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
$211 nightly
The price is $238 total per night from Oct 30 to Oct 31
$238 total
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Total with taxes and fees
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! (349 reviews)
The property is absolutely stunning, and quiet. They are undergoing renovation so it might be a little louder in some area but other than that, it's a very relaxing experience
Reviewed on Oct 27, 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
$146 nightly
The price is $166 total per night from Nov 8 to Nov 9
$166 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and 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 Aug 10, 2025
Chateau Arenal
El Castillo, Peñas Blancas, Alajuela
$98 nightly
The price is $110 total per night from Oct 30 to Oct 31
$110 total
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Total with taxes and fees
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (75 reviews)
Breakfast was healthy and good
Reviewed on Oct 15, 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
702, 3,5 km sur del Polideportivo de Fortuna, Peñas Blancas, Alajuela
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! (57 reviews)
I loved the properly. The outside and buildings a well maintained and are newer. It is visually appealing, and quaint. Cabins are roomy but small enough to let you know you aren’t in your own home. AC+. Host was helpful with helping me setup activities. My only small recommendation is a little dusting ...
Reviewed on Oct 26, 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 Sep 8, 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (53 reviews)
The entire property is so beautiful! There is a beautiful river you can swim in and a lovely trail. The rooms were very clean and the entire place is just so tranquil. We will definitely return one day.
Reviewed on Oct 18, 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.
Things to do
Upper Balsa River White Water Rafting Class 3/4 in Costa Rica
$71
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Baldi Hot Springs Resort – Day Pass with One Meal
$75
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
The Best ATV Adventure: Muddy Trails, Wildlife & Arenal Views
$105
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Balsa River White Water Rafting class 2/3 in Costa Rica
$60
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Arenal Volcano ATV Guided Experience in La Fortuna
$91
per traveler
94% of travellers recommend
Arenal 12 Zipline Cables Experience Fly over La Fortuna Waterfall
$108
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
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!
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- Visit El Castillo
- Visit El Fosforo
- El Castillo Vacations
- Arenal Eco Zoo
- Butterfly Conservatory
- Costa Rica Sky Adventures
- Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park
- Arenal Volcano
- Chato Volcano
- Cerro Chato Lake
- Tabacon Hot Springs
- Titoku Hot Springs
- La Fortuna Waterfall
- The Motmot Jungle
- Visit Arenal Hot Springs
- Ecoglide Arenal Park
- Arenal Hot Springs Vacations
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- Baldi Hot Springs
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- Go Adventure Park
- Ecotermales Fortuna
- 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