Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul

3.0 star property
Lodge in La Fortuna with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Restaurant
Superior Cabin, Mountain View
Superior Double Room
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed
Garden

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr

Explore the area

Map
entrance to La Fortuna Waterfall, La Fortuna, 21007
  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Arenal Adventure World
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • La Fortuna Waterfall
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Family Cabin

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

Superior Cabin, Mountain View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • 139.0 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 60 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Quadruple Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 54 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 56 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

La Fortuna

At Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Costa Rica Chocolate Tour and El Salto Fortuna River. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free lodge offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and tour/ticket assistance. Added amenities include laundry facilities and a front desk safe. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of airport pick-up service. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class La Fortuna lodge include La Fortuna Waterfall and Baldi Hot Springs.

What's nearby

  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Arenal Adventure World - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 6 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Arenal Volcano - 25 min drive - 19.7 km

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 161 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Vid Steakhouse & Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Soda La Hormiga - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Arábigos Coffee House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Soda y Restaurante Víquez - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Tiquicia - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul

Lodge in La Fortuna with restaurant and bar/lounge
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 a safe. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: USD 8 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Ginger Bar Restaurante

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Spa

  • In-room massages

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 lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

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
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

Renovations and closures

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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: from approximately USD 8.00 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
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 and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 

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

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul?

Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul?

As of 2 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul on 4 Apr 2025 start from NZ$168.29, including 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.

Is parking available at Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul?

Yep, Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul has a free self car park.

What makes Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul.

Does Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul serve breakfast?

You bet, guests love the cooked-to-order breakfast here! Offered daily from 7 AM to 9:30 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul?

No, but there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant. The dining venue is closed seasonally each year from January 1 until December 31.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 408 out of 510 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 85 out of 510 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 510 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 510 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 510 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pooja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was excellent property.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Beautiful property. Excellent Room.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ravish

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The setup is run like a close family and they respect and treat you as one. The best surprise is the private jacuzzi in the room which was just blew us away. Brian at the front desk is very courteous and kind
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Private hot tub surround by lush garden
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was great. Would definitely recommend this property. Staff was really friendly. 10/10
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful and made our stay stress free.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry Carlo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple, friendly staff, surrounded by nature. The property has its own trail going to the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Huguette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Cabins are good some with patio with chairs and hamac. The room smelled musty but AC unit helped with humidity. The bathroom is limited with bare minimum. The staff was great, the restaurant is nice with view on the jungle. Nice breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only got to stay one night unfortunately. This place was beautiful. They gave us a complimentary drink upon arrival. It’s a cabin which was so cute! There’s a little bar and restaurant there. We also got a complimentary drink at the bar as well. I honestly don’t have anything bad to say about this place.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Sheila

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff are friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is nothing short of spectacular! It is a family run business and the genuinely care about you having your best visit to Costa Rica! The property is beautifully kept and the staff are super friendly. In my opinion if you don't stay here... you might regret it. We are world travellers and this place is one of the most memorable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sujeeta

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalya

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a lovely place. There is a trail behind the property where you can watch the frogs. Chocolate tour is a walking distance. We booked a few tours with the property which we greatly enjoyed. We’d love to come back one day
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

nicole, Eagle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janette, CERES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing. You definitely felt like you were in the middle of the rainforest without being too far away from downtown pretty much everything is close by
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay! The room was clean and the staff was great
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martina

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful cabin!
Cabin was beautiful, coffee pot and small fridge provided! The cabin was clean and bed was very comfortable. Clean towels always available! Will stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ayelet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Serina

I saw a roach and tv didn’t work .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024