4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Fun to visit and lots of nature and good trails. Waterfalls are gorgeous.
Peñas Blancas
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Where to stay in Peñas Blancas
El Millon
While El Millon isn't home to many top sights, Costa Rica Sky Adventures and Arenal Volcano National Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs
San Rafael de Peñas Blancas, Peñas Blancas, Alajuela
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! (345 reviews)
"Husband and I had a pleasant stay at chachagua. We arrived late at night and was greeted at the front desk with hand towels and fruit juice. Checking in was smooth and we were escorted to our bungalow (make sure to have a high car as you will drive through a low river). Bungalow was private and very ..."
Reviewed on 17 September 2025
Junglo Resort and Spa
150m surest y 54 metros suroesta del proyecto suenos de reyes en santa gertrudis Bosque, Camino a Santa Gertrudis, Parcelas, Peñas Blancas, Alajuela
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 603 per night from Sep 29 to Sep 30
AED 603
AED 682 total
29 Sep - 30 Sep
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (9 reviews)
"We stayed for a week at Junglo. Gorgeous property but it isn't really a resort or spa. The property is stunning and the views are spectacular. The design of the rooms is modern and are more spacious than an average hotel room. The kitchenette is a really nice feature. Once you get there it is beautiful ..."
Reviewed on 10 August 2025
Kaluma Villas
Calle la bruja, la fortuna, Peñas Blancas, Alajuela Province
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly villa in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and onsite spa services. Popular attractions La Fortuna Waterfall ...
10/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
"The property was very clean. Amenities included anything that you would need while vacationing., The manager answered all calls in a timely manner, This property was a little oasis. Very serene landscaping, rambutan, bananas, and coconuts were throughout the property. Small pond/stream near to explore. ..."
Reviewed on 8 September 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 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (48 reviews)
"Nice location Pretty close to all attractions in La Fortuna"
Reviewed on 25 August 2025
Kaluma Villas
Calle la bruja, la fortuna, Peñas Blancas, Alajuela Province
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly villa in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and onsite spa services. Popular attractions La Fortuna Waterfall ...
10/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
"The property was very clean. Amenities included anything that you would need while vacationing., The manager answered all calls in a timely manner, This property was a little oasis. Very serene landscaping, rambutan, bananas, and coconuts were throughout the property. Small pond/stream near to explore. ..."
Reviewed on 8 September 2025
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (54 reviews)
"Clean, spacefull, and peaceful, exactly what we needed"
Reviewed on 22 August 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
Meet the animals who live at Arenal Eco Zoo during your travels in El Castillo. Discover the hot springs and volcano viewpoints in this romantic area.
Butterfly Conservatory
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
- Chato Volcano
- Arenal Eco Zoo
- Butterfly Conservatory
- La Altura Viewpoint
- Arenal Volcano National Park
- Arenal Volcano
- Tabacon Hot Springs
- Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve
- La Fortuna Waterfall
- Baldi Hot Springs
- Lake Arenal
- Tenorio Volcano National Park
- Los Lagos Hot Springs
- Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park
- Costa Rica Sky Adventures
- Ecotermales Fortuna
- Kalambu Hot Springs
- Paradise Hot Springs
- Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde
- Costa Rica Chocolate Tour
- Termales Los Laureles
- Monteverde Butterfly Gardens
- Selvatura Adventure Park
- Curi-Cancha Reserve
- Natura Eco Park
- Camara de Ganaderos de San Carlos
- Titoku Hot Springs
- Monteverde Orchid Garden
- Juan Castro Blanco National Park
- Quesada City Park
- Arenal Adventure World
