"Staff from reception, housekeeping, shuttles, restaurant and bar all friendly and helpful. Breakfast was outstanding from fresh omelette station to hot and cold options. Room was great enjoyed wildlife from our patio every day. Hot springs and pools were clean and not overcrowded. Saw monkeys, iguanas, wild pigs, cows, horses and tons of beautiful birds throughout the property."
"Fantastic resort with beautiful views! Prior to check-in we received helpful resort information via email with restaurant menus, spa options, tour adventures, and key information. We chose two tours to book and the resort took care of reservations for us - Hanging Bridges with Waterfall and Zip-lining. Highly recommend zip-lining!
From check-in to check-out, the resort was wonderful. The staff are very friendly, numerous hot spring options, great food, and spectacular views. We also received cute surprises in our room every day! Great oasis vacation! "
"We had a wonderful stay here with our 5 teenage/young adult children. I was skeptical that the views and the rooms were as great as the pictures, but they were even better. We had two villas near each other for 7 people and had plenty of space. The location is private, yet a short Uber drive to La Fortuna. The food at the restaurant was great, though not a huge variety. There is AC in the rooms, which wasn't obvious from the listing, but much appreciated. The staff was wonderful. Everyone was so friendly, attentive, and helpful.
If I had any criticism, it is that there are no loungers at the pool, only chairs. And yeah, it rained pretty hard on a couple of days.
Overall, it was the perfect choice of hotel for us and I highly recommend it."
Are you searching for the perfect hotel for your luxury trip to El Castillo?
Expedia can help you get a flight to La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) airport or San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) airport, and then you can select from a variety of places to stay that will deliver the luxury you seek. Amenities are important when you plan a holiday, so we make it easy to find what you want to make your stay special. If you want an upscale hotel that has a spa, an indoor pool or luxury bedding, Expedia can help you find the best luxury hotel experience that El Castillo offers. El Castillo has some interesting things to see and do including Lake Arenal and Arenal Eco Zoo, so you might want to take in the local sights during your visit.
What's the best high-end place to stay in El Castillo?
Arenal Vista Lodge is a luxury hotel with a deli and private patios, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travellers looking for an elegant place to stay.
When can I expect good weather in El Castillo?
Planning for the weather is a good way to make your trip to El Castillo relaxing and enjoyable, especially when you're splurging. The hottest months are usually March and February, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 26°C. The rainiest months in El Castillo are October, August, June and September, with each month seeing an average of 482 mm of rainfall.
What's there to see and do in El Castillo?
Take in the sights and attractions that El Castillo offers with a visit to Lake Arenal, Arenal Eco Zoo and Butterfly Conservatory. If you have spare time during your trip, you might want to make a stop at Arenal Volcano National Park and Costa Rica Sky Adventures.