Northern Plains

Travel Guide

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

Where to stay in Northern Plains

You can find this shot along the main road from La Fortuna as it goes past Arenal Volcano on your way to the lake. We got there just in time for the last bit of light. #bvs100k

Barrio Pilo

3/5(2 area reviews)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Pilo and surrounding area, you can visit Costa Rica Chocolate Tour and Arenal Volcano National Park.

Barrio Pilo
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El Millon

While El Millon isn't home to many top sights, Costa Rica Sky Adventures and Arenal Volcano National Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

El Millon
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Sabalito

Check out nearby sights like FlyZone Wakeboard School while you're spending some time in Sabalito and the surrounding area.

Sabalito
Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort
Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort
3.5 out of 5
From Fortuna center 7km towards Volcano, (4.5 miles), Arenal, La Fortuna, Alajuela
The price is AED 1,206 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
AED 1,206
AED 1,363 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
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! (982 reviews)
"Beautiful property, very helpful staff, the food was delicious and everything was very clean. We had a room with a private pool (not heated) which was great to have such a large private patio space when we wanted downtime. Our 2 kids loved the warm pools and the housekeepers leaving them little treats ..."

Reviewed on 5 February 2025

Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort
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 AED 3,270 per night from Feb 11 to Feb 12
AED 3,270
AED 3,696 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Beautiful property, wonderful staff, we are definitely staying here again!!"

Reviewed on 8 February 2025

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal
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 AED 761 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
AED 761
AED 859 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Clean beautiful lots of pools"

Reviewed on 2 February 2025

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience
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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 daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
10/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
"Most nicest and luxurious hotel in La Fortuna. The best location. Nice view of the Volcano.Staff was great, attentive and friendly. Hotel common areas and rooms were very clean and comfortable. The kitchen was nicely equipped to make your stay comfortable. Will definitely stay again when coming back ..."

Reviewed on 23 January 2025

Suwa Villa Arenal
Cabañas del Lago
Cabañas del Lago
3 out of 5
3,5 km sur del Polideportivo, Peñas Blancas, Arenal
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Arenal Volcano and Arenal ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (33 reviews)
"Very cool location. Accomodations were rustic but very natural and beautiful."

Reviewed on 11 January 2025

Cabañas del Lago
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! (36 reviews)
"Friendly owner and property has nice vibe especially at night. Pool and covered bar area were very nice"

Reviewed on 30 January 2025

Villas Fortuna Boutique
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Popular places to visit

Pura Vida😍 Costa Rica = land of waterfalls:) #life #culture

La Fortuna Waterfall

4.5/5(494 reviews)

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

La Fortuna Waterfall
October 2018.

Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park

5/5(384 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(97 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

Tabacon Hot Springs

4.5/5(241 reviews)

Explore Tabacon Hot Springs, a popular spot to commune with nature in Arenal Hot Springs, and enjoy the hot springs. Wander the lush forest or discover the volcano viewpoints in this romantic area.

Tabacon Hot Springs

Arenal Volcano

4.5/5(641 reviews)

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

Arenal Volcano

Baldi Hot Springs

4.5/5(144 reviews)

Enjoy a trip to Baldi Hot Springs and popular activities like ziplining in Arenal Hot Springs. Wander the lush forest or discover the volcano viewpoints in this romantic area.

Baldi Hot Springs