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Rancho Margot - All meals included

3.0 star property
Mountain resort with outdoor pool, near Arenal Volcano National Park
8.4 out of 10 Very good
8.4/10 Very good

17 verified Hotels.com guest reviews

Property highlights

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Airport transfer
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
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3km West of El Castillo Center, Peñas Blancas, Alajuela, 21007
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool and outdoor pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
Feel at home
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Free parking nearby

Room options

About this area

What's nearby

  • Arenal Volcano National Park - 9 min walk

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 44 min drive
  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 53 miles/85.3 km
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 47.8 miles/76.9 km
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • Agua Ardiente Pool - 135 min drive
  • Restaurante El Jilguero - 150 min drive
  • Ave de Paraíso - 135 min drive
  • Tucanes - 136 min drive
  • La Ventanita - 148 min drive
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About this property

Rancho Margot - All meals included

Rancho Margot - All meals included puts you within a 10-minute drive of Arenal Volcano National Park and offers an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 170 per vehicle. After hanging out at the outdoor pool or indoor pool, guests can grab a bite to eat at Rancho Margot Restaurant, which serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden.

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected

Social distancing

Cashless transactions are available for all charges at the property
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Hand sanitizer provided
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 39 units

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 3 PM - 9 PM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

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 AM - 9 PM
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

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

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi and wired Internet access in public areas

Parking

  • Free offsite parking within 33 ft

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Offsite

  • Area shuttle*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Yoga classes
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horse riding/rentals

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Mosquito nets
  • An outdoor pool
  • An indoor pool
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • 100% renewable energy
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers
  • Biodegradable drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Lockers available

Room amenities

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Toilet paper

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries

Special features

Dining

Rancho Margot Restaurant - Overlooking the garden, this buffet restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 170 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property, and commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property uses solar energy.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Rancho Margot - All meals included?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitizer, social distancing measures are in place, and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
Is there a pool at Rancho Margot - All meals included?
Yes, there's an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Rancho Margot - All meals included?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Rancho Margot - All meals included?
No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Rancho Margot - All meals included?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 170 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Rancho Margot - All meals included?
You can check in from 3 PM - 9 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Rancho Margot - All meals included and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like horseback riding and hiking. Additional recreation onsite includes yoga. Enjoy a swim in the indoor and outdoor pools after a day out and about. Rancho Margot - All meals included also has a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Rancho Margot - All meals included?
Yes, Rancho Margot Restaurant offers local cuisine and garden views.
What's the area around Rancho Margot - All meals included like?
Rancho Margot - All meals included is located by the river, a short 9-minute walk from Arenal Volcano National Park and 18 minutes' walk from Lake Arenal.

Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.7/10

Staff & service

8.1/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

fabulous stay
Excellent sustainable farm stay! Highlight of our trip. Educational walks were wonderful as well as staff and food.
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Rancho Margot - Completely Amazing!!
Rancho Margot is an amazing place. Completely self sufficient. Really amazing. The ranch is secluded and completely in the rain forest. When you get the end of the road, you just have to go a little bit farther. What they have done to the land over the last 16 years is mind bending. If staying in the rain forest appeals to you and you're heading to Costa Rica, do yourself a favor and book a few nights at Rancho Margot. You won't regret it.
Susan, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The ranch itself is a beautiful property. Is a magical place were you’ll receive great service. Is a place to in contact with nature, farm animals
2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Great experience but basic accommodation. Slightly overpriced in my view.
Simon, 3-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

A far-out place, not what we expected, Over-priced
The "bunk house" was misleading in its advertisements and less that spacious...further, it is very noisy with all the people staying in dormitory style lodging and grass/straw/open walls and ceilings...it was also packed with mosquitos.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

My family and I had an amazing time. They said it was their favorite place in Costa Rica.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Memorable and peaceful experience
Excellent costumer service all around. Special thanks to Emanuel!
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing, unforgettable, love it!
We were last week in Rancho Margot and we were amaze how beautiful is the scenic around the cabanas. Everything was perfect, people were very helpful always try to please you and find the best solution for you. The owner is always around and very attentive to anyone....Rancho Margot has is own vegetables garden, cow and pig. we ate organic and my kids loved all meals without any complaint. We were very sad to leave. We will recommend for anyone who search the nature and not the luxury. The mattress were firm and the cabana was big enough for 4 of us. Just be ready to drive on difficult road for 10 kms. Rancho Margot is located 25 mns away from the Fortuna.
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Gardens a bit scruffy, buffet food service, wine v expensive, no views, staff v pleasant
Verified Expedia guest review