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Hostel Backpackers La Fortuna
2.0 star property

Family-friendly hostel with 2 outdoor pools and bars/lounges
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Hostel Backpackers La Fortuna

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Interior
Interior
Luxury Double Room
2 bars/lounges, swim-up bar, poolside bar
Luxury Quadruple Room | Bathroom

Overview of Hostel Backpackers La Fortuna

Reviews
7.2

Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

Explore the area

Map
50 metros este de la Iglesia Catolica, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 21007
  • Popular LocationBaldi Hot Springs5 min drive
  • Popular LocationLa Fortuna Waterfall9 min drive
  • Popular LocationArenal Volcano21 min drive
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Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Premium bedding, down duvets, individually decorated

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Triple Room

Premium bedding, down duvets, individually decorated

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room

Premium bedding, down duvets, individually decorated

Standard Quadruple Room

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | View from room

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
TV
Blackout curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Single Room

Premium bedding, down duvets, individually decorated

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
  • 12.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Women only

Premium bedding, down duvets, individually decorated

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Premium bedding, down duvets, individually decorated

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Quadruple Room

View from room

Deluxe Quadruple Room

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room

Deluxe Single Room

Deluxe Single Room

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room

Deluxe Triple Room

Deluxe Triple Room

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
  • 14.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

La Fortuna

Located in La Fortuna, Hostel Backpackers La Fortuna is in the city centre and near the boardwalk. Baldi Hot Springs and Tabacon Hot Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore La Fortuna Waterfall and Arenal Volcano National Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Puentes Colgantes del Arenal and Arenal Adventure World. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
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What's nearby

  • Puentes Colgantes del Arenal - 7 min walk
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 5 min drive
  • Ecotermales Fortuna - 6 min drive
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 9 min drive
  • Arenal Volcano - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 124 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pollo Fortuneño - 1 min walk
  • Lava Lounge Bar & Grill - 1 min walk
  • La Fonda 506 - 3 min walk
  • Chocolate Fusión - 4 min walk
  • La Fortuna Pub - 3 min walk

About this property

Hostel Backpackers La Fortuna

Family-friendly hostel in the city centre
A swim-up bar, a poolside bar and a corner/local shop are just a few of the amenities provided at Hostel Backpackers La Fortuna. Adventurous travellers may like the horse riding, cycling and rowing/canoeing at this hostel. The on-site local cuisine buffet restaurant, Tropical Rest, features a poolside location and breakfast. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a free daily manager's reception and a terrace.
Other perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools with a swim-up bar
  • Free self-parking
  • Limo/town car service, buffet breakfast (surcharge) and bike hire
  • Express check-out, tour/ticket information and multilingual staff
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and separate sitting areas, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and separate dining areas.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Baths or showers and shampoo
  • Private gardens, separate sitting areas and separate dining areas

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6 AM–10 AM for a fee: USD 7 for adults and USD 7 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Tropical Bar
  • Tropical Rest

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Rowing/canoeing

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Separate dining area

Outdoor space

  • Patio
  • Yard

More

  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan
  • Separate sitting area
  • Shared accommodation

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 7 for adults and from USD 7 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 170 per vehicle (return)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Backpackers La Fortuna
Fortuna Backpackers
Fortuna Backpackers Hostel
Fortuna Hostel
Hostel Backpackers La Fortuna La Fortuna
Hostel Backpackers La Fortuna
Hostel Fortuna
Hostel Backpackers Fortuna
Backpackers Fortuna
Hostel Backpackers La Fortuna Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does Hostel Backpackers La Fortuna have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is Hostel Backpackers La Fortuna pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hostel Backpackers La Fortuna?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Hostel Backpackers La Fortuna?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Hostel Backpackers La Fortuna?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Hostel Backpackers La Fortuna provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 170 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hostel Backpackers La Fortuna located?

This family-friendly La Fortuna hostel is located near the airport, within 1 mi (2 km) of Puentes Colgantes del Arenal and Arenal Adventure World. Kalambu Hot Springs and Costa Rica Chocolate Tour are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Hostel Backpackers La Fortuna Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 85 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 85 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 85 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 85 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 85 reviews" "

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

april

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Marginal needs work
Was convenient to town but very loud, pool not working did have option to go to another hostel to use theirs. WiFi poor.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
this hostel didn't give to me a receipt, I have 2 weeks waiting for it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Fortunate La Fortuna
The front desk staff was great helping us with booking tour, doing laundry, and providing fresh towels after our outings to the hot springs and Baldi thermal baths. The pool is being renovated and the rooms were adequate. It’s right in downtown La Fortunate so there are great bars and restaurants nearby. The rooms are in the back so there isn’t much noise to speak of. Lots of hammocks! The A/C worked great and plenty of hot water. Delicious Free drink with or without alcohol when you arrive. I’d stay here again for a short time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Tiny rooms . Bed springs have lost strength . No iron boards , not much space to keep luggage , bathrooms are smelly . Location is good as it’s in middle of the downtown . Need to remind staff to clean the room everyday and change towels .
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place, super helpful staff
The room and bathroom were cleaned daily, the entire property was very nice. The staff were very helpful, Danny set us up with activites for our stay in Fortuna and elsewhere in Costa Rica. Overall a great place and would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place to stay
Easy to find from the bus stop...walk Along shop road the way the bus came,then at end of road turn left and walk up until you see sign. Huge place....second pool being built at the moment. 3 kitchens but badly resourced...need more cutlery for sure! Room a bit cramped with bunk beds narrow passage between . Shower cold and most water came out of tap below, which couldn't be stopped! Good AC though and lockers...a bit of a squeeze with backpackers but possibly do able. Tours expensive.... You get what you pay for with the slightly cheaper priced tours. Best things to do....Hot Springs Balding or Termalilis del Arenal (taxi 3500 colones) and Bogarin Trail (6000 colones ) up the road..next to Arenal backpackers resort is a must...easy to take photos of beautiful birds in garden,see sloths, porcupine,frogs etc with guides help. The trail has taken 19 years to make and finance and 5 yrs opened to public....(Jewish flag desplayed as a symbol of respect for long term Jewish beneficiary) lovely walk through 2kms trail...strongly recommend for anyone, those with limited walking or wheelchair bound, families with children, accessable for everyone.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property in general was good...good location...share facilities and hot swimming pool HOWEVER I had serious problem with the reservation due to they charge me double...they charge by expedia.com and then by cash payment at the location It was a hell make this people to return the extra payment that they received...initially I open case in expedia and they rejected then call to hotel...and during days they were telling cheating me about that they will deposit the money in my bank account...at the end I get the refund calling again directly to expedia and they refund the payment by expedia.com
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was nice and staff helpful. Very clean and near attraction
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018