Arenal with family of 6
Jan 9th, 2016, 12:30 PM
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Arenal with family of 6
I'm looking for recommendations in Arenal area for 6 people. On our last trip to Costa Rica, we stayed in "family rooms" or "family suites" intended for groups. Many places had kitchenettes, too. I'm having trouble searching for places like that around La Fortuna. We are looking for something budget friendly.
Jan 9th, 2016, 04:05 PM
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Jan 14th, 2016, 08:06 AM
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http://www.arenalobservatorylodge.com/rooms is a link to all their room descriptions if that helps.
I've seen nice reviews of a place called Villa Hermosa, but not sure if it holds that many people.
I've seen nice reviews of a place called Villa Hermosa, but not sure if it holds that many people.
Jan 14th, 2016, 10:36 AM
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This one at Los Lagos has two queen and two rollaway beds.
http://www.hotelloslagos.com/en-room-superior.html
They also have a villa and some other options.
http://www.hotelloslagos.com/en-room-villas.html
http://www.hotelloslagos.com/en-room-superior.html
They also have a villa and some other options.
http://www.hotelloslagos.com/en-room-villas.html
Jan 15th, 2016, 06:34 AM
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Have you considered looking for a home on VRBO (Homeaway)? There are probably some very nice places around Lake Arenal. Look for homes that are well reviewed and that include security guards or gates.
Jan 18th, 2016, 12:02 PM
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Yes, I've looked, but I feel a little nervous. For one thing, we don't rent a car and most I looked at were far away from the city. I like to be able to make snacks and pack lunches to go, but I also appreciate having breakfast included with the hotel so I'm not cooking 3 meals a day for 6. We also used the hotel staff a lot on our last vacation there: for sorting out confusions with excursions or for advice. Hubby is all for renting a house, though.
Jan 21st, 2016, 10:29 AM
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Without a car in that location, I wouldn't rent a house, either. We love renting mainly so we are not all sleeping in one room. Some houses have managers or owners that live nearby that can give advice.
Jan 23rd, 2016, 09:32 AM
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Arenal Observatory Lodge wanted $485 a night. Ouch!
I email several places that had rooms for 5, and several responded that since our youngest will be 4, if she sleeps with us (which she will do regardless, I'm sure) that we could be in a room for 5. That opened up more possibilities in the $150 a night range
I email several places that had rooms for 5, and several responded that since our youngest will be 4, if she sleeps with us (which she will do regardless, I'm sure) that we could be in a room for 5. That opened up more possibilities in the $150 a night range
