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Set high on a ridge facing Costa Rica's most active and spectacular volcano, the Arenal Observatory Lodge offers the adventurous traveler a unique, once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Arenal Observatory Lodge is situated on a ridge 120 meters above Lake Arenal. The ridge rises between the Agua Caliente and Quebrada Danta rivers. This topographical feature is important, so as any possible lava flow will not affect the Lodge. The lodge is within ZONE "D" Low Danger Area, near the volcano. Moreover, as prevailing winds are from the East, the lodge would seldom be affected by ash or other fallout from a major eruption, as the lodge is located to the southeast of the volcano.

After having lain dormant for over 400 years, Arenal Volcano erupted violently on July 29, 1968, wreaking havoc with the local population and creating a 'lava landscape' for miles around its base.

At the Arenal Observatory Lodge, you can enjoy the sound & fury of Arenal Volcano's constant eruptions from the comfort of your room, or from one of the many perfect volcano viewing sites around the lodge.

Other attractions include a waterfall, just a short hike away, which cascades into the cool forest depths. A well maintained path leads guests to this magical spot.

The Arenal Observatory Lodge features 43 spacious rooms. All are comfortable and most have volcano views from the privacy of your own bedroom. Five rooms are fully equipped for disabled travelers, with rooms, bathrooms, hallways, parking areas and even the new swimming pool designed accordingly.

At the Arenal Observatory Lodge Restaurant, their chefs prepare a variety of continental and Costa Rican dishes, with an emphasis on fresh local fruits and vegetables, as well as locally raised beef and poultry and fresh-caught Lake Arenal fish.

You can also:

Hike through the rich rain forests.
Clamber on top of recent lava flows.
Soak in the nearby hot springs.
Wake to the roar of howler monkeys.
Watch toucans fly by.
Wade in the waters beneath a jungle waterfall.
And much more!

RATES 2008

Rooms	High Season December 01, 2007 to April 30, 2008
ROOM	SGL 1 pax	DBL 2 pax	TPL 3 pax	QUAD 4 pax
La Casona	58.00 + tax	70.00 + tax	82.00 + tax	95.00 + tax
Standard	82.00 + tax	93.00 + tax	100.00 + tax	117.00 + tax
Smithsonian	110.00 + tax	122.00 + tax	130.00 + tax	139.00 + tax
Jr. Suite	133.00 + tax	140.00 + tax	148.00 + tax	156.00 +tax