Title: Rainforest Sanctuary - Cabin by a River - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Rainforest Sanctuary - Cabin by a River Cabin in La Fortuna with kitchen and balcony ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112940000/112936000/112935953/495d7bb4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property video](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/9A1CB9973399C0715D59CB4C219CD018/c9d7ed13-7434-41e8-a950-3170bfd1aee2-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1080) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112940000/112936000/112935953/a8ef5b67.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112940000/112936000/112935953/092ad725.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112940000/112936000/112935953/b3b31df0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Consider a stay at Rainforest Sanctuary - Cabin by a River and take advantage of a firepit, a garden, and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Breakfast available - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Rainforest Sanctuary - Cabin by a River El Santuario Cabin – Your Romantic Escape in the Rainforest Nestled beside a serene river and surrounded by lush rainforest, El Santuario Cabin offers the perfect romantic getaway. This cozy retreat is fully equipped with a Queen-size bed, private bathroom, hot water jacuzzi, fully equipped kitchen, TV, WiFi, and a terrace with breathtaking views of the river and forest. Located within a 55-acre farm, the property is a paradise for nature lovers. Explore the winding trails through the rainforest, where you can spot sloths, howler monkeys, toucans, and many other bird species. The farm also features cacao, avocado, and papaya plantations, as well as farm animals like horses and cows. Just a few steps from the cabin, you'll find a scenic viewpoint overlooking the majestic Arenal Volcano and Cerro Chato, offering some of the most spectacular sunsets. Enjoy a BBQ area and a cozy riverside fire pit for a magical evening under the stars. Conveniently located only 10 minutes from downtown La Fortuna and 15 minutes from top hot springs like EcoTermales, El Santuario is the ideal base to explore Arenal. Additional Experience: For an extra $50, enjoy a horseback riding tour through the farm and a hands-on cacao experience, where you'll learn the entire chocolate-making process from bean to bar! Escape to El Santuario Cabin and reconnect with nature in this hidden paradise. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Massage ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car available - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Kitchen island - Kitchenette - Microwave - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 1 accessible parking space - 3 steps to reach entrance - No elevator - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Concierge services - Housekeeping (on request) ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Farming classes ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Bicycle parking - Composting - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Farming classes - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Living plant wall - Local artist showcase - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities - Property does not allow children - Recycling - Reusable coffee/tea filters - Towels (changed on request) - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45770000/45769700/45769696/w1124h777x0y0-e7032cbf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Santuario De Ranas, Valle Azul Barrio Pilo - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 9.8 Exceptional 36 reviews CA $124 CA $177 total includes taxes & fees Nov 15 - Nov 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-15&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=45769696&PinnedHotelID=45769696&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111840000/111831800/111831704/a187a52e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Discover cozy cabin with jacuzzi near La Fortuna at only 25 minutes drive Barrio Pilo - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews CA $149 CA $243 total includes taxes & fees Oct 30 - Oct 31 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=111831704&PinnedHotelID=111831704&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71210000/71206000/71205944/2adb820e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy villa surrounded by nature with AC & pool La Fortuna - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.4 Exceptional 30 reviews CA $132 CA $160 total includes taxes & fees Nov 3 - Nov 4 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=71205944&PinnedHotelID=71205944&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113400000/113394600/113394585/c6629206.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cabaña Silvestre A garden to relax with the family! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=10.495887,-84.60723&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:kza_AdzkcO%3FO%3FO%3FO%40O%40O%3FO%40O%40M%40QBM%40OBO%40OBOBMBOBMDOBODMDODMDMDODMDOFKDMFOFMFMFMFKHMFKHKFMHKHMHKHKHKJKHIJKHKJIJIHKJILIJIJIJIJILGLIJGLGLGJGLGLELGLENELGLELCNELGLCNCLCNENALCNCNCLANCN%3FNCLAN%3FNAN%3FNAN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FN%40L%3FN%40NBN%3FLBN%40NBLBNBN%40LDNBLBNBLFLDNBLDLFLDLDLFLDLFLFLFLFJFLHJFLHJHJHJHJHJHJJJHJHHJJJHHHJJJHJHJHLFJHLHJFJFLHJFLFLFLDNFLDJFNDLDNDLDLDNBLDNBNBLDNBL%40NBNBN%40N%40LBP%3FL%40N%40N%40N%3FN%40N%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FNAN%3FNANANAN%3FLCPALANCNCNANCLENCNCLENCLENELENELELGNELGJENGLGLGLIJGLGLIJIJGLIJIJIJKJIJIHKLIHKHKJKHKHKJKFKJKFMHKFMHKFMFMFMFMFMDMFMDMDMFMDODMDMDOBMBODMBO%40ODM%40OBO%40MBO%3FOBO%40M%40O%3FO%3FO%40O%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FOAO%3FO%3FOAMAOCO%3FOCMAOCOAMEOAOCMEOCMCMEOEMEMEMGOEMEMGMEMGKGMGMGKGMIMGKIKGKKKGMKKIIIKKKIIIKMIIKKIKIKIKIKIMGKIKGMIMGKGMGMGMGOEKGMEOEMEMEOEMEOEMCOEMCOCOCMCOAOCOAOCMAQAMAO%3FOAOAO%3FO%3FO%3FO&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=lFW_61KBYZX8f0NJqGYqnJxp6TQ=) La Fortuna, Alajuela Province #### What's nearby - Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 18 min drive - 10.2 km - Baldi Hot Springs - 19 min drive - 12.3 km - Ecotermales Fortuna - 20 min drive - 12.7 km - Los Lagos Hot Springs - 20 min drive - 13.4 km - La Fortuna Waterfall - 23 min drive - 13.0 km #### Getting around - La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 7 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Mary’s BBQ - ‬7 min drive - ‪Restaurante Victorinos - ‬12 min drive - ‪Restaurante Travesía - ‬10 min drive - ‪Restaurante La Finca - ‬9 min drive - ‪Soda y Cafetería La Chozita - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Rainforest Sanctuary - Cabin by a River pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Rainforest Sanctuary - Cabin by a River? > As of Oct 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rainforest Sanctuary - Cabin by a River on Nov 2, 2025 start from CA $194.53, 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](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Rainforest-Sanctuary-Cabin-By-A-River.h112935953.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Where is Rainforest Sanctuary - Cabin by a River located? > Situated in La Fortuna, this cabin is within 6 mi (10 km) of Puentes Colgantes del Arenal, La Fortuna Park, and El Salto Fortuna River. Arenal Adventure World and Costa Rica Chocolate Tour are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Rainforest Sanctuary - Cabin by a River Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenny H. Apr 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### La Fortuna stay We had a great stay and the host was so nice. It was a little smaller than we expected but that ended up being fine. ##### Jenny H. 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