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Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul

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

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Restaurant
Family Cabin | Terrace/patio
Superior Cabin, Mountain View
Restaurant
Superior Double Room
VIP Access

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$143
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July

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Room options

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Family Cabin | Terrace/patio

Family Cabin

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Superior Cabin, Mountain View

Superior Cabin, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Quadruple Room

Standard Quadruple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

About the area

Map
entrance to La Fortuna Waterfall, La Fortuna, 21007

What's nearby

  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Arenal Adventure World - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 7 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 9 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Ecotermales Fortuna - 10 min drive - 8.1 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 near La Fortuna Waterfall
Consider a stay at Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul and take advantage of a garden, laundry facilities and a bar. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Ginger Bar Restaurante, the on-site restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), airport pick-up service (surcharge) and tour/ticket information
  • Smoke-free property and a front desk safe
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, helpful staff and first-rate property condition
Room features
All guest rooms at Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul include thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, balconies and fridges

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

More

  • Smoke-free property

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

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately USD 8.00 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 52 per person

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; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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

Is Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 29 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul on 1 Jul 2025 start from NZ$142.77, 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.

How much is parking at Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul?

Self-parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request. A fee of USD 52 per person applies.

Where is Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul located?

Situated in La Fortuna, this lodge is within a 15-minute walk of Costa Rica Chocolate Tour, El Salto Fortuna River and Arenal Adventure World. La Fortuna Park and Puentes Colgantes del Arenal are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 418 out of 527 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 527 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 527 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 527 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 527 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

Great location, friendly staff, and comfortable accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Loved our stay at Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul. The staff were all super friendly and helpful and the property was beautiful, quiet, and serene.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Amazing hotel! Recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Great property right in the middle of La Fortuna. Within 30 mins drive of all the places and things you want to see/do. Beautiful view of the volcano. Friendly staff. Rooms are in very lush vegetation which gives a mystic vibe. Amazing experience all together.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Nice property.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Beautiful property, great location, friendly helpful staff, great price, highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Hotel Ranch Cero Azul is a peaceful retreat with charming cabins by a gently flowing river. The serene setting and warm hospitality make it a perfect escape into nature.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

Lots of birds, trees and flowering plants from our front and back porch. Restaurant food was good. The bed was comfortable but furniture and lighting could be improved. Good location with other restaurants either walkable or short drive away.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Beautiful property!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Loved this quaint little spot. Staff very friendly and helpful. Great breakfast options. Beautiful grounds with trail down to river. Much more affordable than staying right in La Fortuna.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Quiet cabin in the rain forest, very friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Lovely setting besutuful grounds. Staff were very friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Wonderful stay in La Fortuna! The property is beautiful and feels very private all the while being very close to La Fortuna and all the restaurants. The staff was so kind and friendly! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

The staff are very helpful and kind!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

The staff was very helpful and made our stay stress free.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

We enjoyed our room and slept well in your comfy bed. Enjoyed the grounds and staff was very friendly. Would recommend this Hotel. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

Friendly staff and very helpful. Bed was comfortable. Room large, but poor lighting. Food was excellent in their restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

Staff was amazing and very accommodating, bed was a little uncomfortable and the road noise was a little loud.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Very good experience with everything. Staff were helpful and friendly. The bungalows are large and very unique. Close enough to the city but far enough away to feel safe. Great location next to the jungle and the river walk. The Howler monkeys woke us up early each morning but that was part of the whole experience. Very good food at the onsite restaurant as well. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Fabulous place in gorgeous nature. The cabins are very fun and feel private with all the vegetation around. We had excellent service from the staff, and a great, rainy night tour on the property from Carina. Very quick walk to mini market and restaurants but off the main drag so it’s nice and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

It was excellent property.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Beautiful grounds, walking paths and lots of privacy between each villa. The staff was helpful and kind. Walking along the river in the mornings was a splendid treat and very relaxing. We walked to town, dining and waterfalls for swimming. The food and drinks on site were very good and reasonably priced. Cannot wait to go back!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

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

10/10

Extremely friendly staff Excellent location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

We had a great stay! The room was clean and the staff was great
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024