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The 10 Best Hostels in Fortuna, Costa Rica

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Situated in Fortuna, within 5 km of La Fortuna Waterfall and 5.4 km of Kalambu Hot Springs, Sky Hostel features accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 21 km from Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park, 22 km from Sky Adventures Arenal and 25 km from Venado Caves. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, and organising tours for guests.

You get a lot for what you pay. It’s really clean, the kitchen is superb, and I felt really comfortable. Would totally recommend it!!!

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9
Wonderful
47 reviews
Price from
$10
per night

Situated in Fortuna and with La Fortuna Waterfall reachable within 5.6 km, Pura Vibra Hostel features concierge services, rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. The property is located 4.8 km from Kalambu Hot Springs, 20 km from Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park and 21 km from Sky Adventures Arenal. The accommodation provides karaoke and a shared kitchen.

Good quiet location but close to all restaurants, bars etc, easy place to meet other people, very helpful staff! Curtains on beds are also very nice

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8.8
Excellent
352 reviews
Price from
$12
per night

Set in Fortuna, 5 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Arenal Sloth Hostel features views of the mountain. Among the facilities at this property are a concierge service and a tour desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and currency exchange for guests.

The best hostel I've stayed at in Costa Rica. The staff gives you a tour and is super friendly. The rooms are clean and have air conditioning. The location is just a 10 minute walk from downtown. The artwork on the wall was also pretty.

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8.2
Very Good
248 reviews
Price from
$11.66
per night

Situated in Fortuna, 4.9 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Argdivan Hostel features accommodation with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Featuring a bar, the property is located within 5 km of Kalambu Hot Springs. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests.

First of all, the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful to optimize my stay in La Fortuna straight from the start. Compared to everything else I saw, they offer the best rates for all the tours and guide you along the process. The hostel is at a great location, and looks very cute. My room was just perfect and the bathroom exceeded my expectations! Overall, would definitely come back and would recommend to everybody planning a stay in La Fortuna.

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8.7
Excellent
483 reviews
Price from
$12
per night

Featuring a shared lounge, terrace and views of river, Rio Danta Hostel is set in Fortuna, 6.4 km from La Fortuna Waterfall. The property is situated 5.5 km from Kalambu Hot Springs, 21 km from Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park and 22 km from Sky Adventures Arenal. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

The staff was amazing and extremely helpful! Thank you so much

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8.7
Excellent
876 reviews
Price from
$11.80
per night

At the hostel, the rooms come with a balcony with a city view. Every room comes with a coffee machine, a private bathroom and free WiFi, while some rooms here will provide you with a terrace and some have pool views. All units include bed linen.

The owner was marvelous. He gave lots of great recommendations for several activities and does not want to sell tours like lots of others. Just perfect!!! This made our trip perfect and I highly recommend the hostel for everyone who goes to La Fortuna. The rooms were clean and we had a nice balkony to sit outside. It is a great hostel to get to know others.

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8.1
Very Good
85 reviews
Price from
$36
per night

At the hostel, every room comes with a wardrobe. Every room has a private bathroom with a shower, while certain rooms here will provide you with a kitchenette with a fridge. At Arenal Poshpacker each room comes with bed linen and towels.

Friendly staff, clean room and amazing experience

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7.9
Good
1,369 reviews
Price from
$17.81
per night

Located 3.6 km from the slopes of the Arenal Volcano, this hostel offers its guests complimentary Wi-Fi access, luggage storage, and a snack bar. The property also has an outdoor pool.

Arenal Backpackers Resort features shared dormitories and tents for up to 2 persons. The dormitories are air conditioned and have lockers. Bathrooms and showers are shared and provide free toiletries.

Beautiful spaces, friendly and helpful staff and super tidy facilities!

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7.6
Good
1,100 reviews
Price from
$18.90
per night

Set in Ángeles, 18 km from La Fortuna Waterfall, Cabañas San Isidro offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and barbecue facilities. The property is around 17 km from Kalambu Hot Springs, 32 km from Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park and 33 km from Sky Adventures Arenal. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, room service and organising tours for guests.

At the hostel, all rooms include a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge.

Great place for families with kids. We even got invited to the dinner with Juan - the owner of the property, and his wonderful wife and friends. Plus we also got a free excursion in the sorrounding garden where Juan grows mangos, avocados, blackberries and meny other fruits. Absolutely recommend.

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9
Wonderful
10 reviews
Price from
$60
per night

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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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Hostels that guests love in Fortuna

  • Avg. price/night: $33.56
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 483 reviews
    Great staff. Lovely rooftop deck and lower deck with chairs and hammocks to relax. We never felt unsafe. The location was good, just a few minute walk from all the action, it was nice to be in a little quieter spot to sleep. Lots of Hostel-run excursions for reasonable prices. Good value.
    Jessica
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $39.55
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 352 reviews
    One of the best hostels I've stayed in Centroamérica. Not only do dorms have a bathroom but also every bed has curtains, lights, a little fan and a socket! Ana is always willing to help and give you good advice about places and how to get there. The kitchen is amazingly well equipped and the common area has games and a ping-pong table, apart from some cute little lizards strolling around the garden. Great hostel!
    Victoria
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $33.56
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 483 reviews
    Lovely hostel, great location, amazing staff, and loved the terrace. Laura and Lautaro are absolutely helpful and dedicated. They have great suggestions, and they're always keen to help you out with anything from a ride to a tip. I adored the friendly atmosphere. I felt home. Gracias chic@s fue increíble!!!
    Carolina
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $74.33
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,349 reviews
    Great location Close to everything Staff are brilliant Good pool and set up for meeting new people
    Milan
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $56.50
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 52 reviews
    Great Location! Safe. Quiet.
    Rachel
    Group
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 541 reviews
    Great location, Friendly staff and secure grounds for safe parking. The gardens are immaculately kept and the pool area is great too. On clear days the view of the volcano is amazing! Would happily stay again.
    Iain
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $66.67
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 876 reviews
    Very clean, calm, great location, great for everyone *Super recommend* Go to Rio Danta Hostel you won't regret
    J
    Joshua
    Solo traveler
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 11 reviews
    This is the one and only hostel for La Fortuna and visiting the volcano Arenal + surroundings. Wilson is simply the best host ever! He organized everything and gave us great tips what to do for fun on a budget. The hostel is clean, comfy, has a great kitchen and is quiet. (Budget) Backpackers+Travellers, this is your address! Thank you again, Wilson!!
    Jana
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $73.78
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 972 reviews
    Great location, and met some friendly people in my room. Cute little tables and hammocks around the center encouraged meeting people
    Kathy
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $39.55
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 352 reviews
    Pura Vibra is still a new hostel however it was a great find, the owner is so lovely and makes the place feel like home. We got so many great tips about the area and a lot of info on the cheaper or free things to do in and around town. Coffee and tea served each morning and full privacy blinds with a fan in each bunk, luxury when you are backpacking. The place was spotless clean and the kitchen was well stocked - they even had an ice machine!! We loved their little dog too.
    Georgia
    Young couple

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