The Majestic Lodge

The Space

The Majestic Lodge Private Resort is a favorite among guests visiting La Fortuna. It offers an authentic Costa Rican atmosphere and is one of the few homes in the area spacious enough to host groups of up to 30 people.

Each of the 10 bedrooms features high-quality mattresses and linens, air conditioning units, and a private bathroom. Guests appreciate the complimentary breakfasts prepared by our caretakers, as well as the outdoor swimming pool and Jacuzzi.

La Fortuna is a unique destination surrounded by the natural beauty of the Costa Rican rainforest. Visitors can enjoy a wide range of activities such as hiking the volcano, relaxing in hot springs, spotting sloths on nature walks, and observing toucans and monkeys while zip lining 400 feet above the ground. This variety of experiences makes La Fortuna incomparable to other places.

The Majestic Lodge is more than just a large vacation rental. With 10 bedrooms and 13 bathrooms, it accommodates up to 32 guests—more than any other rental in the area. What sets it apart is the ability to provide a five-star resort experience within a comfortable home setting, allowing everyone to stay together under one roof. This makes it an ideal choice for large groups, retreats, family reunions, anniversary celebrations, or multi-family vacations.

Vacation Packages

Planning a vacation for a large group can be stressful. To make your stay more enjoyable, we offer several packages designed to help you relax and make the most of your time in Costa Rica.

Breakfast

Each morning, our staff prepares delicious complimentary breakfasts as a thank you for choosing The Majestic Lodge.

Meal Package

Dining in La Fortuna can be costly, with breakfasts typically ranging from $12 to $15 per person and lunch or dinner costing between $15 and $30 per person, including food and drinks. For groups of 20, breakfast expenses can reach $240 to $300, while lunch or dinner may cost between $400 and $600.

Our upgraded meal package includes both lunch and dinner for $30 per person (ages 5 and older) per day. Guests who opt for this package generally save 25-35% on their overall food expenses during their stay. Please let us know if you would like to add this package when booking or inquiring.

Transportation Package

After a long journey, waiting in line at a car rental agency can be frustrating. Avoid this hassle by allowing us to greet you at the airport and transport you directly to The Majestic Lodge. We can also make stops at local restaurants or stores along the way.

Taxi fares from Liberia (LIR) and San Jose (SJO) airports to La Fortuna typically cost:

• $350 for up to 8 passengers
• $400 for 8 to 10 passengers
• $550 for 10 to 18 passengers
• $800 for 18 to 30 passengers

Larger vehicles may require more travel time. Feel free to request stops at local "sodas" (small restaurants) or "pulperías" (minimarkets) for food or snacks.

We offer 12-passenger and 15-passenger vans for rent to explore the area and attend excursions. The average rental cost, including fees and insurance, is about $260 per day. Our guests can rent these vehicles for $150 per day.

Presidential Package

For guests seeking an all-inclusive experience, the presidential package combines the meal and transportation packages with additional services:

• Laundry service
• Daily housekeeping
• Private chef for dinners
• Massages
• Child care
• Excursion planning
• Kayaks and paddleboards

This comprehensive package costs the same as the booking fee and can be paid approximately 30 days before arrival.

Amenities

For guests who prefer to cook, The Majestic Lodge features a fully equipped kitchen stocked with everything needed to prepare meals. Outside, there is a spacious deck with a BBQ grill for outdoor cooking.

The swimming pool and Jacuzzi are conveniently located near the dining area and offer beautiful views of the volcano and surrounding rainforest.

Our caretakers are highly praised by guests and are considered one of the best amenities we offer.

Location

The lodge is situated on the west side of Arenal Volcano, on the south side of Lake Arenal, in the community of El Castillo. It is approximately 2.5 hours from Liberia Airport (LIR) and 3 hours from San Jose Airport (SJO). The property is near the boat entrance to Lake Arenal and close to several local restaurants.

Nearby Attractions

The Majestic Lodge is within 5 to 35 minutes of many popular La Fortuna attractions, including:

• Zip lines
• Mystic hanging bridges
• Waterfalls
• Hot spring pools and rivers
• River rope swings
• Volcano hikes
• Horseback riding
• Waterfall rappelling
• White water rafting
• Tubing
• Lake kayaking, paddleboarding, and lake biking

And much more.

Booking Information

Booking the Entire Property vs. Booking by Room

Most reservations are made months in advance by large groups of 10 or more. When a large group books the entire property, it is exclusively reserved for that group, and no other guests can book during that time, even if some rooms remain unused.

If the property is not fully booked by a large group and vacancies exist within 30 days of the desired dates, individual rooms may become available. Since Airbnb does not support this option directly, we list the property at a 90% reduced price to attract smaller groups.

Room rates range from $80 to $160 per night, plus cleaning and Airbnb fees. If you are interested in booking rooms within 30 days, please contact us with your group size and number of rooms needed. We will provide a custom quote.

Additional Charges

There is an extra fee of $20 per guest per day for any guests aged 5 or older beyond 16 when renting the entire property.

If you see prices around $100 without fees on this listing, that rate applies to individual rooms, not the entire property. Please reach out to inquire about room availability.

Guest Access

Guests who book the full property have access to all 10 bedrooms, 13 bathrooms, the pool, Jacuzzi, and the weight room located at the back of the lodge.

Other Properties

We also manage two other large properties in Costa Rica:

• Bella Vista Retreat, located off Highway 1 between San Ramon and Esparza
• Johnny’s Beach Bungalow, situated in Playa Avellanas

Many guests choose to visit multiple properties during their stay for a more comprehensive Costa Rican experience. We are happy to assist in planning your trip to Majestic Costa Rica and our other locations.

Policies

Please note that all bookings are non-refundable for any reason, whether days are used or unused.