Title: Visit Northern Plains: Best of Northern Plains Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.com [Hotels in Northern Plains](https://expedia.com/Northern-Plains-Hotels.d6025926.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Northern Plains](https://expedia.com/Northern-Plains-Vacation-Rentals.d6025926.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Northern Plains](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Northern-Plains.d6025926.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Northern Plains](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Northern-Plains.d6025926.Car-Rental-Guide)[Northern Plains Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Northern-Plains.d6025926.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Northern Plains ## Travel Guide ![Rincon de la Vieja National Park featuring rapids and a waterfall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071373/588d959a-5100-4d0b-8326-7fa372527a40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rincon de la Vieja National Park featuring rapids and a waterfall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071373/588d959a-5100-4d0b-8326-7fa372527a40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rincon de la Vieja National Park showing a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071373/f614f4e8-4e7a-4867-bb64-12ee7c85961e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rincon de la Vieja National Park showing forests, rainforest and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071373/22ac9d55-57b3-4bde-b55c-83ca6b4d4453.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rincon de la Vieja National Park showing a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071373/ed6ff34f-0b4e-4dad-a722-d88f9682d344.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Northern Plains Where to stay Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. 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[](https://expedia.com/Penas-Blancas-El-Millon.dx553248635976399933) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sabalito Check out nearby sights like FlyZone Wakeboard School while you're spending some time in Sabalito and the surrounding area. [](https://expedia.com/Tierras-Morenas-Sabalito.dx553248635976397142) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Northern-Plains.dx6025926.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.Neighborhoods) - Northern Plains Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Northern Plains ![Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1320000/1312400/1312339/16ca50cf_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort 6 km oeste del Parque Central La Fortuna $209 nightly $236 total Mar 22 - Mar 23 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! (1,389 reviews) Clean room, spacious place for 2 adults and 3 kids. Delicious fresh fruits on breakfast. Great springs pools with different temperatures. Only one con is a very crowded during the weekend. The staff allow day pass, probably that is the reason Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F22%2F2026&endDate=3%2F23%2F2026&selected=1312339&PinnedHotelID=1312339&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6025926) ![Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2140000/2134000/2133936/w2873h1614x4y3-9b76f5f1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience 7 Km West From La Fortuna La Fortuna Alajuela $259 nightly $293 total Apr 8 - Apr 9 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 ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,007 reviews) amazing Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F8%2F2026&endDate=4%2F9%2F2026&selected=2133936&PinnedHotelID=2133936&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6025926) ![The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2310000/2307400/2307339/85c59d58_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal 9 Km West and 3.5 km North of La Fortuna Monterrey Alajuela $1,021 nightly $1,153 total Mar 10 - Mar 11 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury resort in Monterrey. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 15 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,009 reviews) We had such a great stay at The Springs Resort & Spa at Arenal! The rooms and grounds were super clean, and everything felt really well taken care of. There are so many amenities, hot spring pools, a spa, restaurants, and even fun activities on-site. The views of Arenal Volcano are amazing and make ... Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F10%2F2026&endDate=3%2F11%2F2026&selected=2307339&PinnedHotelID=2307339&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6025926) [See all 1,092 properties in Northern Plains](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=3%2F10%2F2026&endDate=3%2F11%2F2026®ionId=6025926) 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. ![Villas Jawara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93060000/93054400/93054330/177eabc1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Villas Jawara Fortuna de San Carlos La Fortuna Alajuela Stay at this villa in La Fortuna. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and Los Lagos Hot Springs ... 10/10 Exceptional! (57 reviews) Awesome location; neat and spacious villa right at the foot of Arenal; Highlights are the private hot spring pool, large back yard well maintained, fire pit and finally the unique shower/bathroom in main bedroom :) Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Fabio-Cedeno.h93054330.Hotel-Information) ![Cabañas Rio Escondido](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83610000/83600600/83600560/a945a5f2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cabañas Rio Escondido 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 ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (71 reviews) This place is amazing, beautiful very aesthetic and pleasing to be with my window was facing the river and the sound of the river made it very pleasing to sleep Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Cabanas-Rio-Escondido.h83600560.Hotel-Information) ![Suwa Villa Arenal](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96100000/96093900/96093886/9d47d874_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Suwa Villa Arenal Avenue 335 street 468 La Fortuna Provincia de Alajuela Stay at this villa in La Fortuna. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 10/10 Exceptional! 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Wander the lush forest or discover the hot springs in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.com/Arenal-Volcano-La-Fortuna.d553248634304933338.Vacation-Attraction) ![Tabacon Natural Hot Springs Bridge in La Fortuna, Costa Rica I](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229913/023a748b-e812-40b0-8caa-420bebf2d490.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tabacon Hot Springs 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. [](https://expedia.com/Tabacon-Hot-Springs-La-Fortuna.d6229913.Vacation-Attraction) ![Pura Vida😍 Costa Rica = land of waterfalls:) #life #culture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229886/b86b3c18-282c-4f49-83c3-a4663095874d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### La Fortuna Waterfall 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. [](https://expedia.com/La-Fortuna-Waterfall-La-Fortuna.d6229886.Vacation-Attraction) ![October 2018.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229900/8e322aea-edbb-46d8-a40a-5e8bf12fa11e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park 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. [](https://expedia.com/Mistico-Arenal-Hanging-Bridges-Park-La-Fortuna.d6229900.Vacation-Attraction) ![0_124315494](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532611573/207f26ce-f6ea-4f80-a220-c59523ef738f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rio Celeste Waterfall 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. [](https://expedia.com/Rio-Celeste-Waterfall-Katira.d553248621532611573.Vacation-Attraction) #### Baldi Hot Springs Enjoy a trip to Baldi Hot Springs and popular activities like ziplining in Arenal Hot Springs. Wander the lush forest or discover the hot springs in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.com/Baldi-Hot-Springs-La-Fortuna.d6230281.Vacation-Attraction) ## Cities near Northern Plains ![valley views in Guanacaste, Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180423/84357e38-0590-442d-9254-ba3f5d5ffaa8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cañas ![Liberia which includes a church or cathedral, interior views and religious elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500188/a8b3aaac-70fa-4df6-af33-4dff2397627c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Liberia ![scenic Playa Rajada near La Cruz](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034169/7ab51724-06a2-4b2f-827e-9f106a11ff9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### La Cruz ![Caption---- Arenal Volcano in Costa RIca](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034497/008dfa55-a490-4f64-97fe-fabb08389c3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Arenal - Cities near Northern Plains - Places of interest [Cañas](https://expedia.com/Canas.dx180423)[Liberia](https://expedia.com/Liberia.dx500188)[La Cruz](https://expedia.com/La-Cruz.dx6034169)[Arenal](https://expedia.com/Arenal.dx6034497)[La Fortuna](https://expedia.com/La-Fortuna.dx6047145)[Los Chiles](https://expedia.com/Los-Chiles.dx6054353)[Muelle San Carlos](https://expedia.com/Muelle-San-Carlos.dx6126524)[Sapoa](https://expedia.com/Sapoa.dx6143382)[Tilaran](https://expedia.com/Tilaran.dx6159611)[Peñas Blancas](https://expedia.com/Penas-Blancas.dx6184019)[Fortuna](https://expedia.com/Fortuna.dx6224597)[Bijagua](https://expedia.com/Bijagua.dx6229198)[El Fosforo](https://expedia.com/El-Fosforo.dx6229302)[Hacienda Santa Maria](https://expedia.com/Hacienda-Santa-Maria.dx6229320)[Mata de Cana](https://expedia.com/Mata-De-Cana.dx6229350)[Nuevo Arenal](https://expedia.com/Nuevo-Arenal.dx6229352)[El Tanque](https://expedia.com/El-Tanque.dx6229370)[Bagaces](https://expedia.com/Bagaces.dx6283726)[Arenal Hot Springs](https://expedia.com/Arenal-Hot-Springs.dx6290786)[Upala](https://expedia.com/Upala.dx6338240)[Guayabo](https://expedia.com/Guayabo.dx6343523)[Cardenas](https://expedia.com/Cardenas.dx6351058)[San Carlos](https://expedia.com/San-Carlos.dx6351590)[San Rafael de Guatuso](https://expedia.com/San-Rafael-De-Guatuso.dx6352338)[Tronadora](https://expedia.com/Tronadora.dx3000007624) - 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[Natura Eco Park ](https://expedia.com/Natura-Eco-Park-La-Fortuna.d6229950.Vacation-Attraction) - [Miravalles Volcano ](https://expedia.com/Miravalles-Volcano-Fortuna.d6230719.Vacation-Attraction) - [Arenal Adventure World ](https://expedia.com/Arenal-Adventure-World-La-Fortuna.d6229973.Vacation-Attraction) - [Titoku Hot Springs ](https://expedia.com/Titoku-Hot-Springs-La-Fortuna.d553248633978653050.Vacation-Attraction) - [Llanos de Cortez Waterfall ](https://expedia.com/Llanos-De-Cortez-Waterfall-Bijagua.d553248621532611571.Vacation-Attraction) - [Puentes Colgantes del Arenal ](https://expedia.com/Puentes-Colgantes-Del-Arenal-La-Fortuna.d553248621532611648.Vacation-Attraction) - [Aqua Celeste ](https://expedia.com/Aqua-Celeste-Fortuna.d747567401707266048.Vacation-Attraction) - [Las Hornillas Hot Springs ](https://expedia.com/Las-Hornillas-Hot-Springs-Fortuna.d747569846460624896.Vacation-Attraction) - [Wellness Park Costa Rica ](https://expedia.com/Wellness-Park-Costa-Rica-La-Fortuna.d769293782283845632.Vacation-Attraction) - 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