Montana De Fuego Mountain Resort & Spa, San JoséMontana De Fuego Mountain Resort & Spa in San José, Costa Rica has a corrected score of 3.1 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 74 of 88 hotels we score in San José. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.9 before correction. Rooms from about $328 a night (cached, not a live quote).Montana De Fuego Mountain Resort & Spa is a four-star property situated near the base of Arenal Volcano in La Fortuna. Set within tropical rainforest gardens, the hotel provides bungalow-style rooms with views of the volcano or local greenery. It caters to families and pet owners, offering amenities such as a sauna, massage services, and an indoor pool. The resort is located close to Arenal Volcano National Park and various hot springs. While the setting is quiet, some guest rooms show signs of wear and older technology, such as tube televisions. The hotel includes an on-site restaurant and room service for guests.What stands out

Proximity to Arenal Volcano National Park

On-site spa and sauna facilities

Pet friendly accommodation

Tropical garden setting

Watch out for

Outdated room decor and televisions

Maintenance issues in some bungalows

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