Hotel Nepenthe B&B is located 2.5 mi from the Arenal Volcano National Park and 1.9 mi from the Arenal Lake. It features a hot tub, sun terrace with swimming pool, spa treatments and free breakfast. The accommodations at this B&B offer a ceiling fan, coffee maker, fridge and a terrace with views of the extensive garden. The studios also feature a kitchenette with dining area, microwave, stove and kitchenware, and free Wi-Fi is available in all areas. Guests at Hotel Nepenthe B&B can enjoy fresh local dishes for dinner at the Tres Cabras Restaurant. They will find other options 5 minutes’ drive from the property. Hotel Nepenthe B&B offers free private parking. Activities such as horseback riding, sky trek tours and visits to hot springs 30 minutes’ drive away, can be arranged as well. This B&B is 40 minutes’ drive from La Fortuna Bus Station and 1 hour’s drive from La Fortuna Waterfalls. The Daniel Oduber International Airport is a 2 hours and 40 minutes’ drive away. On behalf of the Owners and the entire staff, we wish to welcome you to Nepenthe B&B and The Phenix Restaurant at Nepenthe. It is our desire that your stay with us will be the most enjoyable during your visit in the "Pura Vida" country. Located a half-hour from the lively town of La Fortuna in a small but beautiful village called El Castillo; we offer a private and tranquil atmosphere with the best view of the lake arenal and volcano surrounded by exuberant tropical forest and wildlife. You can be resting in a hammock enjoying the spectacular views from the hotel or organize with us some activities in the area; from quiet walks to pure adrenaline in the papids and zip lines. Welcome to Nepenthe the place of no sorrow.!

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast Info

Continental, American, Breakfast to go

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Samuel
United States United States
The views from this location is grand. I love how clean and well kept the landscape is. The only thing you have to keep in mind is the drive up it is very bumpy make sure you have a suv or a truck. I had a flat tire going up 😟 luckly the manager...
Julia
United States United States
The food at the Phoenix restaurant was outstanding. I also enjoyed conversing with the waiter/cook. The views were great and there were loads of wild birds. The location was close to some wonderful destinations such as the butterfly conservatory...
Ronald
Canada Canada
The views from the rooms (we had 3 different ones) were breathtaking. Near the pool area rooms you could see fireflies and a panoramic view of the entire valley and lake. Breakfast good, choices, well done and quick. Pleasant surroundings in the...
Deborah
United States United States
Even before our arrival the staff was tremendously helpful arranging transportation from Liberia airport to the hotel in private car for the two hour trip. Jose and Joel helped us arrange all the reservations for activities that we wanted to do,...
Duncan
Canada Canada
The staff, meals and location were fantastic. Beautiful views over the lake and the restaurant was lovely.
Vanja
France France
The place was beautiful. Location as a wonderful view on the lake
Clare
United States United States
Absolutely loved the view, the pool, the resturaunt, the staff (both at the hotel and resturaunt), the paid laundry service, and the size of the rooms! We had 10 people book this place for our stay, and we all agreed it was our favorite...
Vidya
Canada Canada
Loved the view! Would ask if the roads can be made better to reach the Hotel. We also really liked the Phoenix restaurant!
Yuliia
Canada Canada
Absolutely lovely location near volcano and views are stunning 😍 Falling asleep with the sounds of the forest, then waking up at dawn to hear thousands of birds and watch the sunrise near volcano. The best experience of my trip to Costa Rica!...
Franziska
Switzerland Switzerland
We stayed at Hotel Nepenthe for three nights and it was really great. The staff is very helpful and friendly and the view is amazing. If it is not cloudy, you can s ee Arenal and you get beautiful sunsets. The rooms are small and basic, but...

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Phoenix Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    Latin American
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian

Amenities of Hotel Nepenthe B&B

Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

House rules

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Check-in
From 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 8:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that accessing the property requires a 4WD vehicle.

Reception is open every day from 09:00 to 16:00

Quiet hours are between 20:00:00 and 08:00:00.

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