Arenal Backpackers Resort | Hostel in Fortuna

| 7.7 (742 Reviews) |   36 Bedrooms  7 Bathrooms  21 Guests
La Fortuna Hostel | Arenal Backpackers Resort

36 Bedroom Hostel in La Fortuna, Fortuna

Located 2.2 mi from the slopes of the Arenal Volcano, this hostel offers its guests complimentary Wi-Fi access, luggage storage, and a snack bar. The property also has an outdoor pool. Arenal Backpackers Resort features shared dormitories and tents for up to 2 people. The dormitories are air conditioned and have lockers. Bathrooms and showers are shared and provide free toiletries. Arenal has an on-site restaurant that serves local dishes, plus there is also a bar. The property also features sun terraces, laundry services and the front desk operates 24 hours. The hostel can help arrange a variety of tours like visiting La Fortuna Waterfall or the hotsprings, hikes to the volcano, horse riding, rafting or canopy tours. The Arenal Lake is reachable in a 16-minute drive, and La Fortuna Waterfall is 14 minutes’ drive away. Juan Santamaría International Airport is 2 hours’ drive from Arenal Backpackers Resort.

Arenal Backpackers Resort is located in Fortuna.

This 36 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Parking, Pool, View, and several others. This is a 5 star rated property and has over 742 reviews with the average score of 7.7 . Coming to Fortuna and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Guest Services
Entertainment
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet

Facility Overview

Parking
  • Parking on site
  • Parking
  • Private Parking
Activities
  • Pool table
  • Horseback riding
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Evening entertainment
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
General
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Safe
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
Guest Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shuttle service
  • Baggage storage
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Lockers
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Airport shuttle
  • Tour desk
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Internet
  • Wifi
  • Free Wifi
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • Outdoor pool
Security/Safety
  • 24-hour security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • First aid kits available
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Contactless check-in/out
Spa
  • Swimming pool
  • Beach chairs/Loungers

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18 and the maximum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Non refundable
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply, payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. the property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Reviews

Value for money:
7.41
Location:
8.67
Staff:
7.68
Facilities:
7.93
Comfort:
8.1
Cleanliness:
8.05
HUGO
Jan 28, 2026 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   7
Canada
Reviewer Type: Extended Group
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: well positioned
Negative: a lot of rules , strict , does not let us bring our own alcohol etc ...
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 40 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet paper, Toilet, Private bathroom

General

Key card access, Air conditioning, Trash cans, Key access, Tile/Marble floor

View

Garden view, Pool view

Bedroom

Linens

Pool and Spa

Pool with a view, Pool towels

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Safari Tent (Adults only - Shared Bathroom)
Room Type: Tent
Room Size: 9 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Safari Tent (Adults only - Shared Bathroom)

Bathroom

Shower, Shared bathroom, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet paper, Towels, Toilet

General

Fan, Trash cans, Key access, Safe

View

Garden view

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Pool and Spa

Pool with a view, Pool towels

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Comfort Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 30 m2
2 Full bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Body soap, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet paper, Towels, Toilet, Private bathroom

General

Hypoallergenic, Key card access, Safe, Air conditioning, Trash cans, Key access, Privacy curtain, Tile/Marble floor

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV

Outdoors

Balcony

View

Garden view, Mountain view, Pool view

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Pool and Spa

Pool with a view, Pool towels

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Cylinder Room (Adults Only - Shared Bathroom)
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 9 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Shared bathroom, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet paper, Towels, Toilet

General

Air conditioning, Trash cans, Privacy curtain, Key access

View

Garden view, Mountain view

Bedroom

Linens

Pool and Spa

Pool with a view, Pool towels

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 40 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Body soap, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet paper, Towels, Bathtub, Toilet, Private bathroom

General

Air conditioning, Trash cans, Key card access, Key access

View

Garden view

Bedroom

Linens

Pool and Spa

Pool with a view, Pool towels

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Single Room with Private Bathroom
Room Type: Single
Room Size: 16 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet paper, Towels, Toilet, Private bathroom

General

Air conditioning, Trash cans, Key access

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Pool and Spa

Pool with a view, Pool towels

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Small Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 16 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Shared bathroom, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet paper, Towels, Toilet

General

Air conditioning, Trash cans, Privacy curtain, Key access

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Pool and Spa

Pool with a view, Pool towels

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Deluxe Double Room with Two Double Beds
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 30 m2
2 Full bed(s) Bed
Deluxe Double Room with Two Double Beds

Bathroom

Shower, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet paper, Towels, Toilet, Private bathroom

General

Key card access, Air conditioning, Trash cans, Key access, Privacy curtain

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

Linens

Pool and Spa

Pool with a view, Pool towels

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Standard King Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 30 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet paper, Towels, Toilet, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

Linens

General

Key card access, Key access
Standard Double Room with Two Double Beds
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 30 m2
2 Full bed(s) Bed
Standard Double Room with Two Double Beds

Bathroom

Shower, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet paper, Towels, Toilet, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

Linens

General

Key card access, Key access
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