Essential Facilities: Blackout Hostel in Fortuna offers a sun terrace, garden, and free WiFi. Guests can enjoy the outdoor seating area, picnic spots, and free on-site parking.
Comfortable Accommodations: The hostel features private bathrooms with showers, electric kettles, and tea and coffee makers. Each room includes a dining area and a private entrance, ensuring a pleasant stay.
Breakfast and Dining: An à la carte breakfast is served with local specialities, providing a hearty start to the day. The dining area and outdoor seating areas offer comfortable spaces for meals.
Local Attractions: Located 10 km from Fortuna Airport, the hostel is close to La Fortuna Waterfall (4.4 km), Kalambu Hot Springs (5 km), and Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park (21 km). Other attractions include Venado Caves and Ecoglide Arenal Park.
“The owner Lena (I may be misspelling her name) was super nice, and the vibe of the hostel made it very easy to meet new people!”
Sebastian
Germany
“Great host that will happily provide you lots of information on things to do. A short walk from the center and El Salto swimming hole. Supermarket and panaderia are nearby. I enjoyed my stay.”
James
United Kingdom
“The Host Lena was very nice and helpful and her wee moggy Chico was lovely ! 😁”
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Bram
Netherlands
“The owner was really friendly and frequently available if I had any questions. They could advise me of some less touristic things to do.
The location was a little bit out of the centre but easy to walk to there.
Nice garden in front of the...”
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Thomas
Denmark
“Very nice and helpfull people, always with a smile.”
Wynand
New Zealand
“This us a new, work in progress little hostel, with wonderful helpful staff and a super cute kitten who loves to play. Great stay!”
Corinne
Canada
“We had an absolutely amazing time at Blackout Hostel. Most notably, the location and the staff/people. Just a couple minutes walk to the city center with nice restaurants, bakeries, and shops. Also about 10-15 minutes walk to this spectacular...”
Barbara
United States
“The breakfast was first rate and affordable. So glad I did not have to leave the hostel for a meal. The tours I arranged through Lena. She took the time to ask what my interests were and made it happen. I went on a coffee and chocolate tour,...”
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Patricia
Costa Rica
“Lena the owner was very warm and accommodating- the staff very friendly and it was a great value for the money. The rooftop was peaceful overlooking the volcano for morning coffee . They offer tours ,Tony was very knowledgeable of the area and we...”
Sandra
United States
“Lena and Tony were excellent hosts and extremely helpful with picking excursions. The place was in a great location and after receiving a fan in the room the temperature was good too.”
Property surroundings
House rules
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Check-in
From 15:00 to 18:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
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