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Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails vs Hotel Mono Azul
Both Hotel Mono Azul and Arenal Observatory Lodge & Spa are praised by writers. On balance, Arenal Observatory Lodge & Spa is preferred by most writers compared to Hotel Mono Azul. Arenal Observatory Lodge & Spa scores 74 with praise from 2 reviews including Afar Magazine, Lonely Planet.
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
Afar Magazine
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
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23 km west from La Fortuna town, Main road to Arenal National Park, La Fortuna de San Carlos, Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica
From $147 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Afar Magazine
"Within the grounds of the Arenal Observatory Lodge in Costa Rica, there are several paths of varying length that can be walked."
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Fodor's
"These cozy, comfortable, and simple rooms allow you to sleep as close as anyone should to a volcano—it's a mere 2¾ km (1¾ miles) away, and stellar views and outdoor activities are what the place is all about."
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Travel + Leisure
"Close enough to Arenal Volcano for visitors to hear and feel the nearly constant rumbling, this observatory (on a hillside just over a mile from the peak) gets excellent views of the eruptions."
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Lonely Planet
"Rooms range from La Casona’s rustic doubles with shared bathrooms and views from the porch, to plus junior suites, with king-size beds, local art and huge picture windows framing the volcano."
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Frommer's
"The views from the rooms, restaurant, and common areas are simply spectacular. The main dining room features a massive wall of glass, with a V-shaped peak that perfectly frames the volcano."
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Hotel Mono Azul
Lonely Planet
On The Road To Manuel Antonio National Park, Easy to Access!, Quepos, Costa Rica
From $70 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Pool
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The Mono Azul is decent value and a good family option – nestled in a tropical garden and decorated throughout in a rainforest theme, rooms are arranged around three pools."
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