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Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs

4.0 star property
Families discover the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation at this rainforest lodge where waterslides, helicopter tours, and farm-to-table experiences await

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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.

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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

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  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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  • 2 Queen Beds
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  • 103 sq m
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  • Sleeps 2
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About the neighborhood

Located in Peñas Blancas, Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs is in the mountains and on a river. Costa Rica Chocolate Tour and Ecoglide Arenal Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Children's Eternal Rainforest and La Fortuna Waterfall. Traveling with kids? Don't miss Arenal Adventure World and Puentes Colgantes del Arenal. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Chachagua travel guide
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San Rafael de Peñas Blancas, Peñas Blancas, Alajuela, 20108

What's nearby

  • A waterfall in a lush green forest with clear water at the base.
    La Fortuna Waterfall
    50 min drive - 12.6 miles
  • La Altura Viewpoint
    17 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Children's Eternal Rainforest
    23 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour
    42 min drive - 10.9 miles
  • Baldi Hot Springs
    46 min drive - 14.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Hunters & Gatherers
    19 min drive
  • El Fogón de Chela
    11 min drive
  • Chante Verde
    20 min drive
  • Restaurante Río Lounge
    27 min drive
  • Restaurante Tiquicia
    19 min drive

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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
  • Comprehensive food waste 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
  • Some profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 4 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • 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 used
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
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

Frequently asked questions

Does Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Is Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

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 Peñas 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).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 364 out of 444 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 444 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 444 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 444 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 444 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, good breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha Rae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is amazing!!!!!!! From the time we arrived to the time we left, we had a great time!!! They were very accommodating for us - let us check in early, let us join a last minute tour, and made our anniversary very special. We enjoyed the night hike, day hike, and coffee/chocolate tour. The hot springs were amazing and an added bonus with 2 slides!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

amit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and property was amazing, guides for the trekking trip were excellent. Only feedback is breakfast was very basic and can have better choices as well as quality
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was one of the top three places I have stayed around the world. I rarely return back to the same place, but I will most definitely be back here. Such a wonderful place to enjoy nature and unwind. Close to many points of interest for tours. Excellent restaurants and amenities. The hot springs were amazing. Many thanks to the amazing staff for making us feel special. This was a wonderful experience!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wojtek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hot springs, great respite from touristy areas, fantastic coffee and chocolate tour.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This lodge is absolutely stunning! It’s the perfect place to see tons of animals, eat amazing food, and really feel like you are deep in the rainforest. They organized our tours—even have some right on the property—which made the whole trip so seamless and effortless. Plus, relaxing in the hot springs after a busy day of adventures was just the best. We will be returning !
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What I liked the most was the staff that were always willing to help and when they see any animals on the property they would take you to see it. we also tried all the breakfast options which was very good. The hot springs were amazing the room was clean every time we came from a tour. We hiked on the property they have trails to go see waterfalls, ceiba tree and a farmhouse. What I didn’t like was they need more lighting and signage along the paths it was very hard to see at night.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin Murphy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, comfortable resort in a wonderful rainforest location! Fortuna is very touristy and this hotel is in a great location that's off the beaten path. Great amenities including free breakfast and yoga, hot springs, pool, creek with slides, etc. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at Chachagua! The room was beautiful and we felt immersed in the rainforest, while relaxing in luxery accomodations. The staff was amazing, the hot springs and river slide were definite highlights. Highly recommend and would say that it's worth the drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were all excellent. The resort is beautiful and very natural.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cherian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truly a rainforest hotel. Loved the staff and excellent customer service. From the front desk to all the rest of the people. Our stay at Chachagua Rainforest Hotel was absolutely unforgettable. The property is stunning — surrounded by lush rainforest, peaceful sounds of nature, and breathtaking beauty everywhere you look. Lots of things to do. Amazing pools. But what truly made the experience special was the incredible staff. Every single person was warm, attentive, and genuinely caring, making us feel welcomed from the moment we arrived. A perfect blend of luxury, nature, and heartfelt hospitality. Can’t wait to return! A huge thank you
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Li

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice property. Love the hot spring. Go there every day. The compensatory tour is super nice too and learned a lot about the rain forest and the little town. Would recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sukhdev

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, Amenities, Nature, Outside, Trails, Food, Hot pools
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff is so pleasant, the restaurant is very good, (Wilmar was the best and so courteous) The treehouse room was very nice very private Not totally private. Pura Vida
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you have young kids and want to explore nature without crowds this is the best place. There is swimming in the creek with a water slide. Pool with a water slide and hot springs. The nature tour was so good and we saw so much wildlife at our hotel for free! Very relaxed vibe and we felt like the only guests. It’s a 25 min drive from La Fortuna but honestly so worth it. Definitely one of my favorite hotels we have ever stayed at.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great experience. The rooms were clean and comfortable. Staff were very nice .
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wowowow this place is amazing! Staff is absolutely fenomenal. The facilities are beautiful and there are so many activities to do. We absolutely loved our stay here and cannot wait to come back.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

YONGBING

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, unique amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendliness of staff, room was really nice
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mehdi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stunning hot springs and forest environments inside the property
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, well kept grounds. True escape in the jungle, among nature right outside the door. Extremely happy with our stay. Lots of animal encounters. Friendly staff. Great food.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would definitely stay here again. The customer service was excellent and very accommodating. My only minor complaint was that the food provided by the hotel didn't serve local dishes, the menus definitely catered to foreigners. I would have preferred to eat their local cuisine.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and accomodations was beyond our expectations. The best part of our 10 day vacation in Costa Rica. I would recommend this resort to anyone. The moment we stepped foot on the property we were treated to first class service. We will be back and look forward to staying another vacation at this amazing resort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful. Gorgeous setting. Loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Staff! Beautiful pools and property!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025