Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga, El Castillo
Overview
Offering a Finnish spa, a Turkish steam bath, and a hot tub, the 3-star Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga El Castillo hotel is nestled within 5 minutes' walk of La Gavilana Herbs & Art and within 3 miles of Arenal Volcano National Park. Located within 3.1 miles of the 1633 meter Arenal Volcano, the hotel features 23 rooms with views of the mountains.
Location
Standing fairly close to Butterfly Conservatory Nature Preserve, this hotel is situated in a rural area of El Castillo. The Big Forest Hike is approximately 10 minutes' drive from the Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga and Aeropuerto de La Fortuna airport is 22 miles away.
Visit Lake Arenal, 0.9 miles from the accommodation, and feel complete harmony with the nature of Costa Rica.
Rooms
Certain rooms have a tiled floor along with a writing desk and a cabinet for guests' convenience. Some rooms have tiled flooring and private bathrooms.
Leisure & Business
Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga hotel provides guests with yoga classes, as well as access to a wellness center. Guests will appreciate horse riding tours arranged by this El Castillo hotel.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Baggage storage
- Fireplace
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Yoga class
- Fishing
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car rental
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Grocery shopping service
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Children
- Cribs
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness center
- Sauna
- Turkish bath
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Open-air bath
- Public Bath
- Pool with view
Room features
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Recommended for:
Morning Yoga Classes
Start your day with Hatha or Vinyasa yoga sessions from 7 to 8:15 am, surrounded by forest views.
Organic Farm Tour
Explore Essence Arenal's permaculture farm, featuring tilapia ponds, bee hives, and fruit trees.
Rainforest Night Walk
Join a guided tour through nearby trails to spot nocturnal wildlife like frogs and birds.
Spa Circuit Access
Use the jacuzzi, steam room, and sauna for one hour daily, included with certain retreat packages.
Location
Significant Location
El Castillo is near Arenal Volcano and Lake Arenal, providing access to hiking and adventure areas.
Residential Neighborhood
El Castillo is a quiet residential area with local charm, featuring La Gavilana Herbs & Art and Butterfly Conservatory.
Dining Options
Fusion Grill, Pizza John's, and La Ventanita serve pizza, local dishes, and international cuisine with varying price ranges.
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