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, Costa Rica Chocolate Tour and Arenal Volcano National Park 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 Costa Rica Sky Adventures and Arenal Volcano National Park.

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
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! (1,193 reviews)
"We had a magical time here with kids. Will definitely visit again."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

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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 €546 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
€546
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)
"This is an amazing place!! I wish we could have stayed here for 2 weeks. Every employee remembered our name, the service was amazing! For a large resort they made it feel small. Every detail was taken care of and surpassed! The location is incredible beautiful. We enjoyed every moment."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 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 €131 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
€131
5 Sept - 6 Sept
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Hot Springs pool and swim up bar sounded great but too many kids...didn't expect"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 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! (44 reviews)
"Our family of 5 had a wonderful stay at Cabanas Rio Escondido. The property is beautiful, and the pools were nice for relaxing in after a day exploring La Fortuna. Our family apartment had two balconies - one in front and one in back facing the river. Check-in and check out were easy, and we appreciated ..."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 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. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (93 reviews)
"Beautiful room with second bed on the mezzanine. 2 private terraces. Access to a jacuzzi and kitchen. Beautiful vegetation. Central location."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (50 reviews)
"Beautiful and loved the duck visits and fish swimmiming over to greet us every time we came home!"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

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Popular places to visit

La Fortuna Waterfall

La Fortuna Waterfall

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
Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park

Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park

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

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
Chato Volcano

Chato Volcano

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Chato Volcano during your travels in La Fortuna. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints or seek out its ziplining sites.

Chato Volcano

Arenal Volcano

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

Tabacon Hot Springs

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

Liberia