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The 5 Star Hostel Of Costa Rica · Since 2001
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Different.
Discover Costa Rica's most beautiful backpacker experience — where the pulse of the jungle meets the quiet luxury of a sanctuary at the foot of Arenal Volcano.
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— Our Philosophy
A sanctuary for the
restless soul.
Since 2001, we've been the pioneers of La Fortuna — the first hostel in the region, and still the only one that dares to feel like something else entirely.
Here, the vibrant social spirit of a backpacker meets the comfort and craft of a resort. Tropical gardens, a mirror-still pool, quiet corners to disappear into, and a Costa Rican team whose warmth is the reason our guests keep returning.
Not a hostel. Not a hotel. An authentic, energetic, unforgettable chapter of your Costa Rica story.
— Signature Experiences
Six ways to fall
in love with La Fortuna.
01 — Experience
Arenal Volcano
Wake to the silhouette of one of the world's most iconic volcanoes.
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02 — Experience
Largest Jacuzzi in La Fortuna
Relax, recharge, and connect in the heart of our tropical resort.
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06 — Experience
The Rooftop Bar
Cold drinks, warm lights, and new friends above La Fortuna.
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Welcoming travelers since
5
Distinct ways to stay
Pool
Plus an outdoor jacuzzi
Local
Costa Rican tour guidance
— Accommodation
Rest, reimagined
for the modern nomad.
Five ways to stay — from private sanctuaries to sociable dorms. Every room a considered space, every bed a promise of a deeper sleep.
01 — Sanctuary
Private Rooms
Air-conditioned retreats with high-quality bedding, designed for restful sleep after long days of adventure.
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02 — Immersion
Safari Tents
Sleep beneath canvas and canopy — a poetic in-between of shelter and jungle.
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03 — Design
Cylinder Rooms
Architectural pods that reimagine what a hostel bed can feel like.
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04 — Community
8 Beds Shared Dorms
The social heart of the resort — comfortable, elevated, effortlessly sociable.
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05 — Community
6 Beds Shared Dorms
A social six-bed room designed for travelers who want community with a little more breathing room.
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Details that quietly change everything.
01Free Wi-Fi
02Pool & Jacuzzi
03On-site Parking
04Tour Concierge
05Air Conditioning
06Laundry Service
07Cowork-friendly
08Social Atmosphere
09Volcano Views
10Tropical Gardens
1124/7 Reception
— Immersive Gallery
Inside Arenal Backpackers.
Every image in our current property collection, from rooms and facilities to tropical gardens and nights by the pool.
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At the heart of it
— and above it all.
Set in downtown La Fortuna with volcano views on the horizon. Restaurants, nightlife, and every tour operator worth knowing — all within a slow, easy walk.
- Downtown La FortunaShort walk
- Arenal Volcano trailsBy car
- La Fortuna WaterfallAbout 14 min by car
- La Fortuna hot springsBy car
- Central bus stationShort walk
— Questions
Everything you might want to know.
Both — and neither. We're a 5-star social backpacker resort. Expect the community of a hostel with the craft, comfort, and design of a boutique hotel.
Free Wi-Fi, pool and jacuzzi access, tour concierge, air-conditioned rooms (except safari tents), and a Costa Rican welcome you'll remember.
Yes. Our team curates the best tours in La Fortuna — from volcano hikes and waterfalls to canyoning and coffee farms — and books them for you at the front desk.
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It's ideal. Our social layout, communal spaces, and daily rhythm are built for meeting people — as much or as little as you want.
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the ordinary.
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