Title: Ara Ambigua Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Ara Ambigua Lodge Hotel in Puerto Viejo with 2 outdoor pools and full-service spa ![2 outdoor pools](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9720000/9711800/9711796/5c7737ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9720000/9711800/9711796/a3bae279.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9720000/9711800/9711796/f5c6fb86.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9720000/9711800/9711796/90b90138.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9720000/9711800/9711796/0f636007.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Ara Ambigua Lodge offers a rural escape with continental breakfast, manager's receptions, reflexology, aromatherapy, and regional dishes at La Casona. Families enjoy two outdoor pools, a children's pool, playground, and free WiFi throughout. 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - - Bar - Spa - Air conditioning - Pool - Housekeeping £101 includes taxes & fees 12 Nov - 13 Nov ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 21 - Oct 22](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22&selected=9711796&PinnedHotelID=9711796&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22&selected=9711796&PinnedHotelID=9711796&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 22 - Oct 23](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=9711796&PinnedHotelID=9711796&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=9711796&PinnedHotelID=9711796&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 24 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=9711796&PinnedHotelID=9711796&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=9711796&PinnedHotelID=9711796&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 31 - Nov 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=9711796&PinnedHotelID=9711796&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=9711796&PinnedHotelID=9711796&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![Classic Quadruple Room | In-room safe, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9720000/9711800/9711796/777aa20c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Quadruple Room 8.0 Very good 3 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Daily housekeeping In-room safe - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ### Classic Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Daily housekeeping In-room safe - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Bed ### Classic Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Daily housekeeping In-room safe - Sleeps 3 - 2 Double Beds ### Family Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Private bathroom Hairdryer Coffee/tea maker Electric kettle Daily housekeeping In-room safe - Sleeps 5 - 1 Single Bed and 2 Double Beds OR 3 Double Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSarapiqui-Hotels-Ara-Ambigua-Lodge.h9711796.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSarapiqui-Hotels-Ara-Ambigua-Lodge.h9711796.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C10.45698%2C-84.02587&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9MU66Bx7RtGnLEEvsl8g0FoSIEg=) 400m North of the Church in La Guaria, Puerto Viejo, Heredia #### What's nearby - San Agustin Church - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles - La Selva Biological Station - 11 min drive - 3.5 miles - Tirimbina Rainforest Center - 15 min drive - 8.1 miles - Sarapiquís Gardens - 15 min drive - 8.1 miles - Costa Rica Nature Pavilion - 18 min drive - 10.0 miles #### Getting around - San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 118 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Rusti Ticos - ‬8 min drive - ‪Pizzaria La Terraza - ‬5 min drive - ‪Restaurante Típico La Carreta - ‬3 min drive - ‪Soda La Casita Típica - ‬2 min drive - ‪Momentos - ‬6 min drive ## About this property ### Ara Ambigua Lodge Hotel in a rural location Consider a stay at Ara Ambigua Lodge and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a free daily manager's reception and a terrace. Treat yourself to a hot stone massage, a body scrub or a body treatment at the on-site spa. The on-site Regional cuisine restaurant, La Casona, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare and happy hour. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a playground. Other perks include: - 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool - Free self-parking - A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), a water dispenser and wedding services - A reception hall, a ballroom and a gift shop Room features All 50 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Return airport shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Free continental breakfast available daily 7 AM to 9:00 AM - A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Free daily manager's reception ### Restaurants on site - La Casona ### Things to do - 2 outdoor pools - Children's pool - Full-service spa - Playground - Steam room ### Family friendly - 2 outdoor pools - Children's pool - Laundry facilities - Playground ### Conveniences - Gift shop/newsstand - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Safe at front desk - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Business services - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Terrace ### Full-service spa - Aromatherapy - Body scrubs - Body wraps - Couples treatment rooms - Facials - Hot stone massages - Prenatal massages - Reflexology - Sauna - Spa open daily - Sports massages - Swedish massages - Treatment room ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible parking ### More - Ballroom - Banquet hall - Mosquito nets - Reception hall - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle ### More - Air conditioning - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 cash Cashless transactions are available This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Ara Ambigua Lodge Sarapiqui Ara Ambigua Lodge Ara Ambigua Sarapiqui Ara Ambigua Ara Ambigua Lodge Costa Rica/Sarapiqui Ara Ambigua Lodge Hotel Ara Ambigua Lodge Puerto Viejo Ara Ambigua Lodge Hotel Puerto Viejo Ara Ambigua Lodge Hotel Ara Ambigua Lodge Puerto Viejo Ara Ambigua Lodge Hotel Puerto Viejo ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Ara Ambigua Lodge have a pool? > Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Ara Ambigua Lodge? > As of 21 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ara Ambigua Lodge on 12 Nov 2025 start from £101.17, 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sarapiqui-Hotels-Ara-Ambigua-Lodge.h9711796.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Ara Ambigua Lodge pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking at Ara Ambigua Lodge? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Ara Ambigua Lodge? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Ara Ambigua Lodge? > Checkout is at noon. ### Does Ara Ambigua Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. ### Where is Ara Ambigua Lodge located? > Situated in a rural location, this spa hotel is within 3 miles (5 km) of San Agustin Church, La Selva Biological Station and Costa Rica Best Chocolate. Tirimbina Rainforest Center and Sarapiquís Gardens are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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