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Ara Ambigua Lodge

3.0 star property
Hotel in Puerto Viejo with 2 outdoor pools and full-service spa

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2 outdoor pools
Interior detail
Lounge
Interior detail
Property grounds

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$207
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov

Explore the area

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400m North of the Church in La Guaria, Puerto Viejo, Heredia
  • Place, San Agustin Church
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, La Selva Biological Station
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Tirimbina Rainforest Center
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Quadruple Room

Classic Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Bed

Classic Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed and 2 Double Beds OR 3 Double Beds

About the area

Puerto Viejo de Sarapiqui

At Ara Ambigua Lodge you'll be 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from San Agustin Church and 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from La Selva Biological Station. Highlights at this hotel include 2 outdoor swimming pools, a full-service spa and a restaurant. .A day of pampering can include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, body wraps and body scrubs along with access to the sauna. The restaurant, La Casona, serves Regional cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the steam room and kids' swimming pool as well as access to a playground. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and laundry facilities. Free continental breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions in proximity to this 3-property class Puerto Viejo hotel include Braulio Carrillo National Park and Poás Volcano National Park.

What's nearby

  • San Agustin Church - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • La Selva Biological Station - 11 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Tirimbina Rainforest Center - 15 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Sarapiquís Gardens - 15 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Costa Rica Nature Pavilion - 18 min drive - 16.1 km

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 118 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rusti Ticos - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pizzaria La Terraza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Típico La Carreta - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Soda La Casita Típica - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Momentos - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Ara Ambigua Lodge

Hotel in Puerto Viejo with 2 outdoor pools and full-service spa
Ara Ambigua Lodge offers its guests a full-service spa, 2 outdoor swimming pools, a steam room, and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Ara Ambigua Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Puerto Viejo hotel is smoke free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Ara Ambigua Lodge offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. This Puerto Viejo hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.
Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include hot stone massages, sports massages, Swedish massages and facials. The spa is equipped with a sauna. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • La Casona

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Playground
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

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 accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Mosquito nets
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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
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 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Ara Ambigua Lodge?

Ara Ambigua Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Ara Ambigua Lodge?

As of 4 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ara Ambigua Lodge on 26 Nov 2025 start from AU$207.19, 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 Ara Ambigua Lodge?

Yep, Ara Ambigua Lodge has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Ara Ambigua Lodge?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Ara Ambigua Lodge. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as Swedish massages.

Does Ara Ambigua Lodge have a pool?

Ara Ambigua Lodge has 2 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool.

Does Ara Ambigua Lodge serve breakfast?

Yep, free continental breakfast is on offer daily between 7 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ara Ambigua Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Ara Ambigua Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Regional cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Ara Ambigua Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Ara Ambigua Lodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.