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Rancho El Vago

3.0 star property

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Double Room
Outdoor dining
Outdoor pool
Bar (on property)
Property grounds

Reviews

2.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar

Explore the area

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3 KM Hacia Bajo Rodriguez, Santa Clara, San Lorenzo, Alajuela, 21001
  • Place, Arenal Volcano
  • Place, Tabacon Hot Springs
  • Place, La Fortuna Waterfall
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)

Room options

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Double Room

Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Standard Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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Family Room

Family Room

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Quadruple Room

Comfort Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Comfort Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Comfort Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Classic Room

Classic Room

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

About the area

San Lorenzo

At Rancho El Vago, you'll be 8.2 km (5.1 mi) from Proyecto Asis and 16.3 km (10.1 mi) from Quesada City Park. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free continental breakfast. .This smoke-free hotel has free WiFi in public areas and a 24-hour front desk. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions in proximity to this 3-property class San Lorenzo hotel include Arenal Volcano National Park and La Fortuna Waterfall.

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Soda Comedor TEC-SSC - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Soda La Negrita - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bar El Coquito - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Casona Mía - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Katty Restaurante Y Bar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Rancho El Vago

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the swim-up bar. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Free self parking is available.

This 3-star San Lorenzo hotel is smoke free.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
  • Swim-up bar
Rancho El Vago offers 4 accommodations with air conditioning. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Rancho El Vago?

Yep, Rancho El Vago has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Rancho El Vago?

As of 29 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rancho El Vago on 30 Mar 2026 start from AU$132, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Rancho El Vago?

The closest beach to Rancho El Vago is Puntarenas Beach (46.7 km).

Does Rancho El Vago have a pool?

Rancho El Vago has an outdoor pool.

Does Rancho El Vago serve breakfast?

You bet, free continental brekkie is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Rancho El Vago?

No, Rancho El Vago does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Rancho El Vago?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Rancho El Vago's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Rancho El Vago?

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

Are pets allowed at Rancho El Vago?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Rancho El Vago Reviews

Reviews

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2.0/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Staff & service

2.0/10

Amenities

2.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Ioel

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10 minutes before check in they contacted me saying they were full and had no space for me and my family.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026