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Chateau Arenal

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a quick walk to Lake Arenal

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Basic Double Room
Restaurant
Basic Double Room
Terrace/patio
Basic Double Room | Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry

Room options

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Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2024
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2024
Free extra futon mattress
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2024
Free extra futon mattress
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Basic Double Room

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2024
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
The price is AU$340
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
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About the area

Map
El Castillo, Peñas Blancas, Alajuela, 20213

What's nearby

  • Costa Rica Sky Adventures - 8 min drive
  • Arenal Volcano - 15 min drive
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 18 min drive
  • Arenal Volcano National Park - 19 min drive
  • Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Río Lounge - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Agua Ardiente Pool Bar - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Fusión Arenal Mirador. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Soda La Palma - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Las Palmas - ‬25 min drive

About this property

Chateau Arenal

Hotel located near Lake Arenal with rooms rejuvenated in 2024
Located close to Costa Rica Sky Adventures, Chateau Arenal provides free continental breakfast, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. Active travellers can enjoy ecotours at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities and an outdoor entertainment area.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Outdoor furniture, tour/ticket information and concierge services
  • A nature reserve and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually decorated, and include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and minibars.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • Coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 65
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 30 (from 6 to 12 years old)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Chateau Arenal Hotel
Chateau Arenal Peñas Blancas
Chateau Arenal Hotel Peñas Blancas

Frequently asked questions

Does Chateau Arenal have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Is Chateau Arenal pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Chateau Arenal?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Chateau Arenal?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Chateau Arenal?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Chateau Arenal located?

Situated in a national park, this hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Lake Arenal and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Costa Rica Sky Adventures. Arenal Volcano and Tabacon Hot Springs are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Chateau Arenal Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 60 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Eugene

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dogs barking, every night,... motorcycles and 4 wheel ATV's running up and down road in front of hotel.... until late at night....and very early every morning...staff friendly and helpful... would not go back because of the noise.....and lack of sleep...
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

James

The staff were awesome as well as the views. The pool was nice too. Water was cold, and the toilet seat was broken.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Ludger

The room was very basic. 2 beds no chairs small bathroom without shelves However with great view of the Vulcano and proximity to the national park trails Infinity swimming pool and hot tub Excellent dinner choice with red snapper and great sides. Very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

malcolm

The staff was by far the was the best I’ve been around in my 25 years of traveling the globe.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

This property is the cutest. Tucked away on the top of a mountain. Waking up each morning with the sunrise over Arenal was amazing. The humming birds all around were magical. Thank you for a fabulous relaxed stay closest enough to all but far enough for quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Well run property and staff was very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

We enjoyed our stay at the chateau! The views were amazing and the restaurant food was delicious and beautifully presented.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Friendly staff, great location and view of the volcano, breakfast included in tour stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Beautiful place with a view of the Arenal Volcano and the best food at the restaurant!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Amazing view!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Beautiful stay with views
Beautiful little cabins with views overlooking the volcano. Restaurant was great. All the staff was friendly and our receptionist Dylan was amazing, very helpful and made our stay there, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Jie

Facilities are just ok, room is more like a cabin, the surroundings and views are great. There are a few good restaurants in walking distance.

8/10 Good

Michael

Great location overlooking lake Arenal and Arenal. Beautiful grounds and view. Friendly staff. Very basic room with uncomfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Melody

The place has a espectacular view of the volcanos from all it rooms and the restaurant if very good.. the people attending are very kind and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Mario

Everything was great! Food was world class! The only thing that could have been better was the bad smell coming from the bathroom, something to consider/remodel!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Great views of Arenal volcano from the balcony. Staff at restaurant were excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Napoleon

Cute cabins with a great view.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Richard

Amazing view
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Nice view of the volcano, we saw different animals around in the property
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

J

Everyone was super friendly and helpful from the moment I got there. From helping me get a taxi, to helping plan activities for my days the staff was great! Plus the view of the Volcano from the hotel is the best in town!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Average hotel with view
Nothing much beside the view and free continental breakfast. Room in front of the volcano, too bad it was hazy and didn’t see much.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackson D.

Everyone who we came in contact was so friendly, anything we need in their power they were able to provide. The service at both hotel and restaurant were excellent. I would recommend this place to anyone. Lots of fun activities to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yoseline

Staff was friendly, typical breakfast included (tasty), lake and volcano view, soothing to hear the rain on the roof. Our room didn't have but fan was enough. They can do your laundry if needed, wifi was good as well
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

KUAN YU

Awesome views of volcano and mountains from patio and room balcony. Clean and basic room. AC and WiFi works well. Complimentary breakfast was delicious. We stayed 3 nights. Fortuna waterfall, chocolate tour and Mistco suspension bridges were the best attractions. .
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gursharan

Its a beautiful property, the staff is really friendly and the view from the rooms is gorgeous. The facility is as good as it can be for a local business. Would definitely go back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023