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Travel insights for hostels in La Fortuna

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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in La Fortuna?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in La Fortuna is July ($88). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in La Fortuna is October ($235).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in La Fortuna?

The cheapest day to stay in La Fortuna is Monday ($122). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Wednesday, when the average nightly price is $150.
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Rio Danta
Rio Danta

Rio Danta

Calle 468, La Fortuna, Costa Rica
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$69
Avg. per night
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Cabañas del Lago
Cabañas del Lago

Cabañas del Lago

La Fortuna, Costa Rica
2.8 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$89
Avg. per night
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Hotel Arenal Kioro Suites & Spa
Hotel Arenal Kioro Suites & Spa

Hotel Arenal Kioro Suites & Spa

11 km North From The Catholic Church, La Fortuna, Costa Rica
7.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$390
Avg. per night
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Tifakara Boutique Hotel & Birding Oasis
Tifakara Boutique Hotel & Birding Oasis

Tifakara Boutique Hotel & Birding Oasis

300m Oeste de Catarata de La Fortuna, La Fortuna, Costa Rica
3.6 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$271
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in La Fortuna

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within La Fortuna to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 18 September 2025.
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Facts about staying in La Fortuna

Find useful tips and insights about staying in La Fortuna to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 18 September 2025.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in La Fortuna?

    $100/night is an average price for a hostel in La Fortuna throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in October is the most expensive month to book, and in June is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found La Fortuna hostels for as low as $18/night. In general, La Fortuna hostels for $90 or less are a good deal.

  • What’s the best hostel in La Fortuna?

    Based on rated reviews, the best hostel in La Fortuna is Poshtel Arenal. 2,833 users from HotelsCombined gave the Poshtel Arenal a 7.6/10 rating.

  • What hostel is closest to La Fortuna Airport?

    The closest La Fortuna hostel to La Fortuna Airport is Poshtel Arenal, which is 7.3 km away.

  • Should I stay in a La Fortuna hostel?

    Aside from the fact that La Fortuna hostels tend to be more affordable than other stay types, they also have a more lively social scene. This social environment is perfect for individuals, couples, and even families who are looking to meet fellow travellers in La Fortuna.

  • Does La Fortuna have hostels with “Air-conditioned” listed as an amenity?

    1 hostel in La Fortuna currently have “Air-conditioned” as a listed amenity. We recommend booking Poshtel Arenal, which is the most popular hostel in La Fortuna with this amenity.

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