Name: Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga
Address: 1 Km al Sur de la Escuela del Castillo, El Millon, El Castillo, Peñas Blancas, Cantón San Ramón, Costa Rica, El Castillo, Alajuela Province, Costa Rica
Rating: 9.03

Guest reviews

9

Superb

Based on 519 verified reviews

Facilities

8.9

Cleanliness

8.9

Rooms

9

Service

9.2

Location

9

Dining

9

Who stays here?

Couple

56%

Family

17%

Group

17%

Solo

8%

10

Eugene

Feb 26, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Loved it, quiet, remote, eco friendly, it was fabulous!

10

Benjamin

Jan 15, 2026

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Stayed 4 nights

The room was great -- clean and spacious. The yoga classes and meals were awesome. I went solo and met a lot of great people, we ended up putting together a group that ate meals together and took a couple of trips together outside of the property. The only real friction point was commuting between the room (some of the rooms are deeper into the property) and the restaurant/sauna area. You can walk the steep road, take a 20 minute trail (which is beautiful), or wait for the shuttle. Not a dealbreaker, just wish I had known. Awesome time! Take the night tour with Aurelio!

10

James

Nov 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect sanctuary! A place to disconnect from the noise and tourism. Morning yoga! Guided evening nature walk! Hot tub! The food is excellent and the staff were super friendly and helpful. A true blessing! 🙏❤️🇨🇷🕉️ Pura Vida!

10

Brian

Jul 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Unbelievable view of the lake!

10

Sheli

Jun 19, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

This place is an absolute gem. If you’re considering taking a moment away in the jungle to be with nature, live on a farm, eat amazing food, try different spa treatments, hike, yoga; this is the place! I stayed farm side which was cool at night. It’s a short hike or shuttle ride to the hotel part where dinner or spa activities are. You will not be disappointed. I’m going back and I can’t wait to experience it again.

1 Km al Sur de la Escuela del Castillo, El Millon, El Castillo, Peñas Blancas, Cantón San Ramón, Costa Rica

Location

Located in Peñas Blancas, Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga is in the mountains, a 1-minute drive from Lake Arenal and 8 minutes from Costa Rica Sky Adventures. This hostal is 5.2 mi (8.3 km) from Arenal Volcano and 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from Tabacon Hot Springs.

Butterfly Conservatory(0.2 miles)

Lake Arenal(0.2 miles)

Costa Rica Sky Adventures(2.5 miles)

Arenal Volcano(5.2 miles)

Tabacon Hot Springs(7.1 miles)

Arenal Volcano National Park(7.4 miles)

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Check-out

From 14:00 to 20:30

Before 11:00

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FAQs

Free self-parking is available on-site.

Full breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 9 AM for a fee of approximately USD 15 for adults and USD 9 for children.

Check-in is from 2:00 PM until 8:30 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but arrangements must be made at least 24 hours in advance.

A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge, and arrangements can be made by contacting the property in advance.

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, including public areas and rooms. Specific accessibility details should be confirmed with the property prior to arrival.

Located in Peñas Blancas, the property is a 1-minute drive from Lake Arenal, 8 minutes from Costa Rica Sky Adventures, 5.2 miles from Arenal Volcano, and 7.1 miles from Tabacon Hot Springs. Public transport options may be available nearby.

Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool available, which is seasonal. Guests can enjoy the pool during operational hours, which are not specified.

Children are allowed at the property. The minimum age for children to stay for free has not been specified.

Cribs (infant beds) are available for a fee of USD 10.00 per stay. Advance request is required for availability.

Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga

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