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Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul

3.0 star property
3-star lodge near La Fortuna Waterfall

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Family Cabin | Terrace/patio
Front of property
Superior Cabin | Private kitchenette
Restaurant
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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entrance to La Fortuna Waterfall, La Fortuna, 21007
  • Place, Costa Rica Chocolate Tour
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, El Salto Fortuna River
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Arenal Adventure World
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Cabin

Deluxe Cabin

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Cabin

Junior Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Romantic Cabin, 1 King Bed

Romantic Cabin, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Cabin | Garden view

Superior Cabin

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 139 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Cabin | Terrace/patio

Family Cabin

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

About the area

La Fortuna

In La Fortuna .Within a 15-minute walk of the lodge, you'll find Costa Rica Chocolate Tour and El Salto Fortuna River. Arenal Adventure World and La Fortuna Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • El Salto Fortuna River - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Arenal Adventure World - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • La Fortuna Park - 6 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Puentes Colgantes del Arenal - 6 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 154 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Fortuneño - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kenko Bar & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tierra Mía - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪La Street - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mexikah Taqueria - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul

3-star lodge near La Fortuna Waterfall
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This 3-star La Fortuna lodge is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul offers 9 accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 52 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is 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

How close is Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul to the airport?

Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul is 2.8 mi (8-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 Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul?

As of Mar 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul on Apr 6, 2026 start from CA $133, 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 Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul have an airport shuttle?

Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul offers a shuttle from the airport to the hotel 24 hours a day, at scheduled times, for a charge of USD 52 per person.

Does Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 15 per person. It's available every day from 7 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul have a pool?

Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site. The dining venue(s) will be closed seasonally each year from January 1 to December 31.

Does Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul to downtown La Fortuna?

Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul is 0.9 mi away from La Fortuna.

Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 501 out of 633 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 106 out of 633 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 633 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 633 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 633 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sumev

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Hot tub surrounded by beautiful plants
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great landscaping! Absolutely wonderful premises. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Kenneth the bartender was the best’ took this hotel to 5 stars!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice. The hot tub was pleasant.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manjot

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Professional and very easy going staff, everyone went above and beyond to make my trip memorable. Very convenient check- in and check-out, quite and nice location. Very delicious breakfast. Enjoyed my stay at this hotel. Special thanks to William for accommodating room requests. Can't thank enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were beautiful with gorgeous plants and grounds The breakfast was delicious! And very helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dulce

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful cabins and amazing staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Marek

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

virginie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional customer service, nice remote cabin, backing onto nature and could hear the river from cabin. Private and quiet. Good location to walk to town or la fortuna waterfall if desired. Shower was ambient temperature. I was greeted with delicious pineapple juice and they accommodated my later checkout. Thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Biljana

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff. Clean, spacious and very convenient location. Would definitely come back and recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room with it's own jacuzzi. Native plants served as privacy walls. It was serene and animal life all over, like birds chirping.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was phenomenal!!!! Private bungalows, private hot tubs, private swings and balcony, in the middle of the rainforest! A nice restaurant and bar on the property. A 10 min walk to the river. About a mile from La Fortuna Waterfall and near a ton of hot springs (may need to drive or uber to these, but I think the hotel would get you ride if you asked). Cannot recommend enough!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hazel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed at a beautiful cabgot to enjoy the nature while
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Logan

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Violeta

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This was a beautiful location and the staff were all very kind. The onsite restaurant was also excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary B

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful, beautiful place. The gardens are amazing. The staff very helpful & accommodating. Really wished we had stayed here longer & not done one night at Tabacon not really worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ethan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was amazing, front desk staff were helpful, and dinner was great! A night tour with Julian was super amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just a beautiful room and property.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caliph

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

José Carlos

Liked: Staff & service
El hotel supera las expectativas, las habitaciones están muy cuidadas. El jacuzzi funciona a la perfección y aunque está en el exterior el área es privada. El internet falla cuando llueve muy fuerte, sin embargo nada grave. El personal es muy atento. Definitivamente volveremos.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, very nice. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yunior, Lehigh Acres

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025