El Castillo

Travel Guide

A riverside village with colorful houses, a large fort on a hill, and lush greenery.
A hiker walking on a forest trail surrounded by dense greenery and trees.
A nest on a tree with a volcano in the background.
Chateau Arenal

Chateau Arenal

3 out of 5
El Castillo Peñas Blancas Alajuela
$77 nightly
The price is $87 total per night from Sep 19 to Sep 20
$87 total
Sep 19 - Sep 20
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (119 reviews)
"Amazing location 30min from La Fortuna, beautiful quiet place in the jungle, amazing to rest in hot tub in the late afternoon with light drizzle coming down and surrounded by nature. Excellent restaurant and friendly staff."

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2026

Chateau Arenal
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

3.5 out of 5
6 km oeste del Parque Central La Fortuna
$131 nightly
The price is $149 total per night from Sep 25 to Sep 26
$149 total
Sep 25 - Sep 26
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. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,585 reviews)
"We had a wonderful 4 night stay in Los Lagos, but I would particularly like to highlight the zip line experience. Antonio and his team were very professional and made the experience fun and safe. We got lucky as our family of 4 including two kids ages 10 and 12 were the only ones signed up for our ..."

Reviewed on Sep 11, 2026

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

4.5 out of 5
13 Km Oeste del Centro La Fortuna Alajuela
$353 nightly
The price is $398 total per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
$398 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in La Fortuna. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room ...
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa
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Wide Luxury Home with Pool & Jacuzzi access & Amazing Volcano and Lake views

Wide Luxury Home with Pool & Jacuzzi access & Amazing Volcano and Lake views

El Castillo A
Stay at this vacation home in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy a water park, concierge services, and balconies. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and Tabacon ...
10/10 Exceptional! (94 reviews)
"We could not have been more impressed with the volcano and lake views, lush flora and fauna, bird activity, and comfort of this property. My family of 9 loved the pool, spacious living areas, and hammock and could not get enough of the spectacular views. The property was clean and well appointed. ..."

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026

Wide Luxury Home with Pool & Jacuzzi access & Amazing Volcano and Lake views
Arenal cautiva

Arenal cautiva

3.5 out of 5
Barrio millon calle doctor El Castillo Provincia de Alajuela
Stay at this apartment in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a garden. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and Arenal Volcano are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
"This was an absolutely beautiful place. Melissa was so friendly and helpful. Next time I will stay here the whole trip!"

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2026

Arenal cautiva
Firefly Retreat. A Hilltop Retreat with Swimming Pool & Great Rainforest Views!!

Firefly Retreat. A Hilltop Retreat with Swimming Pool & Great Rainforest Views!!

El Castillo Alajuela
Stay at this vacation home in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy private pools, a garden, and concierge services. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and Arenal ...
Firefly Retreat. A Hilltop Retreat with Swimming Pool & Great Rainforest Views!!
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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.

Stay near popular El Castillo attractions

Butterfly Conservatory

8.8/10 (98 reviews)
Meet the animals who live at Butterfly Conservatory during your travels in El Castillo. Wander the lush forest or discover the volcano viewpoints in this romantic area.
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Things to do

La Fortuna: Waterfall, Arenal Volcano and Hot Springs Tour

La Fortuna: Waterfall, Arenal Volcano and Hot Springs Tour

$105
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
La Fortuna: Waterfall, Arenal Volcano and Hot Springs Tour
Arenal Volcano ATV Guided Experience in La Fortuna

Arenal Volcano ATV Guided Experience in La Fortuna

$119
per traveler
94% of travellers recommend
Arenal Volcano ATV Guided Experience in La Fortuna
Baldi Hot Springs Resort – Day Pass with One Meal

Baldi Hot Springs Resort – Day Pass with One Meal

$80
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Baldi Hot Springs Resort – Day Pass with One Meal
Thermal River Experience

Hot Springs Pura Vida

$29
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hot Springs Pura Vida
La Fortuna: North Fields Coffee and Chocolate Tour

La Fortuna: North Fields Coffee and Chocolate Tour

$46
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
La Fortuna: North Fields Coffee and Chocolate Tour
Monteverde: Kinkajou Forest Night Walking Tour

Monteverde: Kinkajou Forest Night Walking Tour

$32
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Monteverde: Kinkajou Forest Night Walking Tour
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Cities near El Castillo

A town with colorful buildings, a central park, and a volcano in the background.

La Fortuna

A flag on a pole, a wooden fence, and a landscape with trees and a body of water in the distance.

Tilaran

A wooden bridge with a sloth face carved into the center, surrounded by lush greenery and a cloudy sky.

Peñas Blancas

A horse standing in a grassy field with a mountain in the background.

Tronadora

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