Chateau Arenal

Hotel with outdoor pool, near Lake Arenal

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Dates

November 2025

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December 2025

Basic Double Room | Minibar, individually decorated, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Surrounded by the lush beauty of Lake Arenal, Chateau Arenal offers a serene retreat. Indulge in continental breakfast, rejuvenate at the spa tub, or explore Costa Rica Sky Adventures nearby. With laundry facilities and an outdoor entertainment area, this hotel is perfect for families and active travelers alike.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Bar
Spa
Laundry facilities
Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Outdoor pool
Children's pool
Hot tub
Coffee shop/cafe
Spa services
Air conditioning
Garden
Self-serve laundry
Multilingual staff
Concierge services

Feel at home (6)

Children's pool
Private bathroom
Garden
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Coffee/tea maker

$135 nightly

Nov 12 - Nov 13

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Nov 4 - Nov 5

Tomorrow

Nov 5 - Nov 6

All rooms

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Basic Double Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Renovated in 2024

Blackout drapes/curtains

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Coffee/tea maker

Lake view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Family Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Renovated in 2024

Free extra futon mattress

Blackout drapes/curtains

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Lake view
Sleeps 5
1 Double Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Family Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Renovated in 2024

Free extra futon mattress

Blackout drapes/curtains

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Lake view
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Room

Highlights

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Renovated in 2024

Blackout drapes/curtains

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Coffee/tea maker

Minibar

Lake view
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Similar properties

Pool
Free breakfast
Airport transfer
Free parking

$133 nightly

Nov 5 - Nov 6

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

El Castillo, Peñas Blancas, Alajuela, 20213

What's nearby

Costa Rica Sky Adventures - 8 min drive - 4.5 km
Tabacon Hot Springs - 21 min drive - 13.2 km
Arenal Volcano National Park - 21 min drive - 13.6 km
Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park - 27 min drive - 16.7 km
La Fortuna Waterfall - 42 min drive - 29.5 km

Getting around

La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 40 min drive
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 47.5 miles/76.4 km
San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 52.7 miles/84.9 km

Restaurants

‪Shangri-La Gardens - ‬19 min drive
‪Tucanes - ‬19 min drive
‪Soda La Palma - ‬21 min drive
‪Roca di Baldi Sports Bar - ‬27 min drive
‪Restaurante El Jilguero - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Chateau Arenal

Chateau Arenal puts you within a 15-minute drive of Lake Arenal and Arenal Volcano. Guests indulge in deep-tissue massages, then grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe. An outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a hot tub are other features. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 16 rooms
- Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

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

Special check-in instructions

- The property charges 3.5 percent 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

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

Children

- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free uncovered onsite self parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

- Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop

Traveling with children

Children's pool

What to do

Ecotours
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Ziplining nearby
Hot springs nearby
Marina nearby

Services

Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas

Facilities

Garden
Picnic area
An outdoor pool
Spa services
Hot tub
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Stair-free path to entrance
Tile flooring in public areas
Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

Air conditioning
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

Individually decorated

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Shower only
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper

Stay connected

Free WiFi

More

Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

Optional extras

Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3.5 percent

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a security system on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay.

Also known as

Chateau Arenal Hotel

Chateau Arenal Peñas Blancas

Chateau Arenal Hotel Peñas Blancas

Frequently asked questions

Does Chateau Arenal offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Chateau Arenal 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.

Is there a pool at Chateau Arenal?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Chateau Arenal?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Chateau Arenal?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Chateau Arenal?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at Chateau Arenal and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, fishing, and hiking. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool. Chateau Arenal also has spa services and a picnic area, as well as a garden.