San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 172 min drive
San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 48.5 miles/78 km
Restaurants
La Vid Steakhouse & Pizza - 4 min drive
Rain Forest Café - 4 min drive
Soda La Hormiga - 4 min drive
Arábigos Coffee House - 4 min drive
Soda y Restaurante Víquez - 4 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Cabañas Rio Escondido
When visiting Peñas Blancas, Cabañas Rio Escondido is a great choice to consider. Freebies such as WiFi and valet parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails. Apartments offer nice touches such as rainfall showerheads and pillow menus.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Property size
5 apartments
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
Parking
Free uncovered on-site valet parking
Other information
Designated smoking area (fines apply)
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
3 outdoor pools
Internet
Free Wi-Fi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps
Parking and transport
Free uncovered valet parking on site
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Bedrooms
Pillow menu
Bathrooms
Bath or shower
Rainfall shower head
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
Pool or billiards table
Games room
Outdoor areas
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lever door handles
No lifts
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Services and conveniences
Tour/ticket assistance
Front desk (limited hours)
Location highlights
On the riverwalk
Things to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
5 rooms
Individually decorated
Individually furnished
Fees & policies
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Also known as
Cabanas Rio Escondido
Cabañas Rio Escondido Apartment
Cabañas Rio Escondido Peñas Blancas
Cabañas Rio Escondido Apartment Peñas Blancas
Frequently asked questions
Does Cabañas Rio Escondido offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Cabañas Rio Escondido 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Cabañas Rio Escondido?
Yes, there are 3 outdoor pools.
Are pets allowed at Cabañas Rio Escondido?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Cabañas Rio Escondido?
Yes, there's free valet parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Cabañas Rio Escondido?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Cabañas Rio Escondido and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy a swim in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools or use the apartment's other amenities, which include an arcade.
Does Cabañas Rio Escondido have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, each apartment features a garden.
What's the area around Cabañas Rio Escondido like?
Cabañas Rio Escondido is a short 14-minute walk from Arenal Adventure World and 16 minutes' walk from El Salto Fortuna River.
Cabañas Rio Escondido Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
3 January 2025
Nice family cabin
Comfortable cabin with large bedroom ans kitchen. Air conditioning worked well. Nice front porch patio area. Reasonable price, stayed two days.
Gerardo
Gerardo, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
2 November 2024
Closed Down!
We didn't even get to stay there because it was closed! We paid for and booked in advance, got the email for check in which state was from 7 am- 9 pm. Got there at 5 pm and everything was closed. Reception was locked with a sign that said they would be back. There was a number on the door which we called and no answer. We tried messaging but got nothing. We stayed for an hour and no one came so we finally had to go find a new place to stay last minute which cost us a lot and was very frustrating. We finally were contacted later at 9 pm when we already had a place. We asked for a refund and they refused. Very disappointed.
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 August 2024
Karine
Karine, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 August 2024
Excellent for a family stay
One of the best places we have stayed in Costa Rica. Large open apaces for the children to run around in, a beautiful river to dip in, a pristine football pitch and very comfortable family rooms with a ery well-appointed kitchen! Credit also to Elias for great communication and a warm welcome. 👍😉
Sam
Sam, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 July 2024
Perfect for a family we stay 4 nights
Everting was perfect clean and great service
Robbert
Robbert, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 June 2024
This place is truly a hidden gem. The property has so much to do and is so beautiful. We spent an afternoon in the river being the property. It was so fun.
Also Elias was very responsive to any questions or requests.
Cole
Cole, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 June 2024
I love the unique nature of it near the river which gives me a s feeling of being away from the crowds.
gibson
gibson, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
6 May 2024
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 May 2024
Our room overlooked the river. We had fireflys at night, chamelions in the day and real peace and quiet. There is everythng you could need pools fed by the river, trails through the grounds, kitchens barbeques all in good condition. Easy to get to on a good road and close enough to town.
Darren
Darren, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 May 2024
Our room was nice and clean and we had a beautiful view out of our bedroom window and off of our balcony. There was a river that runs right behind the rooms, it was great listening to that a night. It was great sitting out on our balcony, the balcony is compact though. The little kitchen was nice and suited our needs just fine.
Unfortunately the pool was not working while we were there, but it was to cool and it was raining the whole time so we wouldn't have used it anyway.
April
April, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 April 2024
Host was a family and very friendly and helpful. Property was beautiful. We did have a leak during rain but host was quick to respond and bring towels. We also had a dog barking during the night from next door property but host offered to contact neighbors. Would stay here again. Very neat and unique property.
Laurie
Laurie, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
26 March 2024
The property was lovely & the rooms were fine; however we had no hot water in the shower for the 2 nights we were there. We spoke to the reception person the morning of our second stay and were assured the problem had been solved. However we had no hot water for our second night either.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 February 2024
Very nice Property very well kept lots of features great price.
James
James, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
22 February 2024
We enjoyed our stay. Our room which was number 3 seemed to have mold and smelled like bug spray. We didn’t use any of the amenities but it looked pretty nice.
Samineh
Samineh, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
13 February 2024
Josee
Josee, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 December 2023
JODIL
JODIL, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 December 2023
Hidden Gem
Amazing property and the breakfast is superb. The cabanas were private and a bit away from the main areas but it was good. The cabanas a basic but good.
Zahir Shabbir
Zahir Shabbir, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 November 2023
I absolutely love this property, it’s beautiful! Perfect for the entire family. I would recommend this property to anyone. The staff were super nice and accommodating.
Sandra
Sandra, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
15 April 2023
The location are great but room need closet to keep our clothes.
marilyn
marilyn, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 March 2023
Beautiful great massage the river was so peaceful also
Lisa
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
30 January 2023
The property is in a great location
Vanessa
Vanessa, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 December 2024
Lloc molt agradable i bonic
Les habitacions son senzilles pero confortables. Els llits son cómodes. El soroll del riu que passa just al devant se sent bastant fort pero no va representar-nos un problema per dormir. Hi ha molt mala cobertura de mobil en la zona pero el WIFI funciona molt be
Josep
Josep, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 July 2024
Tranquilidad
Un lugar hermoso, con ambiente tranquilo
Rodolfo
Rodolfo, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
23 June 2024
Mala relación precio-calidad
Hotel incómodo y con muchos desperfectos, las remaras tienen cortinas casi transparentes que dejan entrar mucha luz, el baño super pequeño y no respetan las horas de silencio, música hasta altas horas de mañana. Básico y ruidoso
Omar
Omar, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 April 2024
El lugar es genial. La pasamos muy bien mi familia y yo. Único detalle es que el área de juegos está descuidada (juegos en mal estado). Se disfruta muchísimo la vegetación y se nota que todo ha sido construido para preservar la naturaleza. Es un negocio familiar y las personas aue atienden son muy amables. Las piscinas y el río riquísimas para los días calurosos, y el jacuzzi también estuvo genial. Están constantemente mejorando y noté que están ampliando el área de senderos (por ahora son poquitos, pero te permite llegar un más arriba en el río donde hay posas increíbles para relajarse con el agua fría). El lugar está muy cerca del centro de la Fortuna, por lo cual en pocos minutos se puede acceder a restaurantes, templo católico, souvenirs, e incluso ir a visitar termales o el volcán Arenal. Volvería nuevamente con mi familia.