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Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs

4.0 star property
Lakefront lodge with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools

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2 outdoor pools, sun loungers
Hacienda Cercone | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated, desk
2 outdoor pools, sun loungers
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Hacienda Cercone | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated, desk
Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs in Arenal offers a peaceful escape with 2 outdoor pools, a poolside bar, cooked-to-order breakfasts, and international cuisine at 2 restaurants. Attentive staff arranges ecotours, while laundry facilities and free WiFi ensure comfort.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service

Room options

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Rainforest Bungalow | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated, desk

Rainforest Bungalow

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2023
Renovated in 2016
  • 60 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Master Bungalow | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated, desk

Master Bungalow

Highlights

Individually decorated
Private pool
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2023
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 103 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Bedroom Villa with Plunge Pool

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2023
Premium bedding
Down duvet
2 bedrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Hacienda Cercone | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated, desk

Hacienda Cercone

Highlights

Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2023
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 650 sq m
  • Sleeps 10
  • 2 Double Bunk Beds, 2 Queen Beds and 2 King Beds

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Deluxe Bungalow | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated, desk

Deluxe Bungalow

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2023
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Jungle Treehouse | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated, desk

Jungle Treehouse

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2023
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 99 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
San Rafael de PeƱas Blancas, PeƱas Blancas, Alajuela, 20108

What's nearby

  • Arenal Adventure World - 21 min drive - 9.6 miles
  • Puentes Colgantes del Arenal - 24 min drive - 11.1 miles
  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 24 min drive - 10.7 miles
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 29 min drive - 14.1 miles
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 30 min drive - 12.4 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ā€ŖEl FogĆ³n de Chela - ā€¬11 min drive
  • ā€ŖHunters & Gatherers - ā€¬19 min drive
  • ā€ŖRestaurante Tiquicia - ā€¬19 min drive
  • ā€Ŗrestaurante la gudria morada - ā€¬20 min drive
  • ā€ŖLa Pollera - ā€¬6 min drive

About this property

Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs

Upscale family-friendly lodge renovated in 2023 and located near Children's Eternal Rainforest
Located close to Arenal Adventure World and La Fortuna Waterfall, Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a poolside bar, and a terrace. Active travelers can enjoy ecotours at this lodge. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and international cuisine. In addition to a garden and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with a waterslide and sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and a front-desk safe
  • Concierge services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and first-rate property condition
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and have comforts such as private pools and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like heated floors and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 43-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, heated floors, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 200 km
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Colibri
  • Morpho

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Farming classes
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Waterslide
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Private pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • In-room massages
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 floor
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Renovated entire property - October 2023
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with satellite channels
  • Private pool

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heated floor
  • Individual decor
  • Living room
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from September 22 2025 to October 21 2025 (dates subject to change).
The property will be renovating from September 22 2025 to October 22 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Exterior
  • Front desk
  • Hallway
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lobby
  • Parking area
  • Swimming pool
During renovations, the lodge will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 230 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on January 1
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Chachagua Rainforest Eco Lodge La Fortuna
Chachagua Rainforest Eco La Fortuna
Chachagua Rainforest Eco Lodge PeƱas Blancas
Chachagua Rainforest Eco PeƱas Blancas
Lodge Chachagua Rainforest Eco Lodge PeƱas Blancas
PeƱas Blancas Chachagua Rainforest Eco Lodge Lodge
Lodge Chachagua Rainforest Eco Lodge
Chachagua Rainforest Eco
Chachagua Rainforest Eco
Chachagua Rainforest Eco Lodge
Chachagua Rainforest Hotel Hot Springs
Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs Lodge
Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs PeƱas Blancas
Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs Lodge PeƱas Blancas

Frequently asked questions

Does Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. The property will be renovating the pool from September 22 2025 to October 22 2025 (completion date subject to change).

Is Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 230 per vehicle applies.

Where is Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs located?

This family-friendly PeƱas Blancas lodge is located on a river, 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Children's Eternal Rainforest, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Arenal Adventure World and Costa Rica Chocolate Tour. Puentes Colgantes del Arenal and La Fortuna Waterfall are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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