Los Heroes
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Los Heroes offers a unique experience on Lake Arenal, transformed from a cow stable into a charming replica of a quaint Swiss village. Guests can enjoy a scenic two-mile train ride through winding hills, tunnels, and over bridges, leading to a revolving restaurant. This rondorama restaurant provides panoramic views of Lake Arenal and Arenal Volcano, completing a full revolution every 40 minutes, and features a cultural gallery detailing local pre-Columbian history.
Los Heroes is truly a remarkable place which has evolved from a cow stable into a replica of a quaint Swiss village that contains stables, small hotel, two restaurants including a mirador revolving restaurant, chapel, and a train station. Located on Lake Arenal, Los Heroes is surrounded by mountains and volcanoes. The pure beauty of nature in this area is breathtaking!
The Los Heroes property has its own train station located behind the hotel. In the 1980's the visionary owner imported the materials from Switzerland to build the two mile long railroad. This railroad brings guests up the hillside to the rondorama revolving restaurant! The ride is enjoyable as well as it goes thru tunnels and over bridges all while providing amazing views of Lake Arenal and Arenal Volcano!
Situated at a beautiful location overlooking Lake Arenal is the rotating restaurant which is a favorite amongst visitors! Before entering the restaurant guests will be taken thru the ‘Window of the Past' cultural gallery that informs you about pre-columbian culture of the area and past eruptions from the volcano. From there guests can go up the stairs to the restaurant located on the next level where they can enjoy a nice meal on the terrace as the slowly revolving restaurant provides a once in a life time experience with panoramic views of the area, completing full revolution every 40 minutes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What unique features does Los Heroes offer visitors?
Los Heroes is a remarkable destination on Lake Arenal, evolved from a cow stable into a replica of a quaint Swiss village. It features a small hotel, two restaurants (including a revolving one), a chapel, stables, and its own train station for a scenic ride.
What can guests expect from the train ride at Los Heroes?
Guests at Los Heroes can enjoy a two-mile train ride up the hillside to the rondorama revolving restaurant. The journey, built with materials imported from Switzerland, offers amazing views of Lake Arenal and Arenal Volcano while passing through tunnels and over bridges.
What is special about the revolving restaurant at Los Heroes?
The revolving restaurant at Los Heroes, overlooking Lake Arenal, provides a unique dining experience, completing a full revolution every 40 minutes for panoramic views. Before entering, guests can explore the 'Window of the Past' cultural gallery, which informs about pre-Columbian culture and past volcano eruptions.
Where is Los Heroes located in Costa Rica?
Los Heroes is situated on Lake Arenal, surrounded by mountains and volcanoes, including Arenal Volcano. It is approximately 30 km from La Fortuna and Arenal Volcano, and 15 km from Nuevo Arenal.