Peñas Blancas Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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!
Most amazing place I have ever stayed. Ranch Margot and Costa Rica will be missed

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 Costa Rica Sky Adventures and Arenal Volcano National Park.

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 Rp2.759.552 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
Rp2.759.552
Rp3.118.293 total
24 Mar - 25 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! (49 reviews)
Amazing family stay at Junglo Resort! The kids loved being surrounded by nature, and the bungalows were clean, safe, and comfortable. Staff were incredibly kind and welcoming—perfect place for a relaxing family getaway. Keep up the good work guys! Again thank you for the basketball, all the coconuts, ...

Reviewed on 19 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 Rp4.287.862 per night from 11 Apr to 12 Apr
Rp4.287.862
Rp4.845.284 total
11 Apr - 12 Apr
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! (408 reviews)
Super nice property. Love the hot spring. Go there every day. The compensatory tour is super nice too and learned a lot about the rain forest and the little town. Would recommend it.

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs
Chateau Arenal

Chateau Arenal

3 out of 5
El Castillo Peñas Blancas Alajuela
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (92 reviews)
Great stay.

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

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Chateau Arenal
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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! (77 reviews)
The owner Roy was super helpful and had a big heart. We were hit by a motorcycle at the entrance of the hotel in a dark night. Roy stayed with all night to calm us down, handle the issue as translator, as coordinator guiding us through the whole process and brought us to the police station to report. ...

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Cabañas del Lago
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! (73 reviews)
Simply amazing. From start to finish the receptionist was super helpful and welcoming. Beautiful property with so many places to relax, super aesthetically pleasing and a must stay at place if you’re visiting La Fortuna. It’s only a 6 min drive to the main strip in La Fortuna and if you decide to ...

Reviewed on 22 Mar 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! (20 reviews)
Clean room, the staff decorated for my birthday, great communication!

Reviewed on 2 Mar 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

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

Things to do

Monteverde Night Tour: Glass Frogs, lateralis, Sloths & Jungle

Monteverde Night Tour: Glass Frogs, lateralis, Sloths & Jungle

Rp644.404
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Monteverde Night Tour: Glass Frogs, lateralis, Sloths & Jungle
La Fortuna: North Fields Coffee and Chocolate Tour

La Fortuna: North Fields Coffee and Chocolate Tour

Rp778.550
per adult
La Fortuna: North Fields Coffee and Chocolate Tour
White Water Rafting Class II and III

White Water Rafting Class II and III

Rp1.102.270
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
White Water Rafting Class II and III
Sloths Watching Tour through Sloth's Territory

Sloths Watching Tour through Sloth's Territory

Rp847.900
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Sloths Watching Tour through Sloth's Territory
La Fortuna: Waterfall, Arenal Volcano and Hot Springs Tour

La Fortuna: Waterfall, Arenal Volcano and Hot Springs Tour

Rp1.678.842
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
La Fortuna: Waterfall, Arenal Volcano and Hot Springs Tour
Sky Adventures Park Zipline Course and Aerial Tram in Arenal Park

Sky Adventures Park Zipline Course and Aerial Tram in Arenal Park

Rp1.875.555
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sky Adventures Park Zipline Course and Aerial Tram in Arenal Park
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Cities near Peñas Blancas

Forêt nuageuse de Monteverde

Monteverde

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Tilaran