Title: Visit Upala: 2026 Travel Guide for Upala, Alajuela Province | Expedia.com [Hotels in Upala](https://expedia.com/Upala-Hotels.d6338240.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Upala](https://expedia.com/Upala-Vacation-Rentals.d6338240.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Upala](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Upala.d6338240.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Upala](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Upala.d6338240.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Upala](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Upala.d6338240.Car-Rental-Guide)[Upala Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Upala.d6338240.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Upala ## Travel Guide ![Collared aracari near Bijagua de Upala in Costa Rica.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6338240/9feedec8-279d-4e0c-8ba9-3012bb2ed8be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Collared aracari near Bijagua de Upala in Costa Rica.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6338240/9feedec8-279d-4e0c-8ba9-3012bb2ed8be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Collared aracari near Bijagua de Upala in Costa Rica.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6338240/08bfcf28-24c1-4ba2-952e-3b4f56323e98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Collared aracari near Bijagua de Upala in Costa Rica.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6338240/97e00817-4c6b-4062-813b-ad4a8185ab49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Upala 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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(615 reviews) Staff were great and rooms were very clean Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F11%2F2026&endDate=4%2F12%2F2026&selected=3858533&PinnedHotelID=3858533&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6338240) ![Rinconcito Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5330000/5326800/5326763/31d3e7de_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rinconcito Lodge Rincón de la Vieja, San Jorge de Mogote Mogote de Bagaces Guanacaste Stay at this lodge in Mogote de Bagaces. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (368 reviews) Staff made the stay exceedingly pleasant Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F25%2F2026&endDate=3%2F26%2F2026&selected=5326763&PinnedHotelID=5326763&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6338240) [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F25%2F2026&endDate=3%2F26%2F2026&selected=5326763&PinnedHotelID=5326763&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6338240) [See all 268 properties in Upala](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=3%2F12%2F2026&endDate=3%2F13%2F2026®ionId=6338240) 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. ![Bungalows Paraíso Celeste](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114210000/114209600/114209507/c2e913ab_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Bungalows Paraíso Celeste 3 km al sureste Bijagua Provincia de Alajuela Stay at this cabin in Bijagua. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Tenorio Volcano National Park and Tapir Valley Nature Reserve ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews) A wonderful place to stay, excellent host and a very generous amount of his delicious breakfast. A beautiful place to stay! Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Bijagua-Hotels-Bungalows-Paraiso-Celeste.h114209507.Hotel-Information) ![Simply the best, incredible views,pool,delicious food and a friend in the area.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32070000/32068100/32068027/196a9e61_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 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! (300 reviews) Our stay was exceptional! Patrick was extremely helpful in coordinating some of our Arenal adventures including a gormet dinner at the nearby Gingerbread House. The view from our villa was magical. We really appreciated the homemade breakfasts every morning. We will never forget our stay there. Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Arenal-Hotels-Simply-The-Best.h32068027.Hotel-Information) ![Destino Hotel & Hot Spring](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101740000/101731800/101731789/w1417h1058x0y5-b766b823_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Destino Hotel & Hot Spring La Fortuna de Bagaces Fortuna Provincia de Guanacaste Book a stay at this family-friendly villa in Fortuna. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and hot springs on site. Popular attractions Las Hornillas Hot Springs and ... 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While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting. [](https://expedia.com/Upala-Central-Park-Upala.d553248621558091705.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![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) ![Tubing In Rio Celeste, Nature and Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2647061/94323595-04ea-4fa5-bc05-ed5099a3f6f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tubing in Rio Celeste: A Perfect Blend of Nature and Adventure $69 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/tubing-in-rio-celeste-a-perfect-blend-of-nature-and-adventure.a2647061.activity-details) ![WILDLIFE BOAT SAFARI CAÑO NEGRO CANOA AVENTURA](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1348406/45a9af26-0fa2-4b87-a746-4c3d4b449f4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Caño Negro Wildlife Boat Safari from La Fortuna (Full-Day Tour) $96 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/cano-negro-wildlife-boat-safari-from-la-fortuna-full-day-tour.a1348406.activity-details) ![Río Celeste adventures ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47033394/7d4a84c8-eae4-4346-b01d-b4849959b0e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Río Celeste: Tubing Adventure in the Río Celeste $50 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/rio-celeste-tubing-adventure-in-the-rio-celeste.a47033394.activity-details) ![Rio Celeste Tubing : The perfect mix of thrilling, safe rapids and calm floating sections. 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Flip the photo over and it looks almost the same! We booked a boat tour though anywherecostarica.com along the Río Frío in the Caño Negro wildlife area. Absolutely worth it! They pick you up right at your hotel, take you to the boat, spend a couple hours on the river spotting wildlife, provide lunch and drop you back off at your hotel. #BeachBound](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975698198/b9b238c4-2d04-4ab3-88fe-2428d3ce9c27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Caño Negro ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Lodging - Flights - Packages - [Cabin Rentals in Canalete ](https://www.expedia.com/Canalete-Cabins.d3000007746-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) - [Canalete Hotels ](https://www.expedia.com/Canalete-Hotels.d3000007746.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Flights to Yolillal ](https://www.expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Yolillal.d828906859271233536.Travel-Guide-Flights) - [Upala Central Park ](https://www.expedia.com/Upala-Central-Park-Upala.d553248621558091705.Vacation-Attraction) - [Visit Canalete ](https://www.expedia.com/Canalete.dx3000007746) - [Canalete Vacations ](https://www.expedia.com/Canalete.d3000007746.Destination-Travel-Guides) - Cities near Upala - Places of interest [Bijagua](https://expedia.com/Bijagua.dx6229198)[El Achiote](https://expedia.com/El-Achiote.dx3000007720)[Canalete](https://expedia.com/Canalete.dx3000007746)[Katira](https://expedia.com/Katira.dx553248634966138790)[Caño Negro](https://expedia.com/Cano-Negro.dx553248635975698198)[San José](https://expedia.com/San-Jose.dx828906612635672576)[Delicias](https://expedia.com/Delicias.dx828906742628675584) - [Upala Central Park ](https://expedia.com/Upala-Central-Park-Upala.d553248621558091705.Vacation-Attraction) - [Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park ](https://expedia.com/Rincon-De-La-Vieja-Volcano-National-Park-Costa-Rica.d6071373.Vacation-Attraction) - [Tenorio Volcano National Park ](https://expedia.com/Tenorio-Volcano-National-Park-Costa-Rica.d6230731.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lake Arenal ](https://expedia.com/Lake-Arenal-Costa-Rica.d553248622845864507.Vacation-Attraction) - [Rio Celeste Waterfall ](https://expedia.com/Rio-Celeste-Waterfall-Katira.d553248621532611573.Vacation-Attraction) - [Rincón de la Vieja Volcano ](https://expedia.com/Rincon-De-La-Vieja-Volcano-Alajuela-Province.d553248635975094757.Vacation-Attraction) - [Miravalles Volcano ](https://expedia.com/Miravalles-Volcano-Fortuna.d6230719.Vacation-Attraction) - [Llanos de Cortez Waterfall ](https://expedia.com/Llanos-De-Cortez-Waterfall-Bijagua.d553248621532611571.Vacation-Attraction) - [Las Hornillas Hot Springs ](https://expedia.com/Las-Hornillas-Hot-Springs-Fortuna.d747569846460624896.Vacation-Attraction) - [Yoko Hot Springs ](https://expedia.com/Yoko-Hot-Springs-Fortuna.d747566483583021056.Vacation-Attraction) - [Aqua Celeste ](https://expedia.com/Aqua-Celeste-Fortuna.d747567401707266048.Vacation-Attraction) - [Cano Negro National Wildlife Refuge ](https://expedia.com/Cano-Negro-National-Wildlife-Refuge-Alajuela-Province.d6101104.Vacation-Attraction) - [Tapir Valley Nature Reserve ](https://expedia.com/Tapir-Valley-Nature-Reserve-Bijagua.d855393043288055808.Vacation-Attraction) - [Santa María Ranger Station ](https://expedia.com/Santa-Maria-Ranger-Station-Liberia.d795014114887290880.Vacation-Attraction) - [Tronadora Arena ](https://expedia.com/Tronadora-Arena-Tronadora.d553248621592397538.Vacation-Attraction) - [El Pilon Station ](https://expedia.com/El-Pilon-Station-Bijagua.d868275728645791744.Vacation-Attraction) - [Miravalles Maze ](https://expedia.com/Miravalles-Maze-Guayabo.d747569658880864256.Vacation-Attraction) - [Butterfly Garden Paraíso ](https://expedia.com/Butterfly-Garden-Paraiso-Guayabo.d747568316089118720.Vacation-Attraction) - [Miravalles Jorge Manuel Dengo National Park ](https://expedia.com/Miravalles-Jorge-Manuel-Dengo-National-Park-Costa-Rica.d747571088248987648.Vacation-Attraction) - [Catarata Morpho Azul ](https://expedia.com/Catarata-Morpho-Azul-Palmira.d720947449945423872.Vacation-Attraction) - [Venado Caves ](https://expedia.com/Venado-Caves-San-Rafael-de-Guatuso.d553248621532964970.Vacation-Attraction) - [FlyZone Wakeboard School ](https://expedia.com/FlyZone-Wakeboard-School-Tierras-Morenas.d553248621532611639.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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