Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs
2 Km. West from San Rafael de Peñas Blancas, San Ramon Alajuela. 15 Km from Fortuna Downtown
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Why people book this hotel
“The room was fantastic and the bathroom was amazing”
“Beautiful bathrooms”
“The staff were amazing and made the whole experience even better”
“- Excellent and friendly service from all members of the staff”
“- Absolutely beautiful location”
“Beautiful, calm location, got to see monkeys, toucans, sloths, frogs and an igua…”
“Great breakfasts (although too big”
“Breakfast was lovely”
“- Spotlessly clean everywhere”
“Accommodation clean and luxurious”
“Loved the hot springs and pools”
“As were the cold pool and river pool”
Overview
Surrounded by 300 acres of lush rainforest, Chachagua Rainforest Hotel offers charming accommodation and an outdoor swimming pool. This resort has a beautiful setting outside Chachagua and 15 km from La Fortuna city center and 32 km from Arenal Volcano. Each spacious room and bungalow at Chachagua Rainforest Hotel has bright, attractive décor. There is free Wi-Fi and views of the surrounding trees and plants. Guests can enjoy Costa Rican cuisine prepared with organic produce, grown in the Chachagua’s grounds. Monkeys, sloths, parrots and other wildlife can be observed in the surrounding rainforest. There are several walking trails leading to waterfalls, streams and ponds. Set in Costa Rica’s Central Valley, the hotel has easy access to the Tilaran mountains and the Children’s International Rainforest. San José and the Gulf of Nicoya coastline can be reached in 90 minutes by car.
Traveller reviews
Sue
extended_group
June 14, 2026
“An experience as well as accommodation”
A beautiful villa in a rainforest. Great breakfasts (although too big!). Loved the hot springs and pools. Recommend the bird watching tour
Robert
couple
May 14, 2026
“Fabulous hotel and staff and the treehouse room was exceptional”
Jeanette
couple
April 30, 2026
“Awesome place 🥰”
Absolutely worth every penny, this place was fantastic. The staff were amazing and made the whole experience even better. We saw loads of frogs, spiders and other animals on the night tour, spent hours relaxing in the hot springs, and even braved the big slide into the river. To top it off, we saw our first sloth! Huge thanks to Bryan for all the helpful tips about Quepos
Rebecca
family_with_children
April 21, 2026
“Beautiful hotel with hot springs experience”
- Absolutely beautiful location. - Excellent and friendly service from all members of the staff. - Jungle slide was a hit with the kids! - Hot springs were an amazing experience. - Spotlessly clean everywhere.
Stephanie
family_with_children
April 6, 2026
“An unforgettable experience!”
Had an amazing 5 nights here. Beautiful, calm location, got to see monkeys, toucans, sloths, frogs and an iguana at the swimming pool. The staff were always so helpful. Fabien was always really quick and responsive to any requests and helped us with all our excursions. The kids loved the hot tubs and the springs and a lot of the time it was just us there or at the pool so really felt far away from it all! Ruben took us on two tours and was a fantastic tour guide both in and out the hotel. We stayed and ate at the restaurants and the staff were amazing. They did a special kids menu and while a bit more expensive we had some good meals and wanted to keep it easier than driving to La Fortuna.
Roman
couple
March 30, 2026
“The best in the business for a rainforest experience.”
Everything, the staff are the best and friendliest people, they talk amongst each other about the guests so even when it's your first time seeing them they already know you. They stay informed over what activities you're doing and are just flat out the best in the business. Place is gorgeous by far the best place we stayed at. Price is expensive but compared to it's competition they are the best for the price. If I could do my trip all over again I would have booked this place for every night. Honestly the best.
Harry
family_with_children
March 16, 2026
“Fantastic resort if you want a bubble to relax in.”
The resort is gorgeous. The room was fantastic and the bathroom was amazing. Breakfast was lovely. Horse riding was very good as it was about 2 hours of actual riding. We walked around the main paths at night and found plenty of frogs/toads/snakes. Easy to get back out onto the 702 tourist road for day trips if you have a car. Hot springs are nice and well presented.
Hannah
couple
March 10, 2026
“Luxurious and relaxing but still with the rainforest on your doorstep”
Very friendly and approachable staff with many activities on offer.
Rohanna
family_with_children
March 6, 2026
“Loved this place!”
A little slice of rainforest heaven! Hot springs were the best! As were the cold pool and river pool! Accommodation clean and luxurious. Beautiful bathrooms. We also did cooking class and night walk here. About half an hour out the way from La fortuna.
Nareni
couple
February 23, 2026
“Two nights here felt like a peaceful rainforest reset.”
We stayed 2 nights at Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs and it was easily one of the highlights of our time in Costa Rica. The property feels like a true rainforest retreat, lush, peaceful, and beautifully kept, with incredible wildlife sounds in the mornings and evenings. The hot springs were a dream after busy days exploring, they are relaxing, quiet, and feel much more natural and intimate than the big commercial resorts. Our room was comfortable and spotless, with thoughtful details that made it feel special, and the staff were genuinely warm, helpful, and attentive throughout the stay. Breakfast was excellent and a great start to early adventure days. If you want somewhere that feels secluded and nature first, but still close enough to La Fortuna for tours and activities, this is a perfect base. We were there partly celebrating my birthday and the staff had left some baked goodies and decorations for us to enjoy as a surprise when I got to the room ! Tip, plan a little time to just enjoy the grounds and hot springs, it is worth slowing down here.
Brian
couple
February 2, 2026
“Fabulous location and beautiful property. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!”
Lovely property and hot pools. Our private cabana was very comfortable and the two on-site restaurants were excellent. We enjoyed the trails and pools for some R&R during our stay.
Chris
family_with_children
January 26, 2026
“An amazing place - quiet, fun, beautiful. The nature/wildlife is incredible. Part of the forest.”
The hotel, rooms, and general setting are stunning.
Lucy
family_with_children
January 19, 2026
“Brilliant hotel, loved it.”
River slide, hot springs! The location was amazing, the trails on the grounds. Loved the ceba tree! Room was spacious and very comfortable.
sarah
couple
January 6, 2026
“The most beautiful setting but it felt unfinished or half done. The beds were so uncomfortable. The cabins were nice eno”
The setting was amazing, set within the rainforest.
Tracey
family_with_children
December 31, 2025
“Overall, highly recommend the resort! We loved it”
Everything was fantastic. The room was clean and modern, the staff were very friendly and the activities were plentiful. Breakfast was great. The food was very good and the service was excellent.
Karen
family_with_children
December 27, 2025
The location was wonderful and the rooms comfortable and spacious
Clare
couple
December 6, 2025
“Relaxing few days”
We got upgraded to a beautiful villa and it was exceptional. It was the relaxation we were after!
Isabelle
couple
November 26, 2025
Our stay was amazing! My husband and I went there for our wedding anniversary and was greeted so nicely with an unexpected upgrade for our anniversary. Absolutely loved the room!!
Valentine
couple
November 15, 2025
Yes very much
Colin
couple
October 14, 2025
“We loved it the location was great and we felt so chilled out by the end of our stay”
The room was amazing, breakfast at the restaurant every morning was delicious. The spa was great! Also I have to say the cocktails were pretty good too!
Facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Activities
Fishing, Hiking, Cycling, Horse riding, Walking tours
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Wine/champagne, Restaurant, Bar, Special diet menus (on request), Snack bar
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Safety deposit box, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms
Internet
WiFi, Internet services, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor pool (all year), Outdoor pool, Garden, Outdoor furniture
Parking
Free parking, Parking, Parking on site, Street parking, Accessible parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Pool and wellness
Sun loungers or beach chairs, Swimming Pool, Swimming pool, Pool/beach towels, Pool bar, Water slide
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Face masks for guests available
Services
Shuttle service, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Daily housekeeping, Concierge service, Shuttle service (additional charge), Packed lunches, Car hire, Tour desk, Fax/photocopying, Laundry, Airport shuttle
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Two Bedroom Villa with Plunge Pool
The private pool is the special feature of this family room. The spacious family room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 3 beds.
Casita Suite
This air-conditioned suite is comprised of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with garden views. The unit has 2 beds.
Jungle Treehouse
This suite's standout features are the pool with a view, hot tub and spa bath. Boasting a private entrance, this spacious suite also includes 1 bedroom, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Featuring a terrace with garden views, this suite also offers air conditioning and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 1 bed.
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