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Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs

4.0 star property
Family-friendly 4-star lodge with 2 outdoor pools

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2 outdoor pools, sun loungers
2 outdoor pools, sun loungers
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Hacienda Cercone | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated, desk
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service

Explore the area

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San Rafael de Peñas Blancas, Peñas Blancas, Alajuela, 20108
  • Place, La Altura Viewpoint
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Children's Eternal Rainforest
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Arenal Adventure World
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪28 min drive‬

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • 646 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Master Bungalow

  • 1109 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Bedroom Villa with Plunge Pool

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Hacienda Cercone

  • 6997 sq ft
  • Sleeps 10
  • 2 Double Bunk Beds, 2 Queen Beds and 2 King Beds

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Deluxe Bungalow

9.6 out of 10
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(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Jungle Treehouse

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1066 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Chachagua

On lake.At this Peñas Blancas lodge, you'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Children's Eternal Rainforest and 9 miles (15 km) of Arenal Adventure World. Costa Rica Chocolate Tour and Puentes Colgantes del Arenal are within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • La Altura Viewpoint - 12 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Children's Eternal Rainforest - 13 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Arenal Adventure World - 21 min drive - 9.6 miles
  • Puentes Colgantes del Arenal - 24 min drive - 11.1 miles
  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 24 min drive - 10.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪El Fogón de Chela - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hunters & Gatherers - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪La Pollera - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪restaurante la gudria morada - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Tiquicia - ‬19 min drive

About this property

Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs

Family-friendly 4-star lodge with 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 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 kilometers 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
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature private pools and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 43-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers 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 daily and in-room massages can be requested.

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

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

Things to do

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with satellite channels
  • Private pool

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

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 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

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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, 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
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, 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. 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 each 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 January 1, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory New Year's Day gala dinner.
  • Up to 2 children 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

Chachagua Rainforest Eco Lodge La Fortuna
Chachagua Rainforest Eco La Fortuna
Chachagua Rainforest Eco Lodge Peñas Blancas
Chachagua Rainforest Eco Peñas Blancas
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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

How close is Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs to the airport?

Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs is 10.9 mi (33-min drive) away from the La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Nov 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs on Nov 28, 2025 start from $297.5, 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.

Does Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs have an airport shuttle?

Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 230 per vehicle, one-way.

Does Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs offer free breakfast?

Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs have a pool?

Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs features 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Does Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like international cuisine, a poolside location, and pool views.

Does Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs have a spa?

This lodge doesn't have a spa, but it does offer deep-tissue massages.

How close is Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs to downtown Peñas Blancas?

Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs is 1.3 mi away from Chachagua.

Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 294 out of 358 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 358 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 358 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 358 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 358 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

Jami

Traveled with family and small children
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

Charles

Traveled with partner
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

María

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
La propiedad muy limpia los empleados son muy amables mi único problema es la comida es muy cara y no es la comida típica q uno quiera comer no me gustó para nada pero después todo muy hermoso
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing place for family vacation.

Night tour
Night tour
Villa private heated pool with river and small waterfall behind it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

OSVALDO J

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

John, Conestoga

Traveled with partner
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

Monique

Traveled with partner
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

Rafael

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonie

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Traveled with partner
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

Emily, Webster

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
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

Alexis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the most beautiful, most relaxing, and friendliest place ever. All the staff were so kind and welcoming. Upon checking in, the staff had drinks and towels for us. They showed us to our room and explained how organic and eco friendly everything was. Our room was private with a patio that had a hammock. The pools were clean and relaxing. Not crowded. The food was delicious, they were constantly feeding us. It rained during our trip but it was still so relaxing and we were still able to squeeze in a lot. We did horse back riding, hiked the property on our own, swam. Everything was clean. The staff were so kind and always made sure we were taken care of. I would come back again for a longer stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Daria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The highlight of this hotel is definitely the hot springs and water slides—they’re well-maintained and fun for both kids and adults. The staff were also very friendly and helpful, and we appreciated the good service throughout the property. Unfortunately, that’s where the positives end. Our room was extremely outdated, dark, and uninviting. The beds were uncomfortable, the plumbing was old and leaky, and overall, the accommodations felt neglected. It did not match the expectations set by the hotel’s reputation. We also found the food to be mediocre at best, which led us to drive 30 minutes into town just to get a decent meal—not ideal when you’re hoping for a relaxing stay. Perhaps we were just unlucky and were given one of the oldest bungalows, but our experience was disappointing enough that we would not recommend this hotel to friends or family. Honestly, we couldn’t wait to check out. I’m surprised by the glowing reviews calling this the best hotel of their Costa Rican trip—it certainly wasn’t for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fabian

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sasha

Traveled with partner
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

Nathaniel

Traveled with family
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

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

randall

Traveled with family
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

Edward

Traveled with family
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

Cori

Traveled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Traveled with family and small children
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

Schaly

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Idalmi

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica E

Traveled with partner
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

8/10 Good

Raquel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a good time but night entertainment would have been a good add on!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025