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Lake Arenal Hotel & Brewery

Northern Mountain Zone / Arenal · Costa Rica

Arenal Ruta 142 8 Km De Tilara N Camino Hacia NuevView location

8.2/10Excellent241 Reviews
Cleanliness8.4/108.4
Service9.0/109.0
Comfort7.6/107.6
Condition7.8/107.8
Neighborhood8.4/108.4
Amenities8.0/108.0
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About Lake Arenal Hotel & Brewery

When you stay at Lake Arenal Hotel & Brewery in Angeles, you'll be in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of Lake Arenal and Tenorio Volcano National Park. This family-friendly hotel is 30. 7 mi (49. 5 km) from Arenal Volcano National Park and 28. 4 mi (45.

7 km) from Palo Verde National Park. Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an outdoor pool, a lazy river, and a spa tub. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.

Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.

Satisfy your appetite for lunch, dinner, or brunch at The LAB Pub, a restaurant which specializes in fusion cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a fee.

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Make yourself at home in one of the 20 guestrooms. Rooms have private patios. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

When you stay at Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm in Santa Rosa, you'll be in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of Lake Arenal and Tenorio Volcano National Park.

This family-friendly hotel is 29.6 mi (47.6 km) from Arenal Volcano National Park and 30.7 mi (49.4 km) from Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park. Make yourself at home in one of the 17 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.

Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided on request. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Gym
Entertainment
Beach services
Smoking areas
Childcare
Business facilities
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until 10:00 PM
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators LGBTQIA+ friendly Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available Cashless transactions are available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
    • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
  • Special Instructions
    This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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
    • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
    • Cashless transactions are available
    • Long-term renters welcome
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    • 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
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Airport shuttle fee: USD 200 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 8)

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Lake Arenal 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Tenorio Volcano National Park 8.2 km / 5.1 mi
Tronadora Arena 9.2 km / 5.7 mi
Cerro Tovar 11.6 km / 7.2 mi
Quebrada Grande Arena 16.8 km / 10.5 mi
Monteverde Frog Pond 22.6 km / 14 mi
Canas Park 23.5 km / 14.6 mi
Frog's Paradise 37 km / 23 mi
Miravalles Jorge Manuel Dengo National Park 37.6 km / 23.3 mi
Cavernas de Venado 38.4 km / 23.9 mi
Venado Caves 40.2 km / 25 mi
El Tigre Waterfalls 41 km / 25.5 mi
Avancarí Nature Reserve 41.6 km / 25.8 mi
Los Olivos Viewpoint 41.7 km / 25.9 mi
100% Aventura Adventure Park 42.4 km / 26.4 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 17
  • hotel
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Laundry service
  • Bicycle hire service
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers
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  • Clothes dryer
  • Grill/BBQ
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Business centre
  • Outdoor freshwater pool: 1
  • Children’s swimming area: 1
  • Picnic
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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Room types

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  • APARTMENT QUEEN SIZE BEDAPARTMENT • QUEEN SIZE BEDAPT.QN

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    APARTMENT QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room code: APT.QN

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  • DOUBLE GARDEN VIEWDOUBLE • GARDEN VIEWDBL.GV

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    DOUBLE GARDEN VIEW

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    GARDEN VIEW

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    Room code: DBL.GV

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  • QUADRUPLE TWO QUEEN BEDSQUADRUPLE • TWO QUEEN BEDSQUA.2Q

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    QUADRUPLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    Room code: QUA.2Q

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  • STUDIO KING SIZE BEDSTUDIO • KING SIZE BEDSTU.KG

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    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
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    KING SIZE BED

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    Room code: STU.KG

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  • DOUBLE LAKE VIEWDOUBLE • LAKE VIEWDBL.LK

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    DOUBLE LAKE VIEW

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    LAKE VIEW

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    Room code: DBL.LK

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  • QUADRUPLE LAKE VIEWQUADRUPLE • LAKE VIEWQUA.LK

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    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    QUADRUPLE
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    LAKE VIEW

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    Room code: QUA.LK

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  • APARTMENT TWO DOUBLE BEDSAPARTMENT • TWO DOUBLE BEDSAPT.2D

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    APARTMENT TWO DOUBLE BEDS

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    TWO DOUBLE BEDS

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    Room code: APT.2D

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  • TRIPLE QUEEN SIZE BEDTRIPLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDTPL.QN

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    TRIPLE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 4
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    TRIPLE
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    QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room code: TPL.QN

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Lake Arenal Hotel & Brewery

8.2
Excellent
241 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.4 /10
Service
9.0 /10
Comfort
7.6 /10
Condition
7.8 /10
Neighborhood
8.4 /10
Amenities
8.0 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jun 2026
Brandi
My family and I had a great stay here! JP and his associates welcomed us and made us feel at home. Complimentary breakfast was great and the other meals were delicious. The room itself was great given you are in the jungle, so there was no a/c and typical sugar ants but nothing unexpected. The pool and the views were gorgeous. The hot tub was down while we were there but it wasn’t missed. We took advantage of the Lake Tour and La Tia’s massage services which were both worth the money. We traveled to La Fortuna and used a shuttle service that picked us up right from the hotel. Overall, we would definitely stay here again!
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
07 May 2026
Marian
The farm was so charming—including the goats and pigs! It felt secluded, safe, and had an excellent view of the farm and lake. The staff were sweet and attentive and the food was amazingly tasty.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 May 2026
Jordan
Starting with the room: The room was great. There was a great view of the lake from the window and everything was as advertised. The breakfast was amazing. I loved having the pancakes both days. The restaurant at other times was also good and there was a complimentary beer tasting for the guests.

The staff were amazingly nice. I really liked the guy that checked us in. However, all of the staff were nice.

The hotel amenities are great after a long day of hiking or whatever you're doing in Costa Rica. There's plenty to do. I ended up playing pool and having a couple of beers. I would definitely stay here again. No questions asked.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 Mar 2026
Vanessa
The food and drink are amazing! It is a beautiful setting over looking the lake. They have their own farm on sight and we were able to visit the animals--including baby pigs and horse. Highly recommend!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
31 Mar 2026
Adili
Great view of the lake . Food and beer were great
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Mar 2026
david
A great little find on our vacation. It’s a brewery, a farm, a resort-quality hot tub fed by a spring and the lake views worth the cost of admission! Recommend spending a bit more for a room with a balcony—we hung out for hours enjoying the winds off the water. Great service across the board!!
10/10
Exceptional
29 Mar 2026
Alonso
Great
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Mar 2026
Edward
One of the best travel experiences of my life. Stunningly beautiful location, amazing food, and the best staff imaginable who are friendly and helpful all day every day. If you’re looking to relax somewhere off the beaten path (with some fun excursions mixed in) look no further!!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Mar 2026
Kristie
Restaurant was fantastic. The property exceeded our high expectations. A true gem
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Mar 2026
Gary
Great typical Costa Rican family run hotel - no bells & whistles but good value for money & great food - just nestled into surrounding nature with it's own farm & brewery & extremely relaxing with great staff
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Mar 2026
martin
Great stay for 6 days nights. Great friendly staff and the food and beer are solid. Fabalous view of lake arenal. The grounds are hilly and steep in some places, but couple of very nice trails. Lots of animals: dogs, cows, goats etc which for me is always welcome. The owner J.P. is a riot and great to talk to. Wealth of knowledge about the area and Costa Rica in general.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
02 Mar 2026
Michael
I chose this hotel due to it's proximity to the Liberia airport. I wasn't finished acquiring my rental car until 1700 hrs and did not want to drive 3 or 4 more hours to La Fortuna or Monteverde. It served as my base for Lake Arenal Catamaran tour, Viento Fresco waterfall hike (which is changing it's name to Manakin Waterfall Nature Reserve), and a day at Treetopia hanginging bridges in Monteverde. The hot tub was a great way to relax after a days adventure. You could even pull off a Scandanavian type spa treatment alternating the hot tub and the cool pool for a hot/cold treatment. There are water activities, such as windsurfing and kayaking nearby on Lake Arenal. The hotel also has a beautiful view of Lake Arenal and has a 1 km hiking trail on it's property. The gardens around the hotel are amazing. The brewery was the first brewery in Costa Rica. The owner JP and his son are the brewers and JP has achieved Master of Brewing Art. He will gladly give you a tour of the brewery. Allison and Jose were very friendly bartenders, both speaking good english. Allison makes an excellent spicy margarita. All the staff were excellent,the rooms were clean, and the bed was very comfortable. All in all it was a very good stay.
2/10
Poor
28 Feb 2026
Katie
Absolutely awful place, worst ‘hotel’ I have ever stayed in. So so run down, dogs running around, room has one window which is directly on the corridor so people can see in as they walk past. Uncomfortable beds and dirty. Good reviews must be bots.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Feb 2026
Eric
Wonderful place to stay. It is in a rural setting over looking the lake. It was fun to stay right at the brewery. Lots of wildlife hanging out in the area. Food was very good. The owner was around and very friendly. He even joined us for breakfast to continue to have a conversation. Highly recommend staying here
Partner
8/10
Excellent
20 Feb 2026
Miss H
Amazing location overlooking the lake with beautiful grounds and over 1.5km of trails through woods and farmland. Saw lots of birds, and some brown frogs in the water feature out front. Enjoyed then jacuzzi and breakfast cooked to order Rooms could have used some attention - grotty toilet seat and cracked sink. Expensive food and served very overcooked fries which cost a small fortune.
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
19 Feb 2026
Vasyl
Rooms and amenities
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
18 Feb 2026
Eugene
My family of 4 with a toddler stayed in Apt 104. The accommodation was well appointed, very clean and the view from the balcony was great. The hotel is a bit dated (still) but the staff are very friendly, we enjoyed the pool. It was a lovely stop and 2 night stay.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Feb 2026
Matthew
We were greeted and shown to our rooms which were spotless. Everyone was super friendly and kind.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 Feb 2026
Aaron
What a unique place. Really cool landscape. The view is perfection. Food was fantastic. Beer was fantastic. It is such a unique place. We did really enjoy our time there, though short. Would have been an epic place 20 years ago when the skate park, tennis courts, arcade game, and air hockey were all in usable condition. Servers were nice, the beer was great, the food was amazing, and the restaurant views were so cool.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
23 Jan 2026
Julia
Good place to stay for one night if you are driving through to La Fortuna and need a stop before the longer drive. There isn’t much to do around this area, without a lot of driving. As a result, we abandoned our pre-paid second night to get closer to La Fortuna.

The hotel is fine. No AC. No shampoo/condition. No hairdryer. The beer at the brewery was okay, but we live in a spoiled location at home with excellent beer. The free breakfast was great. Dinner was just okay: pizza eh, and curry chicken was rubbery.

The indoor hot tub wasn’t running a filter and was not hot. It wasn’t at all appealing to get in, so we did not.

The grounds are nice and charming. A little pig ran past our door with great delight to us. There were also 3 dogs on site that were friendly and adorable.

Staff was very nice.

We entered our room to a (large) dead bug surrounded by ants, which made us uncomfortable. Without air conditioning, the room was 100% moist and not comfortable for sleeping. I did not venture to unpack and kept everything off the floor. The water was not hot enough to my liking in the shower.

Overall, location was convenient but uneventful. Staff was great. Room was not spectacular, even though the layout would have been stellar with 2 full bedrooms and a kitchen in the middle. We just didn’t want to spend any time in there. We did love playing pool while sampling their beers. Stay for one night.

Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jan 2026
Kadri
Convenient location between La Fortuna and Quepos to stay overnight. Breakfast was good. Views over the lake breathtaking.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jan 2026
PANKAJ
Great location and food.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
02 Jan 2026
Elisabeth
Excellent breakfast menu
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
28 Dec 2025
Upender
Starting with the positives: we had a lake view room, and the view was excellent, everyone in the family really enjoyed it. The staff was also very helpful and friendly.
The hotel itself is quite old and has a two-level layout, with one level below grade, which is understandable. However, the corridors are very dark even during the daytime, making the space feel gloomy. We also noticed a few bugs in the room. While some bugs are expected in a tropical rainforest setting, we’ve stayed at other hotels in similar environments that manage this much better. In Costa Rica especially, effective ventilation, lighting, and pest control are important. This hotel would benefit greatly from addressing these issues.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
27 Dec 2025
Joe
Beautiful, clean , nice staff
10/10
Exceptional
26 Dec 2025
Dan
We love this property, spent all day here and had a great night sleep, there are trails through the jungle, great beer and wonderful breakfast. Also, pool with Hot Tub and Pickleball courts such a cool place with views of the lake.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
14 Dec 2025
july
Yes
10/10
Exceptional
26 Nov 2025
Tasha
Seen so much wildlife here! A spectacular view of the lake! This is a hidden Gem! Will be back!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Oct 2025
Christian
Clean room, and clean amenities with lots of activities to do.
10/10
Exceptional
03 Sep 2025
Andrée-Anne
The property is outstanding. The beautiful nature around, and the view os breathtaking.
10/10
Exceptional
12 Aug 2025
ALEXEY
There was no electricity for couple hours, but they were still able to make a good dinner.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jul 2025
Haidee
Perfect place to stay especially during a long drive! Quick and easy check in
4/10
Poor
07 May 2025
Brenda
It was a beautiful location with a lot of potential. The staff were friendly and helpful. Unfortunately it is poorly managed. We were there for 12 days and only had our room cleaned twice. Our room had no TV (as promised on their website) No fridge. Not even a couple bottles of water. When we asked about that the response was that we had booked a Standard room. We've stayed at multiple different resorts in Mexico and Dominican Republic and always had TV, fridge, coffeepot and bottled water. We always book standard or economy rooms.
First time they cleaned was our 4th day and they only did it because the night before we had a swarm of insects coming through a hole in the wall behind the bed! They did not offer us a different room. They sprayed the hole and put tape over it. Promised to do a deep clean the next day. Their definition of deep clean is obviously different from ours. I don't think they even mopped the floor.
A few days later I asked if we could get our room cleaned. The owner/manager gave me a curt nod and was unfriendly for the rest of our stay.
Very disappointed!
Leisure Partner
2/10
Poor
27 Apr 2025
mary
Hotel itself was ok. Service was terrible. We signed up online for a night tour and the time listed on the website said 6:30 pm. I did not check the confirmation reservation for the time once in Costa Rica, I just went back to the website. We checked in about 4:30 p.m., hung out in our room and then headed to the lobby at 6:25 for our tour. We were met by Victor who seemed a little uncomfortable that we arrived for the tour. His English wasn't great which would not have been a problem if he had been able to do the tour. He took us out and was reading off tidbits from his phone. He did not locate any wildlife. We spotted an armadillo and a couple of spiders. 45 minutes later (for a two-hour tour) we were back at the lobby. When I sent an email to complain about the tour I was told that Victor was the maintenance manager and that the tour was at 6 and the guide left when we were a \"no show\". I knew Victor wasn't the guide when he told me there were Toucans every day and when I asked which type he said \"grey\". I contacted the hotel to ask for a refund of our money and they refused saying the confirmation email said 6 p.m. I sent back a screen shot to show their website said 6:30 and was told they'd let their manager know and see about a refund. Shocking - never heard from them again.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 Apr 2025
Kyle
We enjoyed our stay at the Lake Arenal Brewery. Dinner and breakfast were great, the facilities were comfortable and the staff was helpful.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Mar 2025
Brad
All was great
6/10
Pleasant
08 Mar 2025
Doris
Pretty nature
10/10
Exceptional
06 Mar 2025
Sharon
This is a gem of a resort. Beautiful property well maintained, excellent food and service, and alot to do including pickleball, nature walks, pool tables, hot tub and pool. Nice accommodations for a family of 4 (2 teenagers) where they each hot their own double bed. King size bed as well!! Highly recommend! Owner was super friendly and gave us a history of the area.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
19 Feb 2025
Terry
The staff was great. Checkin was a little confusing because I had 2 reservations that I needed to merge. But that got sorted out well. The place is generally clean, but a little dated. There are a number of rooms that are out of service. My understanding is that a new investor started just last year and they are working through modernizing the place. For the price it was perfectly fine.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
08 Feb 2025
Francois
Amazing view on Lake Arenal. Plenty of amenities. Chill & friendly staff and owner.
Artistic chef and great home made beer.

This is a great value and worth the drive.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jan 2025
Michelle
If you get a chance to stay here, do so. This place was pure magic. ❤️
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jan 2025
WALTER
If you are looking for a beautiful out of the way place that has plenty of nature, this is it! The staff were excellent and very attentive. By the way did I mention the great microbrewed beers! Well worth the scenic drive and a lot less cost than staying in the city. Lake Arenal is a beautiful place and the beer is a bonus!
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
25 Jan 2025
Karen

Excellent restaurant and view, but…

Pro: excellent restaurant and views. Great common areas

Con: everything about the hotel room. Needs complete and thorough cleaning. Light switches were filthy. Bedding stained and faded. Walls and floors need thorough washing at minimum. fresh paint could go a long way toward a better quality experience
Partner
8/10
Excellent
08 Jan 2025
Mohammed
Enjoyed the brewery and the beer tastings. Very lively bar and restaurant with a live Latin band. Fun place to dance and laugh with other guests. The property is a little dated and needs a major upgrade. Good value for a short stay
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jan 2025
Harry
The staff was very welcoming and friendly. Nice view of the lake and convenient to activities. They offer many excursion options including a night hike on the property. Would definitely stay again when in the area.
6/10
Pleasant
01 Jan 2025
Sandhya
Room tub and faucets were old. There was no hot water. There were bats and insects in the bathroom
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
28 Dec 2024
ALBERTO
Entertaining hotel in a beautiful setting. Excellent service but definitely rundown. The room was substandard in all regards.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Dec 2024
Karthik
Lovely beautiful views of lake arenal - so many games to keep us entertained - amazing breakfast
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Dec 2024
Yekaterina
Great spot to hang out for a day and stay the night. We got to see a lot of wildlife around the property and an incredible view of the lake. The beer was cold and delicious with lots of options for everyone. Dinner and breakfast at the onsite restaurant were super tasty and very filling. The staff was very friendly and approachable, especially our bartender which elevated our stay and made us feel very welcome.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Dec 2024
Barbara
So accommodating. Arrived late and staff opened the kitchen for our son.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
03 Dec 2024
Susan
Love the beers! Great bar and brewery. The staff were great, very nice. Big rooms. I will definitely go back.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Nov 2024
Isabel
I liked the friendly staff and the amazing views of Lake Arenal from the dining area. The restaurant features 8 different artisanal beers that are brewed on the property.
The pool is a decent size for swimming and the hot tub grotta felt very relaxing. The hotel also features fun games including pool billard etc. and other amenities. Overall a fun and relaxing experience.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
16 Nov 2024
Charles
We had a nice stay but poor weather. The staff were great. Very friendly. The property was very tropical and diverse with great views and wildlife.
Business
6/10
Pleasant
07 Nov 2024
Stephen
The property is dated decoratively ,and room rates relatively expensive , although the views are spectacular. The team members we came across were very friendly. The draft beers were fine but quite expensive. Breakfast was a choice of four dishes , which were very nice , but there was no fruit on offer.
The main problem for us was that we were two of only four people staying as it's out of season , so there was no atmosphere at all , and because it's isolated , there wasn't anywhere else to go.
Leisure Friends
4/10
Poor
10 May 2024
katharina
Very old property without A/C, hot tub or coffee before 8. Friendly staff, nice walking/hiking path, views and wild life such as monkeys, toucans and parrots in jungle like lake view setting. Food only offered inside so if you prefer eating or drinking outside you need to carry it out and back. Poor quality not worth the value. Couldn’t sleep well because of missing A/C or poor airflow. Bathroom was pretty gross needed lots of maintenance and saw a couple of roaches. Plenty of spiderwebs in corners but those were fine since they’d at least get the mosquitoes. Had to ask for pool towels and coffee cups. The staff was very friendly and accommodating but management could offer a lot more so customers would return. Great place to visit but I wouldn’t stay overnight again
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 May 2024
muriel
Was a wonderful trip, enjoyed the bartender!!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 May 2024
Jeffrey

Toucan and monkey spotting!

We had a great stay here, wish we could have stayed longer. The beer and food were delicious, the monkeys and birds were fun to spot around the property, and the pool was comfortable.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Apr 2024
Leigh
Cute small hotel. The brewery and restaurant attached were very good and the staff was very friendly.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
28 Mar 2024
Neil
Great views and great beer!
Staff were very helpful to clear up any issues and ensure a smooth checkin. Thanks JP!
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
28 Mar 2024
Rocío
No limpian habitaciones, la comida no es muy buena, pero lo peor es el servicio al cliente que ofrecen algunos empleados (no todos),
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 Mar 2024
Rebecca
Beautiful location with incredible views. The staff is always kind and helpful. Make time to take the horseback riding tour! So worth it! Amazing views of the lake. End the day with a relaxing massage from Tia. She is so sweet, you won’t regret it.
Business_and_leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Mar 2024
George
We booked a night here to break up the drive from La Fortuna to MonteVerde. But turned out to be great find - what more could you ask for besides a hotel WITH a brewery?? Well how about your morning serenaded with all sorts of crazy birds (toucans, parrots, hawks), and monkeys literally crawling all over the trees. Great view of the lake and pretty remote, so no sound of traffic, just nature. And btw, don’t park under the trees in the front lest you want your car “decorated” by the monkeys :-)
10/10
Exceptional
17 Mar 2024
Donald
the location, view and food was excellent.
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
07 Mar 2024
Catherine
This is a mediocre hotel. The property and views are gorgeous, but the hotel itself needs updating. No AC, no fridge, the bathroom needs an overhaul. It is past its prime. The kids liked the pool tables and other games on site.
4/10
Poor
23 Feb 2024
Sandeep
The view around the property and the lake view is very good. The location is a big plus.

But the property is very poorly managed. Its dirty, amenities like showers/ AC/ Lights etc wont work well. It smells a bit as well. It was hot during summer without AC and fans dont work well. The bathrooms are old and dingy. Showers spew water in drops. No microwaves, coffee machines or any other amenities. The room barely has a bed and a light.


If you can camp near LA Fortuna, then i would highly suggest staying there and avoid this place.

Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
17 Feb 2024
kenneth
Beautiful views. Clean and comfortable
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
15 Feb 2024
David
The room itself wasn’t the best, it had some bugs, no mini-refrigerator and no air conditioning, but the property itself is beautiful. The bugs are part of Costa Rica so I’m not dinging it for that but there is a lot of construction and old brewery equipment laying around that needs to be thrown away.

The restaurant staff was great and the food was pretty good.

Definitely worth it for the price and whole experience of the place.
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
31 Jan 2024
JoAnn
The staff were all amazing. They were super friendly and ready to serve. Having the restaurant and brewery in the vrbo was an added bonus. Both the beverages and food were so good we took all of our meals there. The bathroom, bedroom, beds and bedding could use some updating, The pillows were flat and the beds were uncomfortable. The tub had a huge crack it in and the repair job was unsightly. If the rooms were better, I would highly recommend the place to everyone, as it is now, I can only recommend the restaurant and bar.

One other thing. It you do stay, don’t park under any trees. The monkeys like to poop on cars!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jan 2024
Hector Moises
The place was great, food was pretty good, beautiful views and people were friendly. Just a little far from everything but nice place overall
8/10
Excellent
27 Jan 2024
Michael
The staff was very nice. The property in general was clean but very old furnishings in the room with limited amenities. This peoperty is NOT handicap accessable except for the main area, lobby, bar/restaurant and 1st floor rooms. We could not utilze the pool spa areas as my wife is on crutches and could not navigate the stairs. The property cannot accommodate wheel chairs.or s p
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
16 Jan 2024
Selah
There is so much wild life around. Very quiet and peaceful. Great walking trail and amazing food.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jan 2024
Susan
Unique. Lots of animals. Great view. Cool design n decor.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
30 Dec 2023
tara
This place is INCREDIBLE! The views were spectacular of lake arenal.. like wow!! The vibes in this hotel were EVERYTHING! There was live music, incredible food, amazing staff!! I would highly recommend this place!! It was stunning. Can’t wait until we can come back to Costa Rica to visit!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Dec 2023
William Joseph
The staff was extremely welcoming. We enjoyed a very pleasant Christmas with them. They have a couple of pool tables, air hockey table, pool, hot tub and a nice view of the lake. We even saw a sloth, monkeys and red eye tree frog.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Dec 2023
Jair
Good hotel
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 Dec 2023
Jill
Staff was great and very helpful. Rooms were clean and comfortable.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Oct 2023
Arielle

Best stay in Costa Rica

Lake Arenal Hotel and Brewery exceeded our expectations by far! The staff was amazing, especially our bartender Gata! The property was beautiful and well maintained. The food was some of the best we had in Costa Rica. My only regret is staying for only two days. Next time I will stay there for a whole week because there is so much to explore on the property and in La Fortuna!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Aug 2023
Alan
Delightful property at the end of the road. Beautiful views.
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jul 2023
Katrina
This was a awesome property. Beautiful views of Lake Arenal. My son liked the pool and we liked the beer! Room was exactly what we needed. Simple but good
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
07 Apr 2023
Karolanne
We had a wonderful time! Everyone was friendly and the place was clean.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
05 Apr 2023
Krista

Wish We Stayed Longer!

Such an amazing location and wonderful staff! Everything from the view to the room to food to the beer was top-notch. It was walking distance to a skate park and an easy drive to hot springs, the volcano, Rio Celeste, etc. It’s at the top of our list to visit again when we return to Costa Rica.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Mar 2023
Joel
Excellent views of the lake, moderately isolated, clean rooms;
Be careful of google maps directions. There is a country road it chose, bypassing the town and has some steep hills and gravel. Stsy on 142 through town if coming from Liberia.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Mar 2023
Oscar
Great view.
10/10
Exceptional
13 Mar 2023
Lariza
Awesome views , friendly staff .. great beer 💯
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Mar 2023
Kathleen

Relaxing location and experience!

Amazing location overlooking Lake Arenal. The room was clean and comfortable. Food delicious. Enjoyed live music 2 of the nights we were there. Landscape beautiful and paths were fun to explore. Staff were very friendly and helpful. JP and staff are phenomenal. Plan to stay there again.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
23 Feb 2023
Lucinda
This is a small property. The rooms are outdated, but were clean. No frills, but a very good price. Restaurant and brewery were enjoyable. Noise carries easily and there is sometimes live music.
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
20 Feb 2023
Melinda

Food was great! Staff friendly. Facility worn out.

You should check to see if there is a rave about to happen and if so, go somewhere else. No rest is possible until 2am on nights where music blasts through the whole place.
The food is good! “Hot tub” and pool were frigid. The entire place seems in a state of disrepair including tennis court. I admire eco-efforts, but was unable to see pigs, cows, or bio composter because of guard dog.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
14 Jan 2023
Jennifer
Good, healthy bowls on menu. Beer was only just ok. Extremely noisy. Ants all over room. Blankets smelled bad. Terrible wi-fi. No phone in room. Monkey feces destroys the cars in parking lot! Nice guy from Brazil with a power washer may help.
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jan 2023
Lisa
Staff very friendly, it’s an older property but clean. Lots of birds!!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Dec 2022
Kathryn
Personalized service from start to finish. Great food, drinks, ambiance. Gorgeous surroundings!!
Leisure Partner
2/10
Poor
31 Aug 2022
Genie
Expedia should be sued for representing this property!! There was no WiFi, electricity limited, no outside lighting, no lighting at pool, no amenities, 1 glass for 3 people, no housekeeping, only 3 towels no wash clothes, 1 straight back chair on terrace, hammock broken, roaches in bathroom, no soap, party on Saturday night for 300 people, band stopped at 4 a.m. people and parking lot racket until dawn. NO SLEEPING!!! NO UPDATES on ANYTHING. HORRIBLE.!! No one at front desk, no management available . We left key and left for another property. We contacted Expedia and our request for a refund for the 2 nights we did not stay for was declined. Expedia Customer Service was EXTREMELY unhelpful and based in this experience I will probably never use Expedia again. I am quite aware of “FALSE ADVERTISING” Laws. Expedia is sitting in the “BullsEye” in this situation.
Leisure Family
2/10
Poor
28 Aug 2022
Vickie
There was no air conditioner in the room. No hot water and no televisions in any of the rooms.
There is a brewery on the property and the bar looked like it had been remodeled recently.
The bartender was polite but that was the only thing good about the place. Bad breakfast!
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
18 Aug 2022
Harold
Great place to visit interesting to learn about Brewery meet the owner had small talk about life
good food , good service nice area , will go back in future
Scott
Business_and_leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Aug 2022
Shannon
A very unique stay! The staff were phenomenal. The beer was amazing, and both beer and food had a great variety.

The hotel ambience and decor is a funky twist on a mountain lodge. Open winfiws and doors gave you great access to lake breezes. Great for groups and longer stays in the country when you want something with character. If you are exploring, the location is pretty remote with roadside cafes and sodas scattered in either direction.

We made good use of both pool and evening jacuzzi. Lake access is a short ways down the main road to a windswept rocky beach. The property can help you arrange local tours and activities.

We had a great time!
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
27 Jul 2022
isidoro
Too far away to find nothing to be done near. Food was acceptable. Dinner with nice singer. Outdated . needs improvement in beds, towels and facilities
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
20 Apr 2022
Mary
Loved that a small family of monkeys moved into the tree outside our room, sloth came and visited the front yard, and toucans flying tree to tree while we ate out breakfast. The massage my husband and I got from Marilynn was wonderful. Hope you get to meet her! She is a treasure! Thank you Staff!
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
20 Mar 2022
Patrick
Gorgeous setting. Beautiful view of the lake. Beds were fine, shower was good. Breakfast was okay, staff was very attentive. First night there was live music in the bar
Business_and_leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
14 Mar 2022
Edinoel
absolutely loved this place. Amazing views great beer and food. staff where friendly and the room was good.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
20 Jan 2022
Jack

Lake view and beer!

The location and fact that is was a brewery were great, but as a hotel it was only fair. The room had no amenities whatsoever as far as refrigerator, microwave, hair dryer, etc. and the bathroom was not very clean. The wind from the lake was blowing very hard and the jalousies on the windows would not close tight enough to keep the curtains from blowing. The hotel is clearly old and in need of updated and much TLC. However, our stay was good, the staff was friendly and the food was terrific.
Partner
4/10
Poor
11 Jan 2022
P
Our original room, downstairs, was dark, creepy and not very clean. I didn't feel safe going down the dark hallway which was open to the grounds with bushes near my entranceway.

I asked to switch to two rooms upstairs, paid for one and asked for a refund on the difference between the second and my original room. It was a difference of $95. After being told upon checkout that it would be refunded to me by Veronica, when I followed up, she refused to refund the difference in the room values. This was disappointing.
The hotel itself is quirky and the staff is friendly, but some were very disorganized--dinner order was confused. I wouldn't have minded the quirks except that paying that much extra to avoid a room that was so dismal left a bad experience overall for my party
Leisure Family

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Lake Arenal Hotel & Brewery
Arenal Ruta 142 8 Km De Tilara N Camino Hacia Nuev, Angeles, Costa Rica

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