Peñas Blancas Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A wooden bridge with a sloth face carved into the center, surrounded by lush greenery and a cloudy sky.
A close-up of a frog with distinctive black and white markings.
A waterfall cascading into a clear pool surrounded by lush greenery.
A frog with white and dark brown markings on a mossy surface.
A small, single-story house with a blue roof and a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and banana trees.

Our guide on where to stay in Peñas Blancas

Find the best Peñas Blancas areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A modern house with a blue roof, surrounded by lush greenery and tropical plants.

El Millon

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in El Millon and surrounding area, you can visit Butterfly Conservatory and Costa Rica Sky Adventures.

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 AU$260 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
AU$260
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly lodge in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs
Chateau Arenal

Chateau Arenal

3 out of 5
El Castillo Peñas Blancas Alajuela
The price is AU$111 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$111
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (121 reviews)
"AC did not work 2 days out of my 3 days stay."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Chateau Arenal
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 AU$241 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$241
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this resort in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and La Fortuna ...
Junglo Resort and Spa
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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 Wi-Fi, free valet parking and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and La Fortuna ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (108 reviews)
"Great host"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026

Cabañas Rio Escondido
Kaluma Villas

Kaluma Villas

3.5 out of 5
Calle la bruja, la fortuna Peñas Blancas Alajuela Province
Stay at this family-friendly villa in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and on-site spa services. Popular attractions La Fortuna Waterfall and El ...
10/10 Exceptional! (43 reviews)
"Fabulous accommodations, excellent host & amazing service! Gorgeous view & beautiful backyard!! We loved every minute of our stay!"

Reviewed on 31 July 2026

Kaluma Villas
Cabañas del Lago

Cabañas del Lago

3 out of 5
702 Peñas Blancas Alajuela
Stay at this cabin in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (81 reviews)
"Un lugar precioso con un gerente estupendo que te ayuda en lo que puede. Lo recomiendo cien por cien."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

Cabañas del Lago
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Stay near popular Peñas Blancas attractions

Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve

9.4/10 (1,547 reviews)
Enjoy a trip to Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve and popular activities such as hiking in Peñas Blancas. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the local tours.
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Activities

La Fortuna: Waterfall, Arenal Volcano and Hot Springs Tour

La Fortuna: Waterfall, Arenal Volcano and Hot Springs Tour

AU$133
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
La Fortuna: Waterfall, Arenal Volcano and Hot Springs Tour
Thermal River Experience

Hot Springs Pura Vida

AU$40
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hot Springs Pura Vida
Skip-the-Line La Fortuna Waterfall Admission Ticket

Skip-the-Line La Fortuna Waterfall Admission Ticket

AU$28
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Skip-the-Line La Fortuna Waterfall Admission Ticket
Don Olivo Chocolate Tour

Don Olivo Chocolate Tour

AU$42
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Don Olivo Chocolate Tour
Zipline Tour Arenal + Indigenous culture + FREE Thermal pools

Zipline Tour Arenal + Indigenous culture + FREE Thermal pools

AU$91
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Zipline Tour Arenal + Indigenous culture + FREE Thermal pools
Coffee, Chocolate & Sugar Cane Tour

Coffee, Chocolate & Sugar Cane Tour (Regular)

AU$90
per adult
Coffee, Chocolate & Sugar Cane Tour (Regular)
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Cities near Peñas Blancas

A suspension bridge in a dense forest.

Monteverde