Arenal Vista Lodge

This Arenal hotel is the ideal starting point for those wishing to explore the northern part of Costa Rica, lying amidst tropical forests in the biological corridor between the forest reserve of Montevere and Arenal national park. Guests may observe over 300 species of bird here, as well as 100 species of mammal and 2,500 species of plants and orchids. The main attraction of this region is the conical volcano of Arenal, the youngest strato volcano in Costa Rica and one of the most active in the world. The nearest tourist resort is 5 km away.//The single-storey eco hotel offers a total of 25 lodges and features a foyer with a 24-hour reception desk, a safe, a currency exchange desk. Dining options include a welcoming café as well as an excellent air-conditioned à la carte restaurant with a non-smoking area where all tastes are catered to. A selection of drinks may be enjoyed at the pleasant bar and there is also a well-equipped conference room on offer to guests as well as a souvenir shop. The room, laundry and medical services may be taken advantage of and there is also a bicycle storage facility. Those arriving by car may make use of the public car park.//Each of the comfortable lodges comes with a bathroom with a shower (warm water available), a cupboard, and a balcony affording spectacular views out over the surrounding idyllic landscape.//There is a swimming pool within the complex and it is possible to kick back and relax on the sun terrace where parasols and sun loungers have been laid out ready for use. Sports enthusiasts may embark on one of the optional tours to the thermal springs, undertake a canopy safari or go horse riding or cycling.//The hotel has a restaurant serving Costa Rican dishes.

When you stay at Arenal Vista Lodge in Peñas Blancas, you'll be in the business district, just steps from Lake Arenal and a 5-minute drive from Butterfly Conservatory. This luxury hotel is 8.3 mi (13.4 km) from Arenal Volcano National Park and 13 mi (20.9 km) from Arenal Volcano.

Enjoy international cuisine at Arenal Vista, a restaurant where you can take in the garden view, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily.

Make yourself at home in one of the 25 individually decorated guestrooms. Your room comes with a memory foam bed. Rooms have private patios. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided.

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a television in a common area.

Featured amenities include wired Internet access (surcharge), a business center, and limo/town car service. Planning an event in Peñas Blancas? This hotel has facilities measuring 474 square feet (44 square meters), including a meeting room. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.