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A lush, tropical garden with a hot spring area, stone seating, and a variety of plants.

1. Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

La Fortuna

Jeanette

CA $235 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 2 - Dec 3

A person sitting on a rock by a waterfall in a natural setting.

2. Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

La Fortuna

GABRIELA

CA $271 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 7 - Dec 8

A wooden balcony with two rocking chairs and a small table, overlooking a lush landscape with a mountain in the distance.

3. Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

La Fortuna

Saim

CA $195 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A room with large windows offering a view of a lush green landscape and mountains. There are wooden tables and chairs arranged for seating.

4. Celeste Mountain Lodge

Bijagua

Michael

CA $202 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A dome-shaped room with two beds, a fan, a table with chairs, and a view of greenery outside.

5. Rio Celeste Jungle Glamping

Katira

Savannah

CA $143 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

A pool with clear blue water, a stone statue, and a view of a lake and mountains.

6. La Mansion Inn Arenal

Arenal

Linda

CA $228 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A modern building with large windows overlooking a lake and distant hills.

7. Hotel Laguna Arenal

Arenal

Francesca

CA $320 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A hotel with a mountain view, a reflective pond, and lush greenery.

8. Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

La Fortuna

Pooja

CA $225 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, sun loungers, and a landscaped garden area.

9. Hideaway Rio Celeste

Katira

Oscar

CA $540 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A pathway leading to a pool surrounded by lush greenery and purple flowers.

10. Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm

Santa Rosa

Ryan

CA $152 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 8 - Dec 9

A covered walkway with benches and potted plants, leading to a garden area.

11. Hotel Sueño Real Rio Celeste

Katira

Jeffry

CA $170 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A room with a large window, two wooden chairs, a bathtub, and a view of a mountain.

12. Hotel Arenal Lodge

La Fortuna

henk

CA $180 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A bedroom with a large bed, wooden flooring, and a view through a glass door.

13. Hotel Mystica

Santa Rosa

Anne-Claire

CA $214 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 13 - Nov 14

A restaurant with outdoor seating and a sign advertising its name and hours.

14. Posada Río Celeste La Amistad

Katira

Milad khataei

CA $70 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A wooden deck with a hammock, a bench, and a table.

15. Cataratas Bijagua Lodge

Bijagua

Michael

CA $161 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A pool surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

16. Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

La Fortuna

Valerie

CA $922 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A resort with multiple swimming pools surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain in the background.

17. Hotel Lomas del Volcán

La Fortuna

gabriel

CA $380 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

An aerial view of a swimming pool with a person swimming, surrounded by a thatched roof, lounge chairs, and an umbrella.

18. Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort

La Fortuna

James

CA $448 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A buffet setup with various food items and utensils, surrounded by large windows and decorative lighting.

19. Sangregado Lodge

La Fortuna

Danielle

CA $372 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A spacious room with a large bed, a sofa, and a view of a swimming pool.

20. Arenal Waterfall Lodge

La Fortuna

Esteban

CA $90 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

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Vacation Rentals in Northern Plains

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Hotel Finca L’Étoile Celeste

Katira

"Wonderful place to stay. Pool, grounds and food were excellent! "

Cabin

A room with a bed, a bedside table, a small potted plant, a nightstand, a window, and a door.

Cabañas Los Laguitos

Katira

"Cabanas Los Laguitos is a little heaven in earth, it is where you can connect to nature and to experience the real rainforest in Costa Rica. Host are great, welcome, friendly, warm, real people with no agenda other than to ensure you are feeling like home!! You are 5 mins driving distance to volcán Tenorio, Rio Celeste waterfalls and river. The horse ridding tour is a real adventure!! I already booked a second trip!!"

Villa

A hot tub on a wooden deck with a stone wall and a door leading to a covered patio.

Arenal Volcanic Villas

La Fortuna

"This property was everything it promised to be and more. The view of the volcano was absolutely incredible and honestly even better in person. The entire property was exceptionally clean, well cared for, and had everything I needed for a comfortable stay. The host was wonderful Very responsive, helpful, and easy to communicate with throughout my stay. You can tell a lot of care goes into making sure guests have a great experience. I truly enjoyed my time here and would absolutely stay again....

Villa

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a wooden vanity, and a large window offering a view of a mountainous landscape.

Destino Hotel & Hot Spring

Fortuna

"This place was more than amazing for us , the owner accommodated our 1 year old in everything we did , he was very kid friendly and made sure we did not want for nothing. Would 100 percent recommend this place specially for a family stay ! We will be booking again forsure"

Camping

A tent with two beds, a dining area, a TV, and a kitchenette.

Volcano Tenorio Glamping Ranch - 3 Tents

San Rafael de Guatuso

"We had a wonderful stay. Everything you could ever think of needing was provided. For a glamping experience this place is top notch. You have your own private toilet and sink right next to you. The showers were great as well. "

Cabin

Jardín entre Montañas

Bijagua

"Excellent stayall around! The family who maintains the place was very friendly and a joy to talk to. It was a perfect way to spend our first evening in Costa Rica! Breakfast was delicious!"

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A waterfall in a lush green forest with a person sitting at the base.

Tabacon Hot Springs

9.4/10 (1,978 reviews)

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.

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Top Northern Plains Hotel Reviews

Casa Luna Hotel & Spa

8/10 Good

"Enjoyed the pools. Breakfast was ok. Room was clean."

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were all professional, friendly, and extremely nice. The rooms are clean, the breakfast is very ample. The food is all really good. I have stayed here before, and would stay again, it is one of our favorite places near Arenal and La Fortuna."

Hotel Lomas del Volcán

10/10 Excellent

"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely Beautiful Resort – Highly Recommend! What a beautiful resort! From the moment we arrived, we were impressed by the stunning property and the overall atmosphere. The entire resort was absolutely gorgeous, and every detail added to its charm. The pools were beautiful, clean, and heated, which made them even more enjoyable. The staff was incredibly friendly, helpful, and welcoming throughout our stay. Our housekeeper was wonderful and trustworthy, and our room was always spotless, with fresh, clean beds to come back to each day. One of our favorite experiences was enjoying breakfast with such a breathtaking view! The food was absolutely delicious, not just at breakfast but throughout our entire stay. I truly cannot say enough good things about this resort. We have absolutely no complaints! It was such a pleasure spending our vacation in a beautiful town while staying at an equally beautiful resort. Everything about our experience made our trip even more memorable. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area. Thank you for making our vacation so special! ❤️"

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

10/10 Excellent

"If you are ok without air-conditioning, you will be beyond pleased. Beautiful surroundings and wonderful staff. Check in was very smooth. Refresh towels and drink was offered and all luggage carried to the room. Restaurant with views of Volcano and lake.........no words"