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A stone-tiled infinity pool with a glass bridge leading to a mountain view.

A row of single-story buildings with red roofs, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and small trees.

A compact kitchenette with a built-in microwave, a coffee maker, a sink, and a dishwasher.

A modern building with large glass windows, a stone-paved entrance, and outdoor seating.

1. Blue Mountain Lodging Arenal

19.4 km from Venado Caves

Fanny D

SAR 360

SAR 406 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A pool with clear blue water, a stone statue, and a view of a lake and mountains.

A room with a bed, a bench, a desk, and a chair.

A staircase leading to a lush garden with a view of a green landscape and a clear blue sky.

A large, white bathtub in a room with wooden paneling and colorful stained glass windows.

2. La Mansion Inn Arenal

20.1 km from Venado Caves

Linda

SAR 456

SAR 515 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A plate of food with vegetables and a steak, accompanied by a knife and fork, on a table with a woven placemat.

A bed with a canopy, wooden wall paneling, a bedside table, and a nightstand.

A rustic café with wooden walls and hanging lanterns.

A rustic interior with wooden tables and chairs, a bamboo wall, and a mural of a forest scene.

3. Hotel Finca L’Étoile Celeste

17 km from Venado Caves

Joshua Jon

SAR 449

SAR 507 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

Gingerbread Fine Restaurant Boutique Hotel with a stone pathway leading to the entrance, surrounded by greenery.

A bedroom with a large bed, red curtains, and a mural of trees and plants on the wall.

A bar with shelves stocked with various liquor bottles.

A room with a sofa, a desk with a lamp, and a chair. There is a door leading to an outdoor area with a view of greenery.

4. Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant

17.5 km from Venado Caves

Carl

SAR 534

SAR 604 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A wooden deck with a pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone pathway.

A balcony with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a dense forest.

A lush garden with a variety of plants and a paved path.

A room with wooden flooring, a sofa, a dining table, and chairs. Large windows offer a view of greenery outside.

5. Agua Inn

18.3 km from Venado Caves

Maxime

SAR 263

SAR 297 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window, and a view of the outdoors.

A restaurant with wooden furniture, large windows, and hanging decorations.

A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a desk, a ceiling fan, and large windows.

A lush garden with banana trees, a pond, and a building with a blue roof.

6. Lucky Bug B & B

17.2 km from Venado Caves

david

SAR 278

SAR 314 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a lush landscape.

A modern living space with wicker furniture, a dining table, and a kitchen area.

A modern living space with a balcony, wicker furniture, a kitchen area, and a view of greenery.

A covered outdoor area with a pool, lounge chairs, and string lights.

7. Casa Donna Rosa B&B

17.6 km from Venado Caves

Michael

SAR 436

SAR 492 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

8. Happy Paradise Lodge

18 km from Venado Caves

Kimihiko

SAR 199

SAR 225 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A tent with two beds, a dining area, a TV, and a kitchenette.

A red cylindrical structure with an open door, surrounded by a stone-tiled base and a small garden area with trees and foliage.

A tented accommodation with a dining area, a bed, and a kitchenette.

A treehouse structure with a slanted roof and a simple, open design.

9. Volcano Tenorio Glamping Ranch - 3 Tents

17.3 km from Venado Caves

Stephanie

SAR 371

SAR 420 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A balcony with a view of a lush landscape, a person sitting on a chair, and a table with a potted plant.

A room with a bed, a ceiling fan, a TV mounted on the wall, and a view of a balcony with plants.

A compact kitchen with a red wall, a wooden shelf with various containers, a refrigerator, a gas cylinder, and a small sink.

A person sitting at a green table with a laptop, surrounded by lush greenery and plants.

10. Hostal Nuevo Arenal

17 km from Venado Caves

sylvain

SAR 139

SAR 157 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A room with a large window, a white door, and two wooden chairs with a potted plant between them.

A dining area with a round table and chairs, a window with curtains, and a door leading to another room.

A living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, a dining table with chairs, a fireplace, and large windows with curtains.

A lush green landscape with a view of a body of water and a building in the distance.

11. Casa Pura Vida Arenal

18.5 km from Venado Caves

SAR 235

SAR 266 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A fenced area with a building that has a glass facade and a covered outdoor space.

A spacious kitchen with a large island, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a potted plant.

A dining area with a table and chairs, a sofa, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

12. Casa Pura Vida Arenal

18.5 km from Venado Caves

SAR 310

SAR 350 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Venado Caves

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Blue Mountain Lodging Arenal	10.0 Exceptional 1 review	View
La Mansion Inn Arenal	9.6 Exceptional 658 reviews	View
Hotel Finca L’Étoile Celeste	9.8 Exceptional 12 reviews	View
Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant	9.6 Exceptional 21 reviews	View
Agua Inn	10.0 Exceptional 72 reviews	View

Top Venado Caves Hotel Reviews

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

10/10 Excellent

"We loved the ability to relax in the hot springs water, enjoy the very lush grounds and view of Arenal. A bonus was the pizza at the pool restaurant, and the staff service and friendliness there. Excellent place to relax!"

Sangregado Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Fine"

The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing hotel, very clean and very nice views on Arenal Volcano."

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. My partner and I went to celebrate our anniversary, and it was an excellent choice. The spa, the food, the hot springs—can't wait to go back and take more people with us. We had a couples massage and did yoga while we were there. Our massage therapists were excellent and the setting of the spa pagodas was idyllic. So relaxing and refreshing."

Hotel Arenal Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay. Long way up the mountain, but once you get there its a great view!! The bar closes at 8:00 pm, so if you are in the middle of a pool game, too bad!! The lights are out and you have to leave!!"

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

10/10 Excellent

"Excelente como siempre"

Montaña de fuego Mountain Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Great resort! We stayed for 7 nights with the all-inclusive package. The food and drinks were incredible, and ALL staff were lovely and a pleasure to see every day. There was confusion with the all-inclusive package vs. the premium all-inclusive package, that was mis conveyed upon booking. Overall we were very pleased with our booking and stay, but would encourage to check the details of your booking prior to. It gets BRIGHT early in the day, and our room did not have any blackout curtains. Highly recommend packing an eye mask if you would like to sleep in. The views were absolutely AMAZING. I am so happy I found this resort & so happy we booked our stay here."

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing place"

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Loved it"

Other attractions near Venado Caves

Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park

9.6/10 (2,685 reviews)

Enjoy the hot springs and explore Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park, a lovely green space in La Fortuna. Wander the lush forest or discover the volcano viewpoints in this romantic area.

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A waterfall in a lush green forest with a person sitting at the base.

Tabacon Hot Springs

9.4/10 (1,978 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Tabacon Hot Springs and enjoy the hot springs during your trip to Arenal Hot Springs. Wander the lush forest or discover the volcano viewpoints in this romantic area.

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Cavernas de Venado

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Cavernas de Venado and enjoy the volcano viewpoints during your trip to Venado. Wander the lush rainforest or discover the hot springs in this romantic area.

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Peace Tree

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Katira with a trip to Peace Tree. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the hiking trails.

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Titoku Hot Springs

9.6/10 (13 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Titoku Hot Springs and enjoy the hot springs during your trip to Arenal Hot Springs. Wander the lush forest or discover the volcano viewpoints in this romantic area.

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Go Adventure Park

9.6/10 (69 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Go Adventure Park during your stay in Palma. Wander the lush forest or discover the hot springs in this romantic area.

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El Pilon Station

You can enjoy retail therapy at El Pilon Station during your visit to Bijagua. Amble around the area's gardens, or seek out its hiking trails.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Venado Caves?

Venado Caves is located in an area of San Rafael de Guatuso that travelers like for its bird watching. San Rafael de Guatuso is home to 6 hotels and other accommodations, so you can find something with the amenities you're looking for.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Venado Caves?

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this resort offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. You'll find it 13.1 mi (21.1 km) from Venado Caves. Other good options around the area include The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal and Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Venado Caves, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Venado Caves.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Venado Caves?

To access more information about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Venado Caves, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

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Our top choices for Venado Caves hotels

1. Blue Mountain Lodging Arenal

2. La Mansion Inn Arenal

3. Hotel Finca L’Étoile Celeste

4. Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant

5. Agua Inn

6. Lucky Bug B & B

7. Casa Donna Rosa B&B

8. Happy Paradise Lodge

9. Volcano Tenorio Glamping Ranch - 3 Tents

10. Hostal Nuevo Arenal

11. Casa Pura Vida Arenal

12. Casa Pura Vida Arenal

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Top Venado Caves Hotel Reviews

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

Sangregado Lodge

The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

Hotel Arenal Lodge

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

Montaña de fuego Mountain Resort & Spa

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

Other attractions near Venado Caves

Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park

Tabacon Hot Springs

Cavernas de Venado

Peace Tree

Titoku Hot Springs

Go Adventure Park

El Pilon Station

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