Title: Visit San Rafael de Guatuso: 2026 Travel Guide for San Rafael de Guatuso, Alajuela Province | Expedia.com [Hotels in San Rafael de Guatuso](https://expedia.com/San-Rafael-De-Guatuso-Hotels.d6352338.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in San Rafael de Guatuso](https://expedia.com/San-Rafael-De-Guatuso-Vacation-Rentals.d6352338.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to San Rafael de Guatuso](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-San-Rafael-De-Guatuso.d6352338.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in San Rafael de Guatuso](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-San-Rafael-De-Guatuso.d6352338.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in San Rafael de Guatuso](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-San-Rafael-De-Guatuso.d6352338.Car-Rental-Guide)[San Rafael de Guatuso Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/San-Rafael-De-Guatuso.d6352338.Destination-Travel-Guides) # San Rafael de Guatuso ## Travel Guide ![Rio Celeste Waterfall and pool in Tenorio Volcano National Park, Alajuela Province, Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6352338/1f42e8f6-90b1-42b2-a137-c4f836271178.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rio Celeste Waterfall and pool in Tenorio Volcano National Park, Alajuela Province, Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6352338/1f42e8f6-90b1-42b2-a137-c4f836271178.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rio Celeste Waterfall and pool in Tenorio Volcano National Park, Alajuela Province, Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6352338/3a03735e-52da-44cb-82dd-d903055d4de7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hiker standing at base of La Fortuna Waterfall in Alajuela Province, Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6352338/9c059cb4-760f-402c-bc1b-c0611a9ab188.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The bluest most out of this world waterfalls that I have ever seen in my life. It was a glorious sight. http://www.divebuddies4life.com/el-rio-celeste/](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6352338/d920e931-b694-4139-bffa-355ce4e0fbe5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit San Rafael de Guatuso 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. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_6352338) - San Rafael de Guatuso Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in San Rafael de Guatuso ![Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1320000/1312400/1312339/f7c4e7bd_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 9 - Mar 10 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! (1,373 reviews) The hotel was very clean, the grounds beautiful, and the staff extremely helpful and pleasant. Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F9%2F2026&endDate=3%2F10%2F2026&selected=1312339&PinnedHotelID=1312339&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6352338) ![Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2140000/2134000/2133936/1c8f1fd8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience 7 Km West From La Fortuna La Fortuna Alajuela $387 nightly $437 total Mar 2 - Mar 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 ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews) Food Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F2%2F2026&endDate=3%2F3%2F2026&selected=2133936&PinnedHotelID=2133936&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6352338) ![Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1680000/1672000/1671981/c63bd74b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort From Fortuna center 7km towards Volcano La Fortuna Alajuela $367 nightly $415 total Mar 2 - Mar 3 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. ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews) The room was average. I liked the villa style, but the rooms were basic, and in the washrooms I could hear the people in the villa next to me the entire time when they were in the bathroom showering or using the toilet. No insulation as I could hear their conversations. There was lack of hot water, ... Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F2%2F2026&endDate=3%2F3%2F2026&selected=1671981&PinnedHotelID=1671981&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6352338) [See all 1,435 properties in San Rafael de Guatuso](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=3%2F2%2F2026&endDate=3%2F3%2F2026®ionId=6352338) 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. ![Cabañas Rio Escondido](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83610000/83600600/83600560/8deb4798_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! (69 reviews) I had everything I needed in a very nice, well kept setting. You need to bring your own coffee but you a have a coffee maker. The setting is very nice with a water stream in the backyard. My room looked at the water stream which was very nice. Communication was great. The price is reasonable and ... Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Cabanas-Rio-Escondido.h83600560.Hotel-Information) ![Cabañas del Lago](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34870000/34869500/34869427/e125de4b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cabañas del Lago 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 ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (74 reviews) It was a unique place to stay, not far from Fortuna but it was away from the large groups of tourists. The ducks that lived on the little lake there were good at patrolling the property. Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Penas-Blancas-Hotels-Cabanas-Del-Lago.h34869427.Hotel-Information) ![Villas Jawara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93060000/93054400/93054330/1537aae0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Villas Jawara Fortuna de San Carlos La Fortuna Alajuela Book a stay at this luxury villa in La Fortuna. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and Los Lagos ... 10/10 Exceptional! (56 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) [See all properties in San Rafael de Guatuso](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6352338&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) 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. ## Check San Rafael de Guatuso hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6352338&startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02)[Mar 1 - Mar 2](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6352338&startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6352338&startDate=2026-03-02&endDate=2026-03-03)[Mar 2 - Mar 3](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6352338&startDate=2026-03-02&endDate=2026-03-03) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6352338&startDate=3%2F6%2F2026&endDate=3%2F8%2F2026)[Mar 6 - Mar 8](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6352338&startDate=3%2F6%2F2026&endDate=3%2F8%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### Venado Caves Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Venado Caves during your travels in San Rafael de Guatuso. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside. [](https://expedia.com/Venado-Caves-San-Rafael-de-Guatuso.d553248621532964970.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Baldi Hot springs Resort - one meal](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1243792/ece8ed1c-d805-4255-bb95-2d39903b8a3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Baldi Hot Springs Resort – Day Pass with One Meal $80 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/baldi-hot-springs-resort-day-pass-with-one-meal.a1243792.activity-details) ![Waterhole](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/735664/1dfbe186-8fa9-4403-a2ad-effd47923fbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### La Fortuna ATV Adventure with Mud Mask and Arenal Volcano Views $105 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/la-fortuna-atv-adventure-with-mud-mask-and-arenal-volcano-views.a735664.activity-details) ![Night Walk Around Arenal Volcano](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4992645/a1a0cc13-4112-4e39-ad82-b988be198993.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Night Walk Around Arenal Volcano $60 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/night-walk-around-arenal-volcano.a4992645.activity-details) ![Natural Swimming Pool in the Celeste River is the final tour destination](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1359080/1dca9e81-c276-4ec8-8895-95b92ad9b3ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rio Celeste Horseback Riding Tour $58 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/rio-celeste-horseback-riding-tour.a1359080.activity-details) ![Half-Day Tour with Hanging Bridges and La Fortuna Waterfall](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1223519/4eec0f7f-a7f4-4eb1-ba6f-46ab4dfe73ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Arenal Hanging Bridges and La Fortuna Waterfall Combo Tour $173 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/arenal-hanging-bridges-and-la-fortuna-waterfall-combo-tour.a1223519.activity-details) ![Thermal River Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49491459/9318cb56-7cdd-4071-b686-6092e500f78a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hot Springs Pura Vida $29 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/hot-springs-pura-vida.a49491459.activity-details) [See all activities in San Rafael de Guatuso](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-San-Rafael-De-Guatuso.d6352338.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near San Rafael de Guatuso ![National park in costa rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000007687/e4d392dc-65dc-4110-af1a-96d150d870f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Monterrey ![Volcano Poas crater in Costa Rica, Central America.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634966138790/c5af34a6-4f4b-4136-9377-85de94fbb3c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Katira ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - 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