Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs

Mountain hotel in Peñas Blancas with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Nestled in the mountains, Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs is a haven of tranquility. Take advantage of free full breakfast and unwind with a drink at the bar or by one of two outdoor pools surrounded by sun loungers.
VIP Access
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Hiking/biking trails

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Children's pool
  • Refrigerator
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
$211 nightly
$238 total
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Standard Bungalow | Garden view
Standard Bungalow | Garden view
Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Standard Bungalow | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Bungalow

Exceptional
  • Garden view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Treehouse Bungalow | Garden view
Treehouse Bungalow | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Treehouse Bungalow | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Treehouse Bungalow | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Treehouse Bungalow

Wonderful
  • Garden view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Deluxe Bungalow | Garden view
Deluxe Bungalow | Garden view
Deluxe Bungalow | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Deluxe Bungalow | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Deluxe Bungalow

Exceptional
  • Mountain view
  • 517 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Glass Bungalow | Bathroom | Bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Glass Bungalow | Terrace/patio
Glass Bungalow | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Glass Bungalow | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Glass Bungalow

Exceptional
  • Mountain view
  • 517 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Deluxe Treehouse | Garden view
Deluxe Treehouse | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Deluxe Treehouse | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Deluxe Treehouse | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Deluxe Treehouse

Very good
  • Mountain view
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Standard Double Room | Garden view
Standard Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Standard Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Standard Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Double Room

Exceptional
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

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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
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 122 min drive
  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 158 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

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

Enjoy your visit to Peñas Blancas with a stay at Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs. After a dip in one of 2 outdoor pools, guests can grab a bite to eat at Restaurante Leonardos, which serves Regional cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a children's pool, and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 24 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Up to 2 children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite extended parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Offsite

    • Area shuttle*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Rafting nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2014
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • 2 outdoor pools

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Yard

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Restaurante Leonardos - This family restaurant specializes in Regional cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 156 per vehicle
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

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

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs?

Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 156 per vehicle.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs?

Yes, Restaurante Leonardos offers Regional cuisine.

Does Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a yard.

What's the area around Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs like?

Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs is located a short 11-minute walk from La Altura Viewpoint.

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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

What guests liked

  • The hot springs were relaxing and serene, providing a unique and enjoyable experience for guests. (9 reviews)
  • The hot springs and massages were highly recommended and provided a relaxing and serene experience. (5 reviews)
  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, fresh, and a perfect start to each day. (13 reviews)
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Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful family run business! Delightful bungalows nestled in the rainforest — with lovely hammocks on the porch. Staff was great at accommodating traveler with limited mobility — picking us up in a golf-type cart for meals. Massage was so relaxing — and outdoors! Food was tasty, portions generous and staff attentive. Secluded for peace and quiet. Rain on the tin roof was mesmerizing!
Kathryn, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We really like the resort grounds. They also help with delivering our luggage to the bungalow on the golf cart. The restaurant was a bit far. Also breakfast starts at 7 am which was really an inconvenience as many of our tours started early. We basically had to skip two breakfasts out of four. We tried to ask for sandwiches but the staff was not very helpful with that. There were also just 3 hot springs pools functioning. The swimming pool needs a bit of cleaning.
Irina, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, clon room
NIRANJAN, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

beautiful property and great restaurant. the server tuesday and wednesday this week was out of this world incredible!!!!
Maximiliano, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Service was exceptional. Love they grow/raise their own food. Self sustaining. Clean! Lots of birds to view. Maybe 30 min la furtuna but if you book through them, transportation included. Lovely place all around.
Matthew, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great property
Pallav, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay
Alina, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Thank you, to everyone for making our stay so memorable. We had a fantastic time! Our night Walker Pedro was awesome, Alessandro was amazing at checking in, everyone was very sweet at the restaurant. Thank you, for taking care of us Christmas eve, to all the staff that was working instead of spending time with their loved ones. Food was always fantastic here Farm to table and one can really taste it, You are all very special humans and we appreciate very much ❤️ Golfcart for definite help with check in/out luggage. Hot springs were good. Moonshine at the end of night walk was a great touch
dilraj, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Sliding doors have a large crack that bugs and salamanders come through. No comfortable place to sit in room.
Sheets on the bed
Jennifer, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

amazing hot springs. lots of plants and anomsks
Fabian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved our Glass Bungalow, their restaurant was really good
6-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely beautiful property! We loved our room, the grounds, the food. Would totally recommend a stay here!
Ashley, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was a nice stay! Wish they had more options for food in the menu. It was the same breakfast, lunch and dinner menu. The hot springs were not always hot and not all were working. The massages were amazing tho! Highly recommended.
Rachelina, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Scott, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
Sally, 5-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

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.
3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Sohail, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly and caring staff. Accomodating requests for early breakfast so that we could go on Activities. Very nice tours inside the resort.
Krishnanand, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This place is magica! So worth the trip to visit
Jennifer, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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
Emily, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Property has a nice set up but very far from the main town
Meghna, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Cute room freandly staff
MARIA, 9-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This place was just magical! Such an awesome sanctuary they’ve created there. Everything from the staff to the accommodations were 5 star!!
Kendell K, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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!
Alexis, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
James, 3-night trip