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/6338240/08bfcf28-24c1-4ba2-952e-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 - Upala Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Upala ![Blue River Resort & Hot Springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3970000/3969400/3969358/2b902780_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Blue River Resort & Hot Springs 600 m West of la Puente and Rio Azul Guayabo Alajuela $160 nightly $181 total Mar 25 - Mar 26 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this spa hotel in Guayabo. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (448 reviews) Th Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F25%2F2026&endDate=3%2F26%2F2026&selected=3969358&PinnedHotelID=3969358&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6338240) ![Hideaway Rio Celeste](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3860000/3858600/3858533/1c77e235_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hideaway Rio Celeste 700 meter west of national park Tenorio Katira Alajuela $438 nightly $495 total Apr 15 - Apr 16 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury resort in Katira. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (615 reviews) Staff were great and rooms were very clean Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F15%2F2026&endDate=4%2F16%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 $91 nightly $103 total Mar 18 - Mar 19 Total with taxes and fees 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! (369 reviews) Nice little lodge, perfect for our first day in Costa Rica! Good value, good food, nice pool. Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F18%2F2026&endDate=3%2F19%2F2026&selected=5326763&PinnedHotelID=5326763&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6338240) [See all 272 properties in Upala](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=3%2F18%2F2026&endDate=3%2F19%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! (13 reviews) Francisco is the best host, we had an excellent stay! Reviewed on Mar 13, 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! (301 reviews) This place was amazing! The services that the host provided were great. The included breakfast was delicious and a great way to start our day. Patrick was so helpful with our excursions. This is by far the best VRBO that I've ever stayed at. We hope to return again sometime. Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Arenal-Hotels-Simply-The-Best.h32068027.Hotel-Information) ![Hotel Finca L’Étoile Celeste](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22450000/22449700/22449683/1a0ab256_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Finca L’Étoile Celeste 400m Oeste de la plaza de deportes Katira Alajuela Book a stay at this business-friendly vacation home in Katira. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and private pools. 10/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews) Probably the best dinner of my two week trip throughout Costa Rica. Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Katira-Hotels-Hotel-Finca-LEtoile-Celeste.h22449683.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Upala](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6338240&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 Upala hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6338240&startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18)[Mar 17 - Mar 18](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6338240&startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6338240&startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19)[Mar 18 - Mar 19](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6338240&startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19) [This weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6338240&startDate=3%2F20%2F2026&endDate=3%2F22%2F2026)[Mar 20 - Mar 22](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6338240&startDate=3%2F20%2F2026&endDate=3%2F22%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6338240&startDate=3%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F29%2F2026)[Mar 27 - Mar 29](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6338240&startDate=3%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F29%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### Upala Central Park Explore the great outdoors at Upala Central Park, a lovely green space in Upala. 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. Ideal for families and first-timers.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4501538/37e5ad4c-1a94-4178-b356-e33263a9bef2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rio Celeste Aquatic Tubing Adventure $55 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/rio-celeste-aquatic-tubing-adventure.a4501538.activity-details) ![Bijagua Upala Rainforest, Trails, Sloths, Birds and others](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49690094/ee454a73-cf1d-494f-91a1-2f5a7eb58a5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bijagua Upala Rainforest, Trails, Sloths, Birds and others $45 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/bijagua-upala-rainforest.a49690094.activity-details) [See all activities in Upala](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Upala.d6338240.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Upala ![That must be princess... #kidsfun #outdoor #familytrips](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229198/cd21ac73-82dd-47ba-b552-5c1629147f33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bijagua ![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 ![A view of the clouds and sky reflecting off the waters of the Río Frío near the Nicaraguan border. 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) - [Las Hornillas Hot Springs ](https://expedia.com/Las-Hornillas-Hot-Springs-Fortuna.d747569846460624896.Vacation-Attraction) - [Llanos de Cortez Waterfall ](https://expedia.com/Llanos-De-Cortez-Waterfall-Bijagua.d553248621532611571.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) - [El Pilon Station ](https://expedia.com/El-Pilon-Station-Bijagua.d868275728645791744.Vacation-Attraction) - [Tronadora Arena ](https://expedia.com/Tronadora-Arena-Tronadora.d553248621592397538.Vacation-Attraction) - [Miravalles Maze ](https://expedia.com/Miravalles-Maze-Guayabo.d747569658880864256.Vacation-Attraction) - [Miravalles Jorge Manuel Dengo National Park ](https://expedia.com/Miravalles-Jorge-Manuel-Dengo-National-Park-Costa-Rica.d747571088248987648.Vacation-Attraction) - [Butterfly Garden Paraíso ](https://expedia.com/Butterfly-Garden-Paraiso-Guayabo.d747568316089118720.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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