Best Hostels for Solo Travellers & Groups in La Fortuna, Costa Rica

Best Hostels for Solo Travellers & Groups in La Fortuna, Costa Rica
La Fortuna is a small town and popular tourist destination in Costa Rica. It has a variety of different attractions for tourists, but the most famous is the nearby Arenal Volcano. Also worth visiting is La Catarata de la Fortuna, which is a 70 foot waterfall. There are several natural hot springs in the area and resort spas that have developed around them. You can swim in the hot pools, many of which have elaborate garden settings and water slides.

There are several great hostels in and around La Fortuna. If you want to catch a glimpse of the volcano, it's best to have a room with a view so you can see it at night. Most hostels also have nice gardens, hammocks, and bars.
How much do hostels in La Fortuna cost?

You can find our comprehensive analysis of all hostel prices in La Fortuna here. We've found the average prices of dorms and private rooms, as well as the typical prices of hostels with various amenities, too.



A good hostel for solo travellers, couples, and groups.

Dorm Bed from $16.15
Private Room from $23.51
Overall Rating: 84%
100 m al Oeste de la Plaza de La Fortuna, La Fortuna
Arenal Hostel Resort is one of the most popular hostels in La Fortuna. It's a great location that is just a short walk from the bus station, but is also a quiet and safe area. It is near pharmacies, grocery stores, banks, and all of the other essentials that you might need. It's also near transportation.

The hostel is a fun place to stay. It has a lively bar and lounge area where many guests enjoy hanging out and there's also a pool table that keeps people entertained. The area has beautiful gardens that are lush and tropical so it makes a beautiful retreat where you can relax after a busy day exploring the area's natural attractions.

Guests can enjoy a shared kitchen where they can prepare their own meals. There's also laundry facilities, wi-fi in the common areas, a safe in the rooms, luggage storage, and stunning views of the area. If you want to spend time outside, there are hammocks, chairs, tables, and umbrellas that offer shade in the garden.

Facilities in the hostel are spread across five buildings. One building has the reception and souvenir shop, another has guest rooms, a third has the kitchen, a fourth has laundry facilities, and the fifth is where you'll find the bar. Both private rooms and dorms are available. Private rooms are singles, twins, triples, and quads, and are located on the second floor with views of the volcano. Dorms sleep six or ten people and you can choose from co-ed, female only, or male only rooms.


A good hostel for solo travellers, couples, and small groups.

Dorm Bed from $21.00
Private Room from $32.50
Overall Rating: 79%
350 meters west of central park, towards volcano, La Fortuna
Also one of the most popular hostels in the area, Arenal Backpackers Resort is a beautiful but affordable place to stay that offers stunning views of Arenal Volcano. It's just a short walk from the town center and bus stop. It's also a very social setting so is the perfect place to meet other guests and travelers.

The hostel has a range of great amenities. Guests can enjoy the pool which is a refreshing place to take a swim. There is also a wet bar and lounge chairs. The area has a large and beautiful garden that has hammocks and other places to relax. There are games available for guests and travel information for any planning that you need to do. An on-site restaurant is also a great place to grab a bite to eat.

The hostel has eight bed dorms and twin or double private rooms. It's one of the most social places to stay in the area, so if you're looking to make new friends, this is the place to come.


Private Room from $13.17
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 97%
La Fortuna Alajuela, La Fortuna
You'll love this hotel because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service, a bar, and cable tv. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a restaurant. Wi-fi, luggage storage, parking, towels included, and air conditioning are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $8.00
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 97%
150 m. este de la Asada de la Fortuna, Frente al B, La Fortuna
This terrific hostel offers friendly service and a common room. The good location and overall vibe also make it very popular. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a microwave. Wi-fi, parking, internet access, and air conditioning are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $10.80
Private Room from $10.12
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 94%
200 mts sur del redondel y 20 mts oeste, La Fortuna
You'll love this hostel because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service, a bar, bicycle hire, a common room, board games, and cable tv. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a cafe and a microwave. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, security lockers, luggage storage, parking, and internet access are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Private Room from $25.20
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 93%
La Fortuna de San Carlos 2.5 kilómetros camino al volcan, La Fortuna
Hotel Arte Natura is very popular due to the atmosphere, great location, and long list of amenities. It features friendly service, a swimming pool, and cable tv. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a restaurant. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, towels included, air conditioning, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $9.00
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 92%
75mts Este gasolinera Servicentro de la Fortuna San Carlos, Alajuela, La Fortuna
Hostel SantaFe is very popular due to the atmosphere, great location, and long list of amenities. It features friendly service, board games, and cable tv. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a cafe, self-catering facilities, and a microwave. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, towels included, internet access, air conditioning, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $8.00
Private Room from $11.30
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 92%
500 metros norte del Banco Nacional, San Carlos, Alajuela, La Fortuna
You'll love this hostel because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service, a common room, board games, and cable tv. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's self-catering facilities and a microwave. Wi-fi, parking, internet access, and air conditioning are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.
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