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Hotel Magic Mountain

3.5 of 5
La Fortuna Rd., La Fortuna de San Carlos, Arenal Volcano National Park 00000, 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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keryno19
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 7, 2008

We stayed at Hotel Magic Mountain from May 29th- June 2nd. We arrived in La Fortuna around 9pm, we had been traveling all day so all we wanted was to lay down. Check-in was easy and room service was quick. When we woke up in the morning we opened our curtains and the Arenal volcano was looking right at us.... More

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San Jose
Top Contributor
59 reviews 59 reviews
29 hotel reviews
Reviews in 34 cities Reviews in 34 cities
50 helpful votes 50 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2008

We stayed in this hotel for 3 nigths and it was pretty good. The hotel is new and the rooms are great..Regarding the food, we did't have dinner in the hotel but the breakfast was very yummy and it was included in the room price.

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USA
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 26, 2008

Could not find many reviews on this hotel so thought I would pay it forward for the help I received from this site while planning our trip to Costa Rica. When we checked in they had given us a room with 2 queens instead of king. We also were upgraded to a suite. This is the kind of attitude shown... More

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Tampa, Florida
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 30, 2008

Just returned from a week in Costa Rica. 4 nights spent at Hotel Magic Mountain. When I first booked, there were very few reviews, so I was a little nervous. Now I see there are many more reviews. All of my concerns were easily put to rest the minute I walked into my room. We were upgraded to a suite,... More

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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60 reviews 60 reviews
35 hotel reviews
Reviews in 44 cities Reviews in 44 cities
48 helpful votes 48 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 23, 2008

We stayed here as part of a Caravan Tour. We were very impressed by this beatiful new hotel. All rooms face the Arenal Volcano and the view is spectacular. The pool is large and attractive. There is a single internet terminal free for use by guests. The buffet meals were pleasant, but not great, but the al-fresco dining was a... More

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Titusville, FLorida
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3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 18, 2008

We had a fab time at this fairly new and beautiful resort. We were going to stay at the Tabacon Resort again and I'm so glad we did not. This place has only 30 rooms-we were upgraded to a jr. suite as they were full and it had a wonderful hot tub in the room, enormous bathroom and plasma flat... More

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Boston, MA
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57 reviews 57 reviews
20 hotel reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
67 helpful votes 67 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 16, 2008

I booked this through Costa Rican Trails (would never use again) and thought this hotel was terrific. It happened that they had two groups there (when checking I thought "ugh" as the buses unloaded) but without my asking, they upgraded us to a junior suite away from the groups. Dinner at the restaurant was wonderful and one of the best... More

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ON, Canada
2 reviews
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15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 26, 2008

Great location. Easy to get to all of the activities. Very clean and "american" type hotel. No complaints, but not a party place. I went with 3 other 20 somethings who were just looking for adventure - no parties for a few days and this place was great. Amazing view, great pool, internet. Definitely recommend.

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Seattle
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 13, 2008

I had a great time there...although I was traveling solo and in my late 20s there were a lot of older people. I felt like I was in a retirement home. Sorry...but there were bus loads of tour buses. I loved the place overall though. It was clean, a good place to end where i could put my feet up.... More

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Vienna
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23 reviews 23 reviews
15 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 8, 2008

Very nice hotel Very nice and helpful reception excellent staff Very nice pool - Two whirlpools - Excellent heated pool bar Very nice views of the Volcano – all rooms had a view Very clean Very nice, elegantly decorated rooms, well taken care of Excellent room service Very nice food Breakfast a little slow, felt sorry for the two ladies... More

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What travelers say

  • Costa rica(22)
  • Very good(16)
  • Great view(12)
  • Sports bar(6)
  • Junior suite(4)
  • Hot springs(4)
  • Hot tub(4)
  • Great location(3)
  • Rooms are clean(3)

Additional Information about Hotel Magic Mountain

Address: La Fortuna Rd., La Fortuna de San Carlos, Arenal Volcano National Park 00000, Costa Rica
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Region: Costa Rica > Province of Alajuela > Arenal Volcano National Park > La Fortuna de San Carlos
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kids Activities Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#23 Romantic Hotels in La Fortuna de San Carlos
#24 Family Hotels in La Fortuna de San Carlos
Price Range: $
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
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