Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 69 reviews.
garylG7494KK
Couple · March 2026
“Significantly exceeded our expectations.”
+Rob and Catherine were excellent hosts. Super clean, personable staff and engaging conversations. Breakfasts were high quality and Bruno the pomeranian was always there to greet us everyday. We were planning to stay only 1 night, but because of they're hospitality we extended our stay one more night. I highly recommend this B&B to all. The hummingbirds were another awesome feature.
bookwifey
Couple · March 2026
“Beautiful and unique place”
+This is a wonderful little gem not far from Nuevo Arenal. The rooms are lovingly decorated and large. Try and get one with a balcony to overlook the small lake and watch the birds. Breakfast was great, and so were our hosts. Try the Apfelstrudel, if you get a chance, it is very good.
TheRockyMtnMomma
Family · February 2026
“Hummingbirds & More”
+Adorable! The most unique, artistic and surprising little B&B! Highly recommend although the owner of 33 years is selling the B&B, restaurant and gift shop.
59brigidf
Family · February 2026
“Magical garden oasis!”
+The rooms were very clean. The entire grounds were amazing. Beautiful and magical plants and wildlife everywhere! Breakfast was delicious!
tyagi
Solo · November 2025
“Very pretty & close to the lake”
+One of the prettiest hotels in Costa Rica. My room was large and lots of ceramic turtles & iguanas on the wall. The property was full and flowering shrubs and flowers. And the breakfast was excellent each morning.
alE578FW
Group of friends · August 2025
“A Gem!”
+A friend recommended this B&B and I am so glad I could experience it. The warmth of the hosts is unmatched. The setting is beautiful and the price is right! We enjoyed a relaxed, delicious breakfast overlooking their pond. Located in the midst of the Cost Rican greenery, the longer you look, the more you see. Don't rush through but enjoy the beauty right there. The gift shop offers well selected offerings not seen in every tourist shop around. Wifi was good and accommodations very comfortable. Note for some - there is not ac. I am not a fan of ac so it is fine for me but some people may be surprised.
RenzoGeorgia
Group of friends · August 2025
“Staying at the Welcoming Lucky Bug Feels Like Home!”
+I cannot tell you exactly how many times I’ve stayed at the Lucky Bug on Lake Arenal! 10-15 times? Staying at the Lucky Bug simply feels like coming home. The rooms are clean and comfortable, & tastefully decorated with handmade art throughout. The owner/hosts, are always warm and welcoming. The art gallery onsite is the perfect place to shop for special souvenirs and home decor, all handmade in Costa Rica. The artistic items for sale are so unique, unlike other tourist shops which all carry the same items. The breakfast, included with your overnight stay, is generously proportioned and so delicious, even groups of local workers in the area stopped in for a bite while we were there. The small lake and tropical gardens on the property are worthy of a visit themselves! With so many options for accommodations around Lake Arenal, the Lucky Bug is a stand out choice!
+What a gem! Location was perfect. Host was helpful, kind and very personable. Breakfast was delicious. Loved our stay in the Sunshine room.
+I was met at the property by Rob, one of the two owners, who showed me to my room. The room was well-appointed and the bathroom was exquisitely decorated in tile and tasteful additions. Rob handed me soap wrapped in leaves from the land. He left as I settled in, but returned later to see if I would like an individual pizza as he and Monica were going out. He returned later with not only the hot and tasty pizza, but also bottle of wine to go with it. This visit was also preceded by travel misfortune. Again, I had no WIFI, and I wasted an hour or two going around in circle in Grecia. Then, when I hit the "highway", I still had no WIFI, so some mis-turns led to a near empty gas tank again. I asked for help from a gentleman walking on the side of the road. The nearest gas station was too far for me to drive with almost no gas. So, this gentleman, Luis, led me to his house, called his friend Fernando to come over, get a gas can, and travel the distance to pick up two gallons of gas. As we waited for him to return, we shared pictures of our families, drank, Coke and ate some of those wonderful Costa Rican cookies. Just as we finished, Fernando came with the gas. He filled the tank, left,
“Loved it at Lucky Bug”
+Our stay at Lucky Bug was lovely. Great view, beautiful gardens, tasty breakfast, and good service.