entrance to La Fortuna Waterfall, La Fortuna, 21007
What's nearby
Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Arenal Adventure World - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
La Fortuna Waterfall - 7 min drive - 3.6 km
Baldi Hot Springs - 9 min drive - 7.7 km
Ecotermales Fortuna - 10 min drive - 8.1 km
Getting around
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 161 min drive
Restaurants
La Vid Steakhouse & Pizza - 3 min drive
Soda La Hormiga - 3 min drive
Arábigos Coffee House - 3 min drive
Soda y Restaurante Víquez - 3 min drive
Restaurante Tiquicia - 10 min walk
About this property
Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul
Lodge near La Fortuna Waterfall
Consider a stay at Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul and take advantage of a garden, laundry facilities, and a bar. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Ginger Bar Restaurante, the on-site restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
Free self parking
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), airport pick-up service (surcharge), and smoke-free premises
A front-desk safe and tour/ticket assistance
Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff, and first-rate property condition
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul offer perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
24-hour airport pick-up shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 8 per person
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
Ginger Bar Restaurante
Family friendly
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Garden
Spa
In-room massages
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
No elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
More
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Minibar
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from January 1 to December 31:
Dining venue(s)
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 8.00 per person
Airport shuttle fee: USD 52 per person
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul La Fortuna
Rancho Cerro Azul La Fortuna
Rancho Cerro Azul
Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul Costa Rica/Arenal Volcano National Park
Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul Lodge
Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul La Fortuna
Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul Lodge La Fortuna
Frequently asked questions
Is Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Does Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request. A fee of USD 52 per person applies.
Where is Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul located?
Situated in La Fortuna, this lodge is within a 15-minute walk of Costa Rica Chocolate Tour, El Salto Fortuna River, and Arenal Adventure World. La Fortuna Park and Puentes Colgantes del Arenal are also within 2 mi (3 km).
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Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 422 out of 532 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 92 out of 532 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 532 reviews
6 - Okay
13
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 532 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 532 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10
Loved everything about this location
cynthia
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10
Great location, friendly staff, and comfortable accommodations.
brad
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10
Loved our stay at Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul. The staff were all super friendly and helpful and the property was beautiful, quiet, and serene.
Nicole
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10
Amazing hotel! Recommended!
Arad
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10
Nice property.
Shanon
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10
Beautiful property, great location, friendly helpful staff, great price, highly recommend
Hamilton
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10
Great property right in the middle of La Fortuna. Within 30 mins drive of all the places and things you want to see/do. Beautiful view of the volcano. Friendly staff. Rooms are in very lush vegetation which gives a mystic vibe. Amazing experience all together.
Hassan
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10
Hotel Ranch Cero Azul is a peaceful retreat with charming cabins by a gently flowing river. The serene setting and warm hospitality make it a perfect escape into nature.
Jaime
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
8/10
Lots of birds, trees and flowering plants from our front and back porch. Restaurant food was good. The bed was comfortable but furniture and lighting could be improved. Good location with other restaurants either walkable or short drive away.
David
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10
Beautiful property!
Carleen
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10
Loved this quaint little spot. Staff very friendly and helpful. Great breakfast options. Beautiful grounds with trail down to river. Much more affordable than staying right in La Fortuna.
Heather
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10
Quiet cabin in the rain forest, very friendly staff.
Gregory
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10
Wonderful stay in La Fortuna! The property is beautiful and feels very private all the while being very close to La Fortuna and all the restaurants. The staff was so kind and friendly! Would definitely stay here again.
Thomas
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10
The staff was very helpful and made our stay stress free.
Hana
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
10/10
Lovely setting besutuful grounds. Staff were very friendly and helpful
Gill
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10
The staff are very helpful and kind!
Shelby
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10
We enjoyed our room and slept well in your comfy bed. Enjoyed the grounds and staff was very friendly. Would recommend this Hotel. Thank you!
Ginger
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
8/10
Friendly staff and very helpful. Bed was comfortable. Room large, but poor lighting. Food was excellent in their restaurant.
Michael
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
8/10
Staff was amazing and very accommodating, bed was a little uncomfortable and the road noise was a little loud.
Antonio
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10
Very good experience with everything. Staff were helpful and friendly. The bungalows are large and very unique. Close enough to the city but far enough away to feel safe. Great location next to the jungle and the river walk. The Howler monkeys woke us up early each morning but that was part of the whole experience. Very good food at the onsite restaurant as well. We would definitely stay there again.
Deanna
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10
Fabulous place in gorgeous nature. The cabins are very fun and feel private with all the vegetation around. We had excellent service from the staff, and a great, rainy night tour on the property from Carina.
Very quick walk to mini market and restaurants but off the main drag so it’s nice and quiet
Claire
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
10/10
It was excellent property.
Pooja
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10
Extremely friendly staff
Excellent location
Faraz
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10
We had a great stay! The room was clean and the staff was great