Northern Plains

Travel Guide

Rincon de la Vieja National Park showing a waterfall and rapids
Rincon de la Vieja National Park which includes a river or creek
Rincon de la Vieja National Park which includes a river or creek, forests and rainforest
Rincon de la Vieja National Park which includes a river or creek
Rincon de la Vieja National Park showing a house

Where to stay in Northern Plains

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Barrio Pilo

While Barrio Pilo isn't home to many top sights, Arenal Adventure World and Costa Rica Chocolate Tour are some notable places to visit nearby.

Barrio Pilo
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El Millon

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in El Millon and surrounding area, you can visit Arenal Eco Zoo and Costa Rica Sky Adventures.

El Millon
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Sabalito

Plan a visit to nearby attractions like FlyZone Wakeboard School while you're exploring Sabalito and the larger area.

Sabalito
The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

5 out of 5
9 Km West and 3.5 km North of La Fortuna, Centre, Arenal Volcano area, Monterrey, Alajuela
The price is €547 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
€547
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Monterrey. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 15 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"A premium choice for families or couples alike"

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

3.5 out of 5
6 km oeste del Parque Central, Área del Volcán Arenal, La Fortuna
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in La Fortuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,171 reviews)
"The property is beautiful"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

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Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

4 out of 5
7 Km West From La Fortuna, La Fortuna, Alajuela
The price is €137 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
€137
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly lodge in La Fortuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Loved the hot thermal pools! The staff was excellent throughout the whole area."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience
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Cabañas Rio Escondido

Cabañas Rio Escondido

3 out of 5
El Jauuri, 702, Peñas Blancas, Alajuela
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (40 reviews)
"Loved the babbling brooke outside of the room. Couldn't beat the price. Enjoyed the stay so much I ended up adding an extra night."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Cabañas Rio Escondido
Suwa Villa Arenal

Suwa Villa Arenal

3.5 out of 5
Avenue 335 street 468, La Fortuna, Provincia de Alajuela
Stay at this 3.5-star villa in La Fortuna. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
10/10 Exceptional! (88 reviews)
"Excellent hotel - extremely comfortable, spacious and clean. Close to restaurants, town and all amenities and activities. Host was very informative and communicative. Two thumbs up 👍👍"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

Suwa Villa Arenal
Villas Fortuna Boutique

Villas Fortuna Boutique

4.5 out of 5
Z13, La Fortuna, Alajuela
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in La Fortuna. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and free grocery shopping service. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (47 reviews)
"Perfect location! We stayed at the villas and they were very clean and new. We were a little scared about the noise reviews but we didn’t feel any in the villas and we traveled with a 4 month old baby!"

Reviewed on 23 Apr 2025

Villas Fortuna Boutique
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Popular places to visit

La Fortuna Waterfall

La Fortuna Waterfall

4.5/5(14 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at La Fortuna Waterfall and enjoy the hot springs during your trip to La Fortuna. Wander the lush forest or discover the volcano viewpoints in this romantic area.

La Fortuna Waterfall
Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park

Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Enjoy the hot springs and explore Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park, a lovely green space in La Fortuna. Wander the lush forest or discover the volcano viewpoints in this romantic area.

Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park
Rio Celeste Waterfall

Rio Celeste Waterfall

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rio Celeste Waterfall during your travels in Katira. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and seek out the hiking trails.

Rio Celeste Waterfall

Arenal Volcano

4.5/5(13 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Arenal Volcano and enjoy the volcano viewpoints during your trip to La Fortuna. Wander the lush forest or discover the hot springs in this romantic area.

Arenal Volcano

Tabacon Hot Springs

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Tabacon Hot Springs and enjoy the hot springs during your trip to Arenal Hot Springs. Wander the lush forest or discover the volcano viewpoints in this romantic area.

Tabacon Hot Springs

Baldi Hot Springs

4/5(1 review)

Enjoy a trip to Baldi Hot Springs and popular activities such as ziplining in Arenal Hot Springs. Wander the lush forest or discover the hot springs in this romantic area.

Baldi Hot Springs
Liberia which includes interior views, religious aspects and a church or cathedral

Liberia