Arenal

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Caption---- Arenal Volcano in Costa RIca
Caption---- Arenal Volcano in Costa RIca
Awesome view of Lake Arenal
Arenal was a beautiful paradise nestled in the jungle-mountains of Costa Rica. I could have spent much more time here, but sadly only had a day. There are TONS of outdoor activities, shop around until you find the right one for you!
I have not seen a view with a sunset like this in my life. Costa Rica is an amazing place! #TakeAHike #AquaTrove #nature
La Mansion Inn Arenal

La Mansion Inn Arenal

3.5 out of 5
Road 142, 20 Kms West from the Dam Arenal Alajuela
$144 nightly
The price is $163 total per night from Jan 28 to Jan 29
$163 total
Jan 28 - Jan 29
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Arenal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (594 reviews)
This is a classic, elegant upscale hotel with well maintained, individual cottages each with a spectacular view of Lake Arenal (when the clouds lift). The food is outstanding, both the included breakfast and the ala carte lunch/dinner menu. The service is excellent and staff very helpful and friendly. ...

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026

La Mansion Inn Arenal
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

3.5 out of 5
6 km oeste del Parque Central La Fortuna
$209 nightly
The price is $236 total per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
$236 total
Feb 18 - Feb 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in La Fortuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,336 reviews)
Very comfortable resort

Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

4 out of 5
7 Km West From La Fortuna La Fortuna Alajuela
$242 nightly
The price is $273 total per night from Feb 2 to Feb 3
$273 total
Feb 2 - Feb 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly lodge in La Fortuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
The pools were great, uncrowded with several options. The grounds were spectacular and well looked after. Front desk was helpful. If you do not have a car, it is not walkable to town or off property attractions, you must take an uber or taxi. Included breakfast was very good.

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience
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Simply the best, incredible views,pool,delicious food and a friend in the area.

Simply the best, incredible views,pool,delicious food and a friend in the area.

Nuevo Arenal/Tilaran
Book a stay at this family-friendly villa in Arenal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and private pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
10/10 Exceptional! (221 reviews)
Staying in this VRBO was by far the best place we’ve ever stayed at!! The home itself overlooks Lake Arenal, and is surrounded by a tropical rain forest. Each morning two amazing toucans would be in the tree right beside the balcony. We watched them eat, and we were able to get beautiful pictures ...

Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026

Simply the best, incredible views,pool,delicious food and a friend in the area.
Cabañas del Lago

Cabañas del Lago

3 out of 5
702 Peñas Blancas Alajuela
Stay at this cabin in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (67 reviews)
Very accommodating!

Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026

Cabañas del Lago
Cabañas Rio Escondido

Cabañas Rio Escondido

3 out of 5
El Jauuri, 702 Peñas Blancas Alajuela
Stay at this apartment in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and La Fortuna ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (66 reviews)
The room was clean, the staff was great the property was beautiful with a lot of nature. Very close to downtown La Fortuna with lot of activities and a free rope swinging river El Salto. Close to many restaurants, grocery stores, fruit markets and a short drive to hot springs and a volcano. My favorite ...

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026

Cabañas Rio Escondido
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Reviews of Arenal

4.7
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 69%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 31%
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

It was exactly the peaceful, relaxing, spectacularly beautiful, and non-commercial environment I was looking for.

5/5 - Excellent

Darlyn

Beautiful

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Many good restaurants in the neighborhood

5/5 - Excellent

Suyapa

Arenal is unique and magical. There are plenty of activities for tourists.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Outside of the twiting roads, this place was nothing short of amazing

4/5 - Good

Dale

It’s an amazing place to get away from the hustle and bustle of every day to relax and see such a beautiful country.

Cities near Arenal

La Fortuna

La Fortuna

Had to stop the car and breathe in the beauty. #lake #nature

Tilaran

Arenal volcano and lake panorama.

Nuevo Arenal

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