Costa Rica has many amazing places to stay at. The country is filled with nature, great views, and good people. However, choosing where to stay is also an important part of the whole experience. This is the reason why I am sharing with you one of the best affordable hostels in Costa Rica to stay in when visiting La Fortuna! This hostel is great for everyone in general. To be more specific travelers that want to rest for a couple of days after days full of adventures. Couples, solo travelers who want to meet new people, groups of friends who want to socialize, and create new friendships. Travelers that are passionate about wellness, adventure, and nature.
I spent a couple of days in “Selina La Fortuna Hostel” and it was just what I needed. I have stayed at several different hostels around the world. In my opinion, this hostel in Costa Rica understands what a traveler really needs and wants. Don’t get me wrong, there are other more affordable hostels in Costa Rica to stay at than Selina La Fortuna. However, for me everything is about the “vibe”, feeling safe, having a great experience, and of course how much I am willing to pay for it.
In addition, Selina Hostel in La Fortuna Costa Rica is considered a sustainable property. It has good reviews from other visitors and it has great amenities & facilities in place. Keep on reading to find out why this Selina Hostel is not like any other hostels in Costa Rica and why this place is exactly where you need to stay during your trip to La Fortuna Costa Rica.
Hostel in Costa Rica – La Fortuna
Firstly, let’s talk about some important and basic information about this hostel in Costa Rica. This hostel has an excellent location. It is located in La Fortuna, Costa Rica, Province of Alajuela. It is close to some important attractions such as the Arenal Volcano National Park, Fortuna Waterfall, Arenal Volcano, El Salto (Rope Swing), several Hot Springs, and others.
Secondly, it has different types of accommodation options and with this also comes flexibility concerning affordability. The different types of accommodations are:
- Teepee Tent
- Small Room – Shared Bathroom
- Standard Room
- Deluxe Room
- Private 4 Beds Room
- Family Room
- Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
- Bed in a 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
The number of guests, the season, and your personalized choices such as breakfast, non-refundable and private rooms have an impact on the prices of the accommodation types of your choice.
A Hostel in Costa Rica like no other
Thirdly, the reason for choosing to stay at this hostel in Costa Rica is related to its facilities and amenities. The most popular facilities are:
- Free Airport Shuttle
- Free WiFi
- Free Parking
- Restaurant & Bar
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
Next, now the real reasons to stay at this hostel if you are a Nature lover, Backpacker, Eco-Tourist, or just a Passionate Traveler are:
- Outdoor fireplace (They host a Welcome drink for new guests at this location where you can interact with other guests, it’s like a Welcome circle).
- Garden (You can learn new things and sign up for activities related to their garden area).
- Tour desk (They provide different tours such as a walking tour in La Fortuna so you can book directly with them).
- Baggage storage & Lockers
- Shared kitchen
- Bar/Restaurant (Overlooking a river).
- Air conditioning
- Pets are allowed (on request).
- Daily housekeeping & Laundry (additional charge for laundry).
- English & Spanish Speaking Staff
- Business Facilities (Coworking space for guests at additional charge/free).
- Yoga & Meditation classes (Free & additional charge)
- Massage (additional charge)
- Other: Movie Night, Treasure Hunt, Do It Yourself Themes, Aerial Silks, Theme dinners, Happy Hour, Morning Walks/Activities, and others.
Furthermore, the disadvantages of staying here are that the prices at the bar/restaurant might be considered a bit overpriced, might not be considered a very authentic place, might offer overpriced tours, and might be a bit crowded at certain seasons.
Eco-Friendly stay
Continuously, as mentioned before this hostel in Costa Rica is considered a Sustainable Property. According to Booking.com this hostel in Costa Rica has a Sustainable Level 1. This means that this hostel is taking several steps to make your stay more sustainable. These steps involve areas and topics such as Waste, Water, Nature, Destination & Community, and Energy & Greenhouse gases. In addition, examples of these steps are to provide guests with information about local ecosystems, history, culture, and visitor etiquette. Tours and activities provided are organized by local guides and businesses. Green spaces like gardens are available at the property. Wild animals are not displayed or interacted with while at the property. Besides, if you would like more information or details about this I refer you to the Booking.com website – Click Here.
How much does this hostel cost?
Moreover, two of the most important questions to answer are “How much does it cost and Where to find it to book it ?” This Selina hostel in Costa Rica can be booked through different platforms such as Booking.com, Hostelworld, Selina’s website, Expedia, Kayak, Tripadvisor, Trip.com and others. Each platform shows a different price for different travel dates, discounts and different possibilities. However, the price for this Selina hostel in La Fortuna goes as low as $43 and as high as $109. Prices may vary. If you find that this information has been useful to you so far please give us your support when booking using one of these platforms: Expedia, Hotels.com or Trip.com. No additional cost will apply to you when booking through these links.
If you haven’t book your flights yet to Costa Rica its recommended to plan any trip to this country or any country at least 3 months before your visit. Getting a car to explore the whole country is recommended as it will allow you to visit every corner of the country and be as flexible as possible.
Lastly, remember that the whole point of your trip is to enjoy, relax, experience new things, meet new people, explore hidden spots, discover more about yourself, and learn about the country and its people. I wish I could go back to this hostel but until then Enjoy on my Behalf!
Pura Vida Viajeros!
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I enjoyed your wrting style, very easy to read and kept me enganged whike learning about this wonderful hostel.
This looks like a great place for my next trip to Costa Rica, pura vida Melissa!!!
Hi Christopher, thank you so much! I am glad you could find a nice eco-stay to stay at during your future trip to Costa Rica!