The 'Wine Cellar' Casita on Lake Arenal!

It was a beautiful little casita and we loved the outdoor shower. Eyal was an excellent host, friendly and very informative about the area and the wildlife. The food was amazing and just a very different experience. When my husband was unable to make dinner due to a health issue, he was extremely accommodating to us. One thing to note, however, is that the property, while beautiful, is quite close to the highway, so there will be some road noise if you are a light sleeper. But overall, highly recommended for the unique experience!

The stay at the Gingerbread House was amazing! The food was delicious and the people we met there were great! Was a highlight of our trip!

Brilliant location for the couple of days we spend around Lake Arenal and La Fortuna. The room had great fun design and was really comfortable, and the bathroom was lovely. The tasting menu dinner and breakfast were amazing! Best meals we had during our time in Costa Rica. The staff were so friendly and we really enjoyed chatting with other guests and with the head chef Eyal. Would really recommend a stay at the Gingerbread restaurant and hotel!

It was the CO-Host Chef Ayel and his staff that made this little gem worth the stop. Good food and wine list. Comfortable lodging!

We loved the wine-themed room. It was located just off of a (fairly quiet) highway, and it was the perfect location for us. DO NOT PASS UP A MEAL IN THE RESTAURANT, and be certain to take time to visit with the chef. He's had an amazing life and shares wonderful stories. We would most definitely stay there again in the future.

We decided on a last minute trip to Lake Arenal. Brad was extremely responsive and quick to communicate. Ayel is an amazing chef. The food and service was to die for. We ended up extending our stay. It was a perfect weekend.

This is a really good spot for the price. Perfect for a couple. Very clean. SUPER comfortable bed. The Wine Cellar is one of a few different casitas on the property of the Gingerbread Restaurant (which is excellent.) Eyal is the owner and chef, and is a very hospitable guy. Very laid back, and this goes for the whole staff as well. My partner and I really wanted to eat here on New Year's Eve, but their reservations were full. However, Eyal and Brad (the property manager, as I understand) made sure that we would have a reservation since we were guests. That was a huge bonus for us. Very cool. The only things I can think that could have been better is the wifi signal and the consistency of the hot water. It would be hot for a minute and then cool down for 30 seconds, then hot again, then cool. This is not unusual in Costa Rica, though, and didn't really bother us. Also you are pretty close to the main road, so if you like to sleep in then that might wake you up. But honestly, for the price, this is a really good deal. Thanks to everyone at Gingerbread for an awesome time.

Unbelievable experience from perfectly paired food and wine to incredible music and ambiance ... Highly recommended ! Chef Eddie G

Eyal has a great B&B and restaurant off the main road with a lovely Costa Rican landscaped garden. A short distance from Nuevo Arenal main commerical strip, this B&B has a fun energy and cool owner host, especially those who like strong-minded type who have a vibe that commands respect. A professional who changed it up to live a lifestyle many of us only dare to dream. Both guests and those from town or other accommodations visit the restaurant & bar. The food is yummy & generous portion sizes good for sharing with your friends/family! The wine cellar room is a stand alone building/casita with nice king bed, desk, couch that does fold into a extra bed if needed. The unique wine bottle headboard and open bathroom concept was cool. Even a wine bottle faucet in the bathroom! Also, there are other themed rooms and one other casita on the property if you want to switch it up.

Wow! What a fun room! We stayed 3 nights in the Wine Cellar and it was really cool! What an unusual and fun room! The bathroom and shower are amazing! As much as we liked the room it was Eyal and his amazing food that really left an impression! We managed our daily adventures to be sure to make it back in time for dinner each night as we could not imagine finding a better meal anywhere! It was truly some of the best food we have ever had and we ate ourselves silly!!!! Eyal himself is a lot of fun! He has a big personality and he is both kind and generous! Thank you to Eyal and his team for such an amazing experience!!!!