XILOE LODGE

Absolutely loved my stay here. Had the best birthday ever. Staff were amazing and armando was brilliant .. went on a sloth tour and saw lots of animals. He also took us on a free tour around the hotel grounds where we saw all sorts of wildlife we never would have spotted on our own. 10/10

Great location. Great view. Free breakfast. Within walking distance to shops/restaurants.

Luis hooked us up with a horse tour/hot springs at a great price. He has more tours we will probably take.

We stayed two nights at Hotel Arenal Xilopalo so we could explore La Fortuna. The hotel is very close to town but also tucked away from the noise. The property is nice, cool area for bird watching. The staff was friendly and we didn’t have any issues with our room at all. We didn’t hang out in the common area but it’s a cool set up. They have a sitting area, pool and small pool table. We didn’t eat breakfast here but they have a view of Arenal and put out fruit for the birds for the guests to enjoy and watch. Quick checkin and even quicker checkout. I would definitely stay here again if we go back to La Fortuna.

We stayed two nights at the property and would not hesitate to go back next time we are in La Fortuna.

We got to stay in new rooms that had just been completed and they were immaculate, and had private balconies that faced Arenal and offered great views.

The breakfast was good and the bird watching while eating was worth a trip to the hotel all on its own.

Armando (the owner) took us on a night walk through the property's grounds and with flashlights, showed us frogs, lizards and birds we had only seen in zoos while visiting Costa Rica. He is a photographer himself and held lights on the various animals to ensure I could get good photos. I was able to get a great photo of a red eyed tree frog.

Angela (the owner) brought us freshly cut pineapple in the morning to our room, and one evening offered us delicious cake. She was very friendly and helpful and great to talk with. She suggested another stop on our way to Poas Volcano that would be good for seeing birds. It was a perfect recommendation, as we were able to get some amazing photos of hummingbirds and Toucans.

We travel often, and very seldomly do we get to meet such genuine, friendly and hospitable hosts.

We cannot recommend a stay at their hotel enough.

The experience and location was great. Make sure you make and drink the coffee in the room; it’s delicious. I would definitely stay here again. Armando was wonderful and extremely accommodating.