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Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near Lake Arenal

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Front of property
Double Room, Balcony, Lake View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi
Dinner served, international cuisine
View from property
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Nuevo Arenal, 1Km Este Del Gimnasio, Arenal, Guanacaste, 50807
  • Place, Lake Arenal
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Arenal Volcano National Park
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, Balcony, Lake View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Double Room, Balcony, Lake View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Lake View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Lake View

  • 250 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Honeymoon Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Lake View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Honeymoon Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Lake View

  • 250 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • 247 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Luxury Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Arenal

Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant is within a 15-minute walk of popular attractions such as Lake Arenal. This 5-room, 3-star bed & breakfast has free breakfast along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Arenal - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Arenal Volcano National Park - 28 min drive - 15.0 miles
  • Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park - 33 min drive - 16.5 miles
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 34 min drive - 18.7 miles
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 56 min drive - 28.8 miles

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café & Macadamia - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Selva Paraíso Souvenir & Coffee Shop - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tom's Pan German Bakery - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪La Tortuga - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Cavi - ‬64 min drive

About this property

Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant

Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near Lake Arenal
Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant features free WiFi in public areas, a library, and a terrace. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 200.00 per vehicle roundtrip. Helpful staff can provide concierge services, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Additional amenities include laundry facilities and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Coffee makers, ceiling fans, and safes are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Gingerbread Restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 2006
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 200.00 per vehicle (roundtrip)

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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 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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Gingerbread Hotel Arenal
Gingerbread Arenal
Gingerbread Hotel Restaurant
Gingerbread Restaurant Arenal
Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant Arenal
Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant Bed & breakfast
Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant Bed & breakfast Arenal

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant?

This bed & breakfast is located in Arenal within a short 13-minute walk of Lake Arenal. You'll also find Tronadora Arena and FlyZone Wakeboard School nearby.

Is there parking available at Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Is there a spa at Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant?

Spa services at the bed & breakfast include massages.

Does Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant have a casino at the property?

No, Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What do couples enjoy most about Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant?

Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include lake views.

Does Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant have a hot tub?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant serves free full breakfasts at Gingerbread Restaurant each morning.

Does Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, pets stay free at Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant.

Are there connecting rooms at Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

How far is the airport from Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant?

The closest major airport to Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant is La Fortuna (FON-Arenal), which is 28.2 mi away (91 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant?

Yes, some guestrooms at Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant offer a balcony and may feature lake views.

Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 15 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Philip, Hyannis

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Loved the staff. Food was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous, well maintained property with amazing birds and plants. Cozy casitas with character and delicious meals served by colorful chef Eyal.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Saeed

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Full of mosquitos and bugs. very dirty. We couldn't stay even 5 minutes in the room. Luckily I found another hotel to stay that night. It was terrible
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful boutique hotel. Only 6 rooms. each individually decorated . Owner chef welcoming and very personable. Amazing tasting meal available as well as regular menu. Enjoy the included family style breakfast (for hotel guests only) while you watch Toucans at the feeders. Highly recommend stopping at Gingerbred!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Armando

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was quaint and well outfitted. The hotel location is beautiful and unique. The host was very hospitable, accommodating, and pleasant to talk to. The food is great and reasonably priced. The flowers, birds are a sight to see in the morning. If you want privacy and great accommodations at a great value, this is where to stay in Nuevo Arenal. It’s a short drive to Rio Celeste tubing or the Arenal Volcano.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel, amazing food.

Wow, this hotel was great. The staff were super friendly, parking and WiFi were both great! However the best thing this joint has going is the food! It’s incredible, I know there are many hotels in the area but this hotel was exceptional.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
we were given a room in that was a separate l bungalow. it was very large with a king and queen bed. was air conditioned which is also uncommon.in Costa Rica. The breakfast was great and was included with the room. The restaurant has an awesome chef who completed culinary studies in Chicago.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Passionate cook/owner—amazing and unique place

Wow! Eyal and the whole (tiny) gingerbread hotel and restaurant was a highlight of our stay in Costa Rica. Eyal is truly a man with a genius for cooking—basically, imagine if Anthony Bourdain operated a restaurant and bed and breakfast, i.e., this isn’t the kind of place you ask for “more or less spicey”, you get what you get and what you get is amazing. Both dinners we had there (with my wife and kids) were arguably the best meals i have ever experienced. And eating and staying here is truly an experience—the birds, the howler monkeys, and Eyal himself, all come together to make this certainly the most unique place we’ve ever stayed. we were assigned the wine cellar room (?casita) which defies description in this format, but trust me it’s unique, comfortable and memorable, every touch is custom. if you don’t awaken spontaneously to the sound of howler monkeys and copious copious birds, set your alarm for 5:30 am, it’s worth it.

8/10 Good

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Creative place

Really enjoyed the property, our bungalow, and the food prepared from the chef. Very creative place!

10/10 Excellent

Chris, Bay Area CA.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Food

We stay here for It's central location and we just have to walk downstairs to our favorite restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jahnick, Quepos, Costa RIca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful Lakefront B&B

We stayed at Gingerbread for three nights while looking for a home to rent in the Arenal area. Our room was lovely, with murals painted on the wall and ceiling. It was very quiet. We had a private balcony with a wonderful lake view. There were birds everywhere ... tanagers, aracaris, oropendulas, jays, robins, euphonias, etc. Breakfast was served outside on the covered terrace overlooking the lake, and each day featured a different creation by Chef Eyal. The restaurant was awesome for dinner as well, we enjoyed escargots, mussels, caesar salad and ribs among many other delicious dishes. We highly recommend this B&B.

10/10 Excellent

Hara

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Doris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort