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Lavas Tacotal

Northern Mountain Zone / Arenal · Costa Rica

10 Km Oeste de la Iglesia CatólicaView location

8.4/10Excellent486 Reviews
Cleanliness8.4/108.4
Service8.6/108.6
Comfort7.4/107.4
Condition8.0/108.0
Location8.2/108.2
Neighborhood8.2/108.2
Quality8.0/108.0
Value8.0/108.0
Amenities8.6/108.6
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About Lavas Tacotal

Located in the picturesque, overgrown, volcanic landscape of Costa Rica, this hotel lies opposite the 'Montaña del Fuego'. The connecting street 'La Fortuna-Volcano' is located close to the complex and with its peaceful, secluded location, it is ideal for guests looking to relax.

The charming hotel, whose rooms are housed in bungalows, lives up to expected standards. Dining options include the 'Rancho' restaurant, where plenty of typical dishes from the region may be savoured. In addition, it is also possible to relax in the hotel bar, after an eventful day spent sightseeing.

Further facilities include a room and laundry services as well as Internet access and a currency exchange service. The hotel is air-conditioned and also offers guest parking facilities.

The inviting rooms within the bungalows include a terrace, from where there is a stunning view of the green landscape and the nearby volcano. They feature en suite bathroom, a direct dial telephone, air conditioning, satellite TV; a hire safe and a minibar.

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A splendid garden with a pool invites guests to unwind. The restaurant serves a range of national and international dishes, available à la carte.

When you stay at Hotel Lavas Tacotal in La Fortuna, you'll be in the mountains, within a 5-minute drive of Arenal Volcano National Park and Tabacon Hot Springs. This spa hotel is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Los Lagos Hot Springs and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Baldi Hot Springs.

Make yourself at home in one of the 43 air-conditioned rooms featuring Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, and housekeeping is provided daily.

The front desk is staffed during limited hours. For a surcharge, guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a ferry terminal shuttle.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Spa
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Childcare
Transportation services
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until 10:00 PM
Check-out until 12:00 PM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available No elevators 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
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • Special Instructions
    This property offers transfers from the airport (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. The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. 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 and cash
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
    • 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: CRC 75000 per vehicle (one way)

    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

Go Adventure Park 1.6 km / 1 mi
Titoku Hot Springs 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Natura Eco Park 2.8 km / 1.7 mi
Tabacon Hot Springs 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Arenal Volcano National Park 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Los Lagos Hot Springs 3.4 km / 2.1 mi
Paradise Hot Springs 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
Kalambu Hot Springs 4 km / 2.5 mi
Termales Los Laureles 4.2 km / 2.6 mi
Baldi Hot Springs 4.2 km / 2.6 mi
Ecotermales Fortuna 4.6 km / 2.9 mi
Ecoglide Arenal Park 5.5 km / 3.4 mi
Lake Arenal 7.8 km / 4.9 mi
La Fortuna Park 8.9 km / 5.5 mi
Costa Rica Chocolate Tour 9.7 km / 6 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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  • Total number of rooms: 46
  • Number of floors (main building): 2
  • Double rooms: 2
  • Apartments: 2
  • Bungalows: 14
  • Superior rooms: 22
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  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Room service
  • Laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Air conditioning in public areas
  • Hotel safe
  • Currency exchange facilities
  • Shop
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Concierge
  • Café
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Banquet hall
  • Breakfast room
  • Conference room
  • Outdoor freshwater pool: 1
  • Children’s swimming area: 1
  • Sun loungers
  • Massage
  • Spa treatments
  • Spa centre
  • Breakfast buffet
  • À la carte lunchExtra charge
  • Set menu lunchExtra charge
  • À la carte dinnerExtra charge
  • Special dietary optionsExtra charge
  • Non-smoking establishment
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  • QUADRUPLE SUPERIOR QUEEN BEDQUADRUPLE • SUPERIOR QUEEN BEDQUA.QN-SU

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    QUADRUPLE SUPERIOR QUEEN BED

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    SUPERIOR QUEEN BED

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    Room code: QUA.QN-SU

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  • DOUBLE SINGLE USE STANDARDDOUBLE SINGLE USE • STANDARDDUS.ST

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    DOUBLE SINGLE USE STANDARD

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    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 1
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    DOUBLE SINGLE USE
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: DUS.ST

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  • QUADRUPLE SUPERIORQUADRUPLE • SUPERIORQUA.SU

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    QUADRUPLE SUPERIOR

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    SUPERIOR

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    Room code: QUA.SU

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  • BUNGALOW DELUXE GARDEN VIEWBUNGALOW • DELUXE GARDEN VIEWBUN.DX-GV

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    BUNGALOW DELUXE GARDEN VIEW

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    Guests: 1–9 • Adults: max. 9 • Children: max. 4
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    BUNGALOW
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    DELUXE GARDEN VIEW

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    Room code: BUN.DX-GV

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  • BUNGALOW LUXURYBUNGALOW • LUXURYBUN.LX

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    BUNGALOW LUXURY

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    BUNGALOW
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    LUXURY

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    Room code: BUN.LX

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  • Room DELUXERoom • DELUXEROO.DX

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    Room DELUXE

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    DELUXE

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    Room code: ROO.DX

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  • Room LUXURYRoom • LUXURYROO.LX

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    Room LUXURY

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    LUXURY

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    Room code: ROO.LX

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  • BUNGALOW SUPERIOR KING BEDBUNGALOW • SUPERIOR KING BEDBUN.KG-SU

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    BUNGALOW SUPERIOR KING BED

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    Guests: 1–9 • Adults: max. 9 • Children: max. 4
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    BUNGALOW
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    SUPERIOR KING BED

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    Room code: BUN.KG-SU

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  • BUNGALOW GARDEN VIEWBUNGALOW • GARDEN VIEWBUN.GV

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    BUNGALOW GARDEN VIEW

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    Guests: 1–9 • Adults: max. 9 • Children: max. 4
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    BUNGALOW
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    GARDEN VIEW

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    Room code: BUN.GV

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  • STUDIO ANNEXSTUDIO • ANNEXSTU.AX

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    STUDIO ANNEX

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    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
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    STUDIO
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    ANNEX

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    Room code: STU.AX

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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    Room STANDARD

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: ROO.ST

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  • STUDIO SUPERIORSTUDIO • SUPERIORSTU.SU

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    STUDIO SUPERIOR

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    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
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    STUDIO
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    SUPERIOR

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    Room code: STU.SU

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  • QUADRUPLE WITH DOUBLE BEDQUADRUPLE • WITH DOUBLE BEDQUA.DB

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    QUADRUPLE WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    QUADRUPLE
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    WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Room code: QUA.DB

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIOR KING BEDDOUBLE • SUPERIOR KING BEDDBL.KG-SU

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    DOUBLE SUPERIOR KING BED

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    SUPERIOR KING BED

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    Room code: DBL.KG-SU

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  • BUNGALOW SUPERIORBUNGALOW • SUPERIORBUN.SU

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    BUNGALOW SUPERIOR

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–9 • Adults: max. 9 • Children: max. 4
    Room type
    BUNGALOW
    View / characteristic
    SUPERIOR

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    Room code: BUN.SU

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  • APARTMENT STANDARDAPARTMENT • STANDARDAPT.ST

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    APARTMENT STANDARD

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    APARTMENT
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: APT.ST

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  • BUNGALOW DELUXEBUNGALOW • DELUXEBUN.DX

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    BUNGALOW DELUXE

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–9 • Adults: max. 9 • Children: max. 4
    Room type
    BUNGALOW
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    DELUXE

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    Room code: BUN.DX

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  • Room SUPERIOR WITH VIEWSRoom • SUPERIOR WITH VIEWSROO.SU-WV

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    Room SUPERIOR WITH VIEWS

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    SUPERIOR WITH VIEWS

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    Room code: ROO.SU-WV

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST-1

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    DOUBLE STANDARD

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

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    Room code: DBL.ST-1

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE KING BEDDOUBLE • DELUXE KING BEDDBL.DX-KG

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    DOUBLE DELUXE KING BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    DELUXE KING BED

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    Room code: DBL.DX-KG

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  • Room SUPERIORRoom • SUPERIORROO.SU

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    Room SUPERIOR

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    SUPERIOR

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    Room code: ROO.SU

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Lavas Tacotal

8.4
Excellent
486 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.4 /10
Service
8.6 /10
Comfort
7.4 /10
Condition
8.0 /10
Location
8.2 /10
Neighborhood
8.2 /10
Quality
8.0 /10
Value
8.0 /10
Amenities
8.6 /10
100 reviews shown
6/10
Pleasant
16 Jul 2026
Odalys
They need to put refrigerator in the room ,some music around for to liven up the place. Keep the cafe place open . Keep the cafe place open to different tastes. There is no laundry. Otherwise everything was fine, the staff was very friendly
Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
10 Jul 2026
abdo
Very friendly staff. Beds and bathroom are very old.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jul 2026
Shivninder
Perfect location and friendly staff -close to all major activities spot
Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jul 2026
Tyreke
A good property that’s kinda away from the crowds of the city
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2026
ofelia
This was the perfect hotel for our stay in La Fortuna. Amazing gardens with the best Arenal view. WiFi was great and breakfast was even better.
Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
22 Jun 2026
Pablo
The location is amazing, the rooms are great too. We did have issues with one of the rooms we had, the tv had to be replaced upon arrival, and the AC was leaking water.
Family_with_children
2/10
Poor
17 Jun 2026
Wanda
Todo
Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jun 2026
Bethany
Beautiful and convenient location, excellent views, and great breakfast.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jun 2026
Emily
Everything was clean, convenient, well kept, and peaceful. The grounds were beautiful and nicely spread out. We felt safe and never rushed. Breakfast was lovely and the staff was friendly and helpful
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
31 May 2026
Alejandro
All very good!
The bedroom had cockroaches.
Breakfast was ok.
Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
27 May 2026
Josie
Staff service is awesome. They are all eager to help. The resort is nice but our room had issue with toilet. I still highly recommend as I feel service is more important than anything.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 May 2026
Patricia
Clean bungalow set in a pretty, well-maintained natural setting. Good views of the volcano. Decent breakfast with both hot and cold foods available. Not too far from the town of La Fortuna.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
08 May 2026
Aaron
El estacionamiento esta un poco pequeño, y un poco peligroso. Ellos tienen un cargador para carro electrico, pero algunas personas no lo respetan y tuvimos que pedir qeue movieran el carro para poder cargarlo.

El resto muy bonito.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 May 2026
Mayela
Buen desayuno la habitación hermosa y las instalaciones también lo único que no me gustó fue que encontré en las sabanas partes de insectos, como que esas sabanas no las habían cambiado en un rato.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 May 2026
Luis Arturo
Super bien ubicado, excelente atención, limpieza total de dormitorios, zonas verdes hermosas y una vista hermosa al Volcán. El único inconveniente es la falta de un restaurante dentro del hotel.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
02 May 2026
Jennifer
Breakfast was ok. Staff nice but servers seemed bothered by guests.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
25 Apr 2026
Ellen
Absolutely beautiful property & clean. If you want quaint, quiet smaller Bungalows this place is Perfect. Staff doesn’t bother you & close to the things we wanted to do.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Apr 2026
Fema
Wonderful, would stay again
Family
8/10
Excellent
12 Apr 2026
Karen
The rooms were nice with good amenities. The property grounds were nice and well kept. The staff were very helpful and friendly and location was good.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Apr 2026
Anita
We loved our stay!
The room: was clean (you could smell the strong Javex like scent when you first walk in - so it was indeed disinfected) and we had the most amazing view of the volcano right outside our doorstep (room #22)!
The breakfast:
very good on both mornings with Rice & beans, scrambled eggs, pancakes etc... Fresh fruit (bananas, watermelon, pineapple and papaya) Coffee was accompanied with the option of steamed regular milk, soy or almond milk. Water, tea and juices were also available.
The Pool: both were great and clean! Kids loved it. The one pool facing the volcano was warmer and closes at 6pm.
Accessible: This property seems to be well setup for anyone with a wheelchair.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
06 Apr 2026
Tal
Great location—close to town, yet peaceful with beautiful volcano views. The one-floor rooms made it very easy and convenient to get around. There are also restaurants nearby, so you don’t even need to go into town.
Family
4/10
Poor
24 Mar 2026
Kunal
Basic room, basic breakfast.. the air conditioner was not working despite repeated attempts by the hotel staff.. thankfully I was able to sleep with just the fan and windows open, but not be possible all the times.
Rooms were very close to main road and it was loud
Partner
8/10
Excellent
22 Mar 2026
Kyle
Our stay at Hotel Lavas Tacotal was overall a really enjoyable experience, with a few areas that could be improved.

The highlights were definitely the incredible views of Arenal Volcano — waking up to that scenery was unreal. The room itself was massive, very clean, and comfortable, which made it easy to relax after long days exploring. The pool area was also great and well-maintained, and the staff throughout the property were consistently friendly and helpful.

That said, there were a couple downsides. There were quite a few bugs inside the room, although that’s somewhat expected given the jungle setting. The biggest letdown, however, was the restaurant. The included breakfast buffet was decent but nothing special. We also had lunch there one day, and unfortunately it was a poor experience. The restaurant didn’t open until 2:00 PM, and despite being seated right away, we weren’t greeted until about 2:15. We ordered tacos and a burger — the burger was honestly the worst I’ve ever had, with a bun that was rock hard and almost inedible. When I mentioned it to the waiter, the replacement bun wasn’t any better. My wife’s tacos were also very dry and lacked flavor.

Overall, this stay would easily be a 5/5 with better food and restaurant service, but because of that experience, I’d rate it a solid 4/5.
Partner
4/10
Poor
17 Mar 2026
yang
Nice location, but cleanliness was below expectations. The room felt poorly maintained.

Long walk to the room with luggage, and breakfast was disappointing.
Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
28 Feb 2026
Tamika
We enjoyed our stay and thought that the rooms were quaint and cute.

The weather, however, was cooler in La Fortuna than expected. Add in the rain and that added to the temperature feeling even colder. Because of that the rooms got pretty cool and without having any sort of heat to turn on, that made our accommodations not as comfortable as we would've liked.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Feb 2026
amanda
Room was clean, the staff was so helpful and kind, view/pool was incredible! Loved it and definitely would book again.
Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
21 Feb 2026
Christine
Everything was great! Room beautiful!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Feb 2026
LISA
The bungaloo room was such a pleasant surprise. Clean, beautiful views, friendly staff. Would stay again
2/10
Poor
16 Feb 2026
Angelia
I stayed at this hotel in December and unfortunately had a very disappointing experience.

First, the room was not up to standard. It did not match the description or photos advertised online. Our room lacked the views and lush greenery. Our view was a parking lot. Located beside a sushi restaurant, above the spa, beside a permanent residence with 3 dogs, and adjacent to a busy road with loud noises. Sleeping was impossible. No sense of security.

Most frustrating was the hotel staff’s inability (or unwillingness) to properly address the issues I raised during my stay. When I reported the problems with the room on the first day, I did not feel that my concerns were taken seriously, and no effective solution was provided at the time.

After returning home, I contacted the property to follow up. I was informed that they had offered to move me to another hotel. This never happened. I booked the room six months in advance, so the hotel had time to communicate that they had overbooked prior to my stay. During my stay, they did admit that the room was not in line with the rest of the property but they were totally booked and another room was not available. The staff failed to resolve the situation during my stay, which left me feeling frustrated and unsupported. We were given a 10% discount after returning home.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Feb 2026
Pratik Subbarao
Beautiful property with lots of lush greenery. The sounds of the birds every morning were so soothing to hear from the porch. Arenal volcanic national park is nearby and there are so many hot springs around this hotel.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
11 Feb 2026
Lisa
Clean room, great sta
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jan 2026
Maelle
The property is so beautiful! You are right by the volcano, the view from the pool is stunning. The staff was very friendly, especially Tania who was more than helpful to us. Breakfast was delicious and had a good variety.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jan 2026
Abigail
Very nice staff
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jan 2026
Diane
It is a lovely property with very nice rooms. Our room had a beautiful view of the volcano. The property has beautiful grounds with lots of flowering plants. All staff we encountered were so friendly. The bed was very comfortable. We had a shower attachment that needed to be fixed and they did it promptly. Nice variety of food for breakfast. I would definitely stay again.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jan 2026
Kayla
Great continental breakfast! Rooms were clean and spacious. Small resort but has a great view of the volcano!
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
12 Jan 2026
Akar
Good views and breakfast. Bathroom needs an upgrade.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jan 2026
Christian
Good hotel
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
30 Dec 2025
Daniel
Very relaxing place, the staff are very friendly and professional. The food is also amazing. Dinner and breakfast.
10/10
Exceptional
27 Dec 2025
Sreenivasan
Yes
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
22 Dec 2025
kamran
the fact that you lived in Paradise looking at the famous Arenal. The location is great surrounded by many restaurants. Good eating prices are high in this area but food is very good.
10/10
Exceptional
19 Dec 2025
Reid
They really should charge more these rooms are very big and private comes with a nice big smart tv, its nice to have your own netflix instead of just spanish cable like other resorts. The View is amazing pictures dont do it justice. Try the sushi place next door its very good aswell.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
15 Dec 2025
Kumud
Loved the property! Room was spacious and clean. The view of the volcano from the property was amazing!! Breakfast was really great!! Amazing rice pinto and cheese made our day. Having microwave and small fridge would have been helpful!!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Dec 2025
Leyana
This hotel is fantastic! The staff are kind. The breakfast is excellent, featuring healthy food and a great variety that starts the day perfectly. Moreover, the entire hotel is spotlessly clean and beautifully maintained. A truly outstanding experience—highly recommend!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Dec 2025
Amber
AMAZING!!! Amazing view! Amazing breakfast! So clean so nice! Perfect location. Close to everything!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Dec 2025
Sharon
Customer service was great and the view made this hotel even better.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
06 Dec 2025
alfredo
Breakfast and hotel was great. Views were good in the area. But the hot water in the shower were the only issue. The hot water would stop working
10/10
Exceptional
03 Dec 2025
Ken
All was good
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Nov 2025
Svetlana
Near Arenal Volcano
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Nov 2025
Vanessi
Amazing place, sad it was raining so we couldn't see the volcano. Very nice hotel, I loved my room veey nice veiw.
Close to marketplace, restaurants.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
25 Nov 2025
Carol
Breakfast was fine - portions are limited. Property in general was nice but can hear road noises all night.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Nov 2025
Harvey
Great all round, with even better views of Mt Arenal when the clouds disappeared !!
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
18 Nov 2025
Yohany
This hotel offered a great view, had a close proximity to a lot of activities, as well as free breakfast and a one time laundry service. However, although it is a buffet the selection is limited and is portioned to assure all guest have breakfast.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
09 Nov 2025
Alejandro
Great stay and friendly staff!
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
06 Nov 2025
Matthew
The location was clean, beautiful, and well situated towards La Fortuna and the Hot Springs. The breakfast buffet was great in terms of satiating us with traditional beans and rice, scrambled eggs, pancakes, toast, cereals, lots of fruit as well. The pools were nice and clean as where the bedrooms. My own suggestion would be to add conditioner to the menu of soap and shampoo.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
07 Aug 2025
Whitney
The grounds are gorgeous. The beds are hard.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
03 Aug 2025
Miguel
Nice stay ! I’d surely come back soon
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jul 2025
Ashley
We loved our stay ! It was beautiful!! Staff was amazing & views were great. Definitely recommend!!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jul 2025
Trebor
5 star view from this hotel! Hawaiian-feel in Costa Rica!! We had a great 2 night stay to finish out our trip and the breakfast was great!
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
28 Jun 2025
Mario
The hotel room was nice and clean, however, the rooms are dated. The basic rooms the beds are a bit springy, the WiFi was very spotty, it has two pools on the smaller side yet they are nice and clean. The view to the
Volcano is spot on! The breakfast is good. The staff is very nice, friendly and attentive
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jun 2025
edmaly
Great quiet location. Amazing view of the volcano. Fabiola was super friendly and helpful. Everyone was super nice, sorry I can't remember everyones name but you all did an amazing job. I will definitely return and most definitely recommend this hotel.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 May 2025
Oscar

Amazing

Lugar bello
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 May 2025
Idamaris
This hotel was beautiful! The views of the volcano are just like the pictures .The breakfast was great. The pool was nice. Loved hearing the sound of nature when I woke up. It was such a safe space for such a great price! I would recommend this hotel. Will be coming back here again si dios le permite. PURA VIDA!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 May 2025
Gayle
A wonderful place to stay in the area!!!
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
14 Apr 2025
Verified traveler

Friendly Staff

Great friendly staff, location is near to two restaurants and 5 min walk to a cafe shop and tourist center. Breakfast is tasty, local food. They have a spot where you can View of the Arenal Volcano.
Friends_and_family Family
4/10
Poor
01 Apr 2025
Kendy
Mal internet
Habitaciones super sencillas
Desayuno muy simple (y no con muy buen sabor)
No encontramos parqueo el ultimo día
10/10
Exceptional
31 Mar 2025
Andrew
The property was right off the main road which made it convenient to get to. Parking could be a bit tight depending on the day. The property had a restaurant and there was sushi outside also. The property was otherwise not walkable to get much else. Rooms were very clean and well taken care of. The bungalow we stayed in was wonderful and looked out at the Volcano. Pools were clean. The gonna were well manicured and looked after.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
31 Mar 2025
Randall
Great spot to stay. Impeccable views of the volcano. Easy 10 min drive to downtown La fortuna. Excursions pick you up here. Room has all the basics you need to have a great stay
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
14 Mar 2025
Noe
Beautiful and intimate location I would go back there again
6/10
Pleasant
28 Feb 2025
Sheryl
Limited amenities, no coffee in room, no safe.
10/10
Exceptional
28 Feb 2025
Kurt
Everything was excellent!! 10/10!
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
23 Feb 2025
Juan
The staff was very friendly…,
8/10
Excellent
14 Feb 2025
Theresa
The garden and location of this hotel was beautiful. However, the rooms were not numbered and was confusing to remember, which was yours. Also, we had no hand towels or washcloths. The ceiling light/fan had a mind of its own and would turn on or off randomly, including in the middle of the night. The breakfast was very good however they need to cover the food due to the massive amount of flies landing on the buffet. Parking was good but limited, and sometimes the parking lot was completely full. Staff was friendly and courteous.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jan 2025
Ilene
Very pretty property.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jan 2025
Ilene
Very nice property.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
15 Jan 2025
Adrienne
Beautiful property grounds, nice restaurant and hot water. Staff is very friendly. Close to tours and and cafes as well as other areas with hot springs. Great budget option for visiting Arenal and la Fortuna
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jan 2025
Alan

Beautiful bungalows with a great view of the volca

The property is beautiful the front desk lady named Alba was very kind and Fabiola was very kind in the bar and restaurant
Business
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jan 2025
Vijayan
We stayed in the villa and it had great view of the Arenal Mountain. Highly recommend booking their bungalow for next stay!
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
01 Jan 2025
Brittany
very nice grounds, clean pool, quiet. bed was very hard.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Dec 2024
Jaydeep
Room was really nice. Bathroom had terrible smell of damp air.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
26 Dec 2024
MAHADEV
Very good place…

Rooms doesn’t have any Fridge, Microwave or Press … Rest is very good
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
06 Dec 2024
zbigniew
Nice, quiet location with a beautiful view of the volcano. Nice swimming pools. Natural setting. Comfortable room.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Nov 2024
Verified traveler
This is more rustic than newer hotels in the area, but it makes up for it by larger than normal rooms with a desk, a large refrigerator, a water closet in addition to a bathroom with a double vanity and large walk-in shower. The price includes a full breakfast from 7 am - 9 am.

There is a restaurant on-site but during my stay, it was only open the first night of my stay, Sunday evening. But I did get a delicious salad and cocktail delivered to my room that night. I was disappointed on the nights it was closed because I already had choices picked out. But there are restaurants that are close, even walkable, so that helped.

I would definitely stay here again.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
26 Oct 2024
Vasyl
Very nice
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
20 Aug 2024
Anuj
This is convenient point to settle to see things around arenal volcano. Staff is helpful and polite. Breakfast is good.
8/10
Excellent
15 Aug 2024
Sandra
Nice property, clean, with everything you need and a decent price. Breakfast was good also. Once downside were the hard beds.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Aug 2024
Lucas

Affordable gem

Fantastic stay with family of four. Friendly, professional and relaxing. The breakast was excellent!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jun 2024
Clifford
The view from this property, of the volcano, is amazing! Breakfast is really good. Howler Monkeys are visible from the lower part of the property.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 May 2024
Luis
Beautiful garden and amazing view of the volcano on a clear sunny day! The room was comfy enough, more and better pillows would be nice. The hotel is close to the hot springs and to volcano Arenal.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 May 2024
Carmen T
Staff was great, view of the volcano was amazing. Great breakfast.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 May 2024
Courtney

I didn’t want to leave

I didn’t want to leave. The volcano was magical. The pool was refreshing. Our room was adequate. I would have appreciated a bedside table and lamp. The best part was the location. Out of downtown La Fortuna, it was quiet. A short walk down the road is a convenience store to grab chips and cold beers. In the same strip is an adventure tour co (awesome), and a restaurant. Back to the hotel- 10/10 would go back.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Apr 2024
Courtney

I didn’t want to leave

I didn’t want to leave. The volcano was magical. The pool was refreshing. Our room was adequate. I would have appreciated a bedside table and lamp. The best part was the location. Out of downtown La Fortuna, it was quiet. A short walk down the road is a convenience store to grab chips and cold beers. In the same strip is Go Adventure tours (awesome), and a fresh restaurant called Raul Castano. Back to the hotel- 10/10 would go back.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 Apr 2024
Daniel
Stayed 3 wonderful nights
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
12 Apr 2024
Jefferson
The property was great, clean and spacious with good tv, AC and good bathroom. Breakfast was really good and staff very friendly. Location was a bit far from the city center by walk but easy and quick drive to the city center and they had a big and easy parking too. Really good restaurant just opposite side of the hotel called Mirador. The view to the Volcano was breathtaking, so beautiful. Highly recommend to stay there.
Leisure
2/10
Poor
10 Apr 2024
Daniel

Get what you pay for

Not much better than camping outdoors. Good location close to touristy stuff.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
09 Apr 2024
Carla
Our first room had lots of mold in the bathroom. I have an autoimmune disease and did want to stay in the room. The workers were very supportive and moved our room. I appreciated their understanding. The property is stunning and the view of the Arenal Volcano is amazing.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Mar 2024
Angela
Cute little cabins with lovely garden surrounding. Nice covered sitting area outside. Was perfect for our family. Clean as well and very helpful front desk staff. Our boys loved the pool too. Didn’t eat in restaurant so can’t comment on food. Breakfast was ok but not great. Definitely would stay again.
10/10
Exceptional
25 Mar 2024
Christine
Very nice property. Well-landscaped, two pools. Lovely views of fields and Arenal. Very accommodating staff.
Self
8/10
Excellent
03 Mar 2024
Sudhir
Beautiful rainforest around property. Very pleasant. Rooms were not very clean. Bathroom should have a mat since it gets quite wet. On second day we used the \"dry\" feature in air conditioner and that help remove the humid feeling inside the room. No TV channels were working in TV and it was too small.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
02 Mar 2024
Jeanine
Staff was very helpful. Juan went above and beyond to help us when our car wouldn’t start. Amazing view of Arenal Volcano.
Leisure Family
4/10
Poor
16 Feb 2024
Shannon
The shower hose wasnt connected properly so the water sprayed everywhere and the pressure wasnt good. The breakfast offered was runny scrambled eggs and burnt pancakes. The fruit looked like it was old and mushy. Not worth the money!
Leisure

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Lavas Tacotal
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