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Rancho Margot - All meals included

3.0 star property
Comfortable resort with indoor pool and outdoor pool

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Indoor pool, outdoor pool, sun loungers
Exterior
Ecotours
Deluxe Room | View from room
Business center
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

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Map
3km West of El Castillo Center, Peñas Blancas, Alajuela, 21007
  • Popular LocationTitoku Hot Springs31 min drive
  • Popular LocationEcotermales Fortuna34 min drive
  • Popular LocationMonteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve100 min drive
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Room options

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cribs/infant beds
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
In-room safe
  • 10.57 Ping (35 square meters)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Basic Room (Bunkhouse Experience)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Eco-friendly toiletries
4 bathrooms
Electric kettle
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 Ping (3 square meters)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Superior Bungalow

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Electric kettle
In-room safe
  • 8 Ping (26 square meters)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Peñas Blancas

Located in Peñas Blancas, Rancho Margot - All meals included is in a rural area and on a river. Tabacon Hot Springs and Baldi Hot Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Arenal and Arenal Volcano National Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Quebrada Grande Arena or Tronadora Arena. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding.

What's nearby

  • Titoku Hot Springs - 31 min drive
  • Ecotermales Fortuna - 34 min drive
  • Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve - 100 min drive

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • Agua Ardiente Pool Bar - 135 min drive
  • Ave Restaurant - 25 min drive
  • Tucanes - 136 min drive
  • Restaurante El Jilguero - 150 min drive
  • Fusión Arenal - 5 min drive

About this property

Rancho Margot - All meals included

Resort by the lake
Consider a stay at Rancho Margot - All meals included and take advantage of free breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. The on-site local cuisine buffet restaurant, Rancho Margot Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and garden views. Enjoy onsite activities like horseback riding and hiking/biking. In addition to a playground and a library, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An indoor pool and an outdoor pool, with sun loungers
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a natural pool, and meeting rooms
  • Tour/ticket assistance, barbecue grills, and wedding services
  • Concierge services, a vegetable garden, and multilingual staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as safes and sound-insulated walls.
Other amenities include:
  • Eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • Electric kettles and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Rancho Margot Restaurant

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Natural pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 170 per vehicle (one-way)

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 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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Rancho Margot - All meals included have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include natural pools.

Is Rancho Margot - All meals included pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Rancho Margot - All meals included?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Rancho Margot - All meals included?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Rancho Margot - All meals included?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Rancho Margot - All meals included provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 170 per vehicle applies.

Where is Rancho Margot - All meals included located?

Situated on a river, this resort is within 2 mi (3 km) of Lake Arenal, Butterfly Conservatory, and Arenal Eco Zoo. Titoku Hot Springs and Wellness Park Costa Rica are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Rancho Margot - All meals included Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jamie

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was amazing, literally one of the most beautiful properties that I have ever stayed at! The staff were so accomodating, especially given a reservation error . They had us check in, stated they would handle the problem with Expedia, and told us the most important thing is that we have a good time. AND THEY LIVED UP TO IT! I couldn't believe there wasn't 100 extra charges and excuses etc--such incredible service! Our family of (6) kept busy on the hiking trails, at the beautiful river/waterfalls/rapids, reading on our porch hammocks, sitting by the big dining-side fireplace, or grabbing a beer at their cute little bar. We would absolutely return! Thank you Rancho Margot!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stunning stay!
I came here for 3 days and rented a deluxe cabin. We had the most amazing time at rancho Margot. The photos don't do it justice! It is stunning. It is so relaxing and mind altering. I would highly recommend taking them up on the farm tour. It is so informative and you can just feel how much the property means to everyone who works/lives there. You could certainly bring a light raincoat however they provide umbrellas which we found more that sufficient. There were some mosquitos but being from canada they were do where near as bad as we are used to.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
C’est une magnifique expérience. La nourriture est incluse et délicieuse. Le personnel est passionné et c’est vraiment un projet grandiose qui mérite d’être vécu.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at Rancho Margot. The staff was so kind and accomadating. The property was lovely, it was so nice that food was included. We loved going to see the animals. The Pook is warm and fun for kids to swim in. It was more adventurous as the drive in is on a dirt road. I definitely recommend driving to La Fortuna first and coming on the road from La Fortuna. We drove straight from Liberia and it was a rough road where we crossed several rivers, including a VERY large one at the very end. I highly reccommend this ecolodge. The rooms you stay in are separate little bungalows with a porch and hammock, which is fun!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
fabulous stay
Excellent sustainable farm stay! Highlight of our trip. Educational walks were wonderful as well as staff and food.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rancho Margot - Completely Amazing!!
Rancho Margot is an amazing place. Completely self sufficient. Really amazing. The ranch is secluded and completely in the rain forest. When you get the end of the road, you just have to go a little bit farther. What they have done to the land over the last 16 years is mind bending. If staying in the rain forest appeals to you and you're heading to Costa Rica, do yourself a favor and book a few nights at Rancho Margot. You won't regret it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The ranch itself is a beautiful property. Is a magical place were you’ll receive great service. Is a place to in contact with nature, farm animals
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Staff & service
Great experience but basic accommodation. Slightly overpriced in my view.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A far-out place, not what we expected, Over-priced
The "bunk house" was misleading in its advertisements and less that spacious...further, it is very noisy with all the people staying in dormitory style lodging and grass/straw/open walls and ceilings...it was also packed with mosquitos.