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Bukala Village Lodge

Riverfront Peñas Blancas chalet with outdoor pool

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Enjoy your visit to Peñas Blancas with a stay at Bukala Village Lodge. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks.
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (6)

  • Outdoor pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Gas grills
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Garden
  • Laundry facilities
  • Gas grill(s)
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor swimming pools

Room options

Garden view
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Family Chalet, Kitchen, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1100 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Queen Beds
Garden view
Family Chalet, Garden View | Terrace/patio
Family Chalet, Garden View | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Chalet, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1100 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Queen Beds
Garden view
Family Chalet, Garden View | Terrace/patio
Family Chalet, Garden View | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Family Chalet, Garden View | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Chalet, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1100 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed
Garden view
Family Chalet, Garden View | Terrace/patio
Family Chalet, Garden View | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Family Chalet, Garden View | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Chalet, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1100 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

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El Burrito, Peñas Blancas, Provincia de Alajuela, 21007

What's nearby

  • Puentes Colgantes del Arenal - 23 min drive - 12.2 km
  • La Fortuna Park - 24 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 30 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Kalambu Hot Springs - 30 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Los Lagos Hot Springs - 31 min drive - 18.8 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 19 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 146 min drive
  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 174 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Fogón de Chela - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Tiquicia - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪La Pollera - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Delicias Tablas - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Chante Verde - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bukala Village Lodge

Enjoy your visit to Peñas Blancas with a stay at Bukala Village Lodge. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks.

At a glance

Property size

    • 4 units

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 1:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • 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

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Hot springs nearby

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Highchair

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

Bathrooms

  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Gas grill
  • Garden
  • Walkway to water

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevators
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board
  • In-room massages
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Restaurant dining guide

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • Near the boardwalk/promenade

Things to do

  • Nature reserve
  • Fishing 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

  • 4 rooms

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 250 per accommodation, per stay

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
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. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Bukala Village Lodge?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Bukala Village Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Bukala Village Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Bukala Village Lodge?

You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Bukala Village Lodge and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as fishing. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the chalet's other amenities, which include a garden.

What's the area around Bukala Village Lodge like?

Bukala Village Lodge is located by the river. Popular attractions include Arenal Volcano National Park, which is 25 minutes away by car.

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