Stays

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🧡 Aunty Arenal Lodge

⭐ 4.0 (500+ reviews) | Price: ~$110/night A cozy boutique lodge with two pools, tropical gardens, and warm hospitality. Guests love the peaceful setting and value, though the rooms are more rustic than resort-style. Perfect for travelers who want a budget-friendly, quiet stay close to the mansion.

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❤️ Fortuna Retreat

⭐ ~9.5 (380+ reviews) | Price: ~$160-$200/night (varies by room) A boutique stay with lush gardens, spacious & clean rooms, and volcano views. Features include a relaxing outdoor pool, private villas in some units, and friendly, responsive staff. It’s quiet and slightly tucked away — still close enough to main La Fortuna attractions but peaceful enough for downtime.

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🤍 Villa Arthur

⭐ ~9.8 (30-35 reviews) | Price: ~$260-$280/night A modern 3-bedroom villa with its own private pool, air conditioning throughout, and a fully equipped kitchen. It’s just a 5-minute drive from downtown La Fortuna, making it super easy to get to restaurants and tours, but still peaceful and spacious. Great for groups who want both comfort and convenience.

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💙Bike and Bed ~ VRBO

⭐ ~10.0 (new listing / very few reviews) | Price: ~$170/night+ (varies by cabin) A boutique cabin set up for cyclists and nature lovers: private, stylish, and well-located. Whether you choose “The Climber,” “The Captain,” “The Bad Wheel,” or “The Puncher” cabin, you get AC, mountain views, hot tub options, kitchen facilities, and bike-friendly amenities (secure storage, outdoor showers, trails nearby). It’s close enough to La Fortuna’s highlights (waterfalls, hot springs, restaurants), but with a cozy, homey feel.

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💛 BAUMA

⭐ ~9.8/10 (200+ reviews) | Price: ~$238/night A stylish mountain retreat with just 8 rooms. Think private outdoor hot tubs, full kitchens (fridge/freezer), patios with volcano or garden views, and very modern, clean design. It’s calm, boutique, and really close to La Fortuna attractions though tucked into nature for peace and privacy.

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💚Arenal History Inn

Rating: ⭐ 4.7 (168 reviews) | Price: ~$110/night Charming bungalow-style casitas surrounded by lush gardens. Each unit feels private and cozy, with rustic-chic décor and views of the volcano. Guests love the peaceful setting, on-site restaurant, and the feeling of staying in nature without giving up comfort.

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💜 Villas Vilma Hotel

Rating: ⭐ 4.7 (251 reviews) | Price: ~$100/night Small, family-run hotel with bungalow-style rooms, each with its own porch and hammock. Known for its warm hospitality and tidy, comfortable rooms at a very good price point. A great option for guests who prefer something simple, clean, and welcoming.

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💙 Hotel Magic Mountain

⭐ 4.3 (1,270 reviews) | Price: ~$128/night A larger property with a pool, spa, and restaurant/bar — perfect for anyone who wants resort-style amenities.

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Issimo Suites Boutique Hotel, Restaurant & Spa

This is where we will be staying near Manuel Antonio. There is many Airbnbs, hotels, and villas in the area to choose from!