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Chateau Arenal

★★★ El Castillo, Peñas Blancas, Alajuela, 20213, Peñas Blancas, CR

8.4 guest rating· 53 reviews

About this hotel

Recreational Opportunities: Enjoy the outdoor pool and spa tub at the hotel.

Dining and Drinks: Indulge in delicious meals at the restaurant and grab a drink at the bar/lounge.

Convenient Location: Close proximity to Arenal Eco Zoo, Butterfly Conservatory, Lake Arenal, and popular attractions.

Book your stay now and experience the best of Peñas Blancas at Chateau Arenal.

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Room

Sleeps 4 · 2× Double bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi
  • Minibar

<p><strong>2 Double Beds</strong></p><p>Views of the lake and mountains</p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker and minibar (fees may apply)</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and air conditioning</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Tile flooring in room</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking, renovated in June 2024</p><p>Room is accessed via exterior corridors </p>

Basic Double Room

Sleeps 4 · 2× Queen Bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Furnished balcony or patio
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>2 Queen Beds</strong></p><p>Furnished balcony/patio with lake views</p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker and minibar (fees may apply)</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and air conditioning</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Tile flooring in room</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking, renovated in June 2024</p><p>Room is accessed via exterior corridors </p>

Family Room

Sleeps 5 · Double bed, Queen Bed, Sofa bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Furnished balcony or patio
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 Double Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed</strong></p><p>Furnished balcony/patio with lake views</p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker and minibar (fees may apply)</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Extra futon mattress (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and air conditioning</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Tile flooring in room</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking, renovated in June 2024</p><p>Room is accessed via exterior corridors </p>

Family Room

Sleeps 5 · King bed, Double bed, Sofa bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Furnished balcony or patio
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed</strong></p><p>Furnished balcony/patio with lake views</p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker and minibar (fees may apply)</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, a hair dryer, and towels</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Extra futon mattress (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and air conditioning</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Tile flooring in room</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking, renovated in June 2024</p><p>Room is accessed via exterior corridors </p>

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Hot springs nearby
  • Free self parking
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Free breakfast
  • Free continental breakfast
  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Change of bed sheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
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  • Concierge service
  • Designated smoking area
  • Ecotours on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Garden
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Multilingual staff
  • Nature reserve
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Personal motor watercraft nearby
  • Picnic area
  • Rafting nearby
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Swimming nearby
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Ziplining nearby

Location

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El Castillo, Peñas Blancas, Alajuela, 20213, Peñas Blancas, CR

What guests say8.453 reviews

+ Magnificent staff+ Gorgeous restaurant terrace− Outdated rooms and bathrooms
Cleanliness7.6
Service9.1
Location9.1
Room Quality7.1
Amenities8.6
Value for Money8.6

Guest review

10.0

Traveling to Costa Rica was a wonderful experience and the Chateau Hotel is located in a very nice place. The staff was magnificent.

Ada · 2025-08-05

Guest review

8.0

PROS : good for the value, clean, VERY friendly, pleasant, a gorgeous restaurant terrace with a superb view. CONS : Rooms & bathroom are outdated, they need a lot of love. OVERALLL : Think more of a cabin lodge than a 'Chateau'. Cheapest in the area, so it is good for the value.

Serban · 2025-07-16

Guest review

8.0

Nice hotel with good breakfast. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Nice pool and jacuzzi. Quiet, neighborhood area with views of the lake, volcano and mountains. We went for a walk and it's very close to the Butterfly Conservatory and a local restaurant. About a 30 min drive from the La Fortuna town center.

RANDY · 2025-04-20

Guest review

10.0

Really enjoyed our stay here. The staff were kind and helpful. Location is lovely, and rooms are super clean. Would absolutely stay here again if we return.

Sarina · 2025-04-02

Guest review

10.0

My. Family and I stayed here a week. The staff was very friendly and we enjoyed the quiet atmosphere and excellent small hotel. The view was beautiful and they staff was very friendly and always greeted us with a friendly smile and always went above to make our visit pleasant. If you would like to experience small local Costa Rica I highly recommend this small quiet friendly clean hotel.

BRYAN K · 2025-03-24

Guest review

8.0

We enjoyed the Chateau Arenal very much. If I could add a 1/2 star I would do so. It has a beautiful view, the pool and hot tub are lovely, the food is good and interesting, the drinks are delicious and the people are all amazingly friendly, helpful and kind. My only slightly negative comment is the remote location. While we enjoyed ourselves and loved the view, it was quite a drive to get anywhere.

Sandra · 2025-03-08

Good to know

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 hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

›Pets

Pets not allowed

›Pets

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

›Children and extra beds

No rollaway/extra beds available

›Accessibility

No elevators

›General

Professional property host/manager

›Children and extra beds

No cribs (infant beds) available

›Pets

Service animals are allowed