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Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails vs Playa Negra Guesthouse
Playa Negra Guesthouse and Arenal Observatory Lodge & Spa are both recommended by those who travel for a living. Overall, Playa Negra Guesthouse scores slightly higher than Arenal Observatory Lodge & Spa. Playa Negra Guesthouse scores 76 with praise from 1 publications such as Lonely Planet.
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
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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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Playa Negra Guesthouse
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100 metre north of the football field,, Playa Negra, Cahuita Apartado 27-70403, Costa Rica
From $70 /night
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Pool
- Family Friendly
- Free Parking
Fodor's
"This gracious, Québécois-owned lodging set in lush, hibiscus-strewn gardens has become a Cahuita favorite."
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Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Owned by a delightful couple, this meticulously maintained place offers four charming rooms in a Caribbean-style plantation house, complemented by three kitchen-equipped storybook cottages."
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