Northern Plains

Travel Guide

Rincon de la Vieja National Park featuring rapids and a waterfall
Rincon de la Vieja National Park showing a river or creek
Rincon de la Vieja National Park showing forests, rainforest and a river or creek
Rincon de la Vieja National Park showing a river or creek
Rincon de la Vieja National Park featuring a house

Where to stay in Northern Plains

You can find this shot along the main road from La Fortuna as it goes past Arenal Volcano on your way to the lake. We got there just in time for the last bit of light. #bvs100k

Barrio Pilo

3/5(2 area reviews)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Pilo and surrounding area, you can visit Costa Rica Chocolate Tour and Arenal Volcano National Park.

Barrio Pilo
Default Image

El Millon

While El Millon isn't home to many top sights, Costa Rica Sky Adventures and Arenal Volcano National Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

El Millon
Default Image

Sabalito

Check out nearby sights like FlyZone Wakeboard School while you're spending some time in Sabalito and the surrounding area.

Sabalito
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

3.5 out of 5
6 km oeste del Parque Central La Fortuna
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! (1,266 reviews)
Courteous and kind staff Beautiful and well maintained hot spring pools - not sure if it's because it's not high tourist season or if they are making sure things are well kept Large breakfast selection We had a rental car but hotel provides a convenient shuttle all day and night

Reviewed on 2025/11/21

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

4 out of 5
7 Km West From La Fortuna La Fortuna Alajuela
The price is NT$5,991 per night from Nov 24 to Nov 25
NT$5,991
NT$6,770 total
Nov 24 - Nov 25
includes taxes & 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
El personal muy amable. No me gusto que si no avisabas no te cambiaban ni las toallas.

Reviewed on 2025/11/14

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience
The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only

The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only

4.5 out of 5
2.5mi / 4km from Fortuna La Fortuna Alajuela
The price is NT$14,046 per night from Dec 10 to Dec 11
NT$14,046
NT$15,872 total
Dec 10 - Dec 11
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in La Fortuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
This place was incredible! The resort itself is stunning! The thermal hot springs were relaxing and super clean. The rooms were very spacious and comfortable. The views from the balcony overlooking the main pool and a straight shot view of the volcano were out of this world. But the real stars of ...

Reviewed on 2025/11/12

The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only
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 del Lago

Cabañas del Lago

3 out of 5
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (58 reviews)
I loved the properly. The outside and buildings a well maintained and are newer. It is visually appealing, and quaint. Cabins are roomy but small enough to let you know you aren’t in your own home. AC+. Host was helpful with helping me setup activities. My only small recommendation is a little dusting ...

Reviewed on 2025/10/26

Cabañas del Lago
Villas Jawara

Villas Jawara

4.5 out of 5
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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (52 reviews)
Great view of the volcano when there's not cloud cover. Very relaxing hot tub. Everything we needed, we had in the house.

Reviewed on 2025/11/10

Villas Jawara
Suwa Villa Arenal

Suwa Villa Arenal

3.5 out of 5
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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (101 reviews)
Suwa Villa Arenal is a lovely small lodge right in town. Staff is wonderful and very helpful. Rooms are small but elegant. Very pleasant common area, nice amenities.

Reviewed on 2025/11/20

Suwa Villa Arenal
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.

Popular places to visit

Cities near Northern Plains