Northern Plains Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Rincon de la Vieja National Park featuring a waterfall and rapids
Rincon de la Vieja National Park showing a river or creek
Rincon de la Vieja National Park featuring rainforest, a river or creek and forests
Rincon de la Vieja National Park showing a river or creek
Rincon de la Vieja National Park which includes a house

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 ₹12,760 per night from 7 May to 8 May
₹12,760
₹14,418 total
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in La Fortuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,114 reviews)
"Overall the resort was perfect for our stay. A blend of near town and out in the rainforest."

Reviewed on 22 Apr 2025

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 ₹51,161 per night from 7 May to 8 May
₹51,161
₹57,812 total
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Monterrey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 15 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Staff was great and hotel was beautiful. Food was good but could be better. Because we traveled during the holiday busy week, it took us an hr to get to downtown la Fortuna. So, most nights we decided to stay at the hotel for dinner. It would be nice if things stayed open later like the hot springs ..."

Reviewed on 19 Apr 2025

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal
Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience
Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience
4 out of 5
7 Km West From La Fortuna, La Fortuna, Alajuela
The price is ₹13,488 per night from 8 May to 9 May
₹13,488
₹15,242 total
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly lodge in La Fortuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Magical little hotel in an incredible area
"Magical location, beautiful hotel, lovely staff"

Reviewed on 20 Apr 2025

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience
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Suwa Villa Arenal
Suwa Villa Arenal
3.5 out of 5
Avenue 335 street 468, La Fortuna, Provincia de Alajuela
Stay at this 3.5-star villa in La Fortuna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (55 reviews)
"In the center of La Fortuna downtown. Lots of dining options around."

Reviewed on 22 Apr 2025

Suwa Villa Arenal
Villas Jawara
Villas Jawara
4.5 out of 5
Fortuna de San Carlos, La Fortuna, Alajuela
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury villa in La Fortuna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and Baldi ...
10/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
"Beautiful unobstructed view of Arenal Volcano! Secluded away from all the crowds, yet could access the hot springs at Los Lagos while staying here. Private hot tub and rain shower were also great perks!"

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2025

Villas Jawara
Villas Fortuna Boutique
Villas Fortuna Boutique
4.5 out of 5
Z13, La Fortuna, Alajuela
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in La Fortuna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and free food shopping service. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (41 reviews)
"We stayed in the 2 bedroom apartment at the back of the property on the second floor. The room was updated and clean. Walking distance to restaurants. It is attached to a convenience store for beer, snacks and alcohol. Pool was clean. Also has a whole bar area that you can leverage by the pool. Property ..."

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2025

Villas Fortuna Boutique
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Popular places to visit

La Fortuna Waterfall

La Fortuna Waterfall

4.5/5(14 reviews)

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

La Fortuna Waterfall
Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park

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
Rio Celeste Waterfall

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

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

Tabacon Hot Springs

4.5/5(4 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.

Tabacon Hot Springs

Baldi Hot Springs

4/5(1 review)

Enjoy a trip to Baldi Hot Springs and popular activities such as ziplining in Arenal Hot Springs. Wander the lush forest or discover the hot springs in this romantic area.

Baldi Hot Springs

Cities near Northern Plains

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La Cruz

Arenal

Arenal

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Peñas Blancas

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Fortuna