10/10 Exceptional
Staff was really nice and the room was clean!
Jasmine
Jasmine, 3-night trip
Hotel Arenal Rabfer
Mountain hotel in La Fortuna with outdoor pool and restaurant
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In the heart of the city, Hotel Arenal Rabfer offers a warm retreat with free breakfast and a garden. The on-site restaurant, The Open Kitchen, serves lunch and dinner while guests enjoy access to an outdoor pool, business center, luggage storage services. Guests rave about the helpful staff.
9.0
Wonderful
Popular amenities
- Airport transfer
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
Main amenities (12)
- Daily housekeeping
- Restaurant
- Outdoor pool
- Business center
- Airport shuttle
- Terrace
- Air conditioning
- Garden
- Front-desk safe
- Luggage storage
- Limited hour front desk
- Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home (6)
- Private bathroom
- Television
- Garden
- Terrace
- Daily housekeeping
- Free self parking
$85 nightly
$97 total
Apr 9 - Apr 10
Total with taxes and fees
Room options
Showing 5 of 5 rooms
Family room
8.0Very good
5 reviews
- 215 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Queen Beds
Standard Room, Balcony
9.0Wonderful
2 reviews
- 118 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
Standard Room, Garden Area
9.4Exceptional
3 reviews
- 301 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Economy Room
8.8Excellent
5 reviews
- 183 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
Basic Double Room
10.0Exceptional
1 review
- 237 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
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About the neighborhood
175 metros norte del banco Nacional, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 21007
What's nearby
- La Fortuna Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Puentes Colgantes del Arenal - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- El Salto Fortuna River - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
- Arenal Adventure World - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
- La Fortuna Waterfall - 13 min drive - 6.3 km
Getting around
- La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 4 min drive
- Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 156 min drive
- Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
- Chocolate Fusión - 1 min walk
- Lava Lounge Bar & Grill - 4 min walk
- Tayakiry Cafe - 4 min walk
- The Open Kitchen - 2 min walk
- Soda y Restaurante Víquez - 2 min walk
About this property
Hotel Arenal Rabfer
Hotel Arenal Rabfer is just 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at The Open Kitchen, which serves lunch and dinner. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
Hotel size
- 19 rooms
- Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
- Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
- Early check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 11:00 AM
- Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
- The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Front desk staffed during limited hours
- This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Required at check-in
- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
- No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
- Pets not allowed
Internet
- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
- Free secured, uncovered onsite self parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Transfers
- Airport shuttle*
Other information
- Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
- Free local cuisine breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
- Restaurant
What to do
- Bicycle rentals nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Scooter/moped rentals nearby
- Ziplining nearby
- Hot springs nearby
Working away
- Business center
Services
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Tour/ticket assistance
- Luggage storage
Facilities
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Garden
- Terrace
- An outdoor pool
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
- Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
- Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 30
- Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
- Front entrance ramp
- Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
- Television
- Cable TV channels
Home comfort
- Air conditioning
Sleep well
- Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
- Private bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Towels
- Toilet paper
Stay connected
- Free WiFi
More
- Daily housekeeping
- In-room safe
Special features
Dining
The Open Kitchen - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
- Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
- Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
- Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Arenal Rabfer offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Arenal Rabfer does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel Arenal Rabfer?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Arenal Rabfer?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Arenal Rabfer?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Arenal Rabfer?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Arenal Rabfer?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Hotel Arenal Rabfer and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, hiking, and ziplining. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs, spelunking, and ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Arenal Rabfer?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, The Open Kitchen.
What's the area around Hotel Arenal Rabfer like?
Hotel Arenal Rabfer is in the heart of La Fortuna, a short 1-minute walk from La Fortuna Park and 5 minutes' walk from Puentes Colgantes del Arenal.
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Hotel Arenal Rabfer Reviews
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9.0
Cleanliness
8.4
Location
9.4
Staff & service
8.6
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
- Breakfast options were delicious and varied with healthy produce and excellent service. (21 reviews)
- The pool was described as lovely, lively, clean, and very nice. (6 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.Popular mentions
BreakfastRoomService staffRestaurantFamily friendlyDowntownRecreation10/10 Exceptional
The staff were helpful. The on-site restaurant was great. Rooms were good for the price.
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Breakfasts were really amazing good healthy produce, well served, obvious care taken.
Karen
Karen, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nice staff. Even packed our breakfast to go. Pool area was clean. Would highly recommend it.
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Perfect location, clean rooms, and a stellar team. They even arranged a packed breakfast for my early morning tour! Loved the breakfast next door (best French toast of the whole trip). Thanks for everything!
Monika
Monika, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Close to shops, bars and restaurants. It has an excellent restaurant onsite that serves gluten free options.
Hotel itself was perfect. Easy to park.
Amin at reception was warm, welcoming and professional. Very helpful.
Mandy
Mandy, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Great start - contacted me before arrival to confirm time and if any assistance required; room was ready on arrival, very helpful staff: attached to fabulous restaurant, The Open Kitchen - absolutely delicious food!
Gita
Gita, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Location was perfect! Staff was amazing!! So helpful, kind, and always willing to help. Allowed us to store luggage since we arrived early & carried heavy luggage up the stairs to 2nd floor!!!
Restaurant was amazing! Great included breakfast!!!
Would absolutely book it again!!!
Debora
Debora, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Excelente
Luis
Luis, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
The staff was very helpful and sweet!! They helped us book tours. The breakfast was at 7 am and if you left early you could get it in advance to go.
Julie
Julie, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Breakfast was delicious!! The best part of the stay easily. The rest of the place was nothing special but was comfortable and clean. Could hear a lot of birds outside the window which we didn't mind
Rachel
Rachel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Excellent conversation with helpful staff for booking excursions.
Tamara Van
Tamara Van, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
very nice place, 5 minutes to the center of la fortuna where you can find all the restaurents and bars
Nadine
Nadine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nice place
Well kept up hotel with pool and restaurant onsite. Very convenient- is in town, close to stores, other restaurants, and a lovely city park.
Mary
Mary, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Just a coupke of blocks from the town center. Friendly staff. Simple but nice breakfast a few steps from the hotel entrance. Swimming poool, A/C, view of the volcano (when the clouds lift...).
Claude
Claude, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Budget friendly hotel no frills but clean, good service, nice included breakfast
Susan
Susan, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Very friendly staff. Yummy breakfasts and pretty surroundings.
Itzaxo
Itzaxo, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Lovely hotel right downtown La Fortuna. This is not a resort - but has a lovely pool and staff were amazing. Helped us with all our questions! The rooms were comfortable and clean.
sand
sand, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Paula at the front desk was so nice and helpful, and the free breakfast was delish. Best avocado toast I’ve ever had.
Cory
Cory, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Very good location, walkable to restaurants, a bank and the park. Good size rooms, clean, with AC and a mini fridge. The pool is very nice and clean. Staff is very helpful. For breakfast there are a few options to choose from and it is delicious.
Gabriel
Gabriel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Very helpful stafff
Randolph
Randolph, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Our stay was amazing! amazing customer service. Our room was very clean and so is the pool. The breakfast is good!
Clémence
Clémence, 9-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Overal
Good services, clean and pretty close to atractions
Harry
Harry, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
This was an excellent hotel. My mother in law can’t walk well and they accommodated so quickly to help her. She loved the pool, convincente to walk around, shop, restaurants, etc.
Diana
Diana, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
This hotel is a wonderful hidden treasure in La Fortuna. The staff is very friendly, the rooms are clean and comfortable. I strongly recommend this lodging facility for anyone looking for an affordable price with all this Inn has to offer.
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LUIS
LUIS, 2-night trip