Arenal Springs Resort and Spa offers a luxurious four-star retreat in Arenal, featuring private thermal pools, lush tropical gardens, and captivating views of the volcano. Guests can unwind in bungalow-style accommodations, enjoy diverse dining options, and partake in complimentary morning yoga classes. The resort provides a serene base for exploring the region's adventures, from rafting to ziplining, ensuring a balanced Costa Rican escape. With a focus on relaxation and natural beauty, it promises an unforgettable stay.
Hot-springs afternoons beneath Arenal
Come back from a day around La Fortuna and follow the garden paths toward the hot springs. Arenal Springs Resort and Spa brings private thermal pools, tropical greenery and views of the volcano into the rhythm of a stay. This four-star resort’s bungalow-style accommodation gives you outdoor space to pause, while the water and dining venues make an afternoon on site worth keeping free.
Warm water, cool water and garden paths
At the front of the property, thermal streams and pools lie among palms, ferns and flowering plants. A separate cool-water swimming pool and a children’s pool create different ways to enjoy the water, with lounge chairs and a sun deck for the hours afterward. A Jacuzzi and spa continue that slower side of an Arenal vacation, and the swim-up Sakana Sushi Bar and Restaurant brings dining into pool time.
A cold-water stream winds toward tilapia ponds, crossed by small bridges along the paths. Follow them to the open-air yoga deck, where complimentary morning classes take place several days a week. Guests have recorded 138 bird species in the gardens, giving birdwatchers another reason to explore attentively. WiFi is available in select public areas; a souvenir shop and conference room add other useful facilities.
An evening with choices
Ti-Cain serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with Costa Rican and international dishes, fresh Costa Rican coffee in the morning and a wine selection in the evening. Italian Corner adds brick-oven pizza, pasta, cold-cut platters and fresh salads with Chilean and Argentinian wines. At the wet bar, Sakana Sushi Bar and Restaurant serves sushi, Japanese salads and pasta dishes. Choose the meal that suits the evening, then take time to enjoy it.
Beyond the resort, the Arenal Volcano region offers rafting, canyoning and canopy ziplines, including Sky Trek and Tram. Horseback rides to waterfalls and ATV outings bring a faster pace, while Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge, hanging bridges and jungle hikes at the volcano’s base suit landscape and wildlife interests. Give the days different speeds, knowing the gardens and warm water await your return.
Choose the suite around your stay
The Junior Suites feature one king-size bed or two queen beds, air-conditioning, a flat-screen cable TV, a ceiling fan, a coffee maker, a mini-bar, a telephone, an in-room safe, and a hairdryer. The mini-bar is stocked with complimentary beverages for two people (once per visit). Each Junior Suite boasts a spacious terrace with a seating area and enchanting views of Arenal Volcano. When an additional single bed is required, it is provided as a roll-away bed.
The luxurious Master Suites are equipped with air conditioning, a Jacuzzi filled with natural hot springs water, an indoor shower, two TVs, an all-inclusive mini-bar in one of the rooms, a terrace with a volcano view, hammocks, two bathrooms, room phones, bath phones, alarm clocks, sofa beds, closets, safety boxes, hot water, fans, coffee makers, and hairdryers.
The resort also offers rooms with handicap access and adjoining rooms for families who wish to stay together. Please request these rooms at the time of reservation, and the resort will make every effort to accommodate your request.
Meals, spa benefit and stay arrangements
Important Note: Breakfast is included in the daily rate, while lunch and dinner are not unless otherwise specified in the room description. When included, lunch or dinner features a special menu that may not include all offerings from the regular restaurant menu.
Exclusive promo for PTW clients: 15% discount at Arenal Springs Spa.
IMPORTANT: From August 20 through November 20, select suites will undergo room upgrades, with guests assigned as far from construction as possible to ensure a comfortable stay. Additionally, Secreto Restaurant will be temporarily closed during this period, though its popular menu items will remain available at the resort’s main restaurant, Ti Cáin.
Hot springs, suites and the terms to compare
Thermal streams and pools among palms, ferns and flowering gardens make hot-springs time part of the stay, with a separate cool-water pool and children’s pool.
A cold-water stream, tilapia ponds and small bridges turn a stroll into part of the holiday; complimentary yoga runs several mornings a week, rather than every morning.
Ti-Cain, Italian Corner and Sakana give you Costa Rican, international, Italian and Japanese dining choices, including brick-oven pizza and sushi.
Breakfast is included. Lunch and dinner are not included unless specified in the room description; included meals use a special menu that may exclude regular-menu dishes.
Pacific Trade Winds clients receive a 15% discount at Arenal Springs Spa, adding a specific benefit to a treatment during your stay.
Junior Suite minibar beverages are complimentary for two people once per visit; Master Suites add a hot-springs-water Jacuzzi, two bathrooms and an all-inclusive minibar in one room. An extra single bed is a rollaway, and Master Suite hammocks bring more outdoor time to the volcano-view terrace.
Accessible and adjoining rooms must be requested when reserving; the resort will make every effort to accommodate the request, rather than guaranteeing it.
WiFi is available in select public areas; a souvenir shop and conference room add practical facilities, while birdwatching and the spa offer gentler hours on site.
A notice covers select-suite upgrades and Secreto’s temporary closure from August 20 to November 20, with Secreto menu items at Ti Cáin; confirm the arrangements for your dates.
Rafting, canyoning, Sky Trek and Tram, horseback rides to waterfalls, ATV outings, Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge and hanging bridges give the regional days different speeds before a return to the hot springs.
Arenal Springs is a beautiful resort. Staff was always very cordial and helpful. The room was wonderful, and the hot springs and pool areas were great. There was construction going on pretty constantly, but we were forewarned, and it really didn't detract much. We wish there had been some other dining/meal/snack options available, as there was only the one restaurant and the pool bar. But the meals we had - especially the breakfasts - were great. We only wish the volcano hadn't been shrouded in by clouds for three days since we never actually got a view of that. But, obviously, that's outside of PTW's ability to control.
Kristen O.
Beautiful resort with great pools and delicious food. Only complaint was the renovation of the main restaurant meant only one food location option. It was also kind of far from the town
Monica L.
It was unfortunate that there were no king bed rooms available during our stay but overall everything was great! Wished there were more restaurant options also.
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Sandra E.
fabulous hotel., staff were lovely, very helpful. amazing food - would go back again
Keri B.
Beautiful hotel with hot springs. Restaurant was excellent with lots of choice at both breakfast and dinner. The grounds were well kept. Our villas were at the far end of the property which we loved - they were quiet and private and we enjoyed the walk to/from the pools and main building. We only used the golf cart service for arriving/departing but it seemed easily accessible. We would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Alison W.
Lovely hotel but far out of town and I didn’t have a car so I wish I had a hotel within walking distance of the town
Karin L.
Awsome place wonderful staff. Was being renovated but we had been made aware of that
Audrey H.
Excellent, exceeded expectations. For comfort we found the bed a little hard, pillows too high for sleeping.
Jennifer B.
Beautiful!
Andi C.
We really loved the room overlooking the volcano. We thought it was very sweet that they recognized Jerry's birthday, decorated for that, and left gifts. We appreciated the gym and the attendant. Breakfast was really good, with a good variety.
Mita S.
Our driver Marvin was very good and drove perfectly in all the rain and fog. We felt very safe while he drove.
Rem W.
One of the best hotels I’ve ever stayed at, very clean with amazing views and great access to nature!
Gordon A.
We were very happy with the stay: rooms, staff, food, pools and grounds, but can't comment on the overall value, since the cost was lumped together with the hole tour package.
Reena P.
Great hotel
Patrick G.
A beautiful hotel, no question. But the cost of meals and drinks was excessive.
Guest review
Beautiful place and the staff was friendly and helpful
Terri B.
The only tiny negative is that the main restaurant was under construction which was a little noisy in the day time, but not a problem. Stunning overall with incredible gardens. The rooms are gorgeous and spacious, the breakfast and restaurants were amazing. The hot springs were incredible, and we loved the "reading area" with the hammocks under a huge tree.
Sundiep P.
Loved this hotel! It was my favourite of the trip. Room was fantastic, the grounds were great. Even seeing the iguanas on the property added to the experience. Our son needed to see a doctor while we were there and the staff got us an appointment within the hour. I felt very taken care of. Would highly recommend this hotel to anyone
Vivek P.
Excellent. Only could have been better if 2nd onsite restaurant was open.
John G.
The room cleaning staff were wonderful. We really enjoyed talking with the servers at the restaurant. We were told the main restaurant was in final stages of detailing and finishing so weren't expecting it to be open, but it's actually not that far allong in construction so you may want to be careful in reporting that to future guests.
Guest review
Everything was good. no complaints
Blanca O.
Above and beyond expectations!
Geoffrey T.
Breakfast was extensive.
Food was excellent.
Laundry services were great.
Paul S.
Unsure how to rate value due to costs we’re all combined.
Craig H.
Great hotel! Loved it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What dining options are available at Arenal Springs Resort and Spa?
Arenal Springs Resort and Spa offers three distinct dining venues: Ti-Cain serves Costa Rican and international dishes, Italian Corner specializes in brick-oven pizza and pasta, and Sakana Sushi Bar and Restaurant provides sushi, Japanese salads, and pasta dishes, including a swim-up option.
What types of suites are offered at Arenal Springs Resort and Spa?
The resort features Junior Suites with king or queen beds, a terrace, and volcano views, and luxurious Master Suites equipped with a hot springs Jacuzzi, two bathrooms, hammocks, and an all-inclusive mini-bar in one room. Accessible and adjoining rooms are also available upon request.
What amenities are included with a stay at Arenal Springs Resort and Spa?
Breakfast is included in the daily rate. Junior Suites receive complimentary mini-bar beverages once per visit for two, while Master Suites include an all-inclusive mini-bar in one room. Guests can enjoy thermal and cool-water pools, a children's pool, a Jacuzzi, and complimentary morning yoga classes several days a week. WiFi is available in select public areas.
What activities can guests enjoy at Arenal Springs Resort and Spa and nearby?
On-site, guests can relax in thermal pools, birdwatch in the gardens, or attend yoga classes. The surrounding Arenal region offers thrilling activities such as rafting, canyoning, ziplining, horseback riding to waterfalls, ATV outings, and exploring the Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge and hanging bridges.
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