Arenal · ★★★
Los Lagos Resort
A Comfortable, Family-Friendly Hotel with its Own Crocodile Farm in Arenal
FamiliesMultigenerational groupsAdventure
- Liberia airport (LIR)
- About 3 hours
- San José airport (SJO)
- About 3 hours
Why we book it
A family favourite on 600 acres: 11 hot spring pools of different temperatures, its own crocodile and caiman farm, and lakes to fish in.
Our Costa Rica Specialists
Perfect for
- Families
- Multigenerational groups
- Adventure
Good to know
- The Deluxe Villas Tucán and Colibrí sleep two at most.
- The Standard room sleeps four in two double beds.
Los Lagos Resort, hot springs and lakes at the foot of the volcano
Los Lagos is a big, open resort at the foot of Arenal, with hot spring pools, lakes, gardens and forest trails spread across a huge property. It feels close to the volcano while staying at a safe distance, and it is one of our team's favourites for families, multigenerational groups and anyone who wants plenty to do without leaving the grounds.
Why we choose it
- Hot spring pools for everyone. A whole series of hot spring pools at different temperatures, plus regular pools, keeps grandparents and children happy at the same time.
- Crocodiles and caimans. The resort has its own crocodile and caiman farm, which children ask to see again.
- Lakes to fish in. The lakes that give Los Lagos its name are stocked for fishing, an easy afternoon for anyone who likes a rod.
Rooms and views
Rooms are spread between the main building and the gardens, and many look at the volcano. The Standard room sleeps four in two double beds, and above it are the Superior and Premium Rooms. For families, the Villas sleep up to 8, which makes them a natural choice for a reunion.
Couples should look at the Deluxe Villas Tucán and Colibrí, which sleep two at most and feel more private. Rooms have a TV, a phone, a safe and a hair dryer.
On the property
The hot spring pools sit in tropical gardens with the volcano above them, with regular pools alongside for the children. There is a spa for massages, a restaurant and a shop.
Trails lead into the forest and toward a volcanic forest and an old lava field near the hotel. The resort runs its own canopy tour and horseback rides, and a lookout point on the property gives one of the clearest views of the volcano.
Location and getting there
Los Lagos is on the road between La Fortuna and the volcano, so the town and the national park are both close, and we can arrange any tour in the area from here. Liberia and San José are each about 3 hours away by road. Read more about Arenal Volcano.
Rooms & suites
Our favourite rooms, and why
Superior Room
Premium Room
Villa
Sleeps up to 8
How it compares
Hotels we book in Arenal
From our own hotel records: stars, themes and amenities. Nothing here is a price.
| Los Lagos Resort | Montaña De Fuego Resort | Baldi Resort | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stars | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Natural hot springs | Not listed | Not listed | Yes |
| Volcano setting | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Private jacuzzi in room | Not listed | Yes | Not listed |
| Spa | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Team favourite | Yes | Not listed | Not listed |
| Check availability | See hotel | See hotel |
On the property
What you will find there
Getting there
Where it is
- Liberia airport (LIR): about 3 hours by private transfer
- San José airport (SJO): about 3 hours by private transfer
Your Costa Rican driver waits at arrivals and stops whenever you like on the way: fruit stands, a sloth in a tree, a bathroom.
Questions we get
Los Lagos Resort, answered
Real answers from our team.
Does Los Lagos have hot springs?
Yes. Eight mineral hot spring pools and three cold water pools.
How many people fit in a room?
Standard rooms sleep 4; Superior rooms 4, or up to 6 with bunk beds or a sofa bed; the Villa up to 8.
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Facts checked by our team: 1 November 2026
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