Ara Ambigua Lodge

3.0 star property
Enjoy 2 outdoor pools at this 3-star Puerto Viejo hotel

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2 outdoor pools
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Property grounds
Interior detail
Lounge

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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400m North of the Church in La Guaria, Puerto Viejo, Heredia
  • Place, San Agustin Church
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, La Selva Biological Station
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Tirimbina Rainforest Center
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Bed

Classic Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

Family Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed and 2 Double Beds OR 3 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui

In Puerto Viejo .You'll find San Agustin Church and La Selva Biological Station within 3 miles (5 km) of this hotel. Costa Rica Best Chocolate is within 3 miles (5 km) and Tirimbina Rainforest Center is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • San Agustin Church - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • La Selva Biological Station - 11 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Tirimbina Rainforest Center - 15 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Sarapiquís Gardens - 15 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Costa Rica Nature Pavilion - 18 min drive - 10.0 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 118 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rusti Ticos - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pizzaria La Terraza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Típico La Carreta - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Soda La Casita Típica - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Momentos - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Ara Ambigua Lodge

Enjoy 2 outdoor pools at this 3-star Puerto Viejo hotel
Ara Ambigua Lodge offers its guests a full-service spa, 2 outdoor swimming pools, a steam room, and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Ara Ambigua Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Puerto Viejo hotel is smoke free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Ara Ambigua Lodge offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. This Puerto Viejo hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.
Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include hot stone massages, sports massages, Swedish massages, and facials. The spa is equipped with a sauna. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Playground
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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, Discover, and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Ara Ambigua Lodge to the airport?

Ara Ambigua Lodge is 49.6 mi (118-min drive) away from the Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Ara Ambigua Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Ara Ambigua Lodge offers an airport shuttle.

Does Ara Ambigua Lodge offer free breakfast?

Ara Ambigua Lodge offers free continental breakfast every day from 7 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Ara Ambigua Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Ara Ambigua Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Ara Ambigua Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Ara Ambigua Lodge have a pool?

Ara Ambigua Lodge features 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Does Ara Ambigua Lodge have a restaurant?

Ara Ambigua Lodge is home to La Casona, which features Regional cuisine, happy hour, and light fare.

Does Ara Ambigua Lodge have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features body wraps, facials, and sports massages.

How close is Ara Ambigua Lodge to downtown Puerto Viejo?

Ara Ambigua Lodge is 0.5 mi away from Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui.