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Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

3.5 star property

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Relax by the serene pool surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and lounge chairs.
Relax on the outdoor terrace with a view of the lush landscape and distant mountain.
Relax in a serene outdoor setting surrounded by lush greenery and a clear sky.
Relax in a spacious bathroom with a large bathtub and a window offering a view of the lush tropical landscape.
Escape to a serene oasis surrounded by lush tropical plants and a tranquil birdbath.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service

Explore the area

Map
1.5 km northwest from Arenal Dam, La Fortuna, Alajuela, 21007
  • Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Arenal Volcano
  • Tabacon Hot Springs
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Villa, 2 Bedrooms

Superior Villa, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 56 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe

Las Casitas

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Suite Upper Deluxe

Suite Upper Deluxe

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Junior Villa, 2 Bedrooms

Junior Villa, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Standard room with Arenal Volcano Views | Terrace/patio

Standard room with Arenal Volcano Views

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

La Fortuna

With a stay at Lost Iguana Resort and Spa in La Fortuna, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park and Lake Arenal. .This family-friendly resort is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Arenal Volcano National Park and 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from Tabacon Hot Springs.
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What's nearby

  • Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Arenal Volcano National Park - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 10 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 21 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Costa Rica Sky Adventures - 21 min drive - 13.2 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Virgita Ristorante - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Ginger Sushi - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪La Saca Restaurant - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Agua Ardiente Pool Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Ti-Cain - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

Family-friendly resort with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools
Lost Iguana Resort and Spa offers 42 shared accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Tempur-Pedic beds feature premium bedding. 26-inch plasma televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. In-room massages, irons/ironing boards, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the resort's full-service spa.
Make yourself at home in one of the 42 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and plasma televisions. Your Tempur-Pedic bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.
Take time to pamper yourself with a visit to the full-service spa. This resort also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Grab a bite at Blue Hibiscus Restaurant, one of the resort's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Meet other guests and eat at the complimentary reception. Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a computer station, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served each morning between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. The resort offers a complimentary manager's reception on select days.
Lost Iguana Resort and Spa has 2 restaurants serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
A complimentary grocery shopping service is offered and room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Blue Hibiscus Restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Heated pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

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

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 2 floors
  • 6 buildings
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2005
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch plasma TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Shared accommodation
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for CRC 9000.0 per night

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: CRC 99000 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: CRC 99000 (one-way)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: CRC 9000.0 per night

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 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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Iguana Resort
Lost Iguana
Lost Iguana Arenal
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Hotel Lost Iguana
Lost Iguana Resort & Spa Costa Rica/Arenal Volcano National Park
Lost Iguana Resort And Spa
Lost Iguana Resort La Fortuna
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Lost Iguana Resort and Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 792 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1004 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shahid

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved Lost Iguana! This is our second trip to Costa Rica and our first to the Arenal Volcano area. The hotel grounds were lovely and very close to the Hanging Bridges. We booked a full day tour (bridges, volcano, waterfall) and spent the other two days hanging out at the pool/pool bar. We ate at the hotel restaurant for most of our meals and thought it was good and the price was reasonable. The breakfast buffet was also great. The hotel trail was also great (takes about 45 minutes). Be prepared to walk a lot of hilly terrain!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is gorgeous, and very tastefully designed nestled into the jungle with amazing views.

8/10 Good

Sara

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved being in the jungle and this resort definitely felt like we were one with nature!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Arenal Location

Wonderful location for a family stay around Arenal volcano. Extremely nice staff and just far enough off the beaten path to avoid crowds while still being close to it all.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Regina Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly, Louisville

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from our room was stunning. We sat in comfortable rocking chairs with beautiful flowers in the foreground and the volcano in the background.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellence
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Farshid

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel facing the mountain. The pictures do not do justice to this property. It also has a hot pool which makes you not want to go the other hot springs.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gopinath

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone in the property was very friendly. Love the place but just be prepared for bugs! 🙂 Guess that’s everywhere in La Fortuna.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

brooke

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing setting and great location

This was one of our favorite hotels as we traveled through Costa Rica. The view from the room was incredible of the Arenal volcano and it was set in the rainforest. We woke up to seeing toucans flying around not far from our balcony. The location was a perfect for all of our activities of La fortuna. We would love to stay here again in the future if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property and everything around it was absolutely gorgeous and well kept. I’ve never seen a more friendly and willing to help staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful grounds! So peaceful

We had an amazing time here!! Grounds were beautiful, restaurant and pool were both great. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The jungle trail on the property is wonderful. A definite bonus. Breakfast was very good. Great way to begin the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie, Manhasset

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025