Arenal Rustic Lodge

3.0 star property
Comfortable lodge in Peñas Blancas with free breakfast

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Cabin
Cabin | Living area
Tree House
Cabin | Bathroom
Cabin
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
The price is CA $180
CA $204 total
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May

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La Fortuna de San Carlos, Jauri, Peñas Blancas, Alajuela, 21007
  • Popular LocationArenal Adventure World18 min walk
  • Popular LocationLa Fortuna Waterfall11 min drive
  • Popular LocationArenal Volcano26 min drive
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Room options

Family Cabin

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Studio Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Cabin

Highlights

Balcony
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Tree House

Highlights

Balcony
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Located on the top floor
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Cabin

Highlights

Balcony
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Cabin

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
  • 291 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Peñas Blancas

Arenal Rustic Lodge is located in Peñas Blancas. Baldi Hot Springs and Tabacon Hot Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore La Fortuna Waterfall and Arenal Volcano National Park. Arenal Adventure World and Puentes Colgantes del Arenal are also worth visiting.

What's nearby

  • Arenal Adventure World - 18 min walk
  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 5 min drive
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 10 min drive
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 11 min drive
  • Arenal Volcano - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lava Lounge Bar & Grill - 5 min drive
  • Chipotle's - 5 min drive
  • Arábigos Coffee House - 5 min drive
  • Soda La Hormiga - 5 min drive
  • Restaurante y Pizzería La Parada - 5 min drive

About this property

Arenal Rustic Lodge

Property highlights
At Arenal Rustic Lodge, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • Balconies, coffee/tea makers, and portable fans

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

Outdoor space

  • Balcony

More

  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

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 only accepts cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 21007

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

La Fortuna Gardens Lodge
Arenal Rustic Lodge Lodge
Arenal Rustic Lodge Peñas Blancas
Arenal Rustic Lodge Lodge Peñas Blancas

Frequently asked questions

Is Arenal Rustic Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Arenal Rustic Lodge?

As of May 12, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Arenal Rustic Lodge on May 13, 2024 start from CA $180.47, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Arenal Rustic Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Arenal Rustic Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Arenal Rustic Lodge?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Arenal Rustic Lodge located?

Situated in Peñas Blancas, this lodge is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Arenal Adventure World and within 3 mi (5 km) of Costa Rica Chocolate Tour and Puentes Colgantes del Arenal. The Motmot Jungle and La Fortuna Waterfall are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Arenal Rustic Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 24 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 24 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was amazing once we found it. It is very hard to find as it is in a neighborhood behind houses, but don't let that discourage you. Im telling you how to get there so you can experience the magic. There is a small grass driveway between houses that leads into the jungle. There is a small wooden sign about knee height that marks the entrance on the right side of the driveway. We spent the night in a gorgeous treehouse with all the modern amentities and a great bed. The sounds of the jungle surrounded you with frogs, flowers, wildlife and rain and so much more. The staff were extremely accomodating and friendly they even come out to the street to help us find the place. Please note that the phone number on expedia for them is wrong, their real phone number can be found on google if you look up the property name. I hope you enjoy this place as much as we did.

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were able to view monkeys right from the deck . Best pasta Bolognese ever !!! They only offered dinner on the weekends when we stayed there Excellent Italian chef
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Wendy

Travelled with family
Beautiful cabin. Very clean. Has AC. Awesome view of the jungle. The only reason why i gave it a 4 star is because of the bedding. The bed was not very comfortable. The pillows and sheets were hard. The bed also only had a thin blanket as a cover. You need to bring your own shampoo and conditioner.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Helen

Disliked: Staff & service
AVOID AVOID AVOID.
My husband and I, while on our honeymoon, booked a few nights at Arenal Rustic Lodge. According to their website, their reception desk is open starting at 8am. Imagine our surprise when we pull into the property at 12pm and see absolutely no one there. We looked around, asked the people nearby if they knew anyone who worked at the hotel, and came up empty. We called their number SEVERAL TIMES, only to be sent right to voicemail. I left a message with my contact info and never heard back. (In fact, we only heard from the hotel once I submitted a complaint with Hotels.com.) We had a tour planned that afternoon, and we were due to be picked up at the Arenal Rustic Lodge within the hour of our arrival. Since there was no one there, we had no where to leave our rental car and luggage, so we were forced to find another place to stay. I’m writing this review on as many platforms as possible so people can avoid the awful experience we had. It nearly derailed our honeymoon. Please don’t be charmed by the idea of staying in a “treehouse” unless you want to potentially be stranded. Costa Rica has been lovely so far, and the people are kind, but this experience with Arenal Rustic Lodge was terrible.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great way to start our vacation!
We started our family Costa Rica trip in La Fortuna and decided to stay at Arenal Rustic Lodge. It was a perfect way to start the trip. The lodge is around 15 minutes from town. The family hosts were amazing and incredibly helpful. They offered great advice and were very accommodating. They let my daughters (age 11 and 13) feed the family's horse and they even took us on a hike of a local trail they are starting to develop. We stayed in cabin #5. It had plenty of room for our family of 4. There was a small fridge and fan along with a coffee maker. It was basic but had all we needed. The balcony was a perfect hangout spot to play games and listen to music. A table on the balcony would have been nice along with a few more chairs but we made due. We stayed for 3 nights in April of 2023. We booked all of our tours ahead of time, but the family that runs the lodge was helping other guests with bookings. The lodge is centrally located. Our furthest drive was 30 min to explore hanging bridges. Most activities were within a 15 min drive. The daily "Gallo Pinto" breakfast was a perfect way to start the day. We were able to select our breakfast time every morning which really helped with our daily tours. Our family really enjoyed our stay and would recommend the lodge to other families or couples traveling to La Fortuna.
The family horse
Our balcony
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mansoor

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I am staying in 4 different places and so far all of them are good
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

yelena

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good stay in rustic lodge
We enjoyed our stay. Bed was very comfortable, the lodge was very private and definitely "in" nature.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Barbara

Travelled with group
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lodge itself is located in a gorgeous garden with lots of birds to be seen. Best if you have a car as the location is a hike from Fortuna. We weren't impressed to be without water for 24hrs due to area works and without hot water for the whole stay. The attitude of the staff who were otherwise friendly, did also not scream they recognised this as a sizable problem. On balance, we felt the lodge pricing was quite high all this considered.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Austin

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is very beautiful and the family is very friendly! The rooms are rustic and immersive. Make sure to call ahead of check in for the parking/check in instructions. Lots of wildlife sounds - We saw a toucan in the trees outside our room.

General hotel information

Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
12:00 PM
Star Rating
3.0
Address
La Fortuna de San Carlos, Jauri, Alajuela