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Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs

4.0 star property
Family-friendly lodge with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools

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2 outdoor pools, sun loungers
2 outdoor pools, sun loungers
Hacienda Cercone | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated, desk
Hacienda Cercone | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated, desk
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Deep in the heart of Arenal, Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs offers a tranquil retreat with cooked-to-order breakfast and two outdoor pools. Unwind by the poolside bar or indulge in international cuisine at one of two on-site restaurants. With helpful staff, ecotours to explore, laundry facilities and free WiFi to stay connected.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Room service
The current price is NT$7,172
NT$8,104 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2

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Renovated in 2023
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  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Renovated in 2023
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  • 1066 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
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Renovated in 2023
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  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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9.4 out of 10
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Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
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Renovated in 2023
Renovated in 2016
  • 646 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Hacienda Cercone

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Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2023
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
  • 6997 sq ft
  • Sleeps 10
  • 2 Double Bunk Beds, 2 Queen Beds and 2 King Beds

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Master Bungalow

Highlights

Individually decorated
Private pool
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Renovated in 2023
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 1109 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

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

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

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Hunters & Gatherers - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Tiquicia - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪El Fogón de Chela - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪La Pollera - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Río Lounge - ‬27 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 deep-tissue 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 helicopter/airplane tours
  • A vegetable garden, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk
  • 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

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 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

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 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. The property will be renovating the pool from September 22 2025 to October 22 2025 (completion date subject to change).

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

As of 2025/8/31, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs on 2025/9/1 start from NT$7,172, excluding 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 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 La Fortuna Waterfall are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 277 out of 338 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 338 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 338 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 338 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 338 reviews

9.8/10

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

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rainforest location. Treehouse with hot spring which was with a beautiful view.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and serene. Just the perfect place for a getaway! The guided nature walk was a highlight of the trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katarzyna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is beautiful and peaceful. There are slides for kids to enjoy and hot springs for Adults to relax in. The paths to waterfall and ceiba tree are very nice and definitely worth it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chachagua exceeded our expectations from the beginning. Great communication, amazing staff, location was ideal if you’re looking to be outside the city to experience the nature of Costa Rica. Perfect for families! I can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a secluded location, which is exactly what we were looking for. There is only one restaurant, but they offer enough variety for the four nights we stayed. The bungalows offer great privacy in beautiful grounds surrounded by the forest, and there are loads of fauna sighting opportunities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hot springs were awesome! The food was great and the staff were all so nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay from start to finish, upon check in Brain at the front desk went above and beyond to show us to our room and around the property. The hot springs were amazing after a long day of activities in town. We were able to see sloths and monkeys while at the property which was amazing. I would highly recommend staying here.
Hot springs
Treehouse bungalows
Treehouse jacuzzi
Bedroom
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sasha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place, food was great, service was exceptional, hospitality was tremendous…. One of the best trips I ever been on.
Ceiba tree
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This resort is set in a gorgeous location with beautiful rooms placed in the actual rainforest. Very friendly and accomodating staff help you make the most of your stay. My family thought it was the best place they had ever stayed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charnelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property, staff was kind and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

randall

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location. You’re right in the jungle and very secluded. Amazing staff and the thermal pools are very nice.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was beyond clean, clean towels everyday, staff was nice and helpful especially with recommending activities to do within the area. Will recommend to all!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was an wonderful experience staying with the nature
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our bungalow in the rainforest and will definitely be coming back! We were very relaxed and loved listening to the sounds of the jungle around us in our private bungalow. The staff was very friendly and the food was all delicious asking with an amazing assortment of incredible drinks. I wish we had stayed longer because they offered so much on the property and a ton of tours and excursions around the area that I wish I had made Chachagua our whole trip. This was a great way to start our honeymoon and made us instantly relaxed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel located in the heart of the jungle. The
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sapan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was amazing! The staff is so wonderful and made our stay extra special. We enjoyed the hot springs and all of the tours at the property. Bryan made any and ALL requests so easy, and Reuben took us on a hike and horse back riding trip and they were perfect. We felt a sense of exploration and relaxation all at times. The town of chachaugua is only a short distance away and had a fantastic little soda with pizza and empanadas, and a ice cream shop that had $1 ice cream… I cannot say enough about how special this hotel and staff is. We 100% would return and recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about our stay exceeded our expectations. The accommodations were super luxurious for the cost, and our two bedroom/two bathroom, private patio and pool was phenomenal. Staff was beyond just friendly - engaging, curious, fun. The food was excellent, and having rain forest trails and hot springs on the property that were never crowded was awesome. Everything start to finish was outstanding - shout outs to Brayan, Pamela, Jonathan, Dennis, Karen, Fabian, and Anthony in particular - our family really appreciated the hospitality and would recommend to anyone looking for a rainforest adventure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jinming

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place. Remember to join the trail tour. The guide Roberto is so great. I learnt a lot and saw many new species in my life
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff, property, and experience were excellent. I would stay there again. Our family of two adults and a 9-year old had a blast. Thanks for a great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Enrique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, comfortable in and out. Waking up to sounds of wildlife was amazing! Only minor issue was with the room lavatory. Overall such a unique experience. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cori

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time from Fabian at reception to check out. The only issue I had is there no store within walking distance. Gilbert took us to the volcano, bridges and the cooking class. He went above and beyond. He was very knowledgeable and took time to explain what he showed us
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hot tub in our room was fantastic! The privacy for the rooms with hot tubs really needs to be improved. The outdoor shower is cool, but not when people can see you from both sides! Same for the hot tub. It also would have been a lot nicer if you could drive yourself to and from your room versus waiting for someone else to get you, especially since sometimes the wait time was lengthy. The hot springs would be more enjoyable if they weren’t right beside the restaurant due to noise and people just sitting there watching you. The water temperature was very relaxing and the water slide into the pool was awesome! Overall the hotel was nice, I just wish privacy would have been considered more in the treehouse room design.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible place to stay. So private and as close to nature as you can get with hot water and a bed. The restaurant wood work is beautiful and the coffee flan!!! The hike to the tree is easy and the tree is amazing. Pura Vida!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel grounds were stunning. The trails around the property were beautiful and we loved the hot springs so much. The staff were so friendly and helpful and the restaurants were delicious. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025