The Arenal Observatory Lodge is situated 2 km southeast of the Arenal Volcano. From El Tabacon a hot spring recreational area 10 km outside of La Fortuna, continue for another 4 km until you reach a turn off at the base of the volcano. This gravel road takes you up to the Observatory Lodge; follow the signs about 9 km crossing a small river on the way up. A four-wheel drive vehicle is recommended during the rainy season.
Set high on a ridge facing the famous Arenal volcano, surrounded by thousands of acres of incredible rainforest, the Arenal Observatory Lodge offers the adventurous traveller a unique, once-in-lifetime experience.

The observatory offers 24 rooms in two blocks, the Observatory Block features rustic, but comfortable cabins with bunk beds (these were originally used by researchers at the volcano).

Smithsonian Superior rooms: There are 14 Smithsonian room, 9 rooms have one double and one single beds and 5 new rooms with 2 queen size beds and handicaps facilities, each one featured with, private bath with hot water and an excellent, direct view of the volcano with easy chairs in front of a plate glass window that covers the whole wall facing the volcano.

Observatory Superior rooms: There are 4 Observatory Superior rooms with one queen size bed or two single beds, each one featured with, private bath with hot water and an excellent, direct view of the volcano with easy chairs in front of a plate glass window that covers the whole wall facing the volcano.

Hotel Features: Restaurant & bar, Nature walking trails, Conference Room