The Best Hotels Closest to Venado Caves in San Rafael de Guatuso for 2026

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

1. Blue Mountain Lodging Arenal

19.4 km from Venado Caves

Fanny D

SAR 372 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

2. La Mansion Inn Arenal

20.1 km from Venado Caves

Linda

SAR 611 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

3. Hotel Finca L’Étoile Celeste

17 km from Venado Caves

Joshua Jon

SAR 508 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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

4. Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant

17.5 km from Venado Caves

Carl

SAR 604 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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

5. Lucky Bug B & B

17.2 km from Venado Caves

david

SAR 337 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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

6. Agua Inn

18.3 km from Venado Caves

Maxime

SAR 308 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

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

7. Casa Donna Rosa B&B

17.6 km from Venado Caves

Michael

SAR 492 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A covered walkway with benches and potted plants, leading to a garden area.

8. Hotel Sueño Real Rio Celeste

13.8 km from Venado Caves

Jeffry

SAR 456 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

9. Happy Paradise Lodge

18 km from Venado Caves

Kimihiko

SAR 300 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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

10. Volcano Tenorio Glamping Ranch - 3 Tents

17.3 km from Venado Caves

Stephanie

SAR 420 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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

11. Hostal Nuevo Arenal

17 km from Venado Caves

sylvain

SAR 154 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

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

12. Casa Pura Vida Arenal

18.5 km from Venado Caves

SAR 355 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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

13. Casa Pura Vida Arenal

18.5 km from Venado Caves

SAR 272 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Venado Caves

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Blue Mountain Lodging Arenal	2.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 1 review	View
La Mansion Inn Arenal	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 658 reviews	View
Hotel Finca L’Étoile Celeste	3.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 12 reviews	View
Gingerbread Hotel and Restaurant	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 21 reviews	View
Lucky Bug B & B	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 83 reviews	View

Top Venado Caves Hotel Reviews

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful property with some nice springs right on site, we pre booked an off site hot springs and didn't even feel we needed it! Beautiful lookout at the top of the property and mountain view's throughout. Horses in the back patio of our room. Gorgeous, would certainly return!"

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

8/10 Good

"Views are beyond beautiful! Property was very clean. Staff, specially the ones in restaurant and lounge area, were extremely friendly and full of suggestions. Breakfast options were VERY limited for someone with egg allergies. Unfortunately there was an issue with plumbing and we didn’t have water the entire last night/morning we were there. Not being able to shower after being in the pool and having to travel all day the next day was quite inconvenient."

Simply the best, incredible views, pool, breakfast and a friend in the area!

10/10 Excellent

"Patrick was helpful all along the way from when we booked the trip all the way to the end of it. He answered all our questions and was also very hands on with scheduling our activities according to what everyone in the group was interested in and grouping things together that were in the same area. He had important advice on which activities you’d need a break after or what order to do them in. The breakfast was amazing! And the smoothies! He was really good at suggesting local food places for the other meals. He was also able to arrange a driver and coordinate our pickup times. It’s nice that each room has its own bathroom and shower and each room has its own AC for different temperatures. I recommend bringing eye masks for early morning sunlight around 5 am - or you can get up early and see the beautiful sunrise and try to glimpse the volcano. The pool house is nice and has a hot tub which was perfect after adventuring all day. Cell phone service and WiFi work fine. They went out of their way to make sure everyone was doing ok and things were going smoothly. (Doesn’t pertain to the house, but do bring dramamine if you’re sensitive to curvy roads and I do recommend having him arrange a driver to kick back and enjoy vacation.)"

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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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. Lucky Bug B & B

6. Agua Inn

7. Casa Donna Rosa B&B

8. Hotel Sueño Real Rio Celeste

9. Happy Paradise Lodge

10. Volcano Tenorio Glamping Ranch - 3 Tents

11. Hostal Nuevo Arenal

12. Casa Pura Vida Arenal

13. Casa Pura Vida Arenal

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Top Venado Caves Hotel Reviews

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

Other attractions near Venado Caves

Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park

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