Hotel La Fortuna

3.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with full-service spa and 24-hour front desk
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In-room safe, individually decorated, desk, free WiFi
Mountain view
Reception
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Exterior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

Map
1 blk south of gas station La Fortuna, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 50402
  • Puentes Colgantes del Arenal
    3 min walk
  • Orgánico Fortuna
    1 min walk
  • Transmonteverde Bus Terminal
    124 min drive
  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    4 min drive

Room options

Standard Sencilla

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Triple Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Deluxe Quadruple Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Sencilla

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Doble

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Doble

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Desk
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

La Fortuna

Hotel La Fortuna places you in the heart of La Fortuna, within a 5-minute walk of Puentes Colgantes del Arenal and 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from El Salto Fortuna River. Highlights at this Art Deco hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .This business-friendly hotel offers concierge services, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Other amenities include Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class La Fortuna hotel include Los Lagos Hot Springs and La Fortuna Waterfall.

What's nearby

  • Puentes Colgantes del Arenal - 3 min walk
  • Arenal Adventure World - 3 min drive
  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 4 min drive
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 5 min drive
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chocolate Fusión - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Vid Steakhouse & Pizza - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Rain Forest Café - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Soda La Hormiga - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Fonda 506 - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hotel La Fortuna

Art Deco hotel with full-service spa and 24-hour front desk
Hotel La Fortuna offers its guests a full-service spa. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel La Fortuna. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star La Fortuna hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 44 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 2008
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Computer for guest use
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel La Fortuna offers 44 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. This individually decorated accommodation includes desks. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries. This La Fortuna hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Parking on site (surcharge)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 6 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 21-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 6 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 6 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 47 per person (one way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 47 (one-way), (up to 10 years old)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 6 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Hotel Fortuna
Hotel La Fortuna
Hotel La Fortuna Costa Rica/Arenal Volcano National Park
Hotel La Fortuna Hotel
Hotel La Fortuna La Fortuna
Hotel La Fortuna Hotel La Fortuna

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel La Fortuna?

Hotel La Fortuna offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Hotel La Fortuna?

Yep, Hotel La Fortuna has a self car park, for a fee.

Is there a spa on site at Hotel La Fortuna?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Hotel La Fortuna.

What makes Hotel La Fortuna a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel La Fortuna.

Does Hotel La Fortuna serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet breakfast is served daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel La Fortuna?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel La Fortuna?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel La Fortuna?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel La Fortuna?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Hotel La Fortuna Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 423 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 185 out of 423 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 423 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 423 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 423 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The bathroom in the room need renovation since it not functional and extremely old. Also don't expect hot water for your shower between 10AM and 4pm since they shut it down during that time. It also a little bit noisy due that you are on the corner two major roads. So overall if I had to go back to La Fortuna I would choose another hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

THOMAS, Seattle WA, US

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Downtown central location, not a lot of amenities, but you are welcome to use the pool at a sister property about 3 blocks away which was nice! Ignacio, Joy, and Diane were all great at the front desk! Ignacio took a lot of his time to help me book an ziplines excursion, and Diane helped me call the shuttle company when my shuttle was late. Great people, would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Great location in this city. Can use updating. Didn’t like the rodent I heard in the walls as I was trying to sleep. The front desk did allow a room change.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location
Hotel was well situated and in walking distance of everything in La Fortuna. The room was comfortable but basic with small tv only showing Spanish channels. Wifi was free but spotty.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Marisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good Location
The location of the hotel is excellent. Despite the room having air conditioner the window would not open preventing air circulation. The staff are kindly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room window next to busy street
The staff and location were great. However our room was located on a busy street and I was kept up at night by the sounds of loud traffic. You you could ensure you did not stay in a room like this, you may have a better experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I paid for basic accommodations and that's what I got; except for the first day when the whole hotel was without AC. At least it seemed to be a rare occurrence.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Helpful and informative
Helpful and friendly front desk staff, concierge was very informed and helpful. They made suggestions based on what we wanted to do versus promoting spots that they had deals with. Definitely recommend based on the service and the room did the trick for one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Jay

Cash only in Dollars, no credit card accepted.
Needed dehumidifier, air seems musty. Very nice host. Two in room need need two hand towels. DOES NOT ACCEPT CREDIT CARD , CASH ONLY IN DOLLARS.HAD ASK FOR RECEIPT
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Amazing staff. Room small but clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff all spoke very good English. Lao very helpful in booking activities for me.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Carlos, San Jose, CR

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in was at 2pm but we were given our rooms at 3:15pm, as they weren’t ready upon our arrival. It is a good hotel but its location makes it a little noisy, having 2 main La Fortuna streets surrounding it.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent Hotel in downtown La Fortuna
It was a great hotel and a great value for the cost. Great location, very good service.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, good choices for breakfast. A little ways out of town so the walk uphill was pretty hard, but it was good exercise.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location!
Excellent location and having a restaurant for breakfast was convenient. New staff were in training but did a great job for being new. Waitress was superb! Noise from restaunt chairs dragging at night can be annoying if you are a light sleeper. I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful place would recommend it for anyone.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very basic. 2 towles, 2 pillows, no cups, no fridge. Tv is 30 years old, bed is hard. Cheap room though
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Marco, Heredia cr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked how they helped us out with a booking error their system had, they relocated us to a more expensive place for the same price, only that it was far from the main town and did not offer food at any hour so we spent money going back and forth.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019