El Castillo Hotels

"An excellent choice if hotel among the huge range in this area. Large bedrooms with large bathrooms and helpful staff We especially loved all the on-site hot springs, especially in the evenings as the pools are atmospherically lit, and you don’t have to drive in the dark for the experience! Very well located near good restaurants. "

"overall excellent experience "

"Plenty of awesome hot springs. Beautiful grounds. Great room service. Good included breakfast! "

"I doubt you can find a better view of the Arenal Volcano than at Arenal Observatory Lodge, plus the property is gorgeous and filled with wildlife (so many birds and a troop of monkeys swung by one evening). This isn't a fancy place — more old school — but if you're looking for a peaceful space to reset and experience nature, it's perfect. We'd stay here again."

"Amazing good. The thermal experience is worth it! Views of the volcano and wildlife I felt relaxed and connected with nature! Friendly staff with amazing and recommendations on activities and local food Amazing time!!"

"Perfectly"

"Outstanding from check-in to check out."

"Typical breakfast offerings. Pools are great as they located around memorable surrounding of the volcano and professionally manicured garden. Definitely worth the price for the stay."

"The Springs is truly heaven on earth. I've been to Costa Rica fiver times since 2015 and my stays at the Springs have been most memorable than all of my other trips combined. Yes, it is one of the most expensive resorts in the area and I'm frugal but every dollar spent at the Springs is absolutely worth it. From the moment you arrive, everything feels intentional, thoughtfully, and beautifully maintained. Dining, the hot springs, Club Rios, the rooms, dining - every part of the experience has been incredible. It's been a month since my family's last stay and now that I'm back in the States, I find myself thinking about the resort almost every day. One of my favorite memories is sitting alone in a hot springs at 7am, watching an iguana float across the pool while rain fell around us. Moments like that is priceless. I would absolutely return again and I'm incredibly grateful for Mr. Lee Banks who created this amazing place. "