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Arenal River Place

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
7 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms, 4 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 6

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 7

Toilet

Bathroom 8

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Arenal River Place

Along with an outdoor pool, this villa has laundry facilities and a garden. Other amenities include barbecues. The villa has 7 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a balcony. Guests can enjoy a private pool, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven. Housekeeping is available on request.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this villa offers private pools and a safe. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

This La Fortuna villa provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the villa include an outdoor pool.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Property # 11433528
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

La Fortuna

La Fortuna is home to this villa. Baldi Hot Springs and Los Lagos 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 Arenal Adventure World and Puentes Colgantes del Arenal.
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La Fortuna, Provincia de Alajuela

What's nearby

  • Arenal Adventure World - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • El Salto Fortuna River - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • La Fortuna Park - 7 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 8 min drive - 2.9 km
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 16 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tayakiry Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Harmony Food Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tierra Mía - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Soda y Restaurante Víquez - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hunters & Gatherers - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Arenal River Place have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Arenal River Place?

As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Arenal River Place on 9 Aug 2026 start from AU$587, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Arenal River Place pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Arenal River Place?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Arenal River Place?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Arenal River Place?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Arenal River Place located?

This family-friendly La Fortuna villa is within a 10-minute walk of Arenal Adventure World and El Salto Fortuna River. Puentes Colgantes del Arenal and La Fortuna Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

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9.0/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tenell D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The space was great for our large family. We especially enjoyed the pool. The host responded quickly to our few questions. Location was good for all the activities we had planned.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Feb 2026
Muchísimas gracias por su comentario tan positivo. Nos alegra enormemente saber que la casa fue ideal para su familia y que pudieron disfrutar especialmente de la piscina 😊 Es un placer saber que la ubicación facilitó todas las actividades que tenían planeadas y que nuestra atención fue útil durante su estancia. Siempre intentamos que nuestros huéspedes se sientan cómodos y bien acompañados. Ha sido un verdadero gusto recibirles, y estaremos encantados de darles la bienvenida nuevamente en el futuro.
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10/10 Excellent

Yvette B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely an immaculate place. Location, the cleanliness, the whole outdoor closeness to the river . Hearing the nearby animals at night. The sound of the river. The rain falling on the roof of our rooms. Everything was exceptional. The Host was perfect! Her communication was outstanding. Perfect for group of family and or friends. We celebrated with a private chef dinner right on site! Swimming pool was relaxing after a long day of excursions. Would recommend to everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Roan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Property and amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved every minute of our stay. The house seems like a wonderful tree house next to a beautiful river. We liked the casual vibe. The kids loved the pool and all the wildlife. The location was very convenient, yet very peaceful. Perhaps the best part was Rebeca. She couldn’t have been more gracious and patient. If we are lucky enough to come back to La Fortuna, we will stay at this house again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan 2026
Thank you for your comment, I was delighted to have you stay at my house.
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8/10 Good

Alexis G.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very very cool house. A little difficult to navigate finding the house (originally sent wrong address) and finding the keys for the rooms (each bedroom has an individual key). Host was able to answer all questions promptly.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Feb 2026
Muchas gracias por tu comentario y por tus palabras sobre la casa. Nos alegra mucho saber que la disfrutaron y que pudimos ayudarles rápidamente cuando lo necesitaron 😊 Sentimos que la llegada haya resultado un poco confusa. En las instrucciones enviadas incluimos la dirección correcta y una guía detallada con imágenes paso a paso, donde también se indica claramente la ubicación de las llaves individuales de cada habitación. Aun así, entendemos que después de un viaje pueden surgir dudas, y por eso siempre estamos disponibles para acompañarles en todo momento. Agradecemos sinceramente sus comentarios, ya que nos permiten seguir mejorando la experiencia de nuestros huéspedes. Será un placer recibirles nuevamente en el futuro.
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10/10 Excellent

Stacy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is even bigger than the pictures make it look! The kitchen and bar are on the first floor. Plus, the river flows right along the property, just a few steps away, which makes for some amazing, peaceful sleeping with the sounds of the river and nature.We were so happy to have a washer and dryer, especially since we ended up doing laundry every day.The directions the host sent were spot-on. They were easy to follow and helped us get the keys quickly. We use Google Maps to find the place.The showers were huge, with great water pressure and hot water.The property was in a fantastic spot. It was far enough from town that we felt like we were in the country, living in a treehouse, but close enough that we didn’t have to worry about driving back if we forgot something.The host was super responsive if we had any questions or concerns.I’d definitely stay here again if we ever come back to La Fortuna.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kate G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely stunning place!

We loved our stay at Arenal River Place. The house is amazing. The pictures don't do it justice. The river provides a tranquil sound bath the whole time. The pool was delightful and a great size. Three nights was too short.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Feb 2026
Me alegra muchísimo leer tu reseña 😊. Saber que disfrutaron del sonido relajante del río y de la piscina me hace muy feliz, porque justamente eso es lo que más me gusta de Arenal River Place: poder ofrecer un lugar donde uno realmente se desconecta y se relaja. ¡Qué rápido pasan tres noches! Me encantaría que puedan regresar y disfrutar con más calma de cada rincón de la casa y del entorno. Gracias de corazón por elegirnos y por compartir tu experiencia, significa mucho para mí.
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical stay in the rainforest

The house was amazing, way better than what it looks like online. The hosts were very accommodating and took really good care of all of our needs. The location is great, really close to everything you would want to see in the area but very private. It was the perfect home for our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Feb 2026
Muchas gracias por compartir tu experiencia Deborah. Nos alegra muchísimo saber que la casa superó sus expectativas y que su familia pudo disfrutar de un espacio cómodo, privado y seguro. La propiedad está cuidadosamente mantenida, con atención a cada detalle, y su ubicación permite explorar fácilmente la zona sin renunciar a tranquilidad y privacidad. Nuestros huéspedes suelen destacar la seguridad, el confort y la amplitud de la casa, así como la posibilidad de relajarse completamente mientras disfrutan del entorno. Nos encantaría darles la bienvenida nuevamente para que puedan vivir otra estancia memorable en Arenal River Place.
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10/10 Excellent

Roan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful secluded spot in one of loveliest areas of MI! The property has been recently renovated and has a complete array of well thought out amenities. The pictures don’t do justice to the kitchen. Although it’s not large it’s very functional and a pleasure to work in. The hosts have provided a thorough guide to fill you in on all the local restaurants and attractions. There is no AC but in our years of experience vacationing in Benzie Co. the fans provided would keep the place comfortable in the warmest times of the year.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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4/10 Poor

Steve L.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would not recommend. Property in disrepair - we had the toilet fixed three times and were only there 6 nights. Property was dirty and didn't want to use the kitchen. Trash never removed or anyplace to put it. Master bedroom had no furniture, so you put everything on the floor. Property is shared by others and felt unsafe; because the gate was always unlocked in a challenging neighborhood. This property is basically a campsite with an adjoining farm; so you get the sounds and smell of the farm throughout the day. Not someplace you want to take your wife/family - especially for the price.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2025
The property is rented to a single guest, so it is not shared, all rooms have bedside tables, lamps and closet, I do not know why you lie saying that the rooms have no furniture, although they were 4 people, they had at their disposal 4 bathrooms, if one of them gave problems there were others that they could use, the problem was in the internal part of the toilet, every time you indicated me it was immediately sent to repair, I find it very unfair to lie in your review only in order to damage an accommodation, I do not recommend this guest to any host as it can lie about the accommodation.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Whitney S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow!! This is the coolest vrbo I've ever stayed at! It's like having a hotel/compound entirely to yourself! When you're in the common areas, you feel a bit like you're in a treehouse with all the foliage around. The rooms were all spacious with good A/C. We loved the sweet animals on the property as well :) This place is an exceptional value as well -- I would recommend it to any group!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

cristi h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, easy to get to our tours. Rebecca communicates right away and helped up with whatever arrangements we needed. House was fun for our group of 10 family members, together space but private space too. Huge benefit to have a washer/dryer as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth T.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Linda L.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Feb 2026
No los recomiéndo
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

About the host

Hosted by Rebeca Riggioni Chaves

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