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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 2009

Rooms	High Season December 01, 2008 to April 30, 2009
ROOM	Single	Double	Triple	Quadruple
La Casona	61.00 + tax	73.00 + tax	86.00 + tax	99.00 + tax
Standard	86.00 + tax	98.00 + tax	105.00 + tax	123.00 + tax
Smithsonian	116.00 + tax	128.00 + tax	137.00 + tax	146.00 + tax
Jr. Suite	141.00 + tax	148.00 + tax	156.00 + tax	164.00 +tax

White Hawk Villa	The whole villa: $490/night, 8 pax maximum
"Trogon" and "Toucan"	Individual rooms: Smithsonian Room Rates

Rooms	Green Season May 01, 2009 to November 30, 2009
ROOM	Single	Double	Triple	Quadruple
La Casona	48.00 + tax	59.00 + tax	76.00 + tax	94.00 + tax
Standard	71.00 + tax	83.00 + tax	98.00 + tax	108.00 + tax
Smithsonian	96.00 + tax	108.00 + tax	126.00 + tax	137.00 + tax
Jr. Suite	115.00 + tax	120.00 + tax	137.00 + tax	144.00 +tax

White Hawk Villa	The whole villa $425/night, 8 pax
"Trogon" and "Toucan"	Individual rooms: Smithsonian Room Rates

NOTES:

Rates for Lodging in US$
Full breakfast buffet included
Rates do not include local taxes (13%)
Rates subject to change
Rates include free guided morning hike along a well maintained property trails
Children under 6: free meals and lodging* (shared room with parents)
Children 7-11 years old, 50% discount rate for meals, free lodging (shared room with parents)

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