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Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel

2.0 star property
Boardwalk/promenade hostel with a full-service spa and an outdoor pool

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Hot springs, body treatments, mud baths, aromatherapy, body wraps
1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi
Living area
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Calle 142, 700m Oeste de la Iglesicia Catolica, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 21007
  • Arenal Volcano
  • Baldi Hot Springs
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • La Fortuna Waterfall
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪4 min drive‬

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Room options

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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Economy Shared Dormitory | Living area

Economy Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Family Studio Suite | Living area

Family Studio Suite

  • 1076 sq ft
  • Sleeps 12
  • 2 Twin Beds, 3 Queen Beds and 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Quadruple Room

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Triple Room | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Standard Triple Room

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

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About the neighborhood

La Fortuna

Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of popular attractions like Baldi Hot Springs and Kalambu Hot Springs. This 36-room hostel welcomes guests with a bar/lounge and conveniences like a full-service spa and an outdoor pool.
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What's nearby

  • Baldi Hot Springs - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Kalambu Hot Springs - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Paradise Hot Springs - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Los Lagos Hot Springs - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 10 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Chocolate Fusión - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Vid Steakhouse & Pizza - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Rain Forest Café - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Soda La Hormiga - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Fonda 506 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel

Boardwalk/promenade hostel with a full-service spa and an outdoor pool
Guests staying at Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel enjoy access to a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free WiFi in public areas. For transportation, you can make use of an airport shuttle for a fee, as well as a beach shuttle. Front-desk staff can help with tours or tickets, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Other amenities at this hot springs hostel include a terrace, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Relax with a rainfall shower. Other standard amenities include private yards and desks. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hostel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a mud bath. The spa is open daily. There are hot springs/mineral springs open between 10:00 AM and 9:30 PM.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 8 for adults and USD 5 to 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Outdoor pool
  • Ropes course
  • Ziplining

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot springs open from 10:00 AM - 9:30 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 113 ºF
  • Hot/mineral springs
  • Mud bath
  • Reflexology
  • 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.
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 8 for adults, and USD 5 to 6 for children

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 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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
  • Hot springs access available from 10:00 AM to 9:30 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for spa treatments. Contact the hostel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Arenal Poshpacker
Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel La Fortuna
Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel?

Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see near Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel?

This hostel in La Fortuna is within a 10-minute walk of La Fortuna Park and Puentes Colgantes del Arenal. You'll also find Baldi Hot Springs and La Fortuna Waterfall within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't offer parking.

Is a spa located at Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include body wraps, mud baths, hot springs, and aromatherapy.

Does Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel include a casino?

No, Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 7:00 AM and 11:00 PM.

Is Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel a good place to stay for couples?

This lakeside hostel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a full-service spa.

Are there hot tubs at Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel?

No, but guests can enjoy hot springs at this hostel.

Does Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its snack bar.

Will Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel.

Does Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

Where is the closest airport to Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel?

The closest major airport to Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel is La Fortuna (FON-Arenal), which is 1.4 mi away (4 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel?

Yes, some rooms at Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel offer a patio and may feature garden views.

Arenal Poshpacker - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Christian

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness
the overall place and our room were under our expectations for this type of accommodation and value for the money, after having travelled for four months in south and central America. We were also surprised to be asked to move to the hotel next door for our second night and when we asked for the reason, we receive mixed messages. Not a overall pleasant experience
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fabien

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, Staff is friendly and helpful! reasonably priced
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

4/10 Poor

Gerardo

Traveled with family
Stay was paid in full to Expedia. Upon check-in, i was told by staff that Expedia did not pay the hotel the full amount and that i was liable for the balance which i had to pay on the spot. I felt i may have been victim of a scam. I await reimbursement from Expedia. Additionally, "maid service" was provided unaware to me while i was away from the room. No prior mention of this was offered, and it's not something i expect from a hostel type property. Without an in-room or on property safe, this intrusion could pose problems. Beware.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

6/10 Okay

chrissy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Elodie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at Arenal Poshpackers. Very well located, close to stores and restaurants. The common areas are very nice, with hammocks, and a pool. You can have your room cleaned everyday. You can cook your own meal in the kitchen. Very friendly staff, especially the maids. The room are nice and clean. The AC is a bit asthmatic though!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Jania

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great budget option in the middle of town in La Fortuna. No air conditioning but for the price we enjoyed our stay in this private room in a hostel style stay. The hammocks and pool were a great plus. We used the kitchen every day which was nice to have. The location is what really makes this a great place! It's in the center of town, in the middle of restaurants, bars, and markets. Easy driving to all of the activities near la Fortuna! Overall, great deal for the price!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location. It is right in the middle of everything. Inexpensive.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Yoonhee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everythong was so nice. great location and clean, cozy room. loved little pool inside of yard. it was amazing experience in La Fortuna. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Juan Pablo

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Antoine

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good located place

Pleasant staff, good located place, travel agency, swiming pool.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy céntrico!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021