Chateau Arenal

Hotel with free breakfast, a quick walk to Lake Arenal

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October 2025

November 2025

Minibar, individually decorated, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Chateau Arenal, amid the stunning Lake Arenal, offers a continental breakfast, a relaxing spa tub, and laundry facilities. Nearby, Costa Rica Sky Adventures awaits. The hotel also features an outdoor entertainment area for families and adventure seekers.

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Popular amenities

Bar
Spa
Laundry

Room options

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Tonight

Oct 5 - Oct 6

Tomorrow

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Minibar

Lake view
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Family Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Renovated in 2024

Blackout drapes/curtains

Free extra futon mattress

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

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

Blackout drapes/curtains

Free extra futon mattress

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

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

Private bathroom

Hair dryer

Minibar

Coffee/tea maker

Lake view
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

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

Restaurants

‪Shangri-La Gardens - ‬19 min drive
‪Soda La Palma - ‬21 min drive
‪Roca di Baldi Sports Bar - ‬27 min drive
‪Tucanes - ‬19 min drive
‪Restaurante Las Palmas - ‬25 min drive

About this property

Chateau Arenal

Hotel located near Lake Arenal with rooms renovated in 2024

Located close to Costa Rica Sky Adventures, Chateau Arenal provides free continental breakfast, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Active travelers can enjoy ecotours at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and an outdoor entertainment area.

Additional perks include:

An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
Free self parking
Concierge services, outdoor furniture, and tour/ticket assistance
A nature reserve and multilingual staff
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff

Room features

All guestrooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and minibars.

More amenities include:

Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
Coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

Similar properties

Breakfast, lunch served; local and international cuisine, garden views

Pool
Hot Tub
Breakfast included
Spa

P8,775 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

Free uncovered self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant

Things to do

Children's pool
Ecotours
Hot tub
Outdoor pool

Family friendly

Children's pool
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool

Conveniences

Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

Garden
In a national park
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas

Spa

Deep-tissue massages
Hot stone massages
Sports massages
Swedish massages

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator
Stair-free path to entrance
Tile flooring in public areas
Tile flooring in room
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

2 floors
Designated smoking areas
Renovated guestrooms - June 2024

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes

Bathroom

Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Minibar

Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. 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)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash

Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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 property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Chateau Arenal Hotel

Chateau Arenal Peñas Blancas

Chateau Arenal Hotel Peñas Blancas

Frequently asked questions

Does Chateau Arenal have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Chateau Arenal pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Chateau Arenal?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Chateau Arenal?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Chateau Arenal?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Chateau Arenal located?

Situated in a national park, this hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Lake Arenal and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Costa Rica Sky Adventures. Arenal Volcano and Tabacon Hot Springs are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Internet

Parking and transportation

Food and drink

Things to do

Family friendly

Conveniences

Guest services

Outdoors

Spa

Accessibility

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Food and drink

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Policies

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Special check-in instructions

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