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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, pool loungers
2 outdoor pools, pool loungers
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Hacienda Cercone
Hacienda Cercone

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$412
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct

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San Rafael de Peñas Blancas, Peñas Blancas, Alajuela, 20108
  • Place, Arenal Volcano
  • Place, Costa Rica Chocolate Tour
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, La Fortuna Waterfall
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪28 min drive‬

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
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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

Master Bungalow

Highlights

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

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Hacienda Cercone

Hacienda Cercone

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Bungalow

Deluxe Bungalow

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Jungle Treehouse

Jungle Treehouse

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

About the area

Chachagua

A family-friendly stay in Peñas Blancas awaits you at Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs. You'll be 6.7 km (4.2 mi) from Children's Eternal Rainforest and 13.6 km (8.5 mi) from Arenal Adventure World. Highlights at this lodge include 2 restaurants, 2 outdoor swimming pools and free cooked-to-order breakfast. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and Swedish massages. The restaurant, Colibri, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. At the lodge's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Enjoy the kids' swimming pool, waterslide and pool loungers as well as access to ecotours. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 4-property class Peñas Blancas lodge include Costa Rica Chocolate Tour and Puentes Colgantes del Arenal.
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What's nearby

  • Arenal Adventure World - 21 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Puentes Colgantes del Arenal - 24 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 24 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 29 min drive - 22.7 km
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 30 min drive - 19.9 km

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hunters & Gatherers - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Tiquicia - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪El Fogón de Chela - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant @ Finca Luna Nueva Lodge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪restaurante la gudria morada - ‬20 min drive

About this property

Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs

Lakefront lodge with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools
As a guest of Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs, you'll find 2 outdoor swimming pools, a waterslide, and a children's pool. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the family-friendly Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs. An area shuttle within 200 kilometres and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) are available for a fee. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs was completed in October 2023.

This 4-star Peñas Blancas lodge is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features private pools and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. 43-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Peñas Blancas lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages and Swedish massages.

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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 transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 200 kilometres
  • 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/aeroplane 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 lift (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 organised tours and activities
  • Renovated entire property - October 2023
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the lodge before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • For stays on 1 January, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory New Year's Day gala dinner.
  • Up to 2 children aged 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs?

Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs?

As of 30 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs on 22 Oct 2025 start from NZ$412.26, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs?

Yep, Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like sports massages.

Does Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs have a pool?

Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs has 2 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar. The property will be renovating the swimming pool from September 22 2025 until October 22 2025 (completion date subject to change).

Does Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs have a waterslide?

Yep, this property has a waterslide!

What makes Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs a romantic place to stay?

Poolside dining and romance packages, as well as private pools and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs.

Is Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, children's meals and a waterslide, it's no surprise that Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs?

No, but there are private pools in the guestrooms.

Does Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs serve breakfast?

Yep, free cooked-to-order brekkie is on offer daily between 6:30 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone? The property will be renovating its dining venue from September 22 2025 until October 22 2025 (completion date subject to change).

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.