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Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs

3.0 star property
Mountain retreat offers natural beauty, local cuisine at Restaurante Leonardos, and relaxing poolside experiences for sun-seekers

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Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs sits in the mountains, offering a peaceful escape. Travelers start their day with a complimentary full breakfast, then choose between unwinding with a drink at the bar or lounging by one of the two outdoor pools with sun loungers.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

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Room options

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Standard Bungalow | Garden view

Standard Bungalow

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Air conditioning
Fridge
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Treehouse Bungalow

Treehouse Bungalow

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Air conditioning
Fridge
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Bungalow | Garden view

Deluxe Bungalow

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Garden
Air conditioning
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Mountain view
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Glass Bungalow | Terrace/patio

Glass Bungalow

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Garden
Air conditioning
Fridge
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Mountain view
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Treehouse

Deluxe Treehouse

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Air conditioning
Fridge
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Mountain view
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Garden
Air conditioning
Fridge
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Located in Peñas Blancas, Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs is in a rural area and in the mountains. Baldi Hot Springs and Los Lagos Hot Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Arenal Volcano National Park and La Fortuna Waterfall. Arenal Adventure World and Puentes Colgantes del Arenal are also worth visiting. Rafting offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby. Visit our Peñas Blancas travel guide
Map
11 Miles South from Downtown La Fortuna, Arenal Volcano National Park, Peñas Blancas, Alajuela, 20213

What's nearby

  • La Altura Viewpoint
    3 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Children's Eternal Rainforest
    14 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Baldi Hot Springs
    56 min drive - 30.3 km
  • Ecotermales Fortuna
    57 min drive - 30.6 km
  • Los Lagos Hot Springs
    57 min drive - 31.3 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    31 min drive

Restaurants

  • El Fogón de Chela
    13 min drive
  • Soda Y Fruteria Mi Tata
    17 min drive
  • La Pollera
    8 min drive
  • Moon Drop Lounge
    7 min drive
  • Restaurant @ Finca Luna Nueva Lodge
    7 min drive

About this property

Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs

Hotel in the mountains
Consider a stay at Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs and take advantage of free full breakfast, a garden and a bar. The on-site Regional cuisine family restaurant, Restaurante Leonardos, offers breakfast, dinner and children's meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Extended parking, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and a front desk safe
  • Tour/ticket information and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs boast comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to
More amenities include:
  • Baths and free toiletries
  • Private gardens, fridges and coffee/tea makers

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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 return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Extended parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurante Leonardos

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Hiking/biking trails

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2014
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 156 per vehicle

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
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Property is also known as

Heliconias Fortuna
Hotel Heliconias Fortuna
Hotel Heliconias San Isidro de Penas Blancas
Heliconias Nature Lodge Peñas Blancas
Heliconias San Isidro de Penas Blancas
Heliconias Nature Peñas Blancas
Heliconias Nature
Heliconias Nature Peñas Blanc
Heliconias Nature Inn
Heliconias Nature Lodge
Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs Hotel
Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs Peñas Blancas
Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs Hotel Peñas Blancas

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Is Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 156 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs located?

Situated in the mountains, this hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from La Altura Viewpoint and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Children's Eternal Rainforest. Proyecto Asis and Arenal Adventure World are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Reviews

Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 319 out of 427 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 427 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 427 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 427 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 427 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joya

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, Beautiful grounds
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Heather

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Room was fine, the hot springs are not hot. Very far from everything to do in La fortuna and Arenal 40 km
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Maximiliano

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful property and great restaurant. the server tuesday and wednesday this week was out of this world incredible!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Sliding doors have a large crack that bugs and salamanders come through. No comfortable place to sit in room.
Sheets on the bed
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved our Glass Bungalow, their restaurant was really good
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful property! We loved our room, the grounds, the food. Would totally recommend a stay here!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing little resort in the rain forest. Super helpful and friendly and a lot to do. It is a bit far from La Fortuna however.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sohail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was our first time in Costa Rica and hotel Heliconias was a very good stay. It was perfect for the hot springs. It was very nice and the hotel rooms were like a treehouse. Service was good. The food was great. The traditional Costa Rican food, Gallo Pinto, is a must try.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a lovely time! Our room was very nice, as were the pool and hot springs. We booked one of the tours through the hotel and loved it! The only downside was the restaurant, which had very limited options for vegetarians and slow service.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay

Amazing stay, property felt like Costa should be. The staff made the experience wonderful and made you feel like family. Absolutely would recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at Hotel Heliconias. The staff was so welcoming and friendly. The grounds were beautiful. A sloth was right on the property. Beautiful flowers and birds. The restaurant had a wonderful free breakfast in the morning and great dinner options. The hot springs on the property were delightful. About 30 minutes from Arenal Volcano
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krishnanand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and caring staff. Accomodating requests for early breakfast so that we could go on Activities. Very nice tours inside the resort.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A MUST experience. Staying in the treehouse is unique without giving up comfort, the surrounding area is lush and filled with wildlife, the restaurant serves good food. Doing the afternoon tour with Victor was great, especially his knowledge of plants, animals, birds and love of gardening for the restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was incredible. I’ve never felt so welcomed and appreciated as a guest. The property is stunning with glorious views and the nature walk area was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ishtmeet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Nature retreat and quiet atmosphere

The property is amazing for the nature lover. It’s a bit remote so no food options other than their restaurant around. Rooms are mediocre (cabin like). The staff is really nice and hard working. The thermal pool is lukewarm temperature not really hot.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

STAY HERE!

The service was fantastic, the rooms are beautiful and they thought of everything, right down to soft blankets to snuggle with in the hammocks. We loved the walking paths, the hot springs, the breakfast was fantastic, we loved our stay and would love to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

A place to relax.

Staff extremely nice, they went out of their wy to make us feel like home, good place to relax. Hot springs are not natural, towels need to be updated they were torn, hotel it is very far away from tourists places, a car is needed to drive around . Restaurant food it is not that good and expensive.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort. Pool was nice and hot springs are lovely. Really enjoyed the opportunity to explore paths on the property and see flora and fauna (we saw a sloth on the first day, toucans, parakeets, and much more). We stayed in the treehouse and it was a wonderful treat. Would stay again here.

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a family treehouse and it was fabulous. The staff is so kind. There was a sloth hanging out by reception. The hot springs are gorgeous. It is paradise
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Codie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great treehouse for a family!

Amazing treehouse and staff. Our kids had an incredible time exploring. We saw toucans right on the property. The drive to the resort is scenic and we found it enjoyable, so much to see and great sodas and markets along the way.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia Hsueh Chu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, well maintained grounds and excellent service. Every encounter with the staff from the reception desk, to the restaurant and hotel room was a pleasant experience. We travelled with families and rented three premium treehouse and all kids and adults loved it. Waking up to the sound of tweeting birds was the best good morning. We loved the peace and quiet and did not mind that it was 25 mins from La Fortuna or took longer to get to Arenal area. The free breakfast was delicious and lunch dinner (same menu) were generous portions. Will definitely come back again. We saw three sloths near the petting zoo and another in the hiking area. This was hands down our favorite hotel

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was really, really a fun place for us! We stayed in the deluxe Treehouse #1. The treehouse and the grounds were just wonderful. The staff was super friendly, the treehouse was clean and SO COOL with all the glass windows. The meals were excellent. We loved the pool and hot spring tubs. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jatin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with well maintained gardens and walking trails. Only disappointment was that the hot springs water was cold in multiple occasions
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a glass bungalow, which had glass walls on three sides. It was really an incredible experience. The people there were so helpful and friendly. The Hot Springs pools was a really unique experience. We would definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a magical stay for my wife’s 50th birthday. Diego, Carlos , Victor were especially excellent in everything they did for us. The hotel rooms and the grounds were beautiful and well maintained. There almost no need to go anywhere else. The amount of detail they put into all of thier work is superb. They really accommodate your every need. Check in and checkout was a breeze. The food was also delightful and done with so much love. We left feeling like we were a part of the family. We will be back with friends hopefully sooner than later. Thank you so much Heliconias!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025