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Check availability on Arenal Cheap Hotels

Tonight
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Tomorrow
19 Sept - 20 Sept
This weekend
18 Sept - 20 Sept
Next weekend
25 Sept - 27 Sept

Our top choices for Arenal cheap hotels

1. La Mansion Inn Arenal

La Mansion Inn Arenal
Arenal
United States
Linda
₹11,190
₹12,645 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
La Mansion Inn Arenal

2. Lucky Bug B & B

Lucky Bug B & B
Arenal
United States
Hart
₹7,104
₹8,028 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Lucky Bug B & B

3. Agua Inn

Agua Inn
Arenal
Canada
Maxime
₹7,874
₹8,898 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Agua Inn

4. Happy Paradise Lodge

Happy Paradise Lodge
Arenal
United States
Kimihiko
₹5,271
₹5,956 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Happy Paradise Lodge

5. Hostal Nuevo Arenal

Hostal Nuevo Arenal
Nuevo Arenal
Canada
sylvain
₹3,540
₹4,000 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hostal Nuevo Arenal

6. Casa Pura Vida Arenal

Casa Pura Vida Arenal
Arenal
₹5,410
₹6,113 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Casa Pura Vida Arenal

7. Casa Pura Vida Arenal

Casa Pura Vida Arenal
Arenal
₹7,768
₹8,777 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Casa Pura Vida Arenal

8. Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant

Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant
Arenal
United States
Carl
₹12,705
₹14,356 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant

9. Hotel Laguna Arenal

Hotel Laguna Arenal
Arenal
United States
Francesca
₹19,697
₹22,258 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Hotel Laguna Arenal

10. Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm

Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm
Santa Rosa
United States
Adili
₹7,125
₹8,051 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm
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Top Arenal Hotel Reviews

Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful, big apartment (kitchen, dining area, sitting area, big bathroom, and separate bedroom) with ac/heat and private parking. Excellent location, near Monteverde and Santa Elena National Parks. We walked to the downtown area and enjoyed coffee at a local Cafe Monteverde for coffee, lots of shopping, and the guided tour of the Orchid Garden. The breakfast was delicious and the view overlooking the cloud forest was breathtaking! Diego gave us excellent recommendations for spending our time wisely. Don't miss this gem!"
Judith 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast
Hotel Secreto La Fortuna

Hotel Secreto La Fortuna

10/10 Excellent
"Muy segura la zona, se puede caminar al centro de La Fortuna, donde existen muchas opciones de comida y diversión"
ADOLFO 1-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Hotel Secreto La Fortuna
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Family friendly, great Springs for children. Excelent volcano view."
Alexander 1-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
Casa Luna Hotel & Spa

Casa Luna Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"The staff were amazing and very knowledgeable about the area and all of the services offered and best tours to book. The tours directly through the hotel were staffed with interesting people who were very knowledgeable about their speciality as well as the country…very impressed with the whole experience!"
Pamela 2-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Casa Luna Hotel & Spa
Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"This is our second time staying at this resort! The staff is very friendly and helpful! The grounds and amenities are clean and well kept And the price is affordable! I would recommend this place 10/10"
Cory 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Lost Iguana Resort and Spa
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Thermals were great. Transport and people amazing"
Javier 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa
Hotel Lomas del Volcán

Hotel Lomas del Volcán

10/10 Excellent
"Loved the pool with the volcano view and loved the swim up bar! One of the pools was heated which was amazing. Gorgeous grounds and super friendly staff!"
Bethany 4-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hotel Lomas del Volcán
Nayara Gardens

Nayara Gardens

10/10 Excellent
"As a Costa Rican, I almost never vacation at hotels locally. Too often, the domestic hospitality scene feels pretty average—or frankly underwhelming—for what you end up paying, so my expectations were cautiously neutral. Nayara Gardens completely proved me wrong. From the second we pulled up, the service was on another level. The staff is warm, dialed-in, and remarkably professional without feeling stiff or scripted. The rooms are stunning, tucked right into the rainforest with total privacy and insane attention to detail. The food across every restaurant was genuinely phenomenal, the spa was pure bliss, and every tour we booked ran like clockwork with guides who actually knew their stuff. It’s rare to find a place that nails every single aspect of the guest experience, but Nayara pulled it off effortlessly. They set a whole new bar for luxury here, and we’re already planning our next stay."
Max 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Nayara Gardens

Frequently asked questions

What is Arenal like for travellers on a budget?
Arenal offers a variety of cheap accommodation options and places to visit, making it a great getaway spot for budget travellers. You can find ways to save money while getting to know this destination, which is home to attractions such as Lake Arenal and Tenorio Volcano National Park.
What's the best budget-friendly hotel in Arenal?
Based on our traveller reviews, Hostal Nuevo Arenal is a top choice for a less expensive stay.
When is the best time for a budget trip to Arenal?
Weather is probably a major factor when you plan your trip to Arenal, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually April and May, with an average temperature of 25°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 23°C. The rainiest months in Arenal are July, October, June and August, with each month seeing an average of 397 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Arenal?
Arenal draws tourists with its majestic volcano and rainforest, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the top local attractions that interest you most, such as Arenal Volcano National Park, and then look for sights and activities that cost little or nothing at all. If you're eager to get outdoors, you can enjoy the natural setting at Lake Arenal, Tenorio Volcano National Park or Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park.
How can I get to Arenal and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Arenal can help keep you on budget. The nearest airport is 18.3 mi (29.4 km) away from the centre in La Fortuna (FON-Arenal). Arenal might not have many public transport choices so a car rental could be an economical alternative to explore more of the area.

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