Ratings based on 4 Verified Reviews
4.8 Room cleanliness
4.0 Service & staff
5.0 Room comfort
4.8 Hotel condition
Expedia Verified Reviews
by A verified traveler
Posted 11 Jul 2021 on Orbitz
If you value privacy and respect this is NOT the place for you. The Good: our family thoroughly enjoyed the Arenal area. Los Lagos was great for kids and adults. Hot springs,water slides and lunch, all for 100 bucks US. It’s a must visit. The area is gorgeous, if you have an extra couple of days it’s a great way to end your trip before flying home.The bad: This is ALL true. We arrive at 7 pm, told not to use AC unless all windows are closed, some windows are impossible to close because they are high and we have no step ladder. Marty basically says we would be silly to use it. Night one, hot and sweaty, AC would have been nice. Marty also entered our cabina that night while we were gone at dinner. Weird. Shower does not work, go up to another room, my wife begins to take her shower and guess who’s outside her shower window? Marty! Asking my wife how her showers going. Again weird. I’m no female but as another man, I would not stand outside a woman I just met shower window asking her how she’s doing in there. My wife said she felt extremely uncomfortable. Next, the toilet didn’t work and over flowed. We were told not to put toilet paper in the toilet and it still over flowed, oh and Marty walked into our cabina unannounced and into the bathroom while I was taking a dump. No lie. No knock, no hello just straight in. No privacy. Finally on our last morning, Marty came POUNDING on our door at 8:41 telling us we needed to be out by 10. I’d write more but out of space.
Comment from Hotel Management
11 Jul 2021 by Super Host, Hotel Management
This review could not be further from the Truth..This is crazy! 1. The step ladder is beside the Fridge, 2. The night time temps were in the high 70's at night, and every room has a ceiling fan. We never place restrictions on use of the A/C, but it is rarely needed up here in the mountains of Lake Arenal. Asking you to close the windows first, before turning it on is not unreasonable. Electricity is very expensive here. 3. We have NEVER entered the Guesthouse unannounced, when guests are at home and when guests are out for the day or evening, only then to repair something or assess some issue. 4. You took a shower first and it was fine. But we told you that the shower was new as of just before you checked-in and to let us know if you had any problems. When it failed, we invited your wife to use the shower in the BnB. We even gave her a robe to use because she came up in a towel. AFTER the shower, Marty asked how the shower was and she said it was great! He was NOT outside leering below the very high window. He was passing in the corridor and only spoke to her as she came by him. I heard him, clearly because I was in the laundry room next door. Suggesting he was doing something untoward is slanderous and vile. It openly shows where your mind resides. Yes...the toilet got clogged and YOUR wife admitted and apologized for putting so much paper in it. And finally, unbeknownst to us, you had ordered an in-house massage for 9:00 am, and when the lady came to set up, Marty simply went down and knocked to tell you that she was here. He did not know you were still sleeping. You were incredibly rude! He did ask why you were getting a 90 minute massage when check out was just 1 hour away at 10am. You had not asked for a late check-out and since we had new guests arriving that afternoon, it was important for you to understand that check out was at 10am not 11am as you so foul-mouthedly insisted. Your belligerent and unprovoked verbal abuse included hurling f-bombs and name calling at Marty. Such abhorrent behavior was shocking and frightening and he feared you might become violent. Had you not packed up and left immediately, I would have called the Police and had you removed. In dealing with guests from all over the world for over ten years and having dozens upon dozens of 5 star reviews, we have never had a guest as rude and disrespectful as you were. We do have all of the Whatsapp conversations with you, in which you repeatedly said that everything was wonderful and that you guys were really enjoying your stay. Your wife even said she was going to recommend our place to your Mother. We constantly strive to be responsive and attentive Super-hosts and according to your texts, you guys were OK with, and grateful for, the work around when the shower issue came up. That issue and the toilet plug were taken care of within an hour. There was never any cause for your to react so vehemently because Marty woke you and up until that moment, we thought you were h
by A verified traveler from Markham, Ontario, Canada
Posted 22 Feb 2020
Encantada Guest House:
The word "Encantada" means "enchanted". What a perfect name for this wonderful hacienda nestled into the Lake Arenal district with a superb view of the volcano.
Nita and Marty are gracious hosts who have created this lovely guest cottage with all the amenities that you could imagine. They have anticipated your every need and indulged your every whim. Besides the basic cooking facilites, this is a complete kitchen replete with any utensil you might need. You do not have to pack your corkscrew!
There is a swimming pool and access to a hot tub, TV, DVD and dozens of movies. But the extraordinary views from their many vantage points and lounge areas will ensure that you spend optimal time outside. They have created a book with suggestions and recommendations in the area. They have done the thinking for you!
The drive in might take getting used to. But it's better than practically all the roads in Costa Rica. You adjust quickly. And the "on-demand" hot water heater may need a nudge but this is a small price to pay for what will surely become one of your favorite vacation stays!
You will be enchanted by Hacienda Encantada!
Comment from Hotel Management
22 Feb 2020 by Encantada Arenal, Hotel Management
Thank you for such a glowing review. We are so glad you enjoyed your time at Encantada and hope you get to return soon!
by A verified traveler
Amazing location
Posted 25 Mar 2019 on HotelsWonderful stay in this hidden gem right in the jungle. Amazing amenities with great host and service. High clearance vehicle required to access.
Comment from Hotel Management
27 Mar 2019 by Nita, Hotel Management
Thanks so much we enjoyed meeting you!
by A verified traveler
Beautiful property
Posted 23 Dec 2020 on HotelsBeautiful place, and house the nature around the house made everything super peaceful we definí want to come back. If you love details you will love this place.
Comment from Hotel Management
23 Dec 2020 by Nita, Hotel Management
Thank you so much for the kind review. We hope to welcome you back soon.