[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga Hostal with free parking, a quick walk to Lake Arenal ![Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16460000/16456200/16456147/82bb5209.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Superior Room, 1 Double Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16460000/16456200/16456147/e1970422.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16460000/16456200/16456147/8fea0ff1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16460000/16456200/16456147/c1fa5e2f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free toiletries, towels, soap](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16460000/16456200/16456147/e18d3816.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga offers a serene escape near Lake Arenal. The hostel features an outdoor pool, a vegetarian restaurant, and WiFi in public areas, perfect for a break from wellness activities. 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Spa - Room service - Pool - Breakfast available - Laundry - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 8 - Oct. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=16456147&PinnedHotelID=16456147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=16456147&PinnedHotelID=16456147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 9 - Oct. 10](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=16456147&PinnedHotelID=16456147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=16456147&PinnedHotelID=16456147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=16456147&PinnedHotelID=16456147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=16456147&PinnedHotelID=16456147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=16456147&PinnedHotelID=16456147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=16456147&PinnedHotelID=16456147&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ![Superior Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16460000/16456200/16456147/5644471d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom ### Highlights Balcony Separate bedroom Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed ![Standard Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16460000/16456200/16456147/855e5b93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Balcony Separate bedroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 4 - 2 Twin Bunk Beds ![Triple Room, Shared Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16460000/16456200/16456147/243b54e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Triple Room, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Separate bedroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 3 - 1 Twin Bunk Bed ![Superior Room, 1 Double Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16460000/16456200/16456147/5b093a42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room, 1 Double Bed ### Highlights Separate bedroom Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Casa Bella Vista](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16460000/16456200/16456147/5f66ce7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Casa Bella Vista ### Highlights Separate bedroom Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - 1 bedroom - Lake view - Sleeps 5 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Bunk Bed ![Casitas nomadas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16460000/16456200/16456147/391457ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Casitas nomadas 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Separate bedroom Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPenas-Blancas-Hotels-Essence-Arenal-Hostel.h16456147.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FPenas-Blancas-Hotels-Essence-Arenal-Hostel.h16456147.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Peñas Blancas, Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga is in a rural area and in the mountains. Costa Rica Sky Adventures and Los Lagos Hot Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Arenal and Arenal Volcano. Tabacon Hot Springs and Arenal Volcano National Park are two other places to visit that come recommended. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and ziplining nearby. [Visit our Peñas Blancas travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Penas-Blancas.dx6184019) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C10.42545%2C-84.75104&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9jhTnvCNgXS8fdTYFffsASNXDgM=) 1 Km Sur Escuela del Castillo, Arenal Volcano National Park, Peñas Blancas, 1230 ### What's nearby - Costa Rica Sky Adventures - 8 min drive - 4.5 km - Tabacon Hot Springs - 21 min drive - 13.2 km - Arenal Volcano National Park - 21 min drive - 13.6 km - Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park - 27 min drive - 16.7 km - La Fortuna Waterfall - 42 min drive - 29.5 km ### Getting around - La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 35 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Shangri-La Gardens - ‬18 min drive - ‪Tucanes - ‬19 min drive - ‪Soda La Palma - ‬20 min drive - ‪Restaurante El Jilguero - ‬15 min drive - ‪Restaurante Las Palmas - ‬25 min drive ## About this property ### Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga Hostal near Lake Arenal Located close to Costa Rica Sky Adventures, Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga provides a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like volleyball and hiking/biking at this hostal. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot springs or Turkish bath/hammam, and indulge in a Swedish massage or reflexology. The on-site vegetarian cuisine restaurant, No aplica, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. Additional perks include: - An outdoor pool - Free self parking - Full breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and smoke-free premises - Luggage storage, a front-desk safe, and books Room features All guestrooms at Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga have amenities such as room service. 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Check-in end time: 7:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9:00 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 for adults and USD 8 for children The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Hot springs access available from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Essence Arenal Hostel El Castillo Essence Arenal El Castillo Essence Arenal Spa Essence Arenal Hostel Essence Arenal Spa Yoga Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga Hostal Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga Peñas Blancas Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga Hostal Peñas Blancas ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga? > As of Oct 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga on Oct 12, 2025 start from CA $102.96, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Penas-Blancas-Hotels-Essence-Arenal-Hostel.h16456147.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga? > Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga? > Check-out is at 11 AM. ### Does Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. ### Where is Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga located? > Situated in the mountains, this hostal is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Lake Arenal and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Costa Rica Sky Adventures. Arenal Volcano and Tabacon Hot Springs are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 25 8 - Good 14 6 - Okay 5 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0/10 Cleanliness ### 9.4/10 Staff & service ### 9.0/10 Amenities ### 8.6/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 9.8/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brittni Jun 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities I could have stayed here for weeks! The ladies running the front desk and kitchen area were some of the sweetest humans ever!! ##### Brittni Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberley Mar 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Loved this stay so much!!!! Highly recommend. ##### Kimberley Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Salvador Apr 14, 2025 #### Basica hotel with great views to the arenal vulcan Basic hotel with great views to the arenal vulcano, our room with private bathroom was simple but clean. Nice property with great walks in nature, 30 mins away from fortuna but a car would solve all. ##### Salvador Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caroline Feb 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Amazing gem of a hotel. Absolutely beautiful hotel with incredibly friendly service and amazing food. I would highly recommend it. The chocolate tour was a highlight. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/28A0ADBC3413E903F58BF022F803C18B3DCCC1C01740519864605.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7DCD0BCC356EA8430BEFEE1C58EDCB7A60B5AB601740519928900.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/249607ADC777AD4CAA869A8338C228764E41B1DD1740519926087.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/D01FE58D10AA0498A492B1BFBBEDBA42399388D21740519924809.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Caroline Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheli Jun 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This place is an absolute gem. If you’re considering taking a moment away in the jungle to be with nature, live on a farm, eat amazing food, try different spa treatments, hike, yoga; this is the place! I stayed farm side which was cool at night. It’s a short hike or shuttle ride to the hotel part where dinner or spa activities are. You will not be disappointed. I’m going back and I can’t wait to experience it again. ##### Sheli Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emile Oct 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very nice little hotel with Hiking trails, spas, healthy food options and very nice view of Arenal as well as the lagoon ##### Emile Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tiffany Apr 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This property was a true sanctuary. Nestled in the jungle with various short walking trails, daily yoga and a spa circuit. The hosts were just amazing and kind and the property was pure heaven. If you want snacks or coffee, there’s no refrigerator or coffee in the room so just plan accordingly. :) ##### Tiffany Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Laura Dec 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Beautiful surroundings This place is really nice. The surroundings are amazing - you can see both the volcano and the lake, and they have a beautiful garden with a pound, a pool, a spa-area and yoga studio. The morning yoga was really good! And the make really nice food in their kitchen. We thought their activities were a bit to pricy for our taste - but that shouldnt stop anyone from going. Im pretty sure you wont regret it! ##### Laura Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janice Feb 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Amazing Essence is a wonderful place to stay…. The property is well thought out for you to enjoy nature and has a variety of accommodation options. The Glamping tents are surrounded by bamboo trees and very peaceful. (Shared bathrooms, but that was no problem for us….expected with Glamping) They have their own farm and I would recommend taking a walk through it. There are also a number of hiking trails, which makes it feel like you are not only staying at a hotel, but also a nature park. The staff is always friendly and helpful. Gabriel is an amazing chef and wonderful person. We enjoyed our stay tremendously and will recommend Essence to friends. ##### Janice Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Franka Feb 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities We had a wonderful time. The grounds are beautiful. We saw monkeys lots of birds and other wildlife right from our window. The staff is incredibly nice and helpful. The restaurant is cute and offers good food at a reasonable price. We had lots of rain while there and it does creep into the casitas. Our towels never really dried and the bed felt clammy too. So be aware of this and decide if that works for you before booking. The kitchen is also only sparsely equipped. It would've been nice to have a chopping board and a sharp knife as we did cook a few times. If you like to cook extravagant meals at home this is not your place but we did make pasta, tacos and other simple dishes without any problems. There is much to explore in the area and it's helpful to have a car, preferably even a 4x4. Overall, we very much enjoyed our time at Essence and would come back. Bring a raincoat and change of shoes and don't miss the Night Jungle Tour. It was a highlight! ##### Franka Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicholas May 18, 2025 ##### Nicholas Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Isabelmarie Apr 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Me encantó la experiencia, el equipo de trabajo a otro nivel con su dedicación. Definitivamente volveré a reservar cuando vuelva a Costa Rica ##### Isabelmarie Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Andrea Apr 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service The property is little dated but ok, it’s surrendered by nature, so it would be nice if cabins had some outdoor sitting furniture. The area has some beautiful views on the lake and volcano, it’s hard to beat! ##### Andrea Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heidi Mar 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/25E2D6787BEE3D785D575F0711259FDE5367E62B1741223227444.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0586E5B46D94D19F249E086E13763F8D4A815BC81741223231020.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Heidi Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Pascale Aug 28, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Cuisine excellente. Manque lampe de chevet ##### Pascale Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jose Manuel Oct 18, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Friendly staff, eco friendly hotel ##### Jose Manuel Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Aug 1, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The most wonderful place to relax, detox, and recharge. The staff is full of genuine love and kindness. Beautiful views and excellent heathy food. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Feb 10, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nous avons adoré cet hôtel avec une magnifique jungle et une super vue sur le volcan. Le personnel est très sympathique et les repas sont excellents. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Jeff, Prince George bc Jan 26, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Rustic. Beautiful views. Staff was amazing. Beds were not so comfortable. Food was great. Right in the jungle so lots of wildlife. ##### Jeff Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jan 23, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Amazing stay! Beautiful view of Lake Arenal and good vibes ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020 ### 6/10 Okay #### Erik Jan 1, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service ##### Erik Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Oct 30, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I absolutly loved staying here. It was a great setting, a nice break out of town, with a wonderful view of the volcano. The staff were amazing and extreamly helpful. I loved the daily yoga classes out in nature with amazing teachers. There were lots of walking trails around the property and you could go walk around the farm where they grow a lot of the fruit used in the kitched for vegitarian meals. Also the massages were super relaxing. I will definitely be coming here again! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Trotoux Apr 1, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Room comfort Chambre très petite, même pas de place pour ouvrir les valises. Odeur d’egout dans la salle de bain. Chambre ne correspond pas du tout à la photo. ##### Trotoux Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jan 14, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Hôtel accueillant, personnel aux petits soins, nourriture excellente et végétarienne ! Ballades autour de l’hotel au top... ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Carrie, Canada Jan 6, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing view, beautiful property and trails, delicious meals with the lovely Lillian. If you want some time away from the tourism and to be in nature, this is the place! The staff are so helpful and kind, and I highly recommend you get a tour of the area with Lilander in horseback... will blow your mind! ##### Carrie Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Montaña de fuego Mountain Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Montana-De-Fuego.h1309587.Hotel-Information) > > [The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-The-Royal-Corin-Thermal-Water-Spa-Resort.h2486262.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxor Hotel and Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Las-Vegas-Hotels-Luxor-Hotel-And-Casino.h15237.Hotel-Information) > > [Arenal Paraíso Resort & Thermo Mineral Hot Springs](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Arenal-Paraiso-Resort-Thermo-Mineral-Hot-Springs.h6612797.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Honolulu](https://www.expedia.ca/Honolulu-Hotels.d1488.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Hotel-Los-Lagos-Spa-Resort.h1312339.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Woodstock](https://www.expedia.ca/Woodstock-Hotels.d6141055.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotel Mountain Paradise](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Mountain-Paradise-Wellness-Spa.h1770633.Hotel-Information) > > [Arenal Kioro Suites & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Arenal-Kioro-Suites-Spa.h1690575.Hotel-Information) > > [Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs](https://www.expedia.ca/Penas-Blancas-Hotels-Chachagua-Rainforest-Hotel-Hot-Springs.h15784289.Hotel-Information) > > [Paradise Hot Springs - Thermal Water & Volcano Views](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Paradise-Hot-Springs-Thermal-Resort.h17222236.Hotel-Information) > > [Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Tabacon-Thermal-Resort-Spa.h1142389.Hotel-Information) > > [Nayara Gardens](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Nayara-Gardens.h2190965.Hotel-Information) > > [Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Volcano-Lodge-Hotel-Thermal-Experience.h2133936.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel El Silencio del Campo](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Hotel-El-Silencio-Del-Campo.h2307340.Hotel-Information) > > [Nayara Springs - Adults only](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Nayara-Springs-Adults-Only.h8743893.Hotel-Information) > > [Amor Arenal Adults Friendly](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Amor-Arenal-Adults-Only.h29335103.Hotel-Information) > > [Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Arenal-Manoa-Hot-Springs-Resort.h1671981.Hotel-Information) > > [Tree Houses Hotel Costa Rica](https://www.expedia.ca/Florencia-Hotels-Tree-Houses-Hotel-Costa-Rica.h35128198.Hotel-Information) > > [Nayara Tented Camp](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Nayara-Tented-Camp.h40057347.Hotel-Information) > > [The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal](https://www.expedia.ca/Monterrey-Hotels-The-Springs-Resort-And-Spa-At-Arenal.h2307339.Hotel-Information) > > [Baldi Hot Springs Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Baldi-Hot-Springs-Hotel-And-Spa.h2145540.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Kokoro Mineral Hot Springs](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Hotel-Kokoro-Mineral-Hot-Springs.h3073878.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Caribbean Airlines](https://www.expedia.ca/Caribbean-Airlines-Flights.cBW.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Cairo (CAI)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/cai/toronto-to-cairo) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Rome (FCO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/fco/calgary-to-rome) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Chicago (ORD)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/ord/toronto-to-chicago) ### Packages > [Egypt Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Egypt.d52.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Mexico](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/117/Mexico)