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A tent with two beds, a dining area, a TV, and a kitchenette.
A red cylindrical structure with an open door, surrounded by a stone-tiled base and a small garden area with trees and foliage.
A covered outdoor seating area with a view of a forested landscape.
A treehouse structure with a slanted roof and a simple, open design.

1. Volcano Tenorio Glamping Ranch - 3 Tents

Volcano Tenorio Glamping Ranch - 3 Tents
San Rafael de Guatuso
United States
Stephanie
€99
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Volcano Tenorio Glamping Ranch - 3 Tents
A pool with clear blue water, a stone statue, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A large, white bathtub in a room with wooden paneling and colorful stained glass windows.
A covered patio with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a lush garden and a view of the sea.
A staircase leading to a lush garden with a view of a green landscape and a clear blue sky.

2. La Mansion Inn Arenal

La Mansion Inn Arenal
Arenal
United States
Linda
€122
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
La Mansion Inn Arenal
A restaurant with outdoor seating and a sign advertising its name and hours.
A lush garden with a variety of plants and flowers, a green-roofed building, and a clear sky.
A room with a bed, a small desk, a mirror, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted shelf with towels.
A rustic wooden cabin surrounded by lush greenery, with a concrete pathway leading to it.

3. Posada Río Celeste La Amistad

Posada Río Celeste La Amistad
Katira
Canada
Milad khataei
€52
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Posada Río Celeste La Amistad
A pathway leading to a pool surrounded by lush greenery and purple flowers.
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, and a view of greenery outside.
A pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lush greenery and a few lounge chairs.
A wooden deck with a view of a lake and hills.

4. Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm

Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm
Santa Rosa
United States
PANKAJ
€74
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm
A dome-shaped room with two beds, a fan, a table with chairs, and a view of greenery outside.
A round wooden table with four chairs, a glass window with a metal frame, and a view of a lush landscape with trees and a bridge.
A lush garden with various plants and trees, a wooden fence, and a distant mountain range under a clear sky.
A tented accommodation with two beds, a table, chairs, a fan, and a view of the outdoors.

5. Rio Celeste Jungle Glamping

Rio Celeste Jungle Glamping
Katira
United States
Savannah
€73
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Rio Celeste Jungle Glamping
A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and a visible rainbow.
A balcony with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a dense forest.
A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.
A lush garden with a variety of plants and a paved path.

6. Agua Inn

Agua Inn
Arenal
Canada
Maxime
€86
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Agua Inn
A room with large windows offering a view of a lush green landscape and mountains. There are wooden tables and chairs arranged for seating.
A modern interior with a leather sofa, a wooden table, and a vase with plants.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and large windows.
A room with a bed, a small table, and a view of greenery through the window.

7. Celeste Mountain Lodge

Celeste Mountain Lodge
Bijagua
United States
Louisa
€115
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Celeste Mountain Lodge
A restaurant interior with wooden floors, a bar area, and a dining section with tables and chairs.
A table with a plate of fruit and a view of a volcano.
A fitness center with exercise equipment, a sign reading "FITNESS ROOM," and a brick pathway.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a phone, and a wall-mounted lamp.

8. Hotel Arenal Lodge

Hotel Arenal Lodge
La Fortuna
United States
henk
€104
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hotel Arenal Lodge
A covered outdoor seating area with a wooden bench, a sofa, and a round table.
A room with a wooden floor, large windows, and a decorative light fixture made of circular objects.
A reception area with a wooden ceiling, a mural with floral and bird designs, and a reception desk with two staff members.
A couple in white robes sitting on a beige sofa with patterned cushions, in a room with a stone wall and a wooden railing overlooking greenery.

9. Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa
La Fortuna
United States
Mehrzad
€138
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Lost Iguana Resort and Spa
A wooden cabin room with two beds, a nightstand, and a lamp.
A grassy area with two stone benches and a person sitting on one. In the background, there is a mountain and a few buildings.
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A room with a bed, a table, and chairs, large windows with a view of a mountain and greenery.

10. Arenal Roca Lodge

Arenal Roca Lodge
La Fortuna
Canada
keith
€56
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Arenal Roca Lodge
A buffet setup with various food items and utensils, surrounded by large windows and decorative lighting.
A modern shower with a rain showerhead, a glass door, and a view of lush greenery outside.
A modern eco-friendly cabin nestled in a lush forest, featuring two bedrooms with large windows, a visible bathroom, and a deck area.
A room with a large window overlooking a mountainous landscape.

11. Sangregado Lodge

Sangregado Lodge
La Fortuna
United States
Danielle
€166
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Sangregado Lodge
A hotel with a mountain view, a reflective pond, and lush greenery.
A spacious living area with a wooden ceiling, large windows, a sofa, and a coffee table.
A resort with a pool, lush greenery, and a mountain view.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a view of a natural landscape.

12. Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
La Fortuna
Mexico
Jorge Isai
€115
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
A modern building with large windows overlooking a lake and distant hills.
A room with a view of a sunset over a body of water, a small round table with a vase of flowers, and a green sofa.
A room with a bed, a table, and a view of the sea at sunset.
A modern house with a concrete pathway leading to a white building with large windows and a balcony overlooking a body of water.

13. Hotel Laguna Arenal

Hotel Laguna Arenal
Arenal
United States
Francesca
€206
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Hotel Laguna Arenal
A wooden suspension bridge surrounded by dense greenery.
A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A house with a green roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear sky.

14. Confort Arenal

Confort Arenal
La Fortuna
Canada
Vernon
€60
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Confort Arenal
A resort with a large pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.
A tropical resort with a mountain view, lush greenery, and a pathway leading to the buildings.
A room with wicker chairs and a small table, a large window with red curtains, and a view of a mountain.
An aerial view of a resort with multiple bungalow-style buildings surrounded by lush gardens and palm trees.

15. Hotel Lavas Tacotal

Hotel Lavas Tacotal
La Fortuna
United States
Jennifer
€84
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Hotel Lavas Tacotal
A spacious room with a large bed, a sofa, and a view of a swimming pool.
A spacious room with a large bed, two sofas, and a view of greenery outside.
A bamboo-themed interior with a wooden sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen area.
A well-lit outdoor area with a wooden structure, surrounded by various plants and a gravel pathway leading to it.

16. Arenal Waterfall Lodge

Arenal Waterfall Lodge
La Fortuna
United States
candice
€57
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Arenal Waterfall Lodge
A lush, tropical garden with a hot spring area, stone seating, and a variety of plants.
A mountain with a red-roofed building complex at its base, surrounded by lush greenery.
A landscaped entrance with a sign for Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort, surrounded by tropical vegetation and a mountain in the background.
A couple dining at a table in a pool surrounded by tropical plants and rocks.

17. Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
La Fortuna
United States
David
€140
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
A garden area with outdoor seating, a lamp post, and a view of a mountain.
A woman walking on a pathway surrounded by lush greenery and red flowers, leading to a pool area.
A person sitting on a rock by a waterfall in a natural setting.
A small waterfall cascading over rocks in a tropical garden setting.

18. Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience
La Fortuna
United States
Ernesto
€134
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience
A garden pathway leading to a building with a mountain in the background.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and small refrigerator.
An aerial view of a residential area with multiple houses, each with a distinct roof style, surrounded by green lawns and trees.
A hotel room with two beds, wooden walls, a chandelier, and a window with curtains.

19. Hotel Campo Verde

Hotel Campo Verde
La Fortuna
United States
Kaya
€103
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Hotel Campo Verde
A triangular glass structure with a visible interior, surrounded by trees.
A balcony with a view of dense foliage and a clear sky.
A room with a large window, a bed, a desk, and a potted plant.
A loft-style bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed, a sofa, and a staircase.

20. Yarumo Lodge Río Celeste Black Chalets

Yarumo Lodge Río Celeste Black Chalets
Bijagua
United States
Brian
€139
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Yarumo Lodge Río Celeste Black Chalets
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Stay near popular San Rafael de Guatuso attractions

Venado Caves

9.4/10 (3 reviews)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Venado Caves during your travels in San Rafael de Guatuso. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
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Learn more about San Rafael de Guatuso

Indigenous Maleku culture comes alive at the Maleku Indigenous Reserve where you can purchase handcrafted souvenirs and learn traditional practices. Paddle through the tranquil waters of Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge nearby, spotting caimans, monkeys, and hundreds of bird species in their natural habitat.

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A waterfall in a lush green forest with a clear blue pool at its base.

Top San Rafael de Guatuso Hotel Reviews

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

10/10 Excellent
"Nice grounds with great pools. Staff was friendly and helpful."
ryan 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience
Koora Hotel by Sandglass

Koora Hotel by Sandglass

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful experience, hotel was clean and unique surroundings, people were nice and helpful."
Ghislaine 2-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Koora Hotel by Sandglass
The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only

The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent excellent place def will stay again hospitality beautiful country!!! Right in front volcano"
Cierra P 4-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only
The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

10/10 Excellent
"Great service and space and view"
Yelisset 3-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

8/10 Good
"The staff and environment was very welcoming to me. I was a solo female traveler and felt safe and comfortable. Food was good and hot springs were accessible and amazing. Only con I had was the walls were very thin in my walls and could hear the people next to me talk and walk around but ultimately didn’t keep me up! Would recommend!"
Jazmine 3-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
Arenal Waterfall Lodge

Arenal Waterfall Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"This place was amazing. The room was beautiful as were the views and the scenery! We even got the chance to see a sloth right outside of our balcony!! The staff were very friendly and accommodating and the free breakfast at Gecko’s every morning was a delicious bonus!!"
Erica 7-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Arenal Waterfall Lodge
Casa Luna Hotel & Spa

Casa Luna Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Absolutely amazing property. Such nice staff and everything was so clean and tidy. I really like that. There were multiple hot tubs instead of just one big hot tub, and the spa was really nice! I definitely suggest going in the off-season, it was quiet and very calm!"
Darby 6-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Casa Luna Hotel & Spa
Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort

Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort

10/10 Excellent
"I didn’t want to leave! The staff were incredibly friendly, and the pre-check-in process and activity-planning support made our trip much easier. We loved the volcano view, lush gardens that provided plenty of privacy, convenient parking right outside our unit, and the relaxing thermal pool. The food was also very good. A wonderful stay overall."
Katherine 4-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean"
Ashley 6-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

More cheap stays in San Rafael de Guatuso

Viajero La Fortuna Hostel

Viajero La Fortuna Hostel

Av. 325 La Fortuna Provincia de Alajuela
€36
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Viajero La Fortuna Hostel
Arenal Xilopalo

Arenal Xilopalo

Calle 478 La Fortuna Alajuela
€57
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Arenal Xilopalo
Hotel Villas Vilma

Hotel Villas Vilma

3 Km West From Fortuna Central Park La Fortuna Alajuela
€91
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (126 reviews)
Hotel Villas Vilma
Tityra Lodge

Tityra Lodge

Ruta Nacional Treciaria 606 Monteverde Puntarenas
€96
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Tityra Lodge
BAUMA

BAUMA

Zeta Trece La Fortuna Provincia de Alajuela
€187
9 Oct - 10 Oct
includes taxes & fees
BAUMA
Hostel La Choza Inn

Hostel La Choza Inn

Avenue 331 La Fortuna Alajuela
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7.8/10 Good! (232 reviews)
Hostel La Choza Inn

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in San Rafael de Guatuso?
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa, located 14.1 mi (22.7 km) from the heart of San Rafael de Guatuso, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other choices for your trip to the area are Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort and The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in San Rafael de Guatuso.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that San Rafael de Guatuso has to offer?
Green Forest Vacations Homes: This holiday home rental outside of San Rafael de Guatuso offers an indoor pool, a balcony and free WiFi to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a stovetop, a microwave and a coffee maker. Make the most of garden in this rental home to help you unwind. See all vacation rentals in San Rafael de Guatuso.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in San Rafael de Guatuso, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in San Rafael de Guatuso.
What's the best dog-friendly place to stay in San Rafael de Guatuso?
Cabinas El Tropico is a top hotel for people travelling with their pets and offers free WiFi for its human guests. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in San Rafael de Guatuso.
What are some accommodation options with pools in San Rafael de Guatuso?
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa: Resort, 7-minute walk from Arenal Volcano National Park. Features a children's pool, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort and The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal are two additional hotels that offer an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in San Rafael de Guatuso.
What's it like to stay in San Rafael de Guatuso?
Those travelling to San Rafael de Guatuso will definitely enjoy the sights to see and things to do. A top sight in the area is Arenal Volcano National Park. In San Rafael de Guatuso, there are 6 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about San Rafael de Guatuso.
What should I see while I'm in San Rafael de Guatuso?
A couple of favourite places to visit are Tenorio Volcano National Park and Venado Caves. Additionally, you'll find Arenal Volcano National Park in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's San Rafael de Guatuso guide.
What's the seasonal weather in San Rafael de Guatuso?
The hottest months are usually April and May, with an average temperature of 25°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 23°C. The rainiest months in San Rafael de Guatuso are July, October, June and August, with each month seeing an average of 397 mm of rainfall.