4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Fun to visit and lots of nature and good trails. Waterfalls are gorgeous.
Peñas Blancas
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Visit Peñas Blancas
Where to stay in Peñas Blancas
El Millon
While El Millon isn't home to many top sights, Arenal Eco Zoo and Costa Rica Sky Adventures are some notable places to visit nearby.
Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs
San Rafael de Peñas Blancas, Peñas Blancas, Alajuela
The price is AED 818 per night from Jun 2 to Jun 3
AED 818
AED 924 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly lodge in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (298 reviews)
"We stayed in the two bedroom villa with a private plunge pool that was absolutely beautiful and amazing! We were in the middle of the rainforest, the hotel also provided complementary tours of the property where we were able to see so many animals including different species of frogs different trees ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2025
Junglo Resort and Spa
C. Cataratas, Penas Blancas, Alajuela Province
The price is AED 639 per night from May 30 to May 31
AED 639
AED 722 total
includes taxes & fees
30 May - 31 May
Stay at this 3-star resort in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and La Fortuna ...
Chateau Arenal
El Castillo, Peñas Blancas, Alajuela
The price is AED 413 per night from May 30 to May 31
AED 413
AED 467 total
includes taxes & fees
30 May - 31 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (70 reviews)
"Nice hotel with good breakfast. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Nice pool and jacuzzi. Quiet, neighborhood area with views of the lake, volcano and mountains. We went for a walk and it's very close to the Butterfly Conservatory and a local restaurant. About a 30 min drive from the La Fortuna ..."
Reviewed on 20 April 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Cabañas del Lago
3,5 km sur del Polideportivo, Peñas Blancas, Arenal
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (44 reviews)
"The host, Marco, was amazing. He was very helpful and provided lots of good information about local attractions, places to eat, etc"
Reviewed on 24 May 2025
Cabañas Rio Escondido
El Jauuri, 702, Peñas Blancas, Alajuela
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (36 reviews)
"I do like the location, price, and environment. Excellent, I do like it."
Reviewed on 9 May 2025
Nayari Villas
Calle la bruja, la fortuna, Peñas Blancas, Alajuela Province
Stay at this 3.5-star villa in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and onsite spa services. Popular attractions La Fortuna Waterfall and El Salto Fortuna ...
10/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
Great spot to do stuff in la fortuna area
"Amazing property with private plunge pool. Looks as the pictures show.we enjoyed the stay and even played with the Jenga and super banco( Costa Rican monopoly)."
Reviewed on 27 May 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Arenal Eco Zoo
4.5/5(2 reviews)
Meet the animals who live at Arenal Eco Zoo during your travels in El Castillo. Discover the volcano viewpoints and hot springs in this romantic area.
Butterfly Conservatory
4.5/5(58 reviews)
Meet the animals who live at Butterfly Conservatory during your travels in El Castillo. Wander the lush forest or discover the volcano viewpoints in this romantic area.
La Altura Viewpoint
You can find out about the history of Peñas Blancas with a trip to La Altura Viewpoint. Discover the hot springs in this relaxing area, or seek out the hiking trails.
Reviews of Peñas Blancas
4.3
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
Andy
Perfect location for wildlife and amenities
1/5 - Terrible
Verified traveler
I showed up after in late a full day of travel to get there. I was informed they were overbooked and didn’t have my reserved & paid in full room available for me. I needed to go to their sister property with no AC, no hot water, it was awful.
5/5 - Excellent
T.
The Don Olivo Chocolate tour is fantastic, as is Sky Trek Canyoning!
- Children's Eternal Rainforest
- Arenal Eco Zoo
- Chato Volcano
- Butterfly Conservatory
- La Altura Viewpoint
- Arenal Volcano National Park
- Tabacon Hot Springs
- Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve
- Arenal Volcano
- La Fortuna Waterfall
- Baldi Hot Springs
- Lake Arenal
- Los Lagos Hot Springs
- Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park
- Tenorio Volcano National Park
- Kalambu Hot Springs
- Ecotermales Fortuna
- Costa Rica Sky Adventures
- Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde
- Paradise Hot Springs
- Costa Rica Chocolate Tour
- Termales Los Laureles
- Monteverde Butterfly Gardens
- Curi-Cancha Reserve
- Selvatura Adventure Park
- Arenal Natura Ecological Park
- Arenal Adventure World
- Wildlife Refuge Monteverde
- Titoku Hot Springs
- Camara de Ganaderos de San Carlos
- Quesada City Park
- Puentes Colgantes del Arenal