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 Arenal Adventure World and Costa Rica Chocolate Tour.

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
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 1,003 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
AED 1,003
AED 1,134 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Breakfast food could be a tad better but other than that, my experience was amazing, peaceful and perfect"

Reviewed on 15 March 2025

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience
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 1,177 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
AED 1,177
AED 1,330 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Beautiful grounds nice people, love the mineral, spas and beautiful nature surrounding the private cottages"

Reviewed on 12 March 2025

Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort
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
The price is AED 819 per night from Mar 17 to Mar 18
AED 819
AED 925 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 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! (1,121 reviews)
"Absolutely loved this hotel! My 7 year old was obsessed with the waterslide and went down about 200 times. We stayed 4 nights. The property is gorgeous with a stunning view of the volcano. The hot springs were great. Swim up bar was fantastic. Staff at the hotel are all very nice. You can drive up ..."

Reviewed on 14 March 2025

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
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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! (41 reviews)
"Excellent property! Staff is very friendly and the property was better than expected!!! Highly recommend staying here!"

Reviewed on 13 March 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 National Park ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (38 reviews)
"Very loud with a busy street nearby and roof is extremely loud at rain."

Reviewed on 3 March 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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (38 reviews)
"We stayed in the 2 bedroom apartment at the back of the property on the second floor. The room was updated and clean. Walking distance to restaurants. It is attached to a convenience store for beer, snacks and alcohol. Pool was clean. Also has a whole bar area that you can leverage by the pool. Property ..."

Reviewed on 19 February 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 hot springs during your trip to La Fortuna. Wander the lush forest or discover the volcano viewpoints in this romantic area.

La Fortuna Waterfall
October 2018.

Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park

5/5(384 reviews)

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

Arenal Volcano

4.5/5(641 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(241 reviews)

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

Tabacon Hot Springs

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