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

| 8.3 (723 Reviews) |  5 Bathrooms  32 Guests
El Millon Hotel | Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga

Hotel in El Millon, 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 23 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Child Friendly, Designated Smoking Area, Transportation/Shuttle, and several others. This is a 3 star rated property and has over 723 reviews with the average score of 8.3 . 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 23 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this RBO 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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1 Km al Sur de la Escuela del Castillo, El Castillo de La Fortuna, 24796, Costa Rica

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
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Fruit
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Kids' meals
Parking
  • Private Parking
  • Parking on site
  • Free parking
  • Parking
Activities
  • Full-body massage
  • Hiking
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Spa facilities
  • Yoga classes
  • Canoeing
  • Spa
  • Foot massage
  • Steam room
  • Themed dinners
  • Cooking class
  • Fishing
  • Walking tours
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Horseback riding
  • Couples' massage
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Open-air bath
  • Public Bath
  • Turkish/Steam Bath
  • Massage
  • Sauna
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Family rooms
  • Safe
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Non-smoking rooms
Guest Services
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Shuttle service
  • Car rental
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Baggage storage
  • Packed lunches
  • Dry cleaning
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Tour desk
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Airport shuttle
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Wifi
  • Internet
  • Free Wifi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor pool
  • Terrace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Sun deck
Security/Safety
  • Key access
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • First aid kits available
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
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 included in your reservation. reservations made after july 12th 2025*, 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
Alexander
Aug 18, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
Germany
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Super great hotel complex, with a view of the volcano. We could see more animals from our room than on the hike in the national park! The staff were super nice and helpful, the food was awesome and everything was very clean👍
Summary: Clean room with great facilities
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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

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

General

Trash cans, Safe, Tile/Marble floor

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet

View

Lake view, Mountain view

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Quad
Room Size: 22 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Bunk bed Bed

General

Trash cans, Safe, Tile/Marble floor

Bathroom

Shared bathroom, Toilet paper, Shared toilet

View

View

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet

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

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

General

Trash cans, Safe, Tile/Marble floor

Living Area

Desk

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet

View

Lake view, Mountain view

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Triple
Room Size: 18 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

General

Trash cans, Safe, Tile/Marble floor

Bathroom

Shared bathroom, Toilet paper, Shared toilet

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet

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

Trash cans, Safe, Tile/Marble floor

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet

Bathroom

Toilet paper

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Superior Tent
Room Type: Tent
Room Size: 20 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

General

Trash cans, Safe

Living Area

Desk

Bathroom

Shared bathroom, Toilet paper, Shared toilet

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

Terrace

Room Amenities

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

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, 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

Trash cans, Safe

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs
Tent
Room Type: Tent
Room Size: 15 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Bunk bed Bed

General

Trash cans

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 Millon 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 Millon hotel?

Check-in time for El Millon 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 Millon hotel have a swimming pool?

Yes, this El Millon 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 Millon hotel?

Best-rates for the El Millon hotel starts from $40 per night with includes Balcony/Terrace, Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, Entertainment, Pool, View, Oceanfront, Spa, Hot Tub, Internet, Laundry, Parking, Ocean View, Security/Safety, Fireplace/Heating, Guest Services, Child Friendly, Designated Smoking Area, Transportation/Shuttle, Restaurant, Breakfast with all other facilities. RBO matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

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

Based on the information received from our partner, the El Millon 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 Millon hotel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the El Millon 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 Millon hotel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the El Millon hotel are as follows: Free cancellation 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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