Peñas Blancas

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Scenic view of the giant sloth viewpoint at San Isidro of Penas Blancas, Costa Rica
Scenic view of the giant sloth viewpoint at San Isidro of Penas Blancas, Costa Rica
Black and white dart frog (Dendrobates auratus) "Pena Blanca"
Dendrobates auratus 'Pena Blanca closeup from side view
Keep you're head up when hiking in the jungle near the Arenal Volcano! You want to see the vipers hanging from the trees, but you can also see the symbiotic relationship that happens here in the jungle. Never miss out on an #adventure!

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Where to stay in Peñas Blancas

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El Millon

While El Millon isn't home to many top sights, Butterfly Conservatory and Costa Rica Sky Adventures are some notable places to visit nearby.

El Millon
Junglo Resort and Spa

Junglo Resort and Spa

3 out of 5
150m surest y 54 metros suroesta del proyecto suenos de reyes en santa gertrudis Bosque Peñas Blancas Alajuela
The price is SAR 584 per night from Mar 6 to Mar 7
SAR 584
SAR 660 total
6 Mar - 7 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this resort in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and La Fortuna ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (40 reviews)
Clean and spacious room, very quiet resort, staff is super accommodating. Only concern is the drive to the resort

Reviewed on 1 March 2026

Junglo Resort and Spa
Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs

Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs

4 out of 5
San Rafael de Peñas Blancas Peñas Blancas Alajuela
The price is SAR 1,116 per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6
SAR 1,116
SAR 1,261 total
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly lodge in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (404 reviews)
Incredible resort. Would rush back in a heartbeat. We had the cheapest rainforest bungalow and it felt like a suit. Gorgeous bathroom, animals surrounding you, hammock outside was lovely. The breakfast was incredible, the food in the hot springs was excellent and the staff were amazing. Particularly ...

Reviewed on 28 February 2026

Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs
Arenal Rustic Lodge

Arenal Rustic Lodge

3 out of 5
La Fortuna de San Carlos, Jauri Peñas Blancas Alajuela
The price is SAR 287 per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
SAR 287
SAR 324 total
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this lodge in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and onsite spa services. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (43 reviews)
Such a cute rustic place , away from tourist noise. Lots of greens around to please both the eyes and the soul. Breakfast option is on point , you cannot go wrong with typical breakfast ! Sip your coffee in the cute breakfast area and you’re set for the day. Very clean cabana and very kind staff! ...

Reviewed on 27 February 2026

Arenal Rustic Lodge
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

Cabañas Rio Escondido

3 out of 5
El Jauuri, 702 Peñas Blancas Alajuela
Stay at this apartment in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and La Fortuna ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (69 reviews)
I had everything I needed in a very nice, well kept setting. You need to bring your own coffee but you a have a coffee maker. The setting is very nice with a water stream in the backyard. My room looked at the water stream which was very nice. Communication was great. The price is reasonable and ...

Reviewed on 4 February 2026

Cabañas Rio Escondido
Cabañas del Lago

Cabañas del Lago

3 out of 5
702 Peñas Blancas Alajuela
Stay at this cabin in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (74 reviews)
It was a unique place to stay, not far from Fortuna but it was away from the large groups of tourists. The ducks that lived on the little lake there were good at patrolling the property.

Reviewed on 28 February 2026

Cabañas del Lago
Kaluma Villas

Kaluma Villas

3.5 out of 5
Calle la bruja, la fortuna Peñas Blancas Alajuela Province
Book a stay at this family-friendly villa in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and onsite spa services. Popular attractions La Fortuna Waterfall ...
10/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
Beautiful property with great amenities, friendly and responsive host.

Reviewed on 21 February 2026

Kaluma Villas
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.

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Reviews of Peñas Blancas

4.3
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 61%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 26%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 3%
2 - Disappointing
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1 - Terrible 6%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Fun to visit and lots of nature and good trails. Waterfalls are gorgeous.

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!