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Hideaway Rio Celeste
700 meter west of national park Tenorio, La Paz de Rio Celeste, Katira, Alajuela
The price is SAR 1,159 per night from Aug 12 to Aug 13
SAR 1,159
SAR 1,310 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Katira. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (587 reviews)
"An outstanding hotel Staff were so friendly and helpful Room was stylish, large, lived the outdoor shower 2 restaurants food was excellent in both and wines very good Breakfast was best in Costa Rica - buffet style - lots of choice and delicious Bar area was fun for a pre dinner cocktail and a fun ..."
Reviewed on 19 July 2025

Blue River Resort & Hot Springs
600 m West of la Puente and Rio Azul, Dos Rios, Upala, Guayabo, Alajuela
The price is SAR 570 per night from Jul 23 to Jul 24
SAR 570
SAR 644 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star 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! (403 reviews)
"Was there in the off season. Breakfast was suppose to be 7am to 9pm but they stopped bringing out food at 8am and put everything away at 8:30. For meals had to ask staff for the menu, walk over to get their attention to order, and then remind them to bring out the food. This happened for every meal. ..."
Reviewed on 7 July 2025

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! (210 reviews)
"Lovely home beautifully decorated with tiles. Pool, ping pong and pool tables. Super helpful, friendly host who lives next door. Delicious breakfast."
Reviewed on 19 July 2025
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.

Rio Celeste apartment perfect for Family and couples surrounded by nature
Upala
Stay at this vacation home in Upala. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions Peace Tree and El Pilon Station are located ...
Cute, clean, quiet!
"Very cute and comfortable house, in a very quiet, rural area, about 20-25 minutes from the Rio Celeste Waterfall Park entrance. Carol was absolutely amazing with communication, was very responsive and gave great restaurants and attractions suggestions. We enjoyed our stay!"
Reviewed on 28 May 2025

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! (210 reviews)
"Lovely home beautifully decorated with tiles. Pool, ping pong and pool tables. Super helpful, friendly host who lives next door. Delicious breakfast."
Reviewed on 19 July 2025

Destino Hotel & Hot Spring
La Fortuna de Bagaces, 6, Fortuna, Provincia de Guanacaste
Stay at this villa in Fortuna. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Las Hornillas Hot Springs and Yoko Hot Springs are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
"If you enjoy unique places, Destino is a MUST DO! The photos are exactly what you get - no unpleasant surprises. The villa we stayed in for 3 nights has 2 bedrooms, each with an ensuite toilet and sink. Each has access to 2 showers, an indoor and an outdoor. The infinity pool was a fabulous way to ..."
Reviewed on 17 April 2025
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
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.
- Upala Central Park
- Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park
- Lake Arenal
- Tenorio Volcano National Park
- Rio Celeste Waterfall
- Miravalles Volcano
- Rincón de la Vieja Volcano
- Cano Negro National Wildlife Refuge
- Llanos de Cortez Waterfall
- Aqua Celeste
- Las Hornillas Hot Springs
- Yoko Hot Springs
- Tapir Valley Nature Reserve
- Santa María Ranger Station
- Peace Tree
- Butterfly Garden Paraíso
- Miravalles Maze
- El Pilon Station
- Tronadora Arena
- Venado Caves
- Catarata Morpho Azul
- Area de Conservación Guanacaste
- Miravalles Jorge Manuel Dengo National Park
- FlyZone Wakeboard School
- La Catedral Waterfall