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Hotel Royal Corin: Traveler Reviews

4.0 of 5
4,2 Km West of Catholic Church | on Road to Arenal Volcano, La Fortuna de San Carlos, Arenal Volcano National Park, 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
    5 of 5 stars
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NYC
Contributor
12 reviews 12 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
“Very nice, but overpriced”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 12, 2013

Very nice four star property with several natural hot springs pools on site. Very good breakfast buffet included. A four star restaurant on site. Note that restaurants in Costa Rica typically include a 10% service charge in your bill, and you need to adjust your gratuities accordingly. While closer to La Fortuna than Arenal Manoa and close to the main highway, still requires either a cab or a rental car to get around. However, this is true of most hotels in the area. Fortunately cabs are relatively inexpensive. We were there during peak season (Dec 29th) and found room rates somewhat excessive. However, it is a function of the market and the hotel was fully booked.

  • Stayed December 2012, traveled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Vancouver, Canada
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
“Could improve customer service”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 8, 2013

The hotel room was very nice and clean with a great view of the volcano. Spa was really good!

However, for the amount you pay for the room, food and drinks the customer service could be a lot better. Key tips for the hotel staff:
1) Smile!
2) Manners (please and thank you go a long way)!
3) Dont make the customer feel like their request/s is/are such a bother. especially when you pay $400+ for a room!

  • Stayed January 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
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cabo1974, Front Office Manager at Hotel Royal Corin, responded to this review
January 9, 2013
Dear Darren R:

Thank you for your review, we are really sorry that you felt our customer service not according with your expectations, we´ll take care about the points you mentioned to improve our service

Roy Cerdas
Front Desk Manager.
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Coto de Caza, California
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Great location & views!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 8, 2013

The hot springs were great to dip in to after our days of activities!
We were not at the hotel much but while there we enjoyed the accommodations.
The food was ok but it (morning buffet) was super convenient when heading out in the mornings.
The 5th floor has a nice lounge!

  • Stayed December 2012, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Hoboken, New Jersey, United States
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Must stay in La Fortuna!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 7, 2013

My husband and I went to Costa Rica for our honeymoon and this was our first stop and what a fabulous experience! We were immediately greeted by welcome cocktails and friendly service. Our room was beautiful with an amazing view from our balcony of the Arenal Volcano and the pools and jacuzzis. The rooms are spacious, VERY CLEAN, and the showers are fantastic! Our room was so comfortable, I actually slept through an earthquake! We had complimentary delicious breakfast every day of our stay with wonderful staff and beautiful garden views if you sit outside. We also had dinner there one night and it was a delicious meal (and we are tough critics food wise!). We utilized the incredible spa on site for couples massages (followed by cocktails next to their koi ponds!) and the treatments were AMAZING! The pools and jacuzzis were wonderful and not too crowded during our stay. Another fun bonus was the nightly treats left for us in our room, we specifically loved the strawberry cream puffs! Not only would we recommend this hotel to anyone looking for beautiful adult accommodations, but we would absolutely return!

  • Stayed October 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Guatemala City, Guatemala
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
“Relaxing by the hot water pool.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 7, 2013

Quite unexpected to find such a modern hotel in the middle of so much nature. The standard rooms are clean the bathrooms are modern and clean as well , the balcony areas always share too much open space with one of the rooms next door .
The decor reminds me of hindu art , yet simple enough , nice green view. The Jr. suite was much nicer compared to the standard rooms in every aspect.
The hot volcanic water pool was very warm with a wet bar to have drinks while in the water, Besides the other two pools and the cave like Sauna . Very good breakfast and very good lunch menu at prices that I would usually not pay.
Serious but helpful staff working in the ever changing micro climate between sunny and rainy of la Fortuna area. (no wonder why they have so much natural hot water . I did not check out the Lava bar nor the spa .

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  • Stayed December 2012, traveled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Also Known As:
Royal Corin Hotel
Hotel Royal Corin Costa Rica/Arenal Volcano National Park
Address: 4,2 Km West of Catholic Church | on Road to Arenal Volcano, La Fortuna de San Carlos, Arenal Volcano National Park, 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 Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#3 Luxury Hotels in La Fortuna de San Carlos
#4 Romantic Hotels in La Fortuna de San Carlos
#6 Business Hotels in La Fortuna de San Carlos
#7 Family Hotels in La Fortuna de San Carlos
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
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