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1. Tilajari Hotel Resort

Tilajari Hotel Resort
Florencia
United States
Paul A
CA $123
CA $140 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Tilajari Hotel Resort

2. Scala Inn

Scala Inn
Cutris
United States
Rafael
CA $79
CA $89 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Scala Inn

3. Palo Alto Glamping Hotel

Palo Alto Glamping Hotel
Florencia
United States
Michael
CA $124
CA $140 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Palo Alto Glamping Hotel

4. Boutique Hotel Containers

Boutique Hotel Containers
Florencia
United States
Edgar
CA $69
CA $79 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Boutique Hotel Containers

5. Hotel Terra Viva

Hotel Terra Viva
Quesada
United States
Shane
CA $94
CA $116 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Hotel Terra Viva

6. Cabinas Piedra Luna

Cabinas Piedra Luna
Aguas Zarcas
United States
Nicolas
CA $53
CA $60 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Cabinas Piedra Luna

7. Hotel Vale's

Hotel Vale's
Aguas Zarcas
United States
Jose
CA $85
CA $96 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Hotel Vale's

8. Hotel El Tucano Resort & Thermal Spa

Hotel El Tucano Resort & Thermal Spa
La Palmeria
United States
Ramakant
CA $157
CA $177 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Hotel El Tucano Resort & Thermal Spa

9. Bungalows Las Iguanas Arenal Volcano

Bungalows Las Iguanas Arenal Volcano
Peñas Blancas
United States
Brian
CA $177
CA $200 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Bungalows Las Iguanas Arenal Volcano

10. San Rafael Ecolodge

San Rafael Ecolodge
La Tigra
United States
Samuel
CA $128
CA $144 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
San Rafael Ecolodge

11. Termales del Bosque & Hot Springs

Termales del Bosque & Hot Springs
Quesada
United States
Lamar
CA $137
CA $155 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Termales del Bosque & Hot Springs

12. Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul

Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul
La Fortuna
United States
Litzy
CA $90
CA $101 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Hotel Rancho Cerro Azul

13. Finca Luna Nueva Lodge

Finca Luna Nueva Lodge
Peñas Blancas
United States
Blanche Louise Adèle
CA $185
CA $209 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Finca Luna Nueva Lodge

14. Hotel Monteriggioni

Hotel Monteriggioni
Florencia
CA $48
CA $54 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Hotel Monteriggioni

15. Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
La Fortuna
Mexico
Jorge Isai
CA $160
CA $181 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

16. La Fortuna Lodge by Treebu Hotels

La Fortuna Lodge by Treebu Hotels
La Fortuna
United States
Genesis
CA $100
CA $113 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
La Fortuna Lodge by Treebu Hotels

17. Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs

Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs
Peñas Blancas
United States
Anonymous traveller
CA $195
CA $300 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs

18. Hotel Monte Real

Hotel Monte Real
La Fortuna
United States
Daniel
CA $90
CA $102 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Hotel Monte Real

19. Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs

Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs
Peñas Blancas
United States
Joseph
CA $210
CA $238 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs

20. Hotel Secreto La Fortuna

Hotel Secreto La Fortuna
La Fortuna
Canada
Labib
CA $105
CA $119 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Hotel Secreto La Fortuna
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Learn more about Muelle San Carlos

Boat tours along the San Carlos River reveal toucans, monkeys, and caimans in their natural habitat. Nearby La Fortuna offers hot springs and views of Arenal Volcano, while local restaurants serve traditional casados with fresh tropical fruits.

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A mountain with a peak, surrounded by lush green fields and trees.

Top Muelle San Carlos Hotel Reviews

The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only

The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent breakfast!!! Lots of variety."
Rofiat 3-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only
Hotel Lomas del Volcán

Hotel Lomas del Volcán

10/10 Excellent
"Our stay here was absolutely wonderful. The staff was so friendly and accommodating and they really went out of their way to make our stay special. The food was SO delicious and every morning for breakfast they went out of their way to bring me gluten free options, even some that weren’t on the menu. The property was quiet, well maintained, and in a beautiful location with amazing views of the volcano. On our anniversary they decorated our room special and left us some sweet treats. We truly loved it here and can’t wait to return!"
Michael 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hotel Lomas del Volcán
La Fortuna Lodge by Treebu Hotels

La Fortuna Lodge by Treebu Hotels

10/10 Excellent
"We had a wonderful stay at La Fortuna Lodge. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming and the overall vibe was great. We stayed in a room with a view of the volcano and we were able to watch birds directly. The bed and room were comfortable. Centrally located for easy access to shops and restaurants. The provided breakfast was delicious. The team happily accommodated us to provide vegan versions by leaving out the egg and cheese and providing some additions. We would stay again if we get the chance to visit La Fortuna again."
Bronwen 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
La Fortuna Lodge by Treebu Hotels
Hotel Secreto La Fortuna

Hotel Secreto La Fortuna

10/10 Excellent
"I stayed at Hotel Secreto for one night as a part of my trip to Costa Rica and it is a great spot! It was beautiful, had delicious breakfast and the staff were excellent! I arrived around 11 with a shuttle from San Jose and they let me start the check in process early and held my backpack for me while I adventured until I was able to receive my key at normal check in time! When I made it back over it was drizzling and one of the kind reception workers actually walked me to my room with an umbrella. The next morning, I was waiting for my shuttle to Monteverde and another one of the reception workers actually called them to ensure my ride was on the way! I left around sunset for a hot spring reservation and got lucky with a gorgeous view of the volcano. And the next morning, I even saw a three toed sloth in the parking lot before getting into my shuttle!!"
Kayleen 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hotel Secreto La Fortuna
Casa Luna Hotel & Spa

Casa Luna Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"The staff were amazing and very knowledgeable about the area and all of the services offered and best tours to book. The tours directly through the hotel were staffed with interesting people who were very knowledgeable about their speciality as well as the country…very impressed with the whole experience!"
Pamela 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Casa Luna Hotel & Spa
Baldi Hot Springs Hotel and Spa

Baldi Hot Springs Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Hot springs are amazing, property is Beautiful. I will definitely come back."
Victor 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Baldi Hot Springs Hotel and Spa
Nayara Gardens

Nayara Gardens

10/10 Excellent
"As a Costa Rican, I almost never vacation at hotels locally. Too often, the domestic hospitality scene feels pretty average—or frankly underwhelming—for what you end up paying, so my expectations were cautiously neutral. Nayara Gardens completely proved me wrong. From the second we pulled up, the service was on another level. The staff is warm, dialed-in, and remarkably professional without feeling stiff or scripted. The rooms are stunning, tucked right into the rainforest with total privacy and insane attention to detail. The food across every restaurant was genuinely phenomenal, the spa was pure bliss, and every tour we booked ran like clockwork with guides who actually knew their stuff. It’s rare to find a place that nails every single aspect of the guest experience, but Nayara pulled it off effortlessly. They set a whole new bar for luxury here, and we’re already planning our next stay."
Max 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Nayara Gardens
Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs

Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent
"I loved the peacefullness of the rainforest. The staff was amazing. The only thing that was not great was the food. They should specials on everyday of the week. I asked for eggs over medium and I got hard eggs. The steak tacos had no flavor and the steak was hard. The only good thing that we ate was the skirt steak with mash and they can put more mash on the plate."
Marc 5-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs

More cheap stays in Muelle San Carlos

Viajero La Fortuna Hostel

Viajero La Fortuna Hostel

Av. 325 La Fortuna Provincia de Alajuela
CA $49
CA $56 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
includes taxes & fees
Viajero La Fortuna Hostel
Regina Hotel

Regina Hotel

Arenal Volcano La Fortuna
CA $63
CA $71 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (147 reviews)
Regina Hotel
Arenal Xilopalo

Arenal Xilopalo

Calle 478 La Fortuna Alajuela
CA $79
CA $90 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
includes taxes & fees
Arenal Xilopalo
Hotel Villas Vilma

Hotel Villas Vilma

3 Km West From Fortuna Central Park La Fortuna Alajuela
CA $119
CA $134 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (126 reviews)
Hotel Villas Vilma
BAUMA

BAUMA

Zeta Trece La Fortuna Provincia de Alajuela
CA $212
CA $240 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
includes taxes & fees
9.8/10 Exceptional! (318 reviews)
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

What is the best area to stay in Muelle San Carlos?
The best area to stay in Muelle San Carlos for quality and convenience is generally around the main road, Route 4, particularly near the intersection with Route 141.This area offers the most developed infrastructure for visitors, with a selection of top lodges and eco-resorts. You'll find amenities such as quality restaurants, tour operators, and shops within easy reach, making it a convenient base for exploring the region. The general layout is spread out along the main routes, with properties often set back from the road within their own grounds.Couples looking for a relaxing and comfortable stay will appreciate the lodges in this area. Many offer secluded settings with views of the surrounding rainforest or rivers, often featuring amenities like private plunge pools or access to nature trails. It's an excellent choice for those seeking a tranquil retreat with easy access to organised excursions.Families will also find this area suitable due to the availability of resorts with larger accommodations and a range of activities. Properties often provide amenities like swimming pools, nature walks, and organised wildlife spotting tours, which are great for keeping children entertained.
When is the best time to go to Muelle San Carlos?
The best time to go to Muelle San Carlos for ideal weather is generally during the dry season, which runs from December to April.During these months, you'll experience less rainfall and plenty of sunshine, making it superb for outdoor activities and exploring the natural beauty of the region. The roads are also in better condition for travel during this time.For those interested in wildlife viewing, particularly birdwatching, the dry season is often excellent as animals congregate around fewer water sources, making them easier to spot. This period is ideal for couples seeking a comfortable and active holiday.The shoulder months of May and November can also be a good option for travellers who prefer slightly fewer crowds and potentially lower prices, while still enjoying relatively pleasant weather with occasional rain showers.
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You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Muelle San Carlos.
How much is the nightly rate at a Muelle San Carlos hotel?
Prices for hotels in Muelle San Carlos often vary, but you can find a great deal from CA $56 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.

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