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Arenal Observatory Lodge & TrailsvsLa Baula Lodge
Both hotels are highly recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, La Baula Lodge scores marginally better than Arenal Observatory Lodge & Spa. La Baula Lodge comes in at 74 with endorsements from 2 reviews including Afar Magazine, Lonely Planet.
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
Afar Magazine
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
Lonely Planet
Frommer's
Oyster
23 km west from La Fortuna town, Main road to Arenal National Park, La Fortuna de San Carlos, Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica
From $147/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Afar Magazine "Within the grounds of the Arenal Observatory Lodge in Costa Rica, there are several paths of varying length that can be walked." Full review
Fodor's "These cozy, comfortable, and simple rooms allow you to sleep as close as anyone should to a volcano—it's a mere 2¾ km (1¾ miles) away, and stellar views and outdoor activities are what the place is all about." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Close enough to Arenal Volcano for visitors to hear and feel the nearly constant rumbling, this observatory (on a hillside just over a mile from the peak) gets excellent views of the eruptions." Full review
Lonely Planet "Rooms range from La Casona’s rustic doubles with shared bathrooms and views from the porch, to plus junior suites, with king-size beds, local art and huge picture windows framing the volcano." Full review
Frommer's "The views from the rooms, restaurant, and common areas are simply spectacular. The main dining room features a massive wall of glass, with a V-shaped peak that perfectly frames the volcano." Full review
OysterMid-Range
"This all-inclusive, 864-acre, 48-room property on a mountain has some of the best views in the area of both the lake and the volcano, and allows guests to be immersed in the rainforest" Full review
La Baula Lodge Afar Magazine Lonely Planet
Tortuguero National Park, Tortuguero 00000, Costa Rica
From $68/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Afar Magazine "The delicious aroma of pizzas baking in a brick kiln welcome you to the warm and cozy eatery La Baula. The most famous pizzeria in the area, it gets its name from the baula, or..." Full review
Lonely Planet "North of town and across the river, this laid-back, long-running lodge has an unpretentious atmosphere, though it could stand a minor makeover, and customer service can be rather lackadaisical." Full review
