Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul

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

Room options

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Deluxe Cabin

Deluxe Cabin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Junior Cabin

Junior Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Romantic Cabin, 1 King Bed

Romantic Cabin, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Superior Cabin, Mountain View | Garden view

Superior Cabin, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Family Cabin | Terrace/patio

Family Cabin

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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 outdoor private hot tubs, free WiFi and balconies. .At the lodge's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with 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.
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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

  • ‪Kenko Bar & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Soda La Hormiga - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Arábigos Coffee House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Street - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hunters & Gatherers - ‬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 outdoor private hot tubs and minibars. 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. Additionally, rooms include a safe and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.

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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 15 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

  • 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 15 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
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, 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 28 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul on 30 Oct 2025 start from AU$117.11, 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 Hot tubs in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul?

Yep, all rooms come with private hot tubs.

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. 439 out of 555 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 555 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 555 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 555 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 555 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

2/10 Terrible

Kevin

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kishor

Travelled with family
Disliked: Room comfort

Hotel is very dated

Unfortunately the cabins are not suitable for 4 people. The tv didn’t work! The rooms were dated. The best thing about the hotel was the bar where staff and guests were very friendly. Not a place I would stay again nor class as 3 star
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

kaitlyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience. The grounds were so lush and beautiful. The restaurant was also great- fairly priced and quick. Drinks were soooo delicious. Also overlooks the lush trees and even saw monkeys from here!! Another highlight is the staff. Specifically Kenneth in the bar and Isaac at the restaurant. So friendly, welcoming, helpful and knowledgeable. This is less of a resort feel and more mountain cabin, but still has really great perks like the jacuzzi - we went in every night. Amazing spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excelente para relajarce, cerca de las atracciones

Es un hotel con mucha naturaleza y jardines bien cuidados. Lo mejor fue como se siente la lluvia en la noche sobre el techo de zinc.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our favorite spot that we stayed in Costa Rica and we all wish that we stayed longer. We loved our little cabinita and it was perfect for the 5 of us. The blooming plants along with the walkway was beautiful. The bar was an extra bonus that we really enjoyed - so nice that it was right there on the property. The AC worked great too! Of course it was very nice to relax in the jacuzzi after a long day of travel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

cynthia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about this location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place was perfect for our family of 4. We loved the back patio with table and mini kitchen. It was beautiful to sit and eat breakfast on the patio watching the hummingbirds in the flowers. The staff was helpful and friendly. They helped us book a couple excursions as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANGEL, Horizon City

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hassan

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Dorothy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property was lush and very tropical very private space around the cabins lots of bids and a trail through the woods the bed mattress was pretty firm but other than that the place was very pleasant.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Heidi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shanon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Arad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel! Recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We rented cabin number 9 which is located at the rear of the property and is much more secluded than the other cabins on the property. The best part about this cabin is that it’s not located near the road and it also looks out into the jungle from the rear porch. William in concierge, Kenneth the bartender, and other staff members were great and incredibly helpful. Our cabin was a bit rustic however it provided everything we needed and we enjoyed hearing the sounds of the jungle and river below. The location is good if you don’t want to be in the hustle and bustle of La Fortuna. However you can walk into town which will take you 15/20 minutes each way as a fit individual. The property does have a bar and restaurant on site, a couple other restaurants, and a convenience store that are located on the same street. It’s still close enough to town that all of our excursions were able to pick us up at the property without extra charge. They offer paid laundry which we took advantage of, and we really loved their in house breakfast which is also an extra fee but reasonable. If you want to be off the beaten path a little bit, but still close enough to everything than this is for you. As a heads up the other cabins are closer to the road and I imagine there might be considerable road noise. Its a humble resort for humble people and families in my opinion. We would go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Raya

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
I honestly don’t understand how this hotel got such a high rating. I rarely leave bad reviews, but my experience at this hotel was really disappointing. The room was nothing like the photos—small, outdated, and not very clean. The bathroom had a weird smell of urine that didn’t go away. We were so grossed out by the beds that we just slept in our clothes. I brought my wet towels to the front desk and asked for replacements. To my surprise, the owner told me those were the only towels they had! He said he would dry them and have them sent to my room within 30 minutes. Of course, that never happened. I'm still baffled that a hotel doesn’t keep extra towels on hand—it’s honestly unacceptable. I couldn’t wait to check out. Save yourself the trouble and book somewhere else.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

kathryn a

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy little cabins with great property around. The restaurant right beside it called chante verde has amazing food
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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