Arenal Backpackers Resort | Hostel in Fortuna

| 7.5 (790 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, TV, View, and several others. This is a 5 star rated property and has over 790 reviews with the average score of 7.5 . 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
  • Evening entertainment
  • Canoeing
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Hiking
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Safe
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Smoke-free property
Guest Services
  • Baggage storage
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour desk
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Lockers
  • Shuttle service
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor pool
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • Sun deck
Security/Safety
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • First aid kits available
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Contactless check-in/out
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Swimming pool

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
Velazquez
Dec 12, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
Mexico
Reviewer Type: Extended Group
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: All of it
Negative: There’s nothing that comes to my mind
Summary: Amazing
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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
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Bathroom

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

General

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

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

General

Trash cans, Fan, 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
Comfort Double Room

Bathroom

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

General

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

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV

Outdoors

Balcony

View

Garden view, Pool view, Mountain 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, Towels, Toilet, Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shared bathroom

General

Privacy curtain, Air conditioning, Key access, Trash cans

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
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Bathroom

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

General

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

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

General

Air conditioning, Key access, Trash cans

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

General

Privacy curtain, Air conditioning, Key access, Trash cans

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

Bathroom

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

General

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

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, Toilet, Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), 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

Bathroom

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

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

Linens

General

Key card access, Key access
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