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Arenal Oasis

PO Box 21 | San Carlos, La Fortuna de San Carlos, Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica
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Terre Haute, Indiana
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

We spent two nights here. My mom had a cabin to herself and the other four of us stayed in a bigger cabin (bungalo) with a kitchenette. This place is far enough off the beaten path that you don't hear any noise at night except the frogs. There is a little restaurant on the grounds. You can watch the birds... More

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East Preston, United Kingdom
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5 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2013

The best place visited on our whole trip to Costa Rica. This is a family run place and it is clear that they care so much about their environment. 30 years ago this was a cattle farm, but the height of some of the trees makes that hard to believe. The place is so peaceful, with just six chalets, plus... More

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Arvada
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9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013

Loved staying here. Rocking on the front porch, listening to the birds first thing in the morning was a treat. At breakfast, they also feed birds so there area all sorts of birds close by, including Toucans once. The hosts have a wifi station and arranged trips for us. My family especially enjoyed the night tour, where they saw all... More

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Bangkok, Thailand
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11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013

My wife and I visited this property last week and took the 2 hours night walk. It was brilliant. The guides are extremely knowledgeable and very passionate about what they do. The number and variety of frogs was outstanding. This is a family run business and the people are extremely nice. Excellent value for money. Doug and Ulai Thailand

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Calgary, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2013

These secluded cosy cottages nestled amongst a beautiful reserve truly lives up to its name.. an oasis. Our one bedroom cabin was spacious and spotless, furnished simply in creative rustic style..charming. It is a leisurely fifteen minute walk to the village backdropped by fabulous views of Arenal Volcano and past friendly village folks going about their daily lives. There is... More

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winchcombe
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2013

As explained already, neither word nor pictures can capture this unique oasis. Owners really care about their environment and are eager to share it with their guests. Thank you for letting us share this.

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Dongen, The Netherlands
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2013 via mobile

A very cosy place, very clean and the grounds are amazing. Breakfast is served in the middle of a beautiful garden with amazing birds all over. The family who runs the place are exceptionally nice and do there best for there guests. I highly recommend staying there.

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Tel Aviv, Israel
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 December 2012

Usually, a picture is better than words, but no picture can represent the colors, smells and sounds of the forest sorrounding the charming wooden cabins of Arenal Oasis ecolodge. Minutes from La fortuna, but hidden in the forest, the beautiful cabins are an excellent base for traveling in the Arenal area. The place is run by a very friendly family... More

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Tampa, Florida
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 July 2012

This place is breathtaking day and night! I was very pleased at every turn. The views, management, the nature trail, the food, simply everything is wonderful about this place. I really cant wait to return to Costa Rica and to this place:)

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Hershey, PA
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5 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 June 2012

Stayed here on my recent honeymoon. Location is great within the arrenal area to access all the local attractions. Grounds are a beautiful little nature preserve, and each room is its own little cabin with a private parking space-very nice if you want to time to feel alone with the sounds of the jungle. Service was excellent - the man... More

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Also Known As:
Arenal Oasis Hotel
Arenal Oasis Hotel La Fortuna De San Carlos
Arenal Oasis Costa Rica/La Fortuna De San Carlos
Address: PO Box 21 | San Carlos, La Fortuna de San Carlos, Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica
Region: Costa Rica > Province of Alajuela > Arenal Volcano National Park > La Fortuna de San Carlos
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Children Activities Kitchenette Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #4 of 44 Speciality lodging in La Fortuna de San Carlos
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Official Description (provided by the hotel):
This wonderful place is the results of several years of conservation, allowing to a different species of animal a new home; at the beginning of the 80’s was a big cattle field and now it is a paradise for Sloths, Mexican Anteater, Gray Fox, Ocelots, howler Monkeys, Toucans, Manakines, Hummingbirds, Turkeys, Tree Frogs, Glass Frogs and Poison Dart Frogs, Snakes, Lizards and much more...Accomplishing this rich natural environment, the Rojas Bonilla family created some cabins out in the woods, restaurant and one thematic trail of a several stations all along the refuge, where the visitors get a speech about natural history of the species. ... more   less 
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