Peñas Blancas Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Scenic view of the giant sloth viewpoint at San Isidro of Penas Blancas, Costa Rica
Scenic view of the giant sloth viewpoint at San Isidro of Penas Blancas, Costa Rica
Black and white dart frog (Dendrobates auratus) "Pena Blanca"
Dendrobates auratus 'Pena Blanca closeup from side view
Keep you're head up when hiking in the jungle near the Arenal Volcano! You want to see the vipers hanging from the trees, but you can also see the symbiotic relationship that happens here in the jungle. Never miss out on an #adventure!

Where to stay in Peñas Blancas

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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.

El Millon
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 ₹13,847 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
₹13,847
₹15,647 total
4 Mar - 5 Mar
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (40 reviews)
Clean and spacious room, very quiet resort, staff is super accommodating. Only concern is the drive to the resort

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Junglo Resort and Spa
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 ₹27,066 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
₹27,066
₹30,585 total
5 Mar - 6 Mar
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (404 reviews)
Incredible resort. Would rush back in a heartbeat. We had the cheapest rainforest bungalow and it felt like a suit. Gorgeous bathroom, animals surrounding you, hammock outside was lovely. The breakfast was incredible, the food in the hot springs was excellent and the staff were amazing. Particularly ...

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs
Arenal Rustic Lodge

Arenal Rustic Lodge

3 out of 5
La Fortuna de San Carlos, Jauri Peñas Blancas Alajuela
The price is ₹6,955 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
₹6,955
₹7,859 total
4 Mar - 5 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this lodge in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and on-site spa services. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (43 reviews)
Such a cute rustic place , away from tourist noise. Lots of greens around to please both the eyes and the soul. Breakfast option is on point , you cannot go wrong with typical breakfast ! Sip your coffee in the cute breakfast area and you’re set for the day. Very clean cabana and very kind staff! ...

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Arenal Rustic Lodge
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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! (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 4 Feb 2026

Cabañas Rio Escondido
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! (74 reviews)
It was a unique place to stay, not far from Fortuna but it was away from the large groups of tourists. The ducks that lived on the little lake there were good at patrolling the property.

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Cabañas del Lago
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! (19 reviews)
Beautiful property with great amenities, friendly and responsive host.

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Kaluma Villas
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Popular places to visit

Butterfly Conservatory

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.

Butterfly Conservatory

Arenal Eco Zoo

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.

Arenal Eco Zoo

La Altura Viewpoint

You can find out about the history of Peñas Blancas with a visit to La Altura Viewpoint. Discover the hot springs in this relaxing area or seek out the hiking trails.

La Altura Viewpoint

Cities near Peñas Blancas

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