Best Hostels in Arenal and La Fortuna for Families on a Budget

This large hostel with dorms and private rooms offers a little bit of everything, and is a great choice for every type of traveler. From small private rooms sleeping one or two people, to larger privates big enough for families, to dorms (female, male, and mixed), there is an option for everyone. And the establishment is large enough so that everyone can meet like-minded travelers, too.

Start your day with a filling free breakfast that guests describe as very well done. Their friendly staff will also help you plan your activities with their tour booking service. And as a special treat, they are within walking distance to everything in town, being only a couple of blocks from the central square.

A communal kitchen is on hand for those that wish to cook their own meals, and Wi-Fi, lockers, and laundry are also available.

Hostel SantaFe is very popular due to the atmosphere, great location, and long list of amenities. It features a common room, 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.

This terrific hostel offers a bar, bicycle hire, a common room, a games room, and board games. 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 restaurant. Laundry facilities, security lockers, and air conditioning are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.

You'll love this hostel because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features a swimming pool, a bar, bicycle hire, a common room, and board games. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a restaurant and a microwave. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, security lockers, luggage storage, 24 hour reception, parking, internet access, air conditioning, housekeeping, and a mini-supermarket are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.