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A riverside village with colorful houses, a large fort on a hill, and lush greenery.

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A room with a wooden chair and table arrangement facing a window with a view of mountains and greenery.

A modern building with a glass entrance, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

A restaurant with wooden interior, tables with white tablecloths, and a tiled floor.

1. Chateau Arenal

Peñas Blancas

Andres

S$107

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

Two lounge chairs facing a pool with a view of a lake and hills.

A covered outdoor seating area with a view of a lake and hills.

A restaurant with multiple seating areas, large windows with a view of a mountain and a body of water.

A paved pathway, lush greenery, a mountain, and a body of water.

2. Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga

Peñas Blancas

Yang

S$86

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern room with a bed, a small kitchen area, and a dining space.

A hotel room with a wooden ceiling, a dining area with a bar, two beds, and a TV.

A room with a large window featuring curtains, a view of a mountain, and lush greenery outside.

A dining table with a fruit platter, two bowls, and a coffee cup.

3. Arenal cautiva

El Millon

Jocelyn

S$101

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A hot tub with a stone base, surrounded by a pool, and overlooking a scenic view of a sunset over a body of water and hills.

A restaurant with a view of mountains and a greenhouse. Tables are set with white tablecloths and purple napkins.

A building with a red roof and a small car parked in front.

A hotel room with a wooden ceiling, a large window with curtains, a flat-screen TV, and a bed with towels and flowers.

4. Hotel Linda Vista

La Fortuna

Jill

S$108

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A hotel with a mountain view, a reflective pond, and lush greenery.

A wooden deck with a restaurant, overlooking a scenic landscape with a sunset view.

A resort with a pool, lush greenery, and a mountain view.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a view of a natural landscape.

5. Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

La Fortuna

Jorge Isai

S$165

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with a wooden bench, a sofa, and a round table.

An aerial view of a lush, private garden with a swimming pool, surrounded by dense foliage and a small building.

A couple in white robes sitting on a beige sofa with patterned cushions, in a room with a stone wall and a wooden railing overlooking greenery.

A reception area with a wooden ceiling, a mural with floral and bird designs, and a reception desk with two staff members.

6. Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

La Fortuna

Mehrzad

S$198

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A restaurant interior with wooden floors, a bar area, and a dining section with tables and chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a phone, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A table with a plate of fruit and a view of a volcano.

A fitness center with exercise equipment, a sign reading "FITNESS ROOM," and a brick pathway.

7. Hotel Arenal Lodge

La Fortuna

henk

S$137

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A buffet setup with various food items and utensils, surrounded by large windows and decorative lighting.

A modern eco-friendly cabin nestled in a lush forest, featuring two bedrooms with large windows, a visible bathroom, and a deck area.

A room with a large window overlooking a mountainous landscape.

A modern shower with a rain showerhead, a glass door, and a view of lush greenery outside.

8. Sangregado Lodge

La Fortuna

Danielle

S$239

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A lush, tropical garden with a hot spring area, stone seating, and a variety of plants.

A couple dining at a table in a pool surrounded by tropical plants and rocks.

A landscaped entrance with a sign for Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort, surrounded by tropical vegetation and a mountain in the background.

A mountain with a red-roofed building complex at its base, surrounded by lush greenery.

9. Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

La Fortuna

Herberth

S$201

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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 covered patio with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a lush garden and a view of the sea.

10. La Mansion Inn Arenal

Arenal

Linda

S$176

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A spacious room with a large bed, a sofa, and a view of a swimming pool.

A spacious room with a large bed, two sofas, and a view of greenery outside.

A bamboo-themed interior with a wooden sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen area.

A well-lit outdoor area with a wooden structure, surrounded by various plants and a gravel pathway leading to it.

11. Arenal Waterfall Lodge

La Fortuna

candice

S$82

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A pool surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

A wooden dining table set with various dishes and fruits, surrounded by lush greenery.

A wooden staircase leading to a thatched-roof structure surrounded by lush tropical foliage.

A dining table set with multiple wine glasses, a candle, and rose petals.

12. Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

La Fortuna

Valeriia

S$599

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A nighttime pool area with palm trees and a gazebo.

A large, multi-story hotel with a prominent central tower, a swimming pool, and lush tropical landscaping.

A patio with wicker chairs and a glass table, overlooking a lush landscape and a mountain.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden furniture, and a curved wooden ceiling.

13. The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

Monterrey

Yelisset

S$729

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A modern building with large windows overlooking a lake and distant hills.

A modern house with a concrete pathway leading to a white building with large windows and a balcony overlooking a body of water.

A modern house with large windows overlooking a coastal landscape.

A room with a bed, a table, and a view of the sea at sunset.

14. Hotel Laguna Arenal

Arenal

Francesca

S$267

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A natural water feature surrounded by lush greenery.

A tranquil indoor garden with a central water feature, surrounded by lush greenery and stone walls.

A cozy room with a wooden ceiling, a glass table with a vase of flowers, a sofa with cushions, and a view of greenery outside.

15. Hotel El Silencio del Campo

La Fortuna

Guang

S$320

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

An aerial view of a swimming pool with a person swimming, surrounded by a thatched roof, lounge chairs, and an umbrella.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two white chairs, a small table, a TV, and a balcony with a mountain view.

A modern house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and lush greenery.

A lush garden with a water feature, dense foliage, and a stone pathway.

16. Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort

La Fortuna

Leticia

S$343

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An aerial view of a resort with a central pool, surrounded by lush greenery and multiple levels of terraces.

A thatched-roof hut with a wooden door, surrounded by lush tropical plants and a gravel path.

A tropical indoor garden with a water feature, a concrete pathway, and lush greenery.

A tropical garden with a stone bridge, a small waterfall, and a pond.

17. The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only

La Fortuna

Rhaeem

S$335

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A resort with multiple swimming pools surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain in the background.

A resort with multiple bungalow-style buildings surrounded by lush tropical gardens and a mountain in the background.

A wooden structure with a thatched roof surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

A modern building with large glass windows and a well-lit interior.

18. Hotel Lomas del Volcán

La Fortuna

Rachel

S$311

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

An aerial view of a circular pool surrounded by lush greenery, with a clear blue center.

A hot tub surrounded by lush greenery and potted plants.

A circular stone water feature surrounded by lush greenery.

An indoor dining area with wooden beams, ceiling fans, and a view of greenery outside.

19. Paradise Hot Springs - Thermal Water & Volcano Views

La Fortuna

Jose Alejandro Carvajal

S$334

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern bathroom with a large window, a wooden chair, a round wooden basin, and a towel rack.

A tented accommodation surrounded by lush greenery, with a paved pathway leading to it.

A pathway leading to a building with a covered entrance, surrounded by lush greenery and illuminated by ground lights.

A modern restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a glass dining area, and a kitchen in the background.

20. Tifakara by the Waterfall

La Fortuna

Robert

S$297

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

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Butterfly Conservatory

8.8/10 (98 reviews)

Meet the animals who live at Butterfly Conservatory during your travels in El Castillo. Wander the lush forest or discover the volcano viewpoints in this romantic area.

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A hiker walking on a forest trail surrounded by dense greenery and trees.

Top El Castillo Hotel Reviews

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Propiedad es hermosa, acogedora y cómoda. Los cuartos son espaciosos y limpios. Todo bien moderno. Hay desayuno buffet riquísimo y el restaurante sirve muy buena comida. El mirador para el volcán arenal es precioso, pero, aunque se puede subir caminando, recomiendo subirlo en auto ya que es un camino extenso. Personal muy amigable y atento. Mi única crítica sería que no está muy bien iluminado en los caminos para las habitaciones. Tuvimos que utilizar el flashlight del teléfono para poder movernos de noche. Espero volver 😍 Nota: foto del cuarto se verá un poco distorsionada ya que la edité para borrar a las personas que se encontraban sentadas ahí."

Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Property was very clean, the staff was very polite, professional and efficient. There’s nothing that I really didn’t like"

Hotel Lomas del Volcán

10/10 Excellent

"This place was so beautiful and peaceful! We went during rainy season and it was still soo pleasant! The greenery around the hotel was beautiful! We also felt very safe because they didn’t just let anyone come in after hours. It’s very peaceful walking around! The breakfast from the menu was the best! The buffet breakfast is okay. The staff was very helpful also and it was very clean! We have a great view of the volcano (when it decided to reveal itself) from our room"

The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent

"Great customer service. I will be returning!"

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

10/10 Excellent

"Nice grounds with great pools. Staff was friendly and helpful."

Koora Hotel by Sandglass

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful experience, hotel was clean and unique surroundings, people were nice and helpful."

Casa Luna Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely amazing property. Such nice staff and everything was so clean and tidy. I really like that. There were multiple hot tubs instead of just one big hot tub, and the spa was really nice! I definitely suggest going in the off-season, it was quiet and very calm!"

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean"

Baldi Hot Springs Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Room was spacious with a nice balcony although we had a parking lot view. The property was beautiful and all the pools-spa were worth the drive ."

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Viajero La Fortuna Hostel

Av. 325 La Fortuna Provincia de Alajuela

S$51

13 Oct - 14 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.4/10 Exceptional! (32 reviews)

Arenal Xilopalo

Calle 478 La Fortuna Alajuela

S$82

11 Oct - 12 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Hotel Villas Vilma

3 Km West From Fortuna Central Park La Fortuna Alajuela

S$132

10 Nov - 11 Nov

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (126 reviews)

Tityra Lodge

Ruta Nacional Treciaria 606 Monteverde Puntarenas

S$138

26 Oct - 27 Oct

includes taxes & fees

BAUMA

Zeta Trece La Fortuna Provincia de Alajuela

S$221

18 Oct - 19 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Hostel La Choza Inn

Avenue 331 La Fortuna Alajuela

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7.8/10 Good! (232 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in El Castillo?

Based on our traveller data, Chateau Arenal is one of the top choices for your stay. This hotel is a short 12-minute walk from Lake Arenal, and it offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good choices for your visit to the area are Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa and Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in El Castillo.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that El Castillo has to offer?

Green Forest Vacations Homes: This holiday home rental outside El Castillo offers an indoor pool, a balcony and free WiFi to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a stovetop, a microwave and a coffee maker. Make the most of garden in this rental home to help you unwind. See all vacation rentals in El Castillo.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in El Castillo, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in El Castillo.

What's the best accommodation for a budget-friendly stay in El Castillo?

Based on our traveller reviews, Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga is a top choice for a less expensive stay. View all budget hotels in El Castillo.

What's the best high-end place to stay in El Castillo?

Arenal Vista Lodge is a luxury hotel with a deli and private patios, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travellers looking for an elegant place to stay. Find more luxury hotels in El Castillo.

What are some accommodation options with pools in El Castillo?

Chateau Arenal: Hotel, 12-minute walk from Lake Arenal. Features a children's pool, an outdoor pool and spa services. Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa and Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort are two additional hotels with an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in El Castillo.

What is the best spa hotel in El Castillo?

Chateau Arenal is a top spa hotel featuring a bar, an outdoor pool and a restaurant. Treat yourself to a facial, body scrub or Swedish massage at the on-site spa. Another popular spa hotel in El Castillo is Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga. See all spa hotels in El Castillo.

How is it to stay in El Castillo?

Travellers to El Castillo will find plenty to explore and enjoy. A top sight in the area is Arenal Volcano National Park. In El Castillo, there are 39 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about El Castillo.

What should I do while I'm visiting El Castillo?

A couple of favourite places to visit are Lake Arenal and Butterfly Conservatory. Additionally, you'll find Arenal Volcano National Park in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's El Castillo guide.

What's the weather like in El Castillo?

The hottest months are usually March and February, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 26°C. The rainiest months in El Castillo are October, August, June and September, with each month seeing an average of 482 mm of rainfall.

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Our top choices for El Castillo hotels

1. Chateau Arenal

2. Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga

3. Arenal cautiva

4. Hotel Linda Vista

5. Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

6. Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

7. Hotel Arenal Lodge

8. Sangregado Lodge

9. Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

10. La Mansion Inn Arenal

11. Arenal Waterfall Lodge

12. Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

13. The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

14. Hotel Laguna Arenal

15. Hotel El Silencio del Campo

16. Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort

17. The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only

18. Hotel Lomas del Volcán

19. Paradise Hot Springs - Thermal Water & Volcano Views

20. Tifakara by the Waterfall

Stay near popular El Castillo attractions

Butterfly Conservatory

Learn more about El Castillo

Top El Castillo Hotel Reviews

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort

Hotel Lomas del Volcán

The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

Koora Hotel by Sandglass

Casa Luna Hotel & Spa

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Baldi Hot Springs Hotel and Spa

More cheap stays in El Castillo

Viajero La Fortuna Hostel

Arenal Xilopalo

Hotel Villas Vilma

Tityra Lodge

BAUMA

Hostel La Choza Inn

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