Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Check-in

• Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
• Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
• Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
• This property accepts credit cards and cash
• This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
• Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
• 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

Other details

Enjoy a satisfying meal at El Jilguero serving guests of Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM.

Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a library. This lodge has 2 meeting rooms available for events. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Lake Arenal - 4.6 km / 2.8 mi
Cerro Chato Lake - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Costa Rica Sky Adventures - 5.4 km / 3.4 mi
Arenal Eco Zoo - 5.9 km / 3.7 mi
Butterfly Conservatory - 7.5 km / 4.7 mi
Arenal Volcano - 7.9 km / 4.9 mi
Arenal Volcano National Park - 10.1 km / 6.3 mi
Tabacon Hot Springs - 11.1 km / 6.9 mi
Wellness Park Costa Rica - 13 km / 8 mi
Titoku Hot Springs - 13.5 km / 8.4 mi
Go Adventure Park - 14 km / 8.7 mi
Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park - 14.5 km / 9 mi
Arenal Natura Ecological Park - 16.1 km / 10 mi
Los Lagos Hot Springs - 17.1 km / 10.7 mi
Paradise Hot Springs - 17.8 km / 11.1 mi
The nearest airports are:
La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 24.7 km / 15.4 mi
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 139 km / 86.4 mi
The preferred airport for Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails is Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO).

• Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
• Up to 2 children 8 years old and younger stay free, per registered adult, when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
• Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
• No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
• This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Hotel policies

General

• Professional property host/manager
• LGBTQIA+ friendly
• No cribs (infant beds) available
• No rollaway/extra beds available
• Essential workers only - NO
• No elevators

Pets

• Service animals not allowed
• Pets not allowed