Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs

Property class: 4
Family-friendly lodge in Peñas Blancas with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools

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When visiting Peñas Blancas, Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs is a great choice to consider. Guests can indulge in deep-tissue massages, and Colibri, one of 2 restaurants, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include 2 outdoor pools, a poolside bar, and a children's pool. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and overall property condition.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travelers

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
$253 nightly
The current price is $286 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

Rainforest Bungalow

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A wooden deck with lounge chairs and a small pool surrounded by dense foliage.

Deluxe Bungalow

  • Garden view
  • 1109 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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An aerial view of a wooden deck surrounded by lush greenery, with a pool and two people relaxing.

Two Bedroom Villa with Plunge Pool

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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A house with a pool surrounded by tropical vegetation.

Hacienda Cercone

  • Garden view
  • 6997 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 11
  • 2 King Beds, 2 Queen Beds, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A wooden four-poster bed with a canopy, a bedside table, and a chair in a room with wooden flooring and a sloped ceiling.

Rainforest Bungalow with King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden ceiling, and a balcony with a chair.

Jungle Treehouse Adults Only

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1066 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A wooden pathway leading to a modern building surrounded by dense tropical foliage.

Chachagua River Villa

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A wooden deck with a hammock, chairs, and a table, surrounded by lush greenery.

Casita Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Children's Eternal Rainforest - 16 min drive - 7.4 km
  • La Altura Viewpoint - 17 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Arenal Adventure World - 37 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 42 min drive - 17.5 km
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 50 min drive - 20.3 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 33 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 143 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪El Fogón de Chela - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Soda Fortuna - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Hunters & Gatherers - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Harmony Food Restaurant - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Río Lounge - ‬27 min drive

About this property

Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs

  • When visiting Peñas Blancas, Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs is a great choice to consider. Guests can indulge in deep-tissue massages, and Colibri, one of 2 restaurants, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include 2 outdoor pools, a poolside bar, and a children's pool. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and overall property condition.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 26 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Up to 2 children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Offsite

    • Area shuttle within 200 kilometers*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

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Reviews

Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The hot springs were amazing, relaxing, and a wonderful addition to the property. (56 reviews)
  • The restaurant offered a delicious and diverse menu with freshly prepared local fruits and pastries, and the staff provided exceptional service. (39 reviews)
  • The hot springs and spa facilities were a highlight of the stay, offering relaxation and rejuvenation amidst the beautiful rainforest surroundings. (15 reviews)
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Reviews

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8/10 Very good

Clean room, friendly staff, good breakfast
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a fantastic time at Chachagua Rainforest Hotel. The resort is located in beautiful surroundings and we found the staff very helpful and friendly. While the resort felt nestled in remote surroundings, we had easy access to trips and adventures within 30-60 minute drives.
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10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommended! Very clean and quiet place. Breakfast was excellent and the staff very friendly and welcoming. The hike on the property was a nice activity and the sunset view was beautiful.
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10/10 Exceptional

Frendly staff, great hot springs, fun water slide. Nature wack was fun and very informative as well. Super tasty food, we try hamburger, skirt stake and ragu pasta. Room was clean and the property is well maintained.
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10/10 Exceptional

Brian and Orlando were so helpful along with all of the staff. The tours, facility, and rooms were all amazing. Everyone should experience this location.
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing property in the rain forest. Wonderful grounds. Relaxing hot spa. Great food and over the top service. Very nice rooms too.
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hot springs, great respite from touristy areas, fantastic coffee and chocolate tour.
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10/10 Exceptional

The cleaning staff went above and beyond everyday cleaning the room and leaving decorative animals made out of towels. The front desk staff was very polite and accommodating.
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic property and in a beautiful location in the middle of the rainforest. Lots of activity to do in and around the property in the middle of the rainforest - wildlife watching, ziplining, horseback riding, hiking and much more to do. The rooms are also so set in beautiful surroundings right in the middle of nature. Worth the extra expense and highly recommend for couples and families with kids !
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10/10 Exceptional

This property is amazing!!!!!!! From the time we arrived to the time we left, we had a great time!!! They were very accommodating for us - let us check in early, let us join a last minute tour, and made our anniversary very special. We enjoyed the night hike, day hike, and coffee/chocolate tour. The hot springs were amazing and an added bonus with 2 slides!!!
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10/10 Exceptional

Property and staff were absolutely amazing during our entire 5 day stay! The resort blends perfectly with the natural environment and the hot springs heal the body and soul. We felt instantly relaxed the moment we arrived. The food is exceptional and the staff made us feel like royalty. The place radiates positivity and peacefulness. We were sad to go and would gladly return for an extended period of time. Recommend this resort 100%
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff and property was amazing, guides for the trekking trip were excellent. Only feedback is breakfast was very basic and can have better choices as well as quality
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing property that offers beautiful views with a natural jungle feel. The rooms are very private, separate from ech othef and the staff was super friendly and helpful. 100% recommended.
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10/10 Exceptional

One of the most spectacular places authentic to the rainforest. Customer service was 5 star from the staff to the activities. It was even better than I thought it would be. Food delicious. Pricey but worth it. I will definitely be back.
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8/10 Very good

Staff were all excellent. The resort is beautiful and very natural.
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely, comfortable resort in a wonderful rainforest location! Fortuna is very touristy and this hotel is in a great location that's off the beaten path. Great amenities including free breakfast and yoga, hot springs, pool, creek with slides, etc. We had a wonderful time!
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10/10 Exceptional

This was one of the top three places I have stayed around the world. I rarely return back to the same place, but I will most definitely be back here. Such a wonderful place to enjoy nature and unwind. Close to many points of interest for tours. Excellent restaurants and amenities. The hot springs were amazing. Many thanks to the amazing staff for making us feel special. This was a wonderful experience!
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10/10 Exceptional

This lodge is absolutely stunning! It’s the perfect place to see tons of animals, eat amazing food, and really feel like you are deep in the rainforest. They organized our tours—even have some right on the property—which made the whole trip so seamless and effortless. Plus, relaxing in the hot springs after a busy day of adventures was just the best. We will be returning !
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay at Chachagua! The room was beautiful and we felt immersed in the rainforest, while relaxing in luxery accomodations. The staff was amazing, the hot springs and river slide were definite highlights. Highly recommend and would say that it's worth the drive.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, Amenities, Nature, Outside, Trails, Food, Hot pools
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendliness of staff, room was really nice
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10/10 Exceptional

What I liked the most was the staff that were always willing to help and when they see any animals on the property they would take you to see it. we also tried all the breakfast options which was very good. The hot springs were amazing the room was clean every time we came from a tour. We hiked on the property they have trails to go see waterfalls, ceiba tree and a farmhouse. What I didn’t like was they need more lighting and signage along the paths it was very hard to see at night.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, friendly staff, unique amenities
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10/10 Exceptional

One of the most beautiful places I've ever visited, truly magical. The room was modern, spotless, and incredibly well thought out. Most rooms have their own private patio, which was perfect for unwinding after a long day and just taking in the surroundings. One thing that really stood out was all the complimentary activities the hotel offers. You have the daily wildlife tour and the night animal tour, both of which were fantastic. There are plenty of other great activities as well. The hot springs are something else entirely — beautifully designed and unlike anything I've experienced before. I also loved that there was a cooler pool right next to them, complete with a slide for the kids. I had an amazing time here and genuinely hope to come back someday. Don't miss this one out!
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10/10 Exceptional

Stunning hot springs and forest environments inside the property