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Lost Iguana Resort & Spa

3.5 of 5
1.5 km North of Arenal dam, La Fortuna de San Carlos, Arenal Volcano National Park A2004, Costa Rica
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Houston, Texas
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed January 22, 2006

We traveled to CR for my 50th b-day and stayed 3 nights in the Lost Iguana. We were very disappointed with the food and service. We arrived after trying to find the place in pouring rain, the manager / owner told us we had to move our cars (2 cars / 6 people) due to traffic. However, the next car... More

Toronto, Canada
Senior Contributor
24 reviews 24 reviews
17 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
43 helpful votes 43 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed January 19, 2006

Stayed at the Lost Iguana for 3 nights in mid-January of this year. Our room was in a new block - with great views - which was only opened last month. Frankly, they still need a couple more weeks to finish the rooms. There were no major deficiencies, but a lot of little things such as wood varnishing and a... More

A TripAdvisor Member
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 17, 2006

After driving our rental car over some REALLY bad stretches of road to reach the hotel, we were utterly delighted with what we found. Our room was relatively large, wonderfully decorated with lots of wood accents and tropical colors, and our private patio with a perfect view of the volcano was a piece of paradise. We spent much of our... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed January 12, 2006

After reading so many positive reviews, we were disappointed with reality we experienced at the Lost Iguana. We stayed there in early January 2006. Positives: - Amazing volcano views from every room. - The rooms themselves were fine - relatively new and spacious. However, the bathroom (in a deluxe room - not a luxury suite) was dim and a bit... More

Caribbean
1 review
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 2, 2006

I have just returned from a fabulous stay at the Lost Iguana Resort in Arenal. My stay was during the first week that the twenty brand new, and superbly designed, units were opened. It's worth taking a few minutes to offer my congratulations to the Owner, the Management, and Staff of the resort. Any minor growing pains were more than... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 26, 2005

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NYC
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6 reviews 6 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed December 25, 2005

LOST IGUANA RESORT: Not sure how to handle this review, as essentially we got $%#&!. We had booked a deluxe room, and when we arrived we were "upgraded" to the owner's villa. Problem - the owner's villa is older, infrequently used, much further up on a hill, and had a terrible musty/mildewy odor. The hotel was at capacity and did... More

Ann Arbor, Michigan
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 19, 2005

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A TripAdvisor Member
3 of 5 stars Reviewed December 4, 2005

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Conroe, Texas
Senior Contributor
31 reviews 31 reviews
21 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
76 helpful votes 76 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 28, 2005

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Hotel Summarization (Beta)

What travelers say

  • Costa rica(59)
  • Rain forest(20)
  • Hot springs(17)
  • Zip line(16)
  • Very nice(15)
  • Hanging Bridges(12)
  • Gift shop(11)
  • Luxury suites(11)
  • Friendly and helpful(8)
  • Happy Hour(6)

Additional Information about Lost Iguana Resort & Spa

Address: 1.5 km North of Arenal dam, La Fortuna de San Carlos, Arenal Volcano National Park A2004, Costa Rica
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Region: Costa Rica > Province of Alajuela > Arenal Volcano National Park > La Fortuna de San Carlos
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Fitness Center Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kids Activities Kitchenette Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#8 Family Hotels in La Fortuna de San Carlos
#12 Romantic Hotels in La Fortuna de San Carlos
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Lost Iguana Resort is Arenal's newest hotel, offering luxury accommodations in the rain forest The resort's 100 acre property overlooks the world's most active volcano, Arenal Volcano located near La Fortuna, Costa Rica. A premiere, upscale retreat nestled gently in the jungle, the Lost Iguana Resort only offers rooms with large private balconies overlooking the Arenal Volcano and Arenal River Gorge. All rooms are spacious and well appointed with first-class furnishings, artwork and full amenities. ... more   less 
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Also Known As:
Lost Iguana Hotel La Fortuna De San Carlos
Lost Iguana Resort And Spa
Lost Iguana Hotel
Hotel Lost Iguana
Lost Iguana Resort & Spa Costa Rica/Arenal Volcano National Park

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