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Reviews of Arenal Backpackers Resort 5 stars

La Fortuna, San Carlos, 21007 Fortuna, Costa Rica

#100 of 106 hotels in Fortuna

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Review score

Based on 420 hostel reviews

7.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.1

  • Comfort

    8.1

  • Location

    8.7

  • Facilities

    7.9

  • Staff

    7.7

  • Value for money

    7.4

  • Free WiFi

    7.9

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  • Reviewed: 1 July 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cylinder Room (Adults Only)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great place to stay we enjoyed the hostel, room and location and vibe

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Good location clean dorm friendly staff

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Cylinder Room (Adults Only)
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Wifi didn't always work across the entire space but nothing too bad.

    We stayed in the 'cylinder' rooms which had a view of the mountain. The toilet and shower facilities next to these were exceptionally clean. Staff were very helpful with booking taxis and excursions. Food from the hostel was good although somewhat expensive.

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 21 June 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cylinder Room (Adults Only)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cylinder room without air codition is unbearable, but on the other hand air condition smells so bad (mold and dust) that is disgusting...and impossible to sleep after a while.

    Nice shared bathroom and showers, good location, Cylinder rooms look cool and photo attractive

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 18 June 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Cylinder Room (Adults Only)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Good location, friendly staff,good breakfast.

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 23 May 2022

    9.0
    super cool and conveniently located accommodations
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cylinder Room (Adults Only)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the cylinders need hooks to hang things to dry

    very unique and comfy

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2022

    9.0
    Short but perfect stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice located and close to many restaurants and bars. I came with my motorbike for only one night, there’s a private parking lot where I could safely park my motorbike. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Recommended!

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 20 May 2022

    7.0
    Okay price for being La Fortuna and comfortable enough
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    But after having stayed at Selina hostel La Fortuna for the same price the night before and there the breakfast was included I was only somewhat pleased with this hostel. As for the same price for a bunk bed in a shared dormitory Selina was a lot better in all senses. Also this hostel didnt have a kitchen.

    Okay price for being La Fortuna and comfortable enough.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 15 May 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cylinder Room (Adults Only)
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is no kitchen to cook food.

    Nice staff, good location and amazing pancakes for breakfast!

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2022

    9.0
    Had lots of fun & met some great people in a nice resort
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Cylinder Room (Adults Only)
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Had lots of fun & met some great people in a nice resort

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2022

    7.0
    Good overall, happy with the trip. Great concept and great breakfast.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cylinder Room (Adults Only)
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Pool looked a little dated and not that clean so we avoided it. Still looks a bit like a building site in places.

    We stayed in the cylinder rooms. They are a great concept and worth staying in to experience, but you don't have a great deal of room and there's no where to unpack. Still definitely worth the visit. Breakfast was very good!

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2022

    7.0
    Could be great, if…
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Cylinder Room (Adults Only)
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Staff is not very helpful, it seems like they don’t even want to be there. There is no shared kitchen (only a few plates & utensils).

    We loved the cylinder rooms and the facilities. It all looks more like a Hotel than a Hostel!

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2022

    7.0
    Really cool venue!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cylinder Room (Adults Only)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The air con in the pod barely did anything so it was boiling! Also the staff were not the most friendly and seemed a little annoyed whenever we asked for something. Also the pods are small, not ideal if you have a lot of stuff with you! Possibly better for those travelling alone.

    The facilities are amazing, lovely pool, lovely bar right on sight with nice drinks and yummy breakfast and the pods are really cool looking! Also the set up is ideal for making friends and meeting fellow travellers. Its really easy to book tours and excursions at the front desk.

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Cylinder Room (Adults Only)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The cylinders are a bit cramped for the price.

    Great facilities, nice showers, pool

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2022

    7.0
    Hotel was good, but lacks important touches
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Comfort Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast was quite expensive and not so great when we realized what was available directly in Fortuna. Also, I think the hotel lacks some important finishing touches that could really improve the client experience: adding white sheets and bedding, pale colors in the room, lighter curtains, adding a few decorations, changing out towels once a day, etx. - the private rooms felt a bit dark and depressing. Also beds were not the most comfy. With only a few changes it could be so much better with barely any additional cost. You would think this is not important, but after going to multiple places, we realized this really does make a difference in your experience.

    Very good location! the staff at front desk was nice and helpful. Its also a good location if you are traveling on your own and would like to make friends as there are dorms available at the hostel. Parking on site. Pool on facilities was good. good showers, and bathroom, hot water.

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2022

    8.0
    just fine for one night
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Comfort Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    didn’t effort to create a great environment, it’s kind of boring

    it was clean

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No kitchen, uncomfortable rooms Shower and lockers inside the bathroom 🤦

    Pool, location

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2022

    7.0
    A fine resort, but not for the backpackers vibe.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Safari Tent
    • Stayed 3 nights

    It's not for backpackers... It's just a resort. No vibes at all. We were lucky to befriend some other guests, who felt the same way as us. Don't expect to much at this resort. If that's what you're looking for: great.

    Beautiful RESORT. We slept in the tent, which are a pretty cool glamping experience. The sounds of animals and insects at night are cool. Don't let the name 'backpacker' fool you. It's got nothing to do with it. It's just a resort.

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2022

    7.0
    good located hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very loud music the whole day. Impossible to chill at the swimming pool because of the music.

    Good location and nice hostel to meet other backpackers.

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2022

    9.0
    Very unique stay in the heart of La Fortuna
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Cylinder Room (Adults Only)
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I slept in one of the cylinders - can recommend to everyone! It's awesome, a very unique stay you can have there. Bathroom outside (of course) and shared, but very nice and modern and clean! Very friendly and helpful staff.

    Stayed in January 2022

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2022

    7.0
    Very clean, great location. Minimal kitchen facilities.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Kitchen - very small Shower clogged up Bull machine wasn't working - very sad Aircon was weak

    Clean rooms Hot showers Beautiful resort

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2022

    7.0
    great location but probably I'd decides to stay two days
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I'm not sure

    place to cook

    Stayed in February 2022

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The beds could use individual plugs.

    When I arrived it looked like my bed was already used but the staff was very helpful to help me by changing the sheets right away.

    Stayed in February 2022

  • Reviewed: 23 February 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Cylinder Room (Adults Only)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful surroundings. Great facilities.

    Stayed in February 2022

  • Reviewed: 18 February 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Cylinder Room (Adults Only)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the individual rooms in the cylinder are a bit expensive for What it is (very tiny, no space for luggages) but it’s fun for 1 or 2 nights, staff wasn’t very pleasant!

    location is in the center of La Fortuna, near a lot of restaurants and facilities, very nice breakfast with choices and fresh fruits, great pool and space! common bathrooms were very clean and theres a lot of Space!

    Stayed in February 2022

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