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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 | Terrace/patio
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2 outdoor pools, sun loungers
Hacienda Cercone | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated, desk

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
The current price is SAR 776
SAR 877 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Feb - 6 Feb

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Two Bedroom Villa with Plunge Pool

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2023
Down duvet
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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

Deluxe Bungalow

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2023
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Rainforest Bungalow

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2023
Renovated in 2016
Down duvet
  • 60 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 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
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed, 2 Queen Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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

Master Bungalow

Highlights

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

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

Jungle Treehouse

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2023
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 99 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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San Rafael de Peñas Blancas, Peñas Blancas, Alajuela, 20108

What's nearby

  • Arenal Adventure World - 19 min drive
  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 21 min drive
  • The Motmot Jungle - 27 min drive
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 27 min drive
  • Arenal Volcano - 42 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Soda Y Fruteria Mi Tata - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Río Lounge - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Tiquicia - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Chante Verde - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante La Finca - ‬23 min drive

About this property

Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs

Upscale family-friendly lodge refurbished 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 sports 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, with a waterslide and sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), farming classes, and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free premises, helicopter/airplane tours, and a front-desk safe
  • 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 premium bedding and heated floors, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs.
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

Languages

English, Spanish

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

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

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 6:30 AM–9:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • 1 poolside bar and 1 bar
  • Room service available

Restaurants on site

  • Colibri
  • Morpho

Things to do

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe
  • Lockers available

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage - sports
  • Massage - Swedish

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Renovated entire property - October 2023
  • Romance packages available
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 43-inch Smart TV
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Heated floors
  • In-room massage
  • Individually decorated
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
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

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

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 Peñas Blancas
Chachagua Rainforest Eco Peñas Blancas
Lodge Chachagua Rainforest Eco Lodge Peñas Blancas
Peñas 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 Peñas Blancas
Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs Lodge Peñas 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.

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 11:00 AM.

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 The Motmot Jungle are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 219 out of 272 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 272 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 272 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 272 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 272 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carl, Pinehurst

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff were polite , friendly and helpful. Food was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall this place was picturesque... everyone was very helpful went out of their way to make sure everything was just right. The only complaints I have, they were repairing the walkway lights, it was very dark at night, thank God I had a flashlight on my phone. But I did pass an elderly couple who are trying to find their room so I help them. Also their tools were left laying around. This is only temporary but it did kind of catch me off guard for such a great looking, well kept facility.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is glorious nestled in a tropical rainforest. We enjoyed exploring the trails out to the waterfall and Ceiba tree. Amazing surroundings, excellent dining, perfect on-site hot springs to enjoy on demand. In addition to this, we were supported by the hotel team to help us with some rental car trouble while we were there. They went out of their way to assist us, implement a quick repair and got us on our way! Without this dedication to their guests our whole vacation could have been ruined. I highly recommend this property. Thank you Fabian, for your dedication to your guests!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ansood

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Neat Property! Great for 2-3 nights
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed in many hotels as a frequent traveler, but Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs is, without question, the best I’ve ever experienced. From the moment I arrived, I was completely enchanted by the lush rainforest surroundings. The sounds of nature, the vibrant greenery, and the abundance of incredible wildlife made it feel like stepping into a dream. I was lucky enough to see so many animals up close—truly unforgettable! The staff at this hotel are absolutely phenomenal. They were kind, patient, and went above and beyond to make my stay perfect. A special shoutout to Lorenzo, who was truly the best of the best! His warmth, knowledge, and attention to detail made my experience even more remarkable. Lorenzo and the rest of the staff were gems and deserve all the praise in the world! The hot springs and the serene atmosphere provided the perfect balance of relaxation and adventure. Every moment here felt magical, and I know I’ll cherish the memories I made for the rest of my life. If you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind experience in the heart of the rainforest, look no further. Thank you, Chachagua Rainforest Hotel, for such an incredible stay! I can’t wait to return someday.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheida

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern and well kept
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was just wonderful. The hot springs are beautiful, the rooms lovely and so clean, the staff was friendly, the restaurant was delicious, and the tour guide, Neny, was just wonderful. She was so enthusiastic and knowledgeable about all the animals we saw. She really enhanced our visit. We had a wonderful time and would highly recommend this place to anyone. It is a paradise!!

6/10 Okay

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan A

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was an amazing experience for our honeymoon and first time in Costa Rica! Staff is very nice and always available to assist. The grounds are well kept and gorgeous. The pools were fun to play in, or soak at the end a long day of adventures. The slides were a nice touch. We'd love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chavela

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The people are very nice and the hotel beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dumayne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my second time staying at this property and i enjoyed every time i have come here. I recommend anyone looking for peace and quiet in a beautiful rainforest to stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean-François

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Incredible stay
Superb spot nested in the jungle in Chachagua village. We had an incredible stay. The hotspring pools and slides were the big attraction.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dat Tien

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was away from city center so you really feel like you're staying in the rainsforest which is unique. Staff was friendly and helpful in resolving an issue that Expedia could not.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Siarhei, Daly City

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The overall experience was average. The staff is helpful and welcoming. The room was clean and had everything we needed. However, the facilities are showing signs of wear and tear and the seats outside have moist smell due to high humidity.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truly a unique experience. The hot springs were a great way to relax after a busy day hiking/adventuring. The staff was overall very good. I can only imagine, it's hard to keep up with this place due to it's location and the ever changing weather in CR. A couple things I noticed. The pool was in disrepair. They seem a little short staffed during breakfast. Overall, though, I highly recommend it. It's a memorable hotel/experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

david, Bonney Lake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’ve just finished 7 wonderful and relaxing days here. First and foremost the staff here are kind, friendly, and accommodating. The campus as a whole is lush and well cared for. There is a never ending variety of birds to see and hear. A group of howler monkeys spend a significant amount of time each day around the wooden viewing bridge. We heard their haunting calls almost every evening and morning. While hard to find we did see a sloth near the same bridge on our first full day here. You truly do feel at the edge of if not in the rainforest. While the facilities are showing some age in a few spots they are aging gracefully. Each cabin is surrounded by tropical plants and feels immediately connected with nature. Early mornings on the porch hammock were wonderful. The hot springs are more warm than hot and felt good after a day of hiking or visiting La Fortuna (25 minute drive away). There is also a natural cold pool with water slide. We enjoyed going back and forth between the refreshing cold pool and the thermal springs. One minor annoyance was the occasional smell of sewage around the outside of the cabins. This must be tough to control in a remote tropical environment. As we expected the rainforest is very wet. It absolutely poured every afternoon. We found this refreshing after the hot and humid morning and early afternoon. In summary our family looks forward to visiting again someday!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Restful and fun rainforest stay
The hotel, restaurants, and coffee/cocoa tour were all five stars. We were very impressed and would happily come back, this is a wonderful place. Our private pool overlooking the rain forest was particularly amazing, and the kids loved the water slide into the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Iliana

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vsevolod, BARRINGTON

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Loretta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the restaurants were excellent! They were extremely helpful, happy and accommodating. The pools were great especially the hot pools. The ambiance and the grounds were beautiful. I would have given it a 5 star, but our room was supposed to have 2 queen beds and instead it had a king. I complained and their solution was to bring in a twin bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ricardo, Los Angeles

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was magnificent! If you have your heart in staying in a rain forest, Chachagua is the place for you. My family loved the sounds of the jungle every night. My boys loved coming across frogs, lizards, or leaf cutter ants. The hotel staff was friendly and helpful. The hotel does not offer much night life you have to create your own. I only dropped a star because we didn’t have hot water for two days but they correct the issue right away. Also my daughter’s bungalow was leaking. I would recommend this place to friend and family.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024