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8.5

639 reviews

Hotel Arenal Rabfer

Hotel Arenal Rabfer

175 Mts Norte Del Banco Nacional, La Fortuna De San Carlos., La Fortuna, 21007, Costa Rica

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Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Tour desk

Sun deck

Parking On Site

Hotel Arenal Rabfer

Welcome to Hotel Arenal Rabfer, your charming 3-star oasis nestled in the picturesque La Fortuna, Costa Rica! Just a breezy 0.2mi from the lively city center, you'll have easy access to the vibrant local culture, dining hot spots, and those idyllic views of the iconic Arenal Volcano. With prices starting as low as $XX per night, your tropical getaway is not only breathtaking but also easy on the pocket!

Imagine waking up to the sounds of nature and enjoying a delightful breakfast before diving into adventure! Whether you're splashing about in the refreshing outdoor swimming pool or taking it easy on the sun deck, there’s no shortage of ways to relax. And if you're looking to explore the serene landscapes, our tour desk is at your service, ensuring you won’t miss a moment of the Costa Rican magic. With excellent reviews from 639 satisfied travelers, you're in good hands where comfort meets fun!

At Hotel Arenal Rabfer, we believe in making your stay as enjoyable as possible. Enjoy the perks of free Wi-Fi, private parking, and air conditioning, plus a lovely garden to unwind in after a day filled with adventure. Accessible to all, our hotel is wheelchair-friendly and non-smoking, making it the ideal retreat for everyone. Come join us at 175 Mts Norte Del Banco Nacional, La Fortuna De San Carlos—your new favorite getaway awaits!

After a day of adventuring through the breathtaking landscapes of La Fortuna, treat yourself to a culinary feast at The Open Kitchen! This stylish restaurant offers a modern ambiance where you can indulge in mouthwatering Mediterranean cuisine. Whether you’re savoring a pasta dish infused with fresh local flavors or enjoying a delicate seafood platter, your taste buds are sure to dance with delight. And if you're seeking something a bit more casual, grab a refreshing drink and share tales of your day's escapades with fellow travelers while lounging at the hotel. Every meal at The Open Kitchen is designed to cater to not just your appetite, but your sense of experience!

As dusk settles over the enchanting Arenal Volcano, take a leisurely dip in our adults-only outdoor pool. This serene space becomes your personal oasis where you can float under the stars or sip on a cocktail while soaking in the tropical atmosphere. Surrounded by lush greenery, this area offers the perfect escape after a day filled with adventures like hiking to stunning waterfalls, zip-lining through the canopy, or soaking in natural hot springs. Whether you’re celebrating a milestone or enjoying a tranquil evening, the pool promises relaxation while providing a front-row seat to nature's beauty.

And what's a getaway without some flexibility? At Hotel Arenal Rabfer, we keep it simple and easy for you to plan your stay. With cash and major credit cards like American Express, Visa, and Mastercard accepted, payment is a breeze. So, pack your bags, bring your adventurous spirit, and get ready to make unforgettable memories in the heart of Costa Rica. Your perfect retreat awaits at our little slice of paradise!

Closest airports

La Fortuna Arenal Airport

4.5mi

Juan Santamaría International Airport

44.5mi

Tobías Bolaños International Airport

49.6mi

Tambor Airport

56.7mi

Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport

61.7mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Tour desk

Sun deck

Parking On Site

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Garden view

Garden

Free toiletries

Soundproof

Rooms

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Economy

2 Twin Beds

Flat-screen TV

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This twin room has air conditioning, soundproof walls and a TV with cable channels. The unit has 2 beds.

Family Room in Hotel Arenal Rabfer

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Family

2 Double Beds

215 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

Shower

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This quadruple room features air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, cable TV, safe and bathroom with shower and free toiletries.

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Queen Room

1 Queen Size Bed

Flat-screen TV

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This double room has air conditioning, soundproof walls and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 1 bed.

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Double Room, Balcony

175 sqft

Balcony

Free wifi

Flat-screen TV

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This double room features air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, cable TV, safe and bathroom with shower and free toiletries.

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Twin Room, Garden View

215 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Wheelchair accessible

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Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned double room offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, soundproof walls, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as garden views. The unit has 2 beds.

Double Room with Garden View in Hotel Arenal Rabfer

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Double/Twin Room, Garden View

1 Twin Bed

1 Double Bed

215 sqft

Garden view

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

Free toiletries

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Superior, Balcony

Balcony

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Room With Garden View

Flat-screen TV

Wheelchair accessible

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Room

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Double Room

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Basic, Twin

1 Twin Bed

x4

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Room - 2 Queen

2 Queen Size Beds

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Guest reviews

8.5

639 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Stevemck

10

December 2024

Very nice, modern accommodations surrounding a beautiful garden and swimming pool. The rooms are clean and spacious, and the A/C and wifi worked well. Very friendly and helpful front desk staff. Good free breakfast is provided in the adjacent restaurant. There are only a few parking spaces on the property, but street parking doesn't seem to be a problem. Located 2 short blocks from the main square of La Fortuna, with lots of restaurants within walking distance.

The restaurant wifi didn't work, though you can get a weak connection from the hotel wifi. Otherwise, no problems.

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Adrien

9.1

December 2024

The staff was extremely kind (they helped me with the organisation of a good part of my time in La Fortuna, and they were always very polite / nice), the hotel is well located and it’s easy to walk to most places around. The room had a good size and was clean. The breakfast is also good and the restaurant staff also very kind.

Bed blankets are aging a bit, the room can be very humid and it’s very hard to dry clothes during this season. The shower was a bit inconsistent with the hot water but it was manageable.

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Rachael

10

April 2024

I loved this cute little hotel. Super close to the centre of La Fortuna and easy walking distance to everything, but also the room was very quiet. The pool is lovely although doesn't have much shade in the middle of the day. The hotel is trying out fridges in the rooms and I very much appreciated this! Having a kettle would make it perfect.. I bought my own down the street for morning tea 😅 The staff are lovely and helpful and the breakfast at the cafe next door is delicious! I had a few meals here and all were nom nom nom.

Nothing

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Sara

10

February 2024

It was spotlessly clean. The beds were comfy. The hotel worked with us for some special requests we had like making up an extra sofa bed and late night arrival. They even noticed our breakfast took awhile to get one morning and later asked us if we wanted to order ahead of time for the next morning without us even saying anything about it. All of the staff were very friendly and helpful. The setting was beautiful. The kids loved the pool. The hot water in shower was great. It was very quiet day and night. I am a light sleeper and I didn’t need earplugs. The breakfast has amazingly delicious menu options and has a partial view of the volcano . We also ate there for other meals some days because it was so good. It is walking distance to many other restaurants, ATM, park, shops. Highly recommend if you are looking for somewhere in town.

Nothing.

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Anna

8.2

January 2024

Close to restaurants, stores; safe walking around at night; front desk is very helpful & friendly- asked for breakfast to be packed on 2 mornings since we had early outings or departure and the muesli breakfast was packed and ready to go in the employee refrigerator; breakfast was good especially the avocado toast; overall, the room had no frills, but comfortable. I was able to borrow towels for my waterfall & hot springs tour.

No tissues to blow nose so used toilet paper; toilet clogged on 2 days; bed a little uncomfortable but was tired enough from activities to sleep well.

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Khrista

9.1

December 2023

The room was spacious and beds were comfy. Breakfast included was good. I liked the breakfast being in the little restaurant attached to hotel. You got a 10% discount if you ate there. Pool was great especially when raining and a steady down pour. Fun

Not having a fridge is the rooms only critique. Now a days most all places have fridges. Everyone likes to have a cold drink and buy a few little fridge items so that they don't always pay to eat out. We did not get our discount at the restaurant for dinner because our server didn't come back our table. He kept himself busy taking garbage out, refilling cutlery bins and chatting. We waited so long that I went up to counter and the lady put the transaction through without discount.

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Woon

9.1

December 2024

Very helpful front desk especially Andres. The lady at the other shift of the front desk is also very nice. She swiftly changed my room when my original assigned room has water problem.The restaurant next door provide good breakfast and very facilitating. They provide packed breakfast if you go early for tour. They even gave me cake for my birthday. Very appreciated for their kindness !

The site is a bit noisy

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Lydia

10

June 2023

This hotel is really great. It is super close to the city (3 min by foot), has a very pretty design, a nice pool, view on Arenal Vulcano, clean rooms and nice staff. We informed the staff that it’s our friends birthday and they printed out a pretty happy birthday card and gave our friend free delicious cake for breakfast. The breakfast by the way is SO GOOD, we had bred with avocado, egg, tomatoes and jalapeños and all agreed that this was the best sandwich we ever had. There are so many nice things to do in la Fortuna that you can book close by like going to the hot springs, club or national park. There is air conditioning in the rooms and the bathroom is clean as well. Furthermore, there is an open work space available for everyone on the second floor. We loved this trip and are more than happy with our stay in this hotel. For this price, it is more than worth it.

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Lajja

8.2

January 2025

Walking distance from the La Fortuna Central Park and all the restaurants. Rooms were clean and beds were comfortable. Included breakfast was great, specially with vegan and vegetarian options. Staff was helpful in booking activities.

Rooms were quite small for a family of four. But if you are going to be out the whole day, it is fine. Shower pressure could be better. But there was no issue of hot water.

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Diane

8.2

April 2024

The pool was good as was the restaurant where we had breakfast. The second room we had was spacious with a garden feature.

The superior room with a balcony was right above the restaurant and music could be heard. This room was tiny and very old. I told reception and the next day we were thankfully offered another room which was quiet, had a sofa and garden feature. From the worst room we have had to the best room. The superior room should definitely NOT be called that as it is a terrible room.

Points of Interest Around Hotel Arenal Rabfer

Attractions

La Fortuna Waterfall

2.6mi

Tabacon Hot Springs

5.4mi

Arenal Volcano National Park

5.4mi

Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park

7.5mi

Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park

7.5mi

Lake Arenal

8mi

Butterfly Conservatory

8.1mi

Proyecto Asis Wildlife Rescue Center

9.6mi

Venado Caves (Cavernas de Venado)

10.1mi

Children's Eternal Rainforest (Bosque Eterno de los Niños)

10.8mi

Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve (Reserva Bosque Nuboso Santa Elena)

13.7mi

Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Preserve

15.7mi

Curi-Cancha Reserve

15.9mi

Celeste River (Río Celeste)

25.6mi

Tenorio Volcano National Park (Parque Nacional Volcán Tenorio)

28.4mi

Restaurants

The Open Kitchen

Cuisines

  • Mediterranean

Ambiances

  • Modern

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Hotel Arenal Rabfer

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Tour desk

Sun deck

Parking On Site

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Garden view

Garden

Free toiletries

Soundproof

Stay rules - Hotel Arenal Rabfer

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property