Title: Socialtel La Fortuna Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Socialtel La Fortuna Mountain tranquility awaits at this peaceful retreat where travelers can relax with books from the on-site library while enjoying good company ## Photo gallery for Socialtel La Fortuna ![Sun deck - Socialtel La Fortuna (La Fortuna)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19240000/19237500/19237432/10e6fb14.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Free WiFi - Socialtel La Fortuna (La Fortuna)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19240000/19237500/19237432/5c4ae3a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Business centre - Socialtel La Fortuna (La Fortuna)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19240000/19237500/19237432/98da8290.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Socialtel La Fortuna (La Fortuna)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19240000/19237500/19237432/0c56502c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Socialtel La Fortuna (La Fortuna)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19240000/19237500/19237432/1d0e6baa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Selina La Fortuna - Hostel provides a serene mountain escape with its peaceful garden setting. Travelers can spend their days lounging by the outdoor pool or browsing the on-site library. The restaurant serves tasty meals that guests can enjoy after a day of relaxation. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Business services ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 21 - Jan 22](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-21&endDate=2026-01-22&selected=19237432&PinnedHotelID=19237432&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-21&endDate=2026-01-22&selected=19237432&PinnedHotelID=19237432&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 22 - Jan 23](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=19237432&PinnedHotelID=19237432&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=19237432&PinnedHotelID=19237432&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=19237432&PinnedHotelID=19237432&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=19237432&PinnedHotelID=19237432&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 30 - Feb 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=19237432&PinnedHotelID=19237432&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=19237432&PinnedHotelID=19237432&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 10 of 10 rooms ### View all photos for Bed in a 4 Bed Dormitory Room ![Shower, rainfall showerhead, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19240000/19237500/19237432/a0cf227f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed in a 4 Bed Dormitory Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Rainfall showerhead Daily housekeeping - 135 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19240000/19237500/19237432/cab3ec90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Daily housekeeping - 108 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Room ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19240000/19237500/19237432/268a3987.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room ### Highlights Separate sitting area Air conditioning Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Desk Daily housekeeping - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Teepee Room ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19240000/19237500/19237432/3c9102b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Teepee Room ### Highlights Ceiling fan Rainfall showerhead Daily housekeeping - 75 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Compact Room, Shared Bathroom ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19240000/19237500/19237432/89e534be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Compact Room, Shared Bathroom 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Rainfall showerhead Daily housekeeping - 65 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Family Room ![Family Room | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19240000/19237500/19237432/eb3eea14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Desk Daily housekeeping - 258 sq ft - Sleeps 6 - 2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for 8 Bed Mixed Community Dorm ![Shower, rainfall showerhead, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19240000/19237500/19237432/a0cf227f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 8 Bed Mixed Community Dorm ### Highlights Air conditioning Rainfall showerhead Daily housekeeping - 258 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bunk Bed ### Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Rainfall showerhead Daily housekeeping - 167 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bunk Bed ### 6 Bed Female Community Dorm ### Highlights Rainfall showerhead Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Suite ![Suite | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19240000/19237500/19237432/a272aaa4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Rainfall showerhead Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLa-Fortuna-Hotels-Selina-La-Fortuna.h19237432.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLa-Fortuna-Hotels-Selina-La-Fortuna.h19237432.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in La Fortuna, Socialtel La Fortuna is in the mountains and in a national park. Baldi Hot Springs and Los Lagos Hot Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore La Fortuna Waterfall and Arenal Volcano National Park. Puentes Colgantes del Arenal and Arenal Adventure World are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby rafting, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding, ecotours and ziplining. [Visit our La Fortuna travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/La-Fortuna.dx6047145) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C10.47060%2C-84.64333&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=HfjBqErAkq4Eh4-5Nl3wBJbAvXM=) Avenida 325, Provincia de Alajuela, La Fortuna, 21007 ### What's nearby - ![Church time #green ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047145/fd9324c3-cd77-4701-9715-a6cf2994630d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) La Fortuna Park 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Tabacon Natural Hot Springs Bridge in La Fortuna, Costa Rica I](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229913/023a748b-e812-40b0-8caa-420bebf2d490.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Tabacon Hot Springs 19 min drive \- 9.4 miles - Puentes Colgantes del Arenal 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - El Salto Fortuna River 4 min drive \- 1.6 miles - Arenal Adventure World 5 min drive \- 1.8 miles ### Getting around - San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) 154 min drive ### Restaurants - Chocolate Fusión 4 min walk - Soda y Restaurante Víquez 2 min walk - POPS 4 min walk - Soda La Hormiga 3 min walk - Rain Forest Café 2 min walk ## About this property ### Socialtel La Fortuna Hostel near Baldi Hot Springs An airport shuttle, a garden and a library are just a few of the amenities provided at Socialtel La Fortuna. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - An outdoor pool - Free self-parking - Continental breakfast (surcharge), a reception hall and a TV in reception - Tour/ticket information, a billiards/pool table and concierge services Room features All guest rooms at Socialtel La Fortuna have amenities, such as free WiFi. ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31950000/31944600/31944584/2787971b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Luigis La Fortuna - Pool - Hot tub - Pet-friendly - Parking included 5.2 24 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-04&endDate=2026-02-05&selected=31944584&PinnedHotelID=31944584&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109360000/109358900/109358868/w3638h3060x442y0-ff86f929.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### cr.arenal apartments#3 beautiful place with parking La Fortuna - Kitchen - Air-conditioning - Parking available - Microwave £78 includes taxes & fees 27 Jan - 28 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=109358868&PinnedHotelID=109358868&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45950000/45944000/45943984/b6d83a6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Cabin #2\. 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Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 13 per person The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Selina Fortuna Hostel Selina Fortuna Selina La Fortuna Costa Rica/Arenal Volcano National Park ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Socialtel La Fortuna have a pool? ### Is Socialtel La Fortuna pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Socialtel La Fortuna? ### What time is check-in at Socialtel La Fortuna? ### What time is check-out at Socialtel La Fortuna? ### Where is Socialtel La Fortuna located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Socialtel La Fortuna Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.6 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ### 8.6 Staff & service ### 8.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 117 8 - Good 55 6 - Okay 18 4 - Poor 6 2 - Terrible 6 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### jhon 21 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The stuff was super friendly ##### jhon Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Michael 8 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service The hotel was a good basic clean room. I'd stay there again. Great central location. ##### Michael Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeremy and Sandrine 20 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had a wonderful stay at Socialtel La Fortuna. The room was clean, practical and nicely decorated. The hotel is centrally located close to shops, restaurants. The staff was very friendly. The included breakfast was excellent with many a la carte choices. The pool and bar areas were nice spots. ##### Jeremy and Sandrine Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Amin 30 Jan 2025 Liked: Staff & service Underwhelming room in a pretty good area with lots of restaurants in walking distance. ##### Amin Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Asif 8 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful property, garden, pool, and restaurant area. My room was nice and clean, front desk was always helpful with guidance, and arranging trips. Overall a good experience ##### Asif Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Erica 10 Feb 2025 Liked: Staff & service, amenities This property is cute, and fun. Not the most chic or the most squeaky clean, but a great value overall. The staff was very attentive, and there were a lot of options for everything: food, spa, tours… also very centrally located! ##### Erica Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cindy 9 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very happy with how spacious and clean the Selina was! Staff were very friendly and welcoming. It's right in the middle of town so everything is walking distance and they have a lot of organized tours available. Would stay again! ##### Cindy Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Andrea 21 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Not as good as the other Selina’s in Latin America but still good. Quiet, food expensive but overall nice hotel with friendly staff. However local children do come in to use the pool so that area is not quiet. ##### Andrea Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yang 22 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Comfortable rooms and lots of amenities on-premise. Slightly far from the bus stop for airport or for other places in Costa Rica (but still walk-able), but close to the National Museum and it's not like there's many other things to see in San Jose. ##### Yang Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ryan 3 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Very Impressed! Very impressed with how nice our private deluxe room was. Bed was comfortable, shower was nice and big, and everything was clean. They offered complementary drinks every day, had a nice big pool, a full kitchen space to access, and free parking. The location is right in the middle of town so you can walk to everything. Would definitely recommend this place for your visit to La Fortuna. ##### Ryan Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 17 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort It is a hostel so considering this, it was good. We had a private room with bathroom, clean. Not soundproof walls/doors so not good for people with sensitive ears. Good location for activities in la fortuna and out of the village. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 28 Mar 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities #### Good central location Central location in La Fortuna, good communal space area. The hotel has been recently rebranded to Societel - the private room was decent overall and has an A/C, but the overall room is clearly a bit worn out. There are food and drinks onsite but lots more choice in town especially if you’re looking for local food. We didn’t book tours as we wanted to do the sites ourselves, we travelled by uber to the volcano entrance, waterfall and hot springs - which was pretty easy if you don’t have a car! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gerardine Abreu 7 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was my first time actually staying in a Hostel, I was actually very happy to be Selina my first, it was a chill place so don’t expect much party, food and drinks in the restaurant were great, I didn’t use the community kitchen or fridge so can’t really comment on that, Staff was very friendly and welcome, coming solo to La fortuna Selina made it great a great experience. ##### Gerardine Abreu Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Nicole 27 Mar 2025 Liked: Staff & service Stayed in one of the cabins — it had a rip in the screen and we got eaten alive by bugs overnight. Didn’t seem worth the money, especially because the “hostel” no longer has a kitchen. Slightly weird vibe. Great location though ##### Nicole Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sudarshan 9 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities 4 bed dorm is close to the road and super noisy. People are good, wonderful stuff. ##### Sudarshan Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Olivia 28 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Welcoming and chilled Really well set up. Gorgeous pool and open kitchen for hanging out. Staff are super friendly and helpful. I hadn’t stayed in a hostel in over 10 years, so was unsure about what a dorm would be like. No worries - totally chilled. To any other solo travelers in their mid-30s - this place is fab. ##### Olivia Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 22 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Best hostel in town I stayed in the 6 person dorms , and the beds were sturdy, so you didn’t wake anyone up by going into the top bunk. They provide bed sheet which is really nice. There was a bathroom for the room, but it was wet every time someone used the shower. I would recommend to use the shared toilet/outdoor bath. They were of high quality and wonderful to shower with a view and sound of nature from the shower cabin. The hostel is right in the city, perfect location and with easy access to walking around. The hostel plans trips , especially needed if you don’t have a car. People were nice and the shared spaces are a great way to meet new people ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 9 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Incredibly good private rooms for a hostel and great value compared to the other town centre alternatives. For us, it felt like a hotel as we were keeping ourselves to ourselves at the beginning of the trip. Selina noted it was our honeymoon and decorated the bed with flowers which was really appreciated the night before transferring to Tortuguero. We also stayed two days in a premium room prior to staying at Tabacon for one night and returning back. The previous Selina booking was via another booking provider and the more premium room was one of our favourites in Costa Rica as it had a balcony, was spacious and had a huge smart tv! Breakfast options were limited but were good. One can sit at high tables that overlook the small river to the rear of the property. Wear insect repellent in the earlier hours as insects were a little energetic. You can watch leaf cutter ants decent the tree, birds fishing and even otters play in the water. The reception staff could have been slightly more enthusiastic and knowledgeable of the local area :) Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend staying her to anymore. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bonnie 10 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities We enjoyed our stay very much would recommend ##### Bonnie Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### AHMET 28 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great place, I had so much fun! ##### AHMET Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bonnie 10 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Would stay again ##### Bonnie Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shania 25 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Amazing place, close to the town and such kind people working and staying there too ##### Shania Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### S 5 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great hostel. ##### S Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erich 16 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice and clean hotel Nice and clean hotel, good value for money for the region ##### Erich Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jordan 9 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Selina is an amazing hostel experience, no matter where you stay. 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