We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.

Las Cabanitas Resort

3.0 of 5
North Zone, La Fortuna de San Carlos, Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica
Hotel amenities
Las Cabanitas Resort
2.5 of 5 stars 19 Reviews
Which La Fortuna de San Carlos hotels are on sale?
See hotels
Write a Review

19 reviews from our community

    Trip type
Traveller rating
    2
    6
    2
    6
    3
Date Rating
Dallas, Texas
Senior Contributor
37 reviews 37 reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
65 helpful votes 65 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2012

Completely deceptive place. This place was supposed to have a pool, and AC for starters. In reality, the AC did not work, the pool was broken and there were bugs everywhere. For the price charged, this was completely unacceptable. From all accounts, this is standard business practice for the place. Don't ever stay here. If you find that your tour... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 3 more reviews by bktx1 for La Fortuna de San Carlos
Charleston, South Carolina
Reviewer
4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 January 2012

This hotel is very misleading in price! They claim to only cost $105 per night however, they decide what exchange rate they will use (which is much higher than the national and local rate.) Plus there is no spa services so it is misleading to be called a spa resort! The service was excellent during our stay but upon check... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by Meredith P for La Fortuna de San Carlos

Travellers are raving about these La Fortuna de San Carlos hotels

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal
4.5 of 5 stars
CHECK RATES! ABS:HotelCheckRates-d1198441?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_RavingAboutButton
Hotel Las Colinas
4 of 5 stars
CHECK RATES! ABS:HotelCheckRates-d310169?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_RavingAboutButton
Tabacon Grand Spa Thermal Resort
4.5 of 5 stars
CHECK RATES! ABS:HotelCheckRates-d293017?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_RavingAboutButton
Hotel Mountain Paradise
4.5 of 5 stars
CHECK RATES! ABS:HotelCheckRates-d678249?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_RavingAboutButton
Lost Iguana Resort & Spa
4.5 of 5 stars
CHECK RATES! ABS:HotelCheckRates-d530642?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_RavingAboutButton
Cambridge, Massachusetts
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2011
2
people found this review helpful

Not sure why Lonely Planet chose this as an "our pick" for their most recent edition of the Costa Rica book. This place sucked! First, we were put in a cabin with faulty AC and tons of bugs...then we were grudgingly moved to a second cabin. The AC didn't work too great in the second place, either, but we discovered... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Bettendorf, Iowa
Reviewer
5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 June 2010
1
person found this review helpful

I would never choose to stay here. We were part of a large EF travel group. The rooms are about as basic as you can get, with the exception of air conditioning, which does not come standard in all Costa Rican hotels. There are no screens on the front windows, just shutters that do little to keep out mosquitoes or... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Washington DC
Top Contributor
53 reviews 53 reviews
Reviews in 37 cities Reviews in 37 cities
103 helpful votes 103 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2008
1
person found this review helpful

We were booked into this hotel as part of a travel package. I thought it was fine, but nothing special. The hotel consists of lots of small (one room) cottages right off the main road in the not very interesting town of La Fortuna near Arenal. For some reason, there was hardly anyone else staying there, so the property felt... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Staten Island, NY
Reviewer
5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2008

I was on a Caravan tour when we spent 2 nights at this location. The hotel is actually a series of cabins along in a row. They are clean and contain a phone with a good air conditioner. No TV - but there is a small pool, bar & restaurant. Be sure not to stay in the first cabin -... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
vancouver
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2007
2
people found this review helpful

Stayed here in March 2007. Loved the cabins. We had one with 3 beds and there was only 2 of us. Very nice bathrooms, newly renovated. Lots of space. We would sit on our frontdeck rocking chairs at night and in morning we actually had a clear view of the volcano. Good food for both breakfast and dinner, remember food... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Top Contributor
113 reviews 113 reviews
Reviews in 49 cities Reviews in 49 cities
138 helpful votes 138 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2007

We spent two nights here as part of a Caravan Tour in January 2007. The bungalows were immaculate, spacious and delightful. We especially enjoyed the great towel folding expertise of the housekeeping staff: on our second day we found a display of towels shaped into 2 elephants facing each other decorated with flowers. The walk to town is quite pleasant.... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Calgary, Canada
Reviewer
5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2007
1
person found this review helpful

I stayed here for two nights on a Caravan Tour in January, 2007, and most of our group really liked these little bungalows. I can see that Fortuna is a booming resort town with several really nice, new hotels, but having just come from a remote jungle lodge we were happy to stay on the outskirts of town in this... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Raleigh
Top Contributor
61 reviews 61 reviews
Reviews in 45 cities Reviews in 45 cities
67 helpful votes 67 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 January 2007
1
person found this review helpful

This is one of four hotels we stayed in as part of our Caravan tour - and the only one I would not willingly return to. We were in one of the older cabins which was close to the highway (and gas station) and noisy from bus fumes and the restaurant. I think the newer units would give a better... More

Was this review helpful? Yes

Travellers who viewed Las Cabanitas Resort also viewed

Nayara Hotel, Spa & Gardens
5 of 5 stars 953 Reviews
La Fortuna de San Carlos, Arenal Volcano National Park
CHECK RATES! ABS:HotelCheckRates-d866587?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_AlsoViewed
Hotel El Silencio del Campo
4.5 of 5 stars 711 Reviews
La Fortuna de San Carlos, Arenal Volcano National Park
CHECK RATES! ABS:HotelCheckRates-d626270?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_AlsoViewed
Volcano Lodge & Gardens
4.5 of 5 stars 610 Reviews
La Fortuna de San Carlos, Arenal Volcano National Park
CHECK RATES! ABS:HotelCheckRates-d310179?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_AlsoViewed
View all 64 hotels in La Fortuna de San Carlos, ranked by popularity »

Been to Las Cabanitas Resort? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Additional Information about Las Cabanitas Resort

  • Las Cabanitas Hotel
Address: North Zone, La Fortuna de San Carlos, Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica
Price range (per night):* 67 AUD - 81 AUD

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Las Cabanitas Resort, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

  • Manage your listing