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.
Junglo Resort and Spa
150m surest y 54 metros suroesta del proyecto suenos de reyes en santa gertrudis Bosque Peñas Blancas Alajuela
$163 nightly
The price is $185 total per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
$185 total
Mar 9 - Mar 10
Total with taxes and 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
Amazing staff and views.
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026
Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs
San Rafael de Peñas Blancas Peñas Blancas Alajuela
$298 nightly
The price is $336 total per night from Mar 4 to Mar 5
$336 total
Mar 4 - Mar 5
Total with taxes and 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (397 reviews)
The staff and accomodations was beyond our expectations. The best part of our 10 day vacation in Costa Rica. I would recommend this resort to anyone. The moment we stepped foot on the property we were treated to first class service. We will be back and look forward to staying another vacation at ...
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026
Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs
11 Miles South from Downtown La Fortuna Peñas Blancas Alajuela
$189 nightly
The price is $214 total per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
$214 total
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attraction ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (427 reviews)
Our room was clean, beds were comfortably firm. The bathroom could have used a light fixture closer to the sink/mirror, as half your face was in shadow when shaving. The exterior light above the door did not work, making the entry a bit dark. The food was exceptional at the restaurant. We ate dinner ...
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
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 apartment in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and La Fortuna ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (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 Feb 4, 2026
Cabañas del Lago
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (69 reviews)
Loved our cabin! The property is beautiful and so close to the town. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026
Kaluma Villas
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! (18 reviews)
This property completely exceeded my expectations. The staff was very helpful. The kitchen was wonderful for our family. We were very pleased to find two balconies and a kitchenette on the top floor! Basic cooking items were included which made everything so much easier to prepare basic meals. I ...
Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026
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
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.
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 hot springs and 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
La Fortuna: Waterfall, Arenal Volcano and Hot Springs Tour
$99
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Baldi Hot Springs Resort – Day Pass with One Meal
$80
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Horseback Riding To The La Fortuna Waterfall
$69
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
La Fortuna ATV Adventure with Mud Mask and Arenal Volcano Views
$105
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Monteverde Night Tour: Glass Frogs, lateralis, Sloths & Jungle
$38
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Skip-the-Line La Fortuna Waterfall Admission Ticket
$20
per adult
98% 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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- Arenal Eco Zoo
- Butterfly Conservatory
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- Arenal Volcano
- Chato Volcano
- Cerro Chato Lake
- Tabacon Hot Springs
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- The Motmot Jungle
- Visit Arenal Hot Springs
- Ecoglide Arenal Park
- Arenal Hot Springs Vacations
- Los Lagos Hot Springs
- Baldi Hot Springs
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- Go Adventure Park
- Ecotermales Fortuna
- Children's Eternal Rainforest
- Butterfly Conservatory
- Arenal Eco Zoo
- Chato Volcano
- La Altura Viewpoint
- Arenal Volcano National Park
- Arenal Volcano
- Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve
- Los Lagos Hot Springs
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- La Fortuna Waterfall
- Lake Arenal
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- Tenorio Volcano National Park
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- Ecotermales Fortuna
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- Monteverde Butterfly Gardens
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- Natura Eco Park
- Costa Rica Chocolate Tour
- Selvatura Adventure Park
- Wildlife Refuge Monteverde
- El Tigre Waterfalls
- Puentes Colgantes del Arenal
- Monteverde Orchid Garden
