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Hotel Secreto La Fortuna

3.0 star property
Mountain hotel with free breakfast connected to a shopping center in La Fortuna
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Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, sun loungers
Deluxe Double Room | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
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Deluxe Double Room | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Superior Room with Two Double Beds | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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100 meters north of public clinic, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 21007
  • Place, La Fortuna Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Puentes Colgantes del Arenal
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Arenal Adventure World
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪5 min drive‬
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Superior Room with Two Double Beds | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room with Two Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior Room (1 King Bed) | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room (1 King Bed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

La Fortuna

Located within a 5-minute walk of La Fortuna Park, Hotel Secreto La Fortuna is within a 15-minute stroll of Puentes Colgantes del Arenal. This 18-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi. It's connected to a shopping center in central La Fortuna and also close to Baldi Hot Springs and La Fortuna Waterfall.

What's nearby

  • La Fortuna Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Puentes Colgantes del Arenal - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • El Salto Fortuna River - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Arenal Adventure World - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 16 min drive - 9.4 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 159 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chocolate Fusión - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Soda y Restaurante Víquez - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪POPS - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Rain Forest Café - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tayakiry Cafe - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hotel Secreto La Fortuna

Mountain hotel with free breakfast connected to a shopping center in La Fortuna
Guests of Hotel Secreto La Fortuna have access to an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 45 per person one-way. Front-desk staff can assist with tours/tickets and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a terrace and a garden.
32-inch LCD TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Pillowtop beds grant a restful night's sleep, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Other amenities include sitting areas, free local calls, and safes.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site.

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
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

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

More

  • Built in 2015
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless 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 7 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 8 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

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 45 per person (one-way)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-10 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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.
  • 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel Secreto La Fortuna?

Hotel Secreto La Fortuna provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Secreto La Fortuna?

As of Dec 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Secreto La Fortuna on Dec 4, 2025 start from $87.5, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do within easy reach of Hotel Secreto La Fortuna?

Guests enjoy the hotel's central location in La Fortuna based on their ratings, and it's 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.

Is parking available on site at Hotel Secreto La Fortuna?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Hotel Secreto La Fortuna include a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel Secreto La Fortuna doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Secreto La Fortuna?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 9:00 AM and 9:00 PM.

Is Hotel Secreto La Fortuna good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a pillowtop mattress as well as an outdoor pool and free breakfast.

Does Hotel Secreto La Fortuna have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hotel Secreto La Fortuna have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Hotel Secreto La Fortuna offers free full breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Hotel Secreto La Fortuna allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Hotel Secreto La Fortuna.

Does Hotel Secreto La Fortuna have connecting rooms?

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

What is the closest airport to Hotel Secreto La Fortuna?

The closest major airport to Hotel Secreto La Fortuna is La Fortuna (FON-Arenal), which is within a mile.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Secreto La Fortuna?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Secreto La Fortuna.

Hotel Secreto La Fortuna Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 630 out of 850 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 172 out of 850 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 850 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 850 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 850 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Franklin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Increíble el trato que nos dieron, tienes una vista espectacular al Volcán y todo es super bonito
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Me encantó😍 la vista al volcán desde mi habitacion
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Rooms equiped for travelers (clothes drying rack). Easy walk to restaurants in town but still felt like away.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manoj Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were super sweet and he being a photographer himself tried to give me the best spots in costa rica for wild life. The hotel had more birds than Monteverde itself, we saw a sloth on a tree in the hotel premises. Cozy, very eco friendly, homemade breakfast. There is a restaurant right outside the hotel called Familia Restaurante, the food was very tasty! Highly recommend Secreto!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Leilanny

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
My wife and I stayed at this hotel for 3 nights and 4 days. Unfortunately, we were very disappointed when we saw not only our room but the hotel itself. Pictures make it look better than it is - though it's beautiful and is surrounded by trees, flowers, and plants, we were left very disappointed. We thought we booked the room with a balcony, only to find out we were placed in a single-level room. The room either has clear sliding doors as the main entrance, so, you can either get sunlight and be able to see outside but have zero privacy, or, you can have privacy but not get sunlight or be able to see outside. Those sliding doors need to get some sort of mirror film where you can see outside but people outside can't see in your room. The TV had very little channels available, and half of the channels didn't have sound - just the image. The channels that did have sound kept going in and out and we kept on getting a "no signal" error every couple seconds. There is only one thin mirror in the room, not very useful for a room where there's more than one people staying. Another thing, we struggled to get hot water. The last night was fine, but every day/night before that we'd only get maybe 3 minutes of hot water then it'd get cold. Another important detail: the walls are VERY thin. We stayed in room 11 and all we could hear for the 4 days we were there was the man in room 10 coughing and coughing. The pool is VERY small. The sitting area is very limited. Free breakfast was great.
View to the main (sliding) door from the inside
View out (and in). Straight down the walk-way, directly straight down to the pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mavis

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a very nice stay at the hotel.Distance to the city is about 5mins walk.I didn't have to take an uber at all Rooms were clean.Hotel staffs were very polite
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful, excellent breakfast, fast service, friendly staff, close to town, safety box in room, good size mini fridge .
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gisselle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good property
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Eric

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

Review of Hotel Secreto La Fortuna

Our experience at this hotel was extremely disappointing. We arrived after 9 PM, well past check-in time, and were given a room with a broken air conditioner. The room was unbearably hot, the refrigerator was unplugged, and it was obvious the space hadn’t been properly prepared. When we reported the AC issue, staff only tried switching the remote, even though the unit itself was broken. After repeated requests, we were finally offered another room, but it was a downgrade, dirty, and smelled strongly of mold. At that point, the conditions were unacceptable, and we had no choice but to leave and book another hotel at our own expense. The staff showed little effort or compassion in resolving the situation, which made the experience even worse. This property did not meet basic hospitality standards, and I would not recommend it to anyone expecting clean, comfortable accommodations or reliable service.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Nice central location

Great location- easy walk to town. Breakfast was good but limited choices.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe and convenient, close enough to the restaurants and shops but far enough to be quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness
The service was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sameer B, Arcadia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reception staff Ilymena was very helpful and courteous
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sameer B, Arcadia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very pleasant and accommodating especially the front desk female staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Malhar

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
✅ The staff was amazing. ✅ As a vegetarian, I found the breakfast had ample options. The staff even made hot-cocoa for the kids. ✅ The hotel in general is great too -- offering view of the Arenal Volcano. ✅ The hotel is situated in the heart of "LaFortuna downtown" so most places were in ~5-10 mins walkable distance -- though we drove due to heavy rain. ✅ The TV is smart-TV so Netflix/YouTube etc were built in. ❌ There are geckos (which I thought were lizards) everywhere. I expected them to see outside, but they were lurking inside the room. So, we were always afraid of opening bags. The staff did eliminate one of them on the first day. But we come back after dinner, and two other tiny ones show up. We always kept patio door closed, but either the geckos were hiding behind furniture from the beginning or they sneaked in from under the door. ❌ The AC never cooled -- even after setting to 17c (~62f) the room felt damp, humid and hot. ❌ The bathroom does not have exhaust fan. Overall, I enjoyed my stay at the hotel, and would definitely stay again on my next trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rod

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

Good value and nice staff

We stayed for 2 nights The hotel is in a good location, 5 mins from the main drag and the various restaurants and shops Staff very helpful and pointed out a sloth in the tree above reception Nice pool and simple but smile cooked breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter Scott

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

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

Great stay!

A great stay here, the staff were amazing and the rooms cleaned daily. The breakfast was good. I would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Franziska

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

Hiden secret

Always a pleasure to stay here. Beds are very comfy. And the breakfast menu has great options to chose from.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located near shops and dining. Rooms were comfortable. View was pretty.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

Location, location, location!

We had a quick stop in La Fotuna, but Secreto hotel was the perfect stay. So close to eveything. The rooms were nice and clean and Fabrizio who greeted us was spectacular! The grounds are very beautiful and the breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel in the heart of La Fortuna. Walkable to all restaurants. Beautiful grounds. The staff, especially Fabricio was so kind & helpful, he deserves a raise!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

8/10 Good

Emily

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and ready to help. We had an issue with the toilet and they came to help right away and resolved the issue. Location was great and very walkable to town. Beautiful grounds and pool looked beautiful. (We didn’t end up using it due to thunderstorms but wished we had been able to). They were wonderful and accommodated our early morning departure with an early breakfast. It was a very nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025