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Rancho El Vago

3.0 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 3-star San Lorenzo hotel

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Superior Double Room
Double Room
Classic Room
Comfort Quadruple Room

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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3 KM Hacia Bajo Rodriguez, Santa Clara, San Lorenzo, Alajuela, 21001
  • Place, Proyecto Asis
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Quesada City Park
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Baldi Hot Springs
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room

Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room

Family Room

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Quadruple Room

Comfort Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room

Classic Room

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

San Lorenzo

In San Lorenzo .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this San Lorenzo hotel, you'll find Proyecto Asis and Canopy San Lorenzo. Quesada City Park and Children's Eternal Rainforest are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Proyecto Asis - 15 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Quesada City Park - 26 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Camara de Ganaderos de San Carlos - 29 min drive - 23.6 km
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 50 min drive - 46.0 km
  • Los Lagos Hot Springs - 51 min drive - 47.1 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Casona Mía - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Soda La Negrita - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Soda Comedor TEC-SSC - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪El Gran Coloso - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪BAR EL ESCONDITE - ‬22 min drive

About this property

Rancho El Vago

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 3-star San Lorenzo hotel
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the swim-up bar. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Free self parking is available.

This 3-star San Lorenzo hotel is smoke free.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
  • Swim-up bar
Rancho El Vago offers 4 accommodations with air conditioning. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bathroom

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Frequently asked questions

How close is Rancho El Vago to the airport?

Rancho El Vago is 21.1 mi (45-min drive) away from the La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rancho El Vago?

As of Jun 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rancho El Vago on Jun 7, 2026 start from CA $77, 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 for more accurate prices.

Does Rancho El Vago have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Rancho El Vago.

Does Rancho El Vago offer free breakfast?

Rancho El Vago offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Rancho El Vago?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Rancho El Vago?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Rancho El Vago?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Rancho El Vago have a pool?

Rancho El Vago features an outdoor pool.

Does Rancho El Vago have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Rancho El Vago have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Rancho El Vago to downtown San Lorenzo?

Rancho El Vago is 2.1 mi away from Valle Azul.

Rancho El Vago Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 3 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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2/10 Terrible

Ioel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10 minutes before check in they contacted me saying they were full and had no space for me and my family.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Wenceslao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La relación costo beneficio es muy buena
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kembly Paola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El desayuno era muy completo y delicioso
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026