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Our top choices for San Rafael de Guatuso vacation rentals

1. Volcano Tenorio Glamping Ranch - 3 Tents

Volcano Tenorio Glamping Ranch - 3 Tents
2.0 star property
San Rafael de Guatuso
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (8 reviews)
"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. "
United States
Stephanie
The price is CA $138
CA $156 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Volcano Tenorio Glamping Ranch - 3 Tents

2. The twisted wooden house

The twisted wooden house
Rio Celeste
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Very unique location in the middle of the countryside. The house is quite beautiful and kept quite clean. Amazing bird watching opportunities early in the mornings and overall a very nice experience. Be prepared for a feather rustic experience."
United States
Varun
The price is CA $124
CA $201 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
The twisted wooden house

3. The House on the Hill

The House on the Hill
Provincia de Alajuela
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (5 reviews)
"Kids loved the pool! Great location all within an hour of Rio Celeste, chocolate tour, sloth sanctuary, and Lake Arsenal!"
United States
Brianna S.
The price is CA $101
CA $109 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
The House on the Hill

4. Hotel Finca L’Étoile Celeste

Hotel Finca L’Étoile Celeste
3.0 star property
Katira
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay. Pool, grounds and food were excellent! "
United States
Joshua Jon
The price is CA $163
CA $184 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Hotel Finca L’Étoile Celeste

5. Bungalows Paraíso Celeste

Bungalows Paraíso Celeste
3.0 star property
Bijagua
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"The view was great and the breakfast was awesome. The only issue was that the Dutch front door let in a lot of insects. Overall a great value."
United States
Tim
The price is CA $197
CA $222 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Bungalows Paraíso Celeste

6. Cabañas y Senderos Finca El Triunfo Caño Negro.

Cabañas y Senderos Finca El Triunfo Caño Negro.
3.0 star property
Caño Negro
The price is CA $154
CA $174 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Cabañas y Senderos Finca El Triunfo Caño Negro.

7. Jardín entre Montañas

Jardín entre Montañas
3.0 star property
Bijagua
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"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!"
United States
Kevin
The price is CA $102
CA $115 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Jardín entre Montañas

8. Cabañas Los Laguitos

Cabañas Los Laguitos
3.0 star property
Katira
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"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!!"
United States
Carlos L Baltodano
The price is CA $86
CA $97 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Cabañas Los Laguitos

9. Casa Isabelita-4/2Home, Lake View Family Retreat with AC and WIFI

Casa Isabelita-4/2Home, Lake View Family Retreat with AC and WIFI
Tierras Morenas
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"Loved the stay here. The road down is steep and winding. Beaitiful scenery but make sure you get a 4x4 to accomodate. "
United States
Dawna C.
The price is CA $124
CA $223 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Casa Isabelita-4/2Home, Lake View Family Retreat with AC and WIFI

10. Cabañas Rio Escondido

Cabañas Rio Escondido
3.0 star property
Peñas Blancas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (104 reviews)
"Good location, quiet and peaceful"
Canada
Gwendolyn
The price is CA $41
CA $47 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Cabañas Rio Escondido

11. Pura Vidaville. Jungle Oasis w/AC, Fast WiFi & Private River Access-Tenorio Park

Pura Vidaville. Jungle Oasis w/AC, Fast WiFi & Private River Access-Tenorio Park
Bijagua
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"The host was amazing, quick to reply to any questions we had. The home was very modern and cozy, we enjoyed the snacks and breakfast bar food they provided."
United States
M A.
The price is CA $284
CA $359 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Pura Vidaville. Jungle Oasis w/AC, Fast WiFi & Private River Access-Tenorio Park

12. Villa El Tucán

Villa El Tucán
3.5 star property
Bijagua
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay, the owners were very welcoming and made our stay a pleasure "
United Kingdom
David
The price is CA $171
CA $193 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Villa El Tucán

13. Cabañas Sueños del Arenal

Cabañas Sueños del Arenal
3.0 star property
Peñas Blancas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Great private property"
United States
Connor
The price is CA $75
CA $100 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Cabañas Sueños del Arenal

14. Yarumo Lodge Río Celeste Black Chalets

Yarumo Lodge Río Celeste Black Chalets
3.0 star property
Bijagua
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Beautiful spot and friendly service!"
United States
Brian
The price is CA $182
CA $205 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Yarumo Lodge Río Celeste Black Chalets

15. Aves de Tierras Altas

Aves de Tierras Altas
3.0 star property
Bijagua
The price is CA $218
CA $246 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Aves de Tierras Altas

16. Villa With the Best Arenal Volcano Views: 4 Guests, Nature & Small Kitchen

Villa With the Best Arenal Volcano Views: 4 Guests, Nature & Small Kitchen
La Fortuna
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"Great place to stay close to many attractions and stores. Clean and cozy home. The host was very responsive and made many helpful recommendations of things to do in the area. The only slight downside was the street noise at times."
United States
Carrie S.
The price is CA $152
CA $181 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Villa With the Best Arenal Volcano Views: 4 Guests, Nature & Small Kitchen

17. Adventure and relaxation: Balcony with views of the stunning Volcano and Lake.

Adventure and relaxation: Balcony with views of the stunning Volcano and Lake.
La Fotuna
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (6 reviews)
"everything was great!!"
United States
Federico M.
The price is CA $139
CA $185 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Adventure and relaxation: Balcony with views of the stunning Volcano and Lake.

18. Barefoot

Barefoot
Bijagua de Upala
The price is CA $159
CA $209 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Barefoot

19. Arenal Dragonfly Private Paradise - Volcano Front Romantic Getaway

Arenal Dragonfly Private Paradise - Volcano Front Romantic Getaway
La Fortuna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Amazing stay! Could not recommend this place more. Perfect place outside downtown La fortuna and was nice and private. Everything was clean and perfect!"
United States
Morgan A.
The price is CA $136
CA $165 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Arenal Dragonfly Private Paradise - Volcano Front Romantic Getaway

20. Rio Celeste Nature View

Rio Celeste Nature View
3.0 star property
Katira
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (19 reviews)
"Gray stay at Amistad! Beautiful property, perfect location, amazing restaurant on site, great people!"
Costa Rica
jacob
The price is CA $57
CA $64 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Rio Celeste Nature View
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You always said you would go on a dream vacation someday. Now, someday is here. But you don’t just want to dip your toe into the trip of a lifetime, you want to cannon ball into the deep end. Go ahead, unplug and unwind in style. When you book one of our vacation rentals, the ordinary is in the rearview. Instead of sharing your vacation with hundreds of hotel guests, you get to take advantage of all the space at your private apartment or room. You also get to enjoy all the amenities of a private residence for a truly unique and memorable stay. Why don’t you take off your shoes and settle in for a while? Your vacation just got upgraded.

As much as you love your short-term rental, it’s always good to get out and explore to soak up . Live like a local: Eat regional food, cheer on the home team, and visit the best cultural attractions in town. No matter the season, there is always something going on in . Seeing all the best attractions is bound to make you fall in love with San Rafael de Guatuso. Who knows, you may even be tempted to extend your vacation rental stay. There’s a reason home rentals are so popular here—after a long day of exploration, going back to your very own living room to stretch out is a dream come true.

It’s your escape so why share it? You deserve your own slice of paradise. Booking your vacation rental on Expedia is simple and safe. Just pick your dates to search for the perfect property and book securely. We let you contact the property owner directly to make any special arrangements. All that’s left to do is show up with bells on and have a memorable vacation. With all the amenities available in short-term rentals, that won’t be hard to do.

Frequently asked questions

Can I find a vacation rental in San Rafael de Guatuso?

Yes, you can find vacation rentals close to well known attractions in San Rafael de Guatuso, or you can select a more secluded option if you'd like a relaxing place to stay.

What are some of the best vacation rentals in San Rafael de Guatuso?

Green Forest Vacations Homes: This vacation 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 the garden in this rental home to help you unwind.

What can I see and do in San Rafael de Guatuso?

Tenorio Volcano National Park and Venado Caves are a couple of lovely local spots to get outside and enjoy nature. In the larger area, you’ll find Arenal Volcano National Park and Rio Celeste Waterfall.

What are vacation rentals like in San Rafael de Guatuso?

Vacation rentals are privately owned properties you can reserve for several days or longer in San Rafael de Guatuso. Vacation rentals provide amenities such as patios, hot tubs, and fire pits so you'll feel right at home. If you're concerned about a sanitized environment, a vacation rental can provide a sense of security away from public hotel elevators and lobbies bustling with people while still allowing you the enjoyment of travel. You'll also get more space in a vacation rental than in a traditional hotel, which is another reason why a vacation rental is an attractive choice for small groups.