Name: Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs
Address: San Rafael de Peñas Blancas, Chachagua, Peñas Blancas, Cantón San Ramón, Costa Rica, Chachagua, Alajuela Province, Costa Rica
Rating: 9.4

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9.4

Superb

Based on 292 verified reviews

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Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs delivers an immersive, secluded rainforest stay with abundant wildlife, private bungalows and treehouses, on‑site trails and hot springs, and consistently friendly staff that help arrange tours and resolve issues for a relaxed, nature‑focused getaway.

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8

Luis Alonso

27 Mar 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Great

10

Chad

2 Mar 2026

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Stayed 1 night

The staff is so pleasant, the restaurant is very good, (Wilmar was the best and so courteous) The treehouse room was very nice very private Not totally private. Pura Vida

10

Ani

8 Feb 2026

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Stayed 4 nights

Clean room, well kept grounds. True escape in the jungle, among nature right outside the door. Extremely happy with our stay. Lots of animal encounters. Friendly staff. Great food.

8

Carla Maria

16 Jan 2026

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Stayed 5 nights

We spent five nights at the hotel. Without a shadow of a doubt, it is the best hotel in the La Fortuna region. We stayed in one of the chalets, which have been renovated, and all the finishes are of excellent quality. The biggest issue is that the entire property is currently undergoing renovations, which creates a lot of noise for guests who want to relax and enjoy the natural surroundings. This is definitely not a good time of year for that: it is high season, and all accommodations were fully booked. Very positive points include the cleanliness and the politeness of the hotel staff. Very negative points are the pool, which is very poor and outdated and in need of a major renovation. The food at the main restaurant is also quite weak. The hotel needs to invest heavily in its restaurants, especially considering that the property is at least a 20-minute drive from other dining options. The property has a lot of potential.

10

Fahad

6 Jan 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Very beautiful hotel and great service!

San Rafael de Peñas Blancas, Chachagua, Peñas Blancas, Cantón San Ramón, Costa Rica

Location

With a stay at Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs in Peñas Blancas, you'll be 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Children's Eternal Rainforest and 8.5 mi (13.6 km) from Arenal Adventure World. This family-friendly lodge is 9.4 mi (15.2 km) from Costa Rica Chocolate Tour and 9.9 mi (15.9 km) from Puentes Colgantes del Arenal.

La Altura Viewpoint(3.2 Miles)

Children's Eternal Rainforest(4.2 Miles)

Proyecto Asis(7.6 Miles)

Arenal Adventure World(8.5 Miles)

El Salto Fortuna River(8.6 Miles)

Costa Rica Chocolate Tour(9.4 Miles)

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Check-in from 15:00

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Yes, self-parking is available for free at the property. The parking is uncovered.

A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.

Check-in is at 3:00 PM and check-out is at 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

Yes, airport shuttle services are available for a surcharge of USD 230 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6). Guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival to arrange the transfer.

The property features limited wheelchair accessibility, including a wheelchair-accessible path of travel, concierge desk, on-site restaurant, and pool. However, there is no elevator as the property is single-level.

The property is located in San Rafael de Peñas Blancas, approximately 4.2 miles from Children's Eternal Rainforest and 8.5 miles from Arenal Adventure World. Other nearby attractions include the Costa Rica Chocolate Tour (9.4 miles) and Puentes Colgantes del Arenal (9.9 miles).

Yes, the property features 2 outdoor swimming pools, including a children's pool and a waterslide. The pools are available for use during operational hours.

Up to 2 children aged 5 years old and younger can stay for free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

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