Arenal Backpackers Resort

Hostel/Backpacker accommodation, 5-starLa Fortuna, San Carlos, FortunaShow on map

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Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
Fabulous locationGuests rate the location 8.8 out of 10, at La Fortuna, San Carlos.
Parking on siteAvailable at a charge the property sets.

Mountain Views and Adventure Await at Arenal Backpackers Resort

Comfortable Accommodation Options Experience the cozy shared dormitories and tents, equipped with air conditioning and lockers for your convenience. The property's shared bathrooms offer complimentary toiletries for your comfort.

Exciting Activities and Amenities Indulge in the outdoor pool, sun terraces, and on-site restaurant serving delicious local cuisine. Let the 24-hour front desk assist you in arranging thrilling tours to explore the stunning La Fortuna Waterfall, hot springs, volcano hikes, horseback riding, rafting, and canopy tours.

Convenient Location and Services Conveniently located near Arenal Volcano and Arenal Lake, the hostel offers complimentary Wi-Fi, luggage storage, laundry services, and a snack bar. Book now for an unforgettable adventure at Arenal Backpackers Resort.

What this place offers

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Hiking

Rooms

7.8

Good

Rated 7.8 out of 10 by 467 guests who stayed here.

Cleanliness6.8
Service8.7
Location8.8
Rooms7.7
Amenities7.8
Value8.2
Food & drink7.3

Guests mention

Helpful staffGood locationNice pool area

JosephIE
September 2026Group
Good location and lovely common facilities. Sleeping & cooking options a bit sub par.
Pool. Jacuzzi. Nice common area.
Being charged extra to bring your car into their ample sized carpark is a bit of a ripoff. Crowded dorm room when other rooms are empty with a bathroom that could do with better cleaning.…
AlvaroCR
August 2026Solo traveller
La picina
ChristianeGermany
August 2026Solo traveller
Mein Zimmer hatte eine Klimaanlage und einen Luftentfeuchter.
Es gab einen warmen und einen kalten Pool und Liegestühle.
Die Musik im Aufenthaltsbereich war mir persönlich zu laut.
Das Zimmer war fensterlos und sehr…
Matthias EnglhardtGermany
August 2026Solo traveller
Leider enttäuschend. Preis-Leistung stimmt nicht.
Jacuzzi und Pool. Sehr sauber. Warme Duschen.
Die Zimmer (die Fässer) sind extrem unkomfortabel. Man hat keinerlei Stauraum! Die Klimaanlage ist für so einen kleinen Raum ungeeignet und funktioniert daher nicht immer.…
natalieUnited Kingdom
August 2026Couple
Grear pool friendly staff
Pool was really nice
Cards you could use
Staff very helpful. Especially when we needed to get to our next location.
Very close to sloth trail
The pod we had was fully of biting ants even though we had no food or drink in…
Nohelia QuesadaCR
August 2026Solo traveller
Buenas piñas coladas 🥥 🍍
Me gustó mucho el servicio al cliente, la habitación estaba increíble, la ubicación es super conveniente cerca de todo. Las piscinas muy limpias, baño con agua caliente.
Algunos huéspedes no respetaban el horario de…

Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.

Where you’ll be

La Fortuna, San Carlos, Fortuna

Guests rate the location 8.8 out of 10 — fabulous.

Things to know

Cancellation

Each room shows its own terms before you pay.

Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.

Non-refundable rates are marked as such.

House rules

Check-in from 3:00 PM until 11:00 PM

Check-out by 11:00 AM

Children welcome

No pets

Paid parking on site

Non-smoking rooms available

Payment & property

Paid when you book, not at the desk.

Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.

The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.

What we’d check for you here

That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.

Questions about Arenal Backpackers Resort

What time is check-in and check-out at Arenal Backpackers Resort?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.

Does Arenal Backpackers Resort allow pets?

No — the property states that pets are not allowed.

Is there parking at Arenal Backpackers Resort?

Yes — parking is available on site at a charge the property sets. We check the rate and whether a space can be reserved against your dates.

Does Arenal Backpackers Resort have a pool?

Yes — a pool is listed among the property's facilities. Seasonal closures are common, so we'll confirm it's open for your dates.

Does Arenal Backpackers Resort have Wi-Fi?

Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.

Can I check in late at Arenal Backpackers Resort?

The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 3:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.

How do I book Arenal Backpackers Resort?

Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.

Where is Arenal Backpackers Resort?

La Fortuna, San Carlos, Fortuna.

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