

Many different plant species attract the diverse animal world.
ARENAL OBSERVATORY LODGE WINDOWS
The dining room overlooks the southern volcano slope with floor to ceiling windows and opens to a wide deck to enjoy a majestic panoramic view of the Arenal Lake and Arenal Volcano.Īdmire the beautiful gardens of the hotel. Also, if you are looking for comfortable accommodation in a peaceful natural setting. It makes the Arenal Observatory Lodge the perfect place to stay. The beautifully maintained grounds, fantastic location, great restaurant, excellent views, and great service. Presently, now it opens its doors to anyone wishing to view this natural wonder. You’ll love the fantastic views from the hotel and property! The lodge used to be a volcano observation facility for the Smithsonian Institute. This stunning lodge is set on a mountain ridge by the famous and active Arenal Volcano in Costa Rica. So much to do, so little time.The Arenal Observatory Lodge by the Arenal Volcano Take a hike through the rainforest or explore on horseback. A more sedate activity might be a visit to the butterfly gardens and bird sanctuary, and if you want to mix things up then white water rafting is available to get the adrenalin pumping.

No visit to Arenal would be complete without a tour of the hanging bridges or a rainforest canopy tour. Whilst there is plenty to keep you occupied at the lodge, there is also a wide range of activities on offer in the area. When you want to relax, the lodge has an attractive outdoor pool, Jacuzzi and well equipped spa, or you could just take life easy on your balcony and relish the views of mighty Arenal Volcano. Should you wish, guides are on hand to offer added insights to help you gain the most from your time here and help you identify the many birds. Peace and quiet is in abundance at Arenal Observatory Lodge,take yourself off to explore the lodge's 11 km of walking, biking and riding trails that wind through varied scenery. Over 360 bird species have been recorded in the lodge surrounds. It's easy to while away time watching the hummingbirds dart from flower to flower and see the butterflies flitting between the colourful blooms. The lodge is surrounded by colourful gardens filled with flowering plants and shrubs which have been carefully chosen to attract birds and wildlife. The dining room has magnificent views of the southern slope of the Arenal Volcano and makes the most of these with floor to ceiling windows which open out onto a wide deck. There are various room types ranging from standard to private villas, but all offer a comfortable stay surrounded by lush tropical gardens, many of the rooms have balconies and verandas where you can sit and enjoy the volcano views. They provide convenient and comfortable accommodation for couples, small groups and families.

The lodge has 48 rooms, suites and villas, all arranged across several buildings, some near the main area and others in more secluded locations. From its hilltop setting there are far-reaching views down to Lake Arenal and across to the volcano, all of this can be admired from the spacious terrace sipping a drink and chatting to fellow guests.
