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Reviews of Villas Paradise Arenal Volcano Lake View

El Fósforo-El Castillo, 21007 El Castillo de La Fortuna, Costa Rica

#3 of 10 hotels in El Castillo de La Fortuna

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Review score

Based on 86 B&B reviews

8.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.8

  • Comfort

    8.9

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    8.8

  • Free WiFi

    8.7

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  • Reviewed: 21 June 2025

    9.0
    The staff is amazing! We arrived on my son’s birthday (and mine the following day), and they surprised us with a slice o
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only downside was the shower — the water leaked through the door due to poor sealing, leaving the floor wet.

    The place is very neat and comfortable, with a beautiful view of the volcano — either from your room or from a small, cozy balcony. We visited during rainy weather, and the hotel kindly provided umbrellas, which was very convenient. Overall, a great stay and very good value for the money. Would happily come back!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 June 2025

    9.0
    I would stay there again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Quadruple Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night

    wonderful views of the volcano, right on the shore of Lake Arenal

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 May 2025

    9.0
    spectacular view on volcanoe
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Quadruple Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The property is quite 'far out', and a car is necessary. Even with a car, it takes some time to get to aces like 'Fortona'. Also, considering the room has a kitchen, basic things like salt and cooking oil would have been appreciated. None of these are present, and you will have to acquire these yourself

    The view on the volcanoe is spectacular. The room is large, and well equiped The breakfast is good as well

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Good customer service and excellent location for family vacation

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Quadruple Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The view and the kindness of the staff

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    You are in nature

    Excellent view

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2025

    9.0
    Hidden gem right on the lake
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Great location next to the lake and a short distance from the Arenal Volcano National Park. Our room had a balcony with a fantastic view of the volcano and lake. The breakfast was very good, and we also ate dinner at the restaurant. Dinner was a little pricey, but the food was very good.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shower head was in bad condition, but it wasn't a big deal

    So worth the drive away from the town! Best view from our villa #3 and best restaurant view too. Huge balcony, quiet and relaxing. We slept on open sliding doors every night listing to birds.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2025

    8.0
    Lovely stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Quadruple Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We were very unlucky with the weather - but i believe this stay would be magical with lovely weather. Surroundings were great tho & breakfast aswell!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2025

    10
    An awesome view and a great stay for a teenage daughter and mom during spring break
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The shower was a lukewarm but not not uncomfortably cold. Not really a dislike but it was about a 30 minute drive to the activities we had booked in La Fortuna - it was totally worth the views and peacefulness. Everything else was great; no complaints.

    My teenage daughter and I stayed here for 3 nights. They were great with communication and accommodating a later than expected check-in due to issues with our flight. The breakfasts were very good, especially the coffee. The view was incredible. The property was serene and there was very little noise except for some renovations that were being done in the morning. There was plenty of parking available. We didn't eat dinner here but they seemed to have very good hours for guests. The air conditioning worked great. It was very hot while we were there in March.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 March 2025

    10
    Excellent! Strongly recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It’s not about the property. If public transportation (bus service) are more frequently, at least twice or three times a day, it’s more easier to access to the property, we think.

    Everything was perfect! The view from the room was magnificent, and it’s clean and spacious room was good to be relaxing. the atmosphere was tranquil and peaceful, and we could enjoy the beauty of nature. All the staff were friendly, especially Ms Daniela, the reservation manager & receptionist, was so kind and gave us full of assistance for our stay. Thank you, Daniela! The breakfast and dinner were very tasty. Strongly recommend for everyone. We definitely want to stay again if we come back to Costa Rica.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Quadruple Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Everything was wonderful. The view was amazing, the staff was phenomenal, and our overall experience was exceptional.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2025

    10
    A beautiful villa with a once in a lifetime volcano view.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room has tea and coffee but could have a little more. Just the basics like some simple snacks. However this is nit picking at a perfect perfect villa.

    The view from the property is absolutely stunning and out of this world. The restaurant also has amazing views and the privacy of the villa is great. We spent a lot of time just sitting on the porch as it was so beautiful.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Quadruple Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    internet was off and on but as it was pretty remote area I think that is expected.

    The location is about 30 min from La Fortuna and a not a lot of amenities other than a couple restaurants but that was what we were looking for. The view from the room of the volcano and lake was lovely. It had a simple little kitchenette area. The fridge was not on and so had to clean up a bunch of water where it had defrosted and wait for it to get cold again but then worked fine. The washroom had a recent upgrade but the door did need to be taken off and cut down as it scrapped against the floor every time you tried to open or close. It was exactly what we were expecting and for the price I thought it was an amazing deal. The complimentary breakfast at the hotel was a nice start to the day. We would absolutely stay there again.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 March 2025

    9.0
    Great accomodation with views to die for
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room could have been a little cleaner. A bit dusty under the beds.

    Fantastic location with stunning views of Arenal volcano and lake. Good WiFi and a comfortable room. Staff were friendly and helpful. On site restaurant was also top notch. Ample parking.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2025

    8.0
    Terrific location and outlook and lovely room but disappointing restaurant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Quadruple Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    We would have liked proper chairs inside the room and not just the stools and the outdoor chairs on the balcony. Oddly, the bed had no mattress protector undersheet. In contrast to the room and reception, we were very unimpressed by the on-site restaurant. There are only a handful of chalets so it's understandable there is no buffet breakfast but the very basic choice of yoghurt and granola or an unexciting gallo pinto plus a glass of juice and coffee left us feeling shortchanged. Service in the restaurant (which was quite modern with a terrific outlook) both morning and evening was just adequate and the food was overpriced.

    Stunning, peaceful hillside location with magnificent view, abundant birdlife and flowers in the garden, away from the grockley bustle of La Fortuna but close enough to all the activities around Arenal. Friendly reception. The room was clean and the large balcony was a real bonus in the hot weather; the small kitchenette was also useful. Large en-suite bathroom. Overall, it offered good value for money in this tourist hotspot.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 February 2025

    9.0
    Great price for a great stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Villa
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The room itself is good nothing spectacular.

    The staff are incredibly kind and the view is outstanding. Every photo you've seen of the property is 100% true. While a little off the beaten path, its location is amazing. Plus the restaurant on site is outstanding. We had several great meals.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 January 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful retreat for two!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Quadruple Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing view in a quiet serene setting. Large room with deck. Excellent restaurant with great server, Orlando.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 January 2025

    10
    Amazing views. Awesome watching hummingbirds while looking over the lake.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great views, great restaurant, easy to get to.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 December 2024

    10
    Picture perfect location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Idyllic position. Simple but delightful rooms with the most amazing incredible views of Arenal ( lake & volcano) . Delicious coffee, breakfast and supper. stayed for 3 nights which was just enough ( 2 would have been too short as so much to do in the area) .

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 October 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Villa
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great view of volcano and lots of song birds right outside our door due to the attractant flowers

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 October 2024

    9.0
    Best View and Stay Near Arenal
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Quadruple Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We loved our stay here! We absolutely enjoyed that it was located a little off the beaten path.— 13 minute drive to the Arenal park. We loved the backroads and all the rivers crossed to get there. Very manageable and enjoyable! The restaurant was lovely and the staff was kind and helpful! The views of Arenal Volcano and the lake were unmatched. We felt like we found an absolute hidden gem by staying here. The little cabins were cute and cozy with phenomenal views of the volcano, flowers and hummingbirds, etc. around! We were also in walking distance to rent paddle boards, kayaks, etc! An absolute treat to stay here and we would recommend it to everyone!

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 September 2024

    10
    Super location with breathtaking views
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Quadruple Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice bungalows, comfy beds, nice A/C and fan to cool down a little bit. The lake and volcano view is absolutely amazing and the colors at sunset are breathtaking. The ratio (in September) is perfect and the included breakfast was yummy (you get the breakfast in the restaurant "Fusion Arenal") which is part of the property. In El Castillo and around you can find two small supermarkets, several restaurants and just steps away from the bungalow you will find different offers of watersport activities. There is no cooking option/stove or cooking equipment in the bungalows "kitchen". You will find a small fridge, some plates, cutlery, glasses, cups, filter coffee machine and a microwave. We loved every single moment of our stay here and we will definetely come back!

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Quadruple Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The view from our room was just amazing!!!! Do not hesitate to book here if you’re looking for a place more in the nature and not full of tourists. You wake up to the birds. The room was huge, very well equipped. Ask the reception for the taxi drivers number Adan. He was great too! The food in ghettos restaurant is delicious.

    Stayed in May 2024

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