Northern Plains Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Northern Plains

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Barrio Pilo

While Barrio Pilo isn't home to many top sights, Arenal Adventure World and Costa Rica Chocolate Tour are some notable places to visit nearby.

Barrio Pilo
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El Millon

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in El Millon and surrounding area, you can visit Costa Rica Sky Adventures and Arenal Volcano National Park.

El Millon
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Sabalito

Plan a visit to nearby attractions like FlyZone Wakeboard School while you're exploring Sabalito and the larger area.

Sabalito
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
3.5 out of 5
6 km oeste del Parque Central, Área del Volcán Arenal, La Fortuna
The price is ฿5,495 per night from 6 May to 7 May
฿5,495
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in La Fortuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,047 reviews)
Great hot-water place for couples and families!
"It´s a great place, lots of unique and cozy places to enjoy the hot thermal water! I have VIP with Hotels.com and they did not give me the upgrade. Besides this , all was fine."

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2024

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal
The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal
5 out of 5
9 Km West and 3.5 km North of La Fortuna, Centre, Arenal Volcano area, Monterrey, Alajuela
The price is ฿22,173 per night from 19 May to 20 May
฿22,173
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Arenal Hot Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and 15 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Perfect place for families."

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2024

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal
Lost Iguana Resort and Spa
Lost Iguana Resort and Spa
3.5 out of 5
1.5 km northwest from Arenal Dam, La Fortuna, Alajuela
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,912 per night from 12 May to 13 May
฿5,912
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly resort in La Fortuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (989 reviews)
"Great clean property. Not walkable, you have to have a car. Nice staff, close to Mistico. Weak drinks and get dinner elsewhere, the restaurant on site is very hit and miss. Room was very nice. We had an outdoor shower and bathtub. Great view of Arenal. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2024

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa
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Suwa Villa Arenal
Suwa Villa Arenal
4.5 out of 5
Avenue 335 street 468, La Fortuna, Provincia de Alajuela
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury villa in La Fortuna. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
"This is easily one of the best properties we have ever stayed at! Perfectly designed modern rooms with excellent amenities. Fabulous service too. Even welcomed us with fresh coconut water! Short walking distance to all the restaurants. I highly recommend this place. Raul and Karina were the most ..."

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2024

Suwa Villa Arenal
Villas Jawara
Villas Jawara
4 out of 5
Fortuna de San Carlos, La Fortuna, Alajuela
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly villa in La Fortuna. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park ...
10/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
Lovely place to stay.
"Beautiful and clean. Lovely setting and good communication. No issues at all."

Reviewed on 14 Apr 2024

Villas Jawara
Cabañas del Lago
Cabañas del Lago
3 out of 5
3,5 km sur del Polideportivo, Peñas Blancas, Arenal
Stay at this cabin in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and an airport shuttle. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and La Fortuna Waterfall ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
We love this place!
"We had so much fun here, and it was a wonderful place to come and relax after a day of activities. Very unique cabin, with porch right on the pond. Friendly ducks, dogs, and it was great hearing all of the different bird calls. Very close to restaurants and things, but felt remite and private. Comfortable ..."

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Cabañas del Lago
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Popular places to visit

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Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve

4.5/5(14 reviews)

Enjoy a trip to Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve and popular activities such as hiking in Monteverde. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the local tours.

Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve
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Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park

4.5/5(2 reviews)

See crater-filled mountains and hot sulfurous mud pits edged by lush tropical forest in this park filled with tropical plants and animals.

Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park
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La Fortuna Waterfall

4.5/5(14 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at La Fortuna Waterfall and enjoy the hot springs during your trip to La Fortuna. Wander the lush forest or discover the volcano viewpoints in this romantic area.

La Fortuna Waterfall
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Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Enjoy the volcano viewpoints and explore Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park, a lovely green space in La Fortuna. Wander the lush forest or discover the hot springs in this romantic area.

Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park
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Rio Celeste Waterfall

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rio Celeste Waterfall during your travels in Katira. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and seek out the hiking trails.

Rio Celeste Waterfall
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Arenal Volcano

4.5/5(13 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Arenal Volcano and enjoy the volcano viewpoints during your trip to La Fortuna. Wander the lush forest or discover the hot springs in this romantic area.

Arenal Volcano

Cities near Northern Plains

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