Villa Marcela - Families & Friends Gateway

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A spacious living area with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a coffee table. There is a kitchen area with cabinets and a refrigerator.
A covered patio with a wooden table and chairs, potted plants, and a view of greenery.
A bedroom with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a wooden cabinet, and a window with curtains.
A rectangular swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by a tiled deck and a metal railing.
A spacious living room with a light-colored sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with wooden chairs.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Arenal Adventure World

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast for a fee
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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La Fortuna, Provincia de Alajuela
  • Place, Arenal Adventure World
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, La Fortuna Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Costa Rica Chocolate Tour
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

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About the area

La Fortuna

Located in La Fortuna, this villa is in the city centre. Baldi Hot Springs and Ecotermales Fortuna are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore La Fortuna Waterfall and Arenal Volcano National Park. Arenal Adventure World and Kalambu Hot Springs are also worth visiting. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and mountain biking nearby.
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La Fortuna, Provincia de Alajuela

What's nearby

  • El Salto Fortuna River - 8 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Arenal Adventure World - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • La Fortuna Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 5 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 18 min drive - 15.7 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Fortuneño - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Lava Lounge Bar & Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Chocolate Fusión - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Tayakiry Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Soda y Restaurante Víquez - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Marcela - Families & Friends Gateway have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Villa Marcela - Families & Friends Gateway ?

As of 27 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Marcela - Families & Friends Gateway on 28 October 2026 start from NZ$1,255, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Villa Marcela - Families & Friends Gateway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Villa Marcela - Families & Friends Gateway ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Villa Marcela - Families & Friends Gateway ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Marcela - Families & Friends Gateway ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Villa Marcela - Families & Friends Gateway located?

Located in the heart of La Fortuna, this villa is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from El Salto Fortuna River and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from La Fortuna Waterfall. Arenal Adventure World and La Fortuna Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 110 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, accessible to anything you want to do in La Fortuna. It was more than enough room for our family of 5. It was clean, safe and checked all of the boxes. The hosts were very responsive which was a big plus in my book.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location-close to all the activities, dining and shopping. Check in was easy and the management was very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We greatly enjoyed our time at this home in La Fortuna. Location was perfect to be close to everything. House was clean and very comfortable. I also really appreciate that they helped with planning and booking all of our activities in the area; incredibly helpful and very well organized and we had such a blast at all the activities they recommended! Great stay for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place to stay. Perfect location and incredible hosts
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Villa Marcella in La Fortuna was absolutely wonderful. From the moment we arrived, we felt welcomed, comfortable, and right at home. The villa was clean, comfortable, beautifully maintained, and had everything we needed to make our stay enjoyable and relaxing.One of the things we appreciated most was the location. Villa Marcella was perfectly situated for us because it was close to our friends’ home, which made visiting with them incredibly convenient. It was also just a short distance from downtown La Fortuna, restaurants, and grocery stores. Having everything so easily accessible made our stay that much more enjoyable, especially when we wanted to explore the area or simply pick up something we needed.The villa itself provided a wonderful place to come back to after spending the day with family and friends or exploring everything La Fortuna has to offer. The peaceful surroundings allowed us to relax and enjoy the beauty of Costa Rica while still being close to everything we needed.We made some wonderful memories during our time in La Fortuna, and Villa Marcella was an important part of that experience. We would absolutely recommend it to anyone visiting the area and would happily stay here again.Pura vida!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, comfortable property conveniently located to the town of La Fortuna, Arsenal and the area activities. The property manager was very helpful and responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! The place was clean, comfortable, and exactly as described. Smooth check-in and excellent communication from the host. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Pros: clean property, felt safe with the gate and alarm. AC in the bedrooms were great. Communication with staff was super quick and very responsive. Great location, 3 minute drive from town. WiFi was also great. Cons: the view of the volcano is not as pictured, there are lots of trees blocking it.There are multiple properties in the same area and there was active construction in it so it wasn’t as private and quiet as expected. The pool was dirty and slimy upon arrival (3 people in our party fell), they had to empty out the pool so it was unusable for the last day we had planned to stay in and enjoy the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2026
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We are glad to know you found the property clean, felt safe, and appreciated the location, WiFi, and our quick communication. Regarding the concerns you mentioned, we would like to clarify a few important points for future guests: The pool was not dirty upon arrival. It has a non‑slip surface throughout, but your group expressed that it felt slippery, and for that reason our team emptied it as a precaution. This made the pool temporarily unusable, but the decision was taken solely to address your concern and ensure safety. About the volcano view, the photos in our listing are accurate; however, we cannot control the natural growth of trees in neighboring properties, which can vary throughout the year. Similarly, the construction activity you observed is related to other properties in the surrounding area, and unfortunately we do not have control over when neighboring projects begin or end. These situations are uncommon, but when they occur, we do our best to minimize any impact on our guests. We appreciate your comments and will continue working to provide the best possible experience for all visitors.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at Villa Marcela! The property was wonderful and the trip planning service was amazing! They helped us plan our entire trip--it was so nice to have them arrange our drivers, purchase all entry tickets, etc. It made the trip so enjoyable! Definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location. Quiet. Ample space. Pool is a plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was exactly as advertised. Very private area that was very clean. Close to town and all the activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice convenient place. Roomy and secure.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Villa Marcela was an amazing spot for our time in La Fortuna! The location was super convenient to all of the activities and attractions we did! We also discovered it was walkable to the rope swing on the river which was so fun! The house was clean and the property manager was helpful and responsive! The property was well appointed and comfortable and the pool was a great place to refresh at the end of a day outside in the heat! It was a 5 minute drive into the town, which was great for getting to restaurants and shops! We would highly recommend Villa Marcella to anyone looking for a great house in a perfect location in La Fortuna!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place in la fortuna. Staff were great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect!! Host was welcoming, He arranged a private rafting experience for us that was incredible. The home was spacious, clean, and air conditioned. Nice pool with fluffy beach towels! Fenced in property, so we felt very safe! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very clean and modern home. Property manager was very helpful. In person orientation of the home
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Great place really clean private but conveniently located
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was extremely accommodating and helped with all of our needs. The house was very clean and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location

Great place to stay if you want to be close to everything.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was great! Just as advertised. In a convenient location just outside of downtown, but far enough away to feel remote and private. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location!

Loved staying here! Make sure you eat with Guiselle next door!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

first trip to Costa Rica

Wonderful experience at the VRBO, and activities in the surrounding areas.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house. Clean and secluded. Close to everything. The river rope swing down the road was super fun. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property. We had plenty of room and comfortable beds. Nice kitchen and Baths
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmastime stay

Nice property, easy to get to everything
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
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