“My husband and I spent 4 nights at the Lodge, The staff was friendly and helpful, the rooms were spacious and clean, and the views were amazing, The hotel grounds were stunning. We really loved the gardens, trails, small infinity pool 3 levels, jacuzzi, we just loved the whole stay.The restaurant food was delicious including the free buffet breakfast.They also helped us plan our excursions which were fantastic.”

Victor y Tamara Valdivia

“This is one of the most beautiful places I have stayed. The view from the terrace for observing the activity of the volcano is magnificent. The volcano is right on top and Lake Arenal at its feet. The buffet breakfast it was fabulous the morning walk was excellent with a very knowledgeable guide the number of tropical birds was impressive this is an unforgettable place not to be missed.”

John Carrillo

“This was one of the best hotels of my trip to Central America, simply splendid it is the best place to see the lava, from our room with a huge window we could see the lava from our bed, without a doubt one of the few places in the world to witness a spectacle that nature gives us. From the restaurant, the terraces and throughout the property the views are impressive. We would definitely stay here again if we return to Costa Rica.”

Raúl Zumbado

“Arenal Observatory Lodge is now one of my favorite places, the service is phenomenal, the rooms are spacious and with a fantastic view of the volcano, we enjoyed the activity of the volcano while we cooled off in a beautiful pool. The horseback riding inside the trails on the property with different views of the volcano, it was fun and so was our visit to the waterfall among lush tropical forest. We had a wonderful stay.”

Diana Abarca

“Arenal was the second of three places we visited in Costa Rica and the decision to stay at the Arenal Observatory Lodge due to its proximity to the volcano was the most incredible due to the activity of the volcano during our stay, we witnessed one of the largest eruptions that they happen spontaneously from time to time: an avalanche of lava and ash, very impressive! During the free morning tour of the trails we saw monkeys, coyotes and a variety of birds that made our stay unforgettable.”

Martha y Gary Razo

“We chose this Lodge for its location overlooking the volcano and Arenal Lake. We spent 3 nights there. Every day we could see the volcano and at night the lava. Our comfortable Smithsonian room with large windows allowed us to see the volcano from our bed What more could we ask for? The very attentive and friendly staff, the trails, suspension bridges, waterfalls and walks to the surrounding areas were quite an adventure. We will be back soon!”

Cristhian y Sara Paez