Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga | Hotel in El Castillo de La Fortuna

| 8.5 (597 Reviews) |  4 Bathrooms  19 Guests
El Castillo Hotel | Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga

Hotel in El Castillo, El Castillo de La Fortuna

Essence Arenal is an ecological hotel surrounded by Tropical Forest that offers a wellness center to tourists, it is surrounded by gardens and beautiful views of Lake Arenal, the Arenal Volcano and Cerro Chato. Its location is in the Castle, 6.2 mi from the Arenal Volcano National Park and 7.5 miles from the hot springs. It offers accommodations, gardens, trails, volleyball court, organic farm, free parking, WiFi, outdoor pool with water from a spring. Additional services are offered such as Yoga classes, Temazcal, Spa Circuit (jacuzzi, Turkish bath and sauna), Massages, different therapies such as Reiki, Ionic Detox, cooking classes. The cocoa tour, bird tour day and night are also offered. We have our Essence Restaurant that offers vegetarian, vegan or gluten-free breakfasts, à la carte lunches and themed dinners, all created with local products or from the Essence organic farm. Essence has rooms with a wardrobe, tiled floors and a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries. Paid laundry service is available. The reception provides tourist information and is open from 07:00 am to 21:00 pm everyday. If you plan to arrive outside reception hours, you must notify Essence, and they will provide you with the information necessary to do the check-in process. You can do so in the special requests section. Juan Santamaría International Airport is a 3-hours away

Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga is located in El Castillo de La Fortuna.

This 14 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Breakfast, Internet, Laundry, and several others. This is a 3 star rated property and has over 597 reviews with the average score of 8.5 . Coming to El Castillo de La Fortuna and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 14 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this place in El Castillo de La Fortuna. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga in El Castillo de La Fortuna is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hotel, please let us know.

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Amenities

Parking
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Fruit
  • Kids' meals
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Restaurant
  • Special diet meals (on request)
Parking
  • Free parking
  • Parking on site
  • Private Parking
  • Parking
Activities
  • Public Bath
  • Open-air bath
  • Themed dinners
  • Fishing
  • Cooking class
  • Massage
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Sauna
  • Spa facilities
  • Canoeing
  • Foot massage
  • Turkish/Steam Bath
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Spa
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Couples' massage
  • Full-body massage
  • Walking tours
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Yoga classes
  • Steam room
General
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Smoke-free property
  • Safe
  • Family rooms
  • Designated smoking area
Guest Services
  • Airport shuttle
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning
  • Baggage storage
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Car rental
  • Shuttle service
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Packed lunches
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Sun deck
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor pool
  • Picnic area
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Breakfast to-go containers
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • First aid kits available
Spa
  • Swimming pool
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Pool with view

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Breakfast is only included in reservations made from july 12th, 2025 to october 18th, 2025, there is an additional charge to use the spa/wellness centre:, adult: 20 usd, per hour/per day, child: aged 7 – 12 years: 15 usd, per hour/per day, please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.33
Location:
8.8
Staff:
9.24
Facilities:
8.06
Comfort:
8.4
Cleanliness:
8.47
mirian
Apr 9, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   7
United Kingdom
Reviewer Type: Family With Children
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Very nice place in the middle of nature. Really enjoyed yoga!
Negative: In the room you could hear everything from the next door room, there was no privacy and one of the nights we had some neighbour playing music while we were trying to sleep
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Superior Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 18 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Shower, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Toilet

General

Safe, Tile/Marble floor, Trash cans

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet

View

Mountain view, Lake view

Room amenities

Socket near the bed
Superior Quadruple Room
Room Type: Quad
Room Size: 22 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
1 Bunk bed Bed
Superior Quadruple Room

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Shower, Free toiletries, Private bathroom, Toilet

General

Safe, Tile/Marble floor, Trash cans

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet

View

Mountain view, Lake view

Room amenities

Socket near the bed
One-Bedroom House
Room Type: Vacation Home
Room Size: 60 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
1 Bunk bed Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed

General

Safe, Tile/Marble floor, Trash cans

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Living Area

Sofa, Sitting area, Desk

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet

Bathroom

Toilet paper

Room amenities

Socket near the bed
Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 45 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Living Area

Sofa, Sitting area, Desk

General

Trash cans

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs
Two-Bedroom House
Room Type: Vacation Home
Room Size: 90 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed

General

Safe, Trash cans

Living Area

Sofa, Sitting area, Desk

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs
Superior Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 22 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs

FAQ's

Is this El Castillo hotel pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at El Castillo hotel?

Check-in time for El Castillo hotel starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 11:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the El Castillo hotel have a swimming pool?

Yes, this El Castillo hotel has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in El Castillo hotel?

Best-rates for the El Castillo hotel starts from $93 per night with includes Parking, Balcony/Terrace, Restaurant, Guest Services, Ocean View, Oceanfront, Transportation/Shuttle, Security/Safety, Fireplace/Heating, Entertainment, Child Friendly, Hot Tub, Pool, Designated Smoking Area, View, Breakfast, Internet, Laundry, Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, Spa with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is El Castillo hotel a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 3 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the El Castillo hotel wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the El Castillo hotel has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the El Castillo hotel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the El Castillo hotel indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for El Castillo hotel?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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