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Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul

3.0 star property
Lodge with restaurant, near La Fortuna Waterfall

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Airport pick-up service
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The price is $97
includes taxes & fees
$86 per night
Dec 12 - Dec 13

Room options

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Family Cabin | Terrace/patio

Family Cabin

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

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Superior Cabin, Mountain View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Superior Cabin, Mountain View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 1496 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 646 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Quadruple Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Standard Quadruple Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 581 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 603 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
entrance to La Fortuna Waterfall, La Fortuna, 21007

What's nearby

  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Arenal Adventure World - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 6 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Arenal Volcano - 25 min drive - 19.7 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 7 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 161 min drive
  • Airport pick-up service

Restaurants

  • ‪Pollo Fortuneño - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Vid Steakhouse & Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Soda La Hormiga - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Arábigos Coffee House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Soda y Restaurante Víquez - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul

Located just 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from the airport, Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul offers pick-up service (available 24 hours). You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Also, La Fortuna Waterfall and Baldi Hot Springs are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and overall property condition.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 9 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
  • Contactless check-out available
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Front desk staffed during limited hours

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

  • Airport pickup on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Handrails in stairways

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Ginger Bar Restaurante - Onsite restaurant.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 8.00 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 52 per person

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from January 1 to December 31:
  • Dining venue(s)

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul La Fortuna
Rancho Cerro Azul La Fortuna
Rancho Cerro Azul
Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul Costa Rica/Arenal Volcano National Park
Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul Lodge
Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul La Fortuna
Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul Lodge La Fortuna

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul?
Yes, a shuttle from the airport to the hotel is available. The charge is USD 52 per person.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul and nearby?
Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Ginger Bar Restaurante.
Does Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul like?
Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul is a short 5-minute walk from Costa Rica Chocolate Tour and 13 minutes' walk from Arenal Adventure World. Travelers give top marks for the lodge's prime location.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

Staff are friendly and accommodating.
Sheila, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Albert, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was amazing. You definitely felt like you were in the middle of the rainforest without being too far away from downtown pretty much everything is close by
Janette, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay! The room was clean and the staff was great
Hannah, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful cabin!
Cabin was beautiful, coffee pot and small fridge provided! The cabin was clean and bed was very comfortable. Clean towels always available! Will stay again!
Martina, 4-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Peter, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Ayelet, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

I saw a roach and tv didn’t work .
Serina, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great property and amazing staff. Bathroom needs renovation. Close to downtown, easy to be picked up for excursions and Uber, quiet.
Zaena, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The property itself is very beautiful, especially the trail nearby. However, there are definitely insects that can be found in the room as one may expect being at an eco-lodge. Bathrooms need to be renovated. Uber drivers are around and you are between 5 to 10 minutes to downtown La Fortuna
Zaena, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Extremely friendly staff Excellent location
Faraz, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

James, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Karthik Mohan, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed our stay at the Rancho and will definitely stay there again in the future.
Karla, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Nice room, but Internet didn't work. Staff confirmed long-standing problem, not helpful.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

It was beautiful and quiet. We loved having a hammock to relax in.
Jesika, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It was beautiful place and people, owners are at the property greeting you, you have your privacy in our own chalet. close to everything ! Food was awsome! Theres security at night,making sure you come back safe from your adventures. We felt like home Small hike down a river...peacefull Thank you Alonso and all staff and family
Alondra, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I enjoyed our stay at the Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul. The room was very nice and the staff was very friendly.
Richard, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Thomas, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was friendly and helpful as we checked in. There is an amazing walking trail just behind the property where you can see some beautiful birds hanging out. Easy to find and convenient distance from restaurants and activities. They also gave us complimentary coffee and welcome drinks :) We enjoyed our stay!
Apeksha, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Nice cabins and very well equipped. Only issue was it was right on the main Street and there was only a hedge of bushes separating. Hence road noise was disturbing but overall great experience with spa and patio. Walk to river thru the forest was a big bonus
Subbu, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

The property was conveniently located. Nice restaurant in walking distance. The cute outside bar offered a variety of drinks and was a nice way to relax before going to bed. The cottages were not quite what we expected. Could have been a bit cleaner. The hammock in the front defeated the purpose of relaxing as there was a lot of walk by traffic. Would have been better on the back porch.
Jutta, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We lived everything about this hotel. The bungalows were so cute and it had everything we needed. The whole staff was amazing we were greeted by Kevin he was so nice and accommodating greeted with cold towels which was everything we didn’t know we needed. I will definitely book again. I love a family owned business, you can tell the take great pride in hospitality.
Jeffrey Shawn, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Cecilia, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

General property information

Travelers Say
"The room was huge-high ceilings, a kitchenette, and a large, modern bathroom with lots of storage space and great water pressure."
Reasons to Book
Beautiful Rooms & Comfortable Beds
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM