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Villa Marcela - Families & Friends Gateway

Villa in La Fortuna with private pool and kitchen

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Dining
Outdoor pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 111938 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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La Fortuna, Provincia de Alajuela
  • Place, Arenal Adventure World
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Puentes Colgantes del Arenal
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Costa Rica Chocolate Tour
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

La Fortuna

This villa places you within a leisurely stroll of El Salto Fortuna River and Arenal Adventure World. The villa includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • El Salto Fortuna River - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Arenal Adventure World - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • La Fortuna Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Puentes Colgantes del Arenal - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Soda y Restaurante Víquez - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Soda La Hormiga - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Rain Forest Café - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Tierra Mía - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Tiquicia - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Villa Marcela - Families & Friends Gateway

Villa Marcela is located 1 mile from downtown La Fortuna, the house is an excellent option for families, friends and couples traveling together. There are 4 bedrooms with A/C units, three full bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen area, WIFI (15 Megabytes) and Cable TV. Relaxing private pool and BBQ area to enjoy after your daily adventures. Great option to explore La Fortuna/Arenal Volcano area, very close to all main attractions.

Comfortable Villa just 3 minutes away from the central park of La Fortuna, great option for extended families and groups of friends.

Bedroom distribution:
Bedroom 1: King sized bed, private bathroom and A/C unit.
Bedroom 2: Full and single bed with A/C unit.
Bedroom 3: Two full beds with A/C unit.
Bedroom 4: Queen bed, A/C unit and private bathroom.
***This bedroom is outside the house by the pool area.
***Maximum people staying in the house is 11, however the base rate per night is for 6 people, each additional person will have an extra cost of US$25 per person per night so please add the total of people staying to get the correct amount to pay.

The villa is completely private for our guests, you do not share with anyone; we have other properties close by but each one has it own private entrance, every space between guests is separated. Property caretakers live on site taking care about maintenance of everything. Please check all of our house rules and add all the people staying, the house rate depends on how many people is staying, including kids.

We offer FREE PLANNING SERVICE for your transportation and tours in La Fortuna/Arenal Volcano area, just let us know what you would like to do and we will help you to organize your vacations in our country with excellent rates and service. Once you book our property we will send you a detailed document with information about activities, transportation and more things about La Fortuna/Arenal Volcano area.

We have a small Tour Office named The House of Tours, which can organize any transportation from/to La Fortuna and any place in Costa Rica with bilingual drivers, comfortable units with A/C (Toyota Hi-Ace or Hyundai H1 2017/2018/2019 models) and excellent customer service. Also we can help you plan your tours in La Fortuna with the best rates, just let us know what you have on your mind and we will help you creating an itinerary during your stay.

Also we can help you arrange Costa Rican meal at La Casa de La Tortilla (Just steps away from your house), which is located by the property and Guiselle and Antonio will be glad to host you and prepare the bests Costa Rican meals, in their house they have a little restaurant and a typical Costa Rican kitchen where they serve the meals, once you book you can ask for the menu and in case you want we can get you private chef services in the house.
The villa is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city center

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,938 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

PLEASE PUT ALL YOUR VALUABLES IN THE BOX and SET UP THE ALARM when you go out, we are not responsible in case any lost if you do not use them.
If the guests lost the keys/gate remote there will be a penalty of $100.
We reserve the right of admission, in case guests do not follow our rules and will be subject to leave the property without any compensation.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

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.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Villa Linda Vista Families Friends Gateway
Villa Marcela - Families & Friends Gateway Villa
Villa Marcela - Families & Friends Gateway La Fortuna
Villa Marcela - Families & Friends Gateway Villa La Fortuna

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near this villa?

This villa is located in La Fortuna, a short 8-minute walk from El Salto Fortuna River and also 11 minutes on foot from Arenal Adventure World. You'll also find La Fortuna Waterfall and Baldi Hot Springs within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this villa?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this villa associated with a casino?

No, this villa is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this villa?

No, this villa doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Villa Marcela - Families & Friends Gateway a good place to stay for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this villa, including a private pool and access to a chef as well as an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Villa Marcela - Families & Friends Gateway ?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this villa.

Does this villa include breakfast service?

This villa offers breakfast for a surcharge.

Does this villa allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this villa.

Does this villa have connecting rooms?

No, this villa doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this villa?

The closest major airport to this villa is La Fortuna (FON-Arenal), which is 2.1 mi away (6 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Villa Marcela - Families & Friends Gateway ?

Yes, every villa at Villa Marcela - Families & Friends Gateway comes with a balcony.

Villa Marcela - Families & Friends Gateway Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 88 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice convenient place. Roomy and secure.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The place was exactly as advertised. Very private area that was very clean. Close to town and all the activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karly K.

Liked: Cleanliness
The location was amazing. Very safe and secure. The house was beautiful. The pool was awesome. We saw some beautiful birds in the yard. Be aware there is screen window that is not close able in the laundry area that connects to the main areas of the home. This makes it a bit hot in the main area, but bedrooms did have great AC and we left the doors open during day to cool off the main area so was not a problem. Few ants on the counter tops but this seems to be everywhere - just be aware to clean up and close up food. No dishwasher, which I did not pay attention to in the listing, but just be aware of that. Check in was great- someone was waiting for us. Check out was great- someone also came by.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian W.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place was great! Just as advertised. In a convenient location just outside of downtown, but far enough away to feel remote and private. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John L., Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house. Clean and secluded. Close to everything. The river rope swing down the road was super fun. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nelson B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay at Villa Marcela was excellent. The house was clean, beds were very comfortable, nice living room and kitchen. The house is located near town (La Fortuna) and well protected by a security gate. The host met us at the house when we arrived to explain how to operate the A/C units, the safe, internet connection, TV, and more. I highly recommend Villa Marcela.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert J., Casper WY

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place in la fortuna. Staff were great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Landon & Holly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a really great stay at Villa Marcela. It is perfectly located just off the main road in La Fortuna so you are close to all the action but out of the way a bit. There is plenty of space at the house for everyone to have their own rooms. The kids loved playing in the pool in the evening after a long day of exploring. There is tons to do all within about an hour drive of the house, including arenal volcano, zip lines, river tubing, waterfalls, El Salto rope swing, and so much more.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jose Oscar A.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise

Look no more. Possible the nicest property we have ever reserved. Absolutely everything was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sara M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The host was extremely accommodating and helped with all of our needs. The house was very clean and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful time at this location! From the moment we were greeted at the property to the time we drove away we were comfortable! The beds were comfortable, and the rooms were spacious and the air-conditioning in each bedroom worked well. The kitchen was stocked with the necessary dishes. The pool was beautiful and we felt safe! We would come back to this location and would highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Schuyler D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fortuna trip

Property was nice with AC in the bedrooms. The pool was clean and refreshing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice property. We had plenty of room and comfortable beds. Nice kitchen and Baths
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness

first trip to Costa Rica

Wonderful experience at the VRBO, and activities in the surrounding areas.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen M., Bloomfield, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful location, beautiful view!

Our family had a wonderful stay at Villa Marcella. The location is so convenient and the home is absolutely beautiful! The only challenge we had was when it came time to cook dinner. The villa didn’t have any baking sheets or foil, and was limited in number of plates, silverware and paper towels. Overall would highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

jason l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Outstanding stay!

We had an outstanding stay in Villa Marcella. The property was just as advertised and the location was perfect. Close to town, but still quiet and alone! Felt safe our whole visit. Had a maintenance issue the first night and they came out first thing in the morning to fix, on a Sunday! Mario, our host, was very pleasant to work with and had great communication all through the booking, including booking all our excursions to include transportation. He was very knowledgeable of the area and gave many recommendations from where to eat, order in, and shop. I would highly recommend this house to anyone looking to stay in the La Fortuna area.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Angela S.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful La Fortuna Vacation

The house was perfect for our extended family of 8. The view of the volcano from the pool was beautiful. The house was well stocked. The concierge service was amazing. This location was close to town and also close to the sites. I highly recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Tamara H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay at house

Great house plan. True to picture. Only draw back was the size of the shared bathroom. No space on bathroom vanity. None at all. Could not even leave a toothbrush out. No place for toilet paper. Toilet paper was on top of toilet. Hard to reach. The other bathrooms are very large but this shared bath was extremely very small. Lack of hot water after 2 showers. Water was freezing cold. Had to wait about 2 hours for water to become warm ( not hot). Other than that the house is absolutely beautiful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family and Friends trip to Costa Rica

We loved staying in this home . It was a perfect location to get to all of our activities, close to restaurants. The pool was wonderful and the kitchen gave us the option to cook a nice breakfast a couple of mornings. The only suggestion I have is that the steps going into the pool were a little slippery and one of our friends actually slipped going into the pool. It might be great to add a hand rail. Overall, we absolutely loved our time in Costa Rica!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Raymond R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Owners were very accomodating and quick to respond.!

Nice location - cute restaurant right down the road.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

marcia h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Great place really clean private but conveniently located
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024