Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort

4.0 star property
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Free daily buffet breakfast
2 outdoor pools, free cabanas, pool umbrellas

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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From Fortuna center 7km towards Volcano, (4.5 miles), Arenal, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 21007
  • Place, Natura Eco Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Go Adventure Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Baldi Hot Springs
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪20 min drive‬
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Room options

Premium Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 689 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Junior Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(40 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Junior Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Superior)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 689 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Superior)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 689 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Chato Suite with Private Pool

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1701 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Junior Suite Plus

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Luxury Villa

  • Mountain view
  • 2540 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Chato Suite with Private Pool 1 King Bed

  • Mountain view
  • 1701 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

La Fortuna

Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort places you within a mile (2 km) of popular attractions like Natura Eco Park and Go Adventure Park. This 111-room, 4-star hotel welcomes business and leisure travelers with 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants.

What's nearby

  • Natura Eco Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Go Adventure Park - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Los Lagos Hot Springs - 7 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Paradise Hot Springs - 7 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 8 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 169 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Virgita Ristorante - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Time - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sloffee - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Las Palmas - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Soda La Palma - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort

Guests of Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort have access to a full-service spa, 2 outdoor pools, and a children's pool. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 236 per vehicle one-way. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this hot springs hotel include 2 hot tubs, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 55-inch Smart TVs with digital channels. Beds sport pillow menus and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Balconies or patios, private yards, and refrigerators are also available. Change of towels is available on request.
2 outdoor swimming pools and 2 hot tubs are on site. Other recreational amenities include a children's pool.

Children under 8 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

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

Manoa Spa has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily. There are 12 hot springs open between 9:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 8 km
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 poolside bars
  • 2 restaurants
  • 2 swim-up bars
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 12 hot springs
  • 2 hot tubs
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Books
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Changing table
  • Children's pool
  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • 12 hot springs
  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot springs open from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 104 ºF
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Grab bar in shower (22 inches high)
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (31 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 floor
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2008
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Chef service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Late-night room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the bus station (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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 246

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 236 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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: 3 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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, along with a car charging station.

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, 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Hot springs access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Arenal Manoa
Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort
Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort Fortuna
Arenal Manoa Hot Springs
Arenal Manoa Hot Springs Fortuna
Arenal Manoa Hot Springs Resort
Arenal Manoa Resort
Arenal Manoa Hotel And Spa
Arenal Manoa Hotel La Fortuna De San Carlos
Arenal Manoa Hot Springs Resort La Fortuna
Arenal Manoa Hot Springs La Fortuna
Arenal Manoa Hotel & Spa Costa Rica/Arenal Volcano National Park
Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs
Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort Hotel
Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort La Fortuna
Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort Hotel La Fortuna

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort?

Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort?

As of Jun 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort on Jul 1, 2026 start from $513, including 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 see near Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort?

This hotel is located in La Fortuna, a short 18-minute walk from Natura Eco Park and also 19 minutes on foot from Go Adventure Park. You'll also find Arenal Volcano National Park and Los Lagos Hot Springs within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel. An electric car charging station, wheelchair-accessible van parking, and bicycle parkingare also available.

Is a spa located at Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort?

Manoa Spa is the hotel's spa and services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, aromatherapy, and reflexology.

Does Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort have a casino at the property?

No, Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools and 2 hot tubs.

What do couples enjoy most about Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort?

This riverfront hotel offers many amenities for couples such as a chef service, champagne service, and in-room massages.

Are there hot tubs at Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort?

No, but this hotel does have 12 hot springs.

Does Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort has 2 restaurants, and serves free buffet breakfast each morning.

Will Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort.

Are there connecting rooms at Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort?

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

Where is the closest airport to Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort?

The closest major airport to Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort is La Fortuna (FON-Arenal), which is 6.2 mi away (20 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort?

Yes, every guestroom at Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort comes with a balcony/patio and some offer garden and mountain views.

Does Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort host weddings?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort.

Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 866 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1006 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.. thank you for a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great facilities, great food, friendly staff !
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kirkwood

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pools are wonderful and because there are many of them so they stay uncrowded. The food was incredible too.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Phenomenal setting, wonderful, warm service.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jing

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

SANJAY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I stayed here with our kids (ages 10-21) and the whole family loved it! The resort was clean, well kept, had beautiful views around every corner. The thermal springs are both easy to get to and tucked away and despite the busy tourism week, never felt overcrowded.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room Great Breakfast & dinning area Nice pool & spring area Quite.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property. Can see the volcano from the hotel. Staff is extremely nice and attentive. I would stay at this resort over and over again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonder stay. Very clean. Helpful staff. Restaurant was wonderful. Great resort in the shadow of Arenal
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great resort. The property was beautiful and clean and breakfast was fresh and delicious!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nelson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast buffet. Excellent service. Very clean room. Beautiful landscaping.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great staff beautiful grounds
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mariano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff, ample room with volcano views, clean and lovely thermal baths.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

MOISES

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The thermal pond did it for me. All in all the resort was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rakesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best resorts we have lived in. The pool and hot springs were amazing. Our boys loved the pool and the view of Arenal Volcano from the pool was amazing. The staff was very courteous and great service. The property is beautiful and rooms are very nicely done. The view of mountain from the room early morning was very relaxing and fun. The location of this resort is also in also perfect for all activities around La Fortuna.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, room clean, grounds beautiful … food was just ok
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff and amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, lovely pool, friendly staff. Only slight disappointment was the view from the room where we could see the volcano but also the roof of the next lodge. Otherwise it was a fabulous hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous setting. Excellent in every way
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place - staff was very friendly and we had a great time there!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The grounds are amazing. Super friendly staff. Very good breakfast buffet. We had a car so location worked very well for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds, amazing pool, great breakfast Lovely staff Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The individual casita with self parking in front was great. Units were clean and the a/c worked great. All the staff on property were friendly and helpful. We loved the breakfast buffet and hot spring pools.. The view of the volcano was superb. The property had beautiful tropical landscaping. We will be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Krycel Ramona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it there, views was superb, complimentary breakfast was amazing, and the hotel is perfectly located
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

ANDRES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet place, good atmosphere
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025