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Ricky; relaxing at the Arenal Springs Resortbar and lounge at the Arenal Springs Resortpoolside at the Arenal Springs Resorthot springs at the Arenal Springs Resortjunior suite at the Arenal Springs ResortNikki; enjoying the yoga deck at the Arenal Springs Resort
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There’s a lot to love about the sprawling, family-friendly Arenal Springs Resort & Spa (not to be confused with The Springs Resort & Spa, a similarly named Arenal hotel that’s also easy to love). The warm, inviting junior suites are set in duplexes that are perfect for sharing with travel mates, and each one has a covered front porch with seating and a view of the Arenal Volcano. (The spacious master suite, which has an in-suite thermal-water stone bath, is a splurge-worthy upgrade.) The bathrooms bring natural outdoor elements inside through the use of stone walls, skylights, and tropical plants. We particularly love the private parking spots in front of the duplexes (you’ll love not having to tow your luggage to and from your room), the property’s gardens that draw in a variety of tropical birds, and the resort’s beautiful hot springs, where poolside cabanas invite relaxation, and a swim-up sushi bar saves you from traveling far when hunger strikes. A lovely dining experience is provided in the elegant but casual restaurant; elsewhere on the premises are a spa and an open-air yoga desk, the latter of which you can use at your leisure. Rounding out our always-positive experiences at the resort are the complimentary buffet breakfast and the friendly service that the staff provide; both are above average for superior-quality lodging in the Arenal region. Take note of the resort’s lofty sustainability goals and the many active steps they’re taking to meet them.
Arenal Springs Resort & Spa Photos
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For more information about the Arenal Springs Resort, including room types, room pricing, reservation availability, and the resort’s sustainability practices, please see the resort’s website.
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Staying At The Arenal Springs Resort—Photos And Brief (5-Minute Read): La Fortuna, Costa Rica
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We describe the most memorable aspects of the Arenal Springs Resort & Spa in La Fortuna, Costa Rica, plus share photos from our visits.
Beautiful gallery. Friends of ours who honeymooned in Costa Rica just absolutely adored their time, and what a gorgeous photo-essay you put to show why.
Jess Renard –
Thank you so much for your kind comment (compliment!)! The Arenal Springs Resort & Spa is a great place for honeymooners – so beautiful and peaceful. All the best to you throughout 2013!
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reocochran –
🙂 Thanks so much! It’s true what they say… a photo is worth a 1000 words, so hopefully the ‘photo journal’ above fills in any blanks we left out in the blog post text. Best wishes to you over at witlessdatingafterfifty!
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We spent one night here and really enjoyed the thermal springs pools. My mother and brother thoroughly enjoyed their massages and took advantage of special pricing choices. The rooms were very clean and comfortable. I had requested close rooms since mom is 83. The distances to walk were not far and if we had wanted a golf cart to pick us up that was available. For all of the fresh vegetables, fruit and seafood available, the restaurant was somewhat of a disappointment and frankly overpriced for many items. Breakfast, included was very good and the omelet station was a nice touch. All of the staff was friendly and helpful.
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