Title: Northern Plains Travel Guide: Best of Northern Plains, Costa Rica Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Northern Plains](https://expedia.co.uk/Northern-Plains-Hotels.d6025926.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Northern Plains](https://expedia.co.uk/Northern-Plains-Holiday-Rentals.d6025926.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Northern Plains](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Northern-Plains.d6025926.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Northern Plains Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Northern-Plains.d6025926.Car-Hire-Guide)[Northern Plains Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Northern-Plains.d6025926.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Northern Plains Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Rincon de la Vieja National Park featuring a waterfall and rapids](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071373/588d959a-5100-4d0b-8326-7fa372527a40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rincon de la Vieja National Park featuring a waterfall and rapids](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071373/588d959a-5100-4d0b-8326-7fa372527a40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rincon de la Vieja National Park showing a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071373/f614f4e8-4e7a-4867-bb64-12ee7c85961e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rincon de la Vieja National Park featuring rainforest, a river or creek and forests](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071373/22ac9d55-57b3-4bde-b55c-83ca6b4d4453.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rincon de la Vieja National Park showing a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071373/ed6ff34f-0b4e-4dad-a722-d88f9682d344.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Northern Plains Where to stay Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_6025926) ### Where to stay in Northern Plains ![Views over to the](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976398940/b27b0253-4ec4-4361-b77f-18fde8991813.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Barrio Pilo While Barrio Pilo isn't home to many top sights, Costa Rica Chocolate Tour and Arenal Volcano National Park are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/La-Fortuna-Barrio-Pilo.dx553248635976398940) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### El Millon If you're looking for some top things to see and do in El Millon and surrounding area, you can visit Butterfly Conservatory and Costa Rica Sky Adventures. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Penas-Blancas-El-Millon.dx553248635976399933) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sabalito Plan a visit to nearby attractions like FlyZone Wakeboard School while you're exploring Sabalito and the larger area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tierras-Morenas-Sabalito.dx553248635976397142) - Top hotels in Northern Plains - Top Holiday Rentals in Northern Plains ![Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1320000/1312400/1312339/f7c4e7bd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort 6 km oeste del Parque Central La Fortuna Stay at this spa hotel in La Fortuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,370 reviews) Clean, nice rooms, great amenities, beautiful resort, great breakfast buffet options Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=14%2F03%2F2026&selected=1312339&PinnedHotelID=1312339&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6025926) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=14%2F03%2F2026&selected=1312339&PinnedHotelID=1312339&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6025926) ![Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2140000/2134000/2133936/1c8f1fd8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience 7 Km West From La Fortuna La Fortuna Alajuela £323 2 Mar - 3 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly lodge in La Fortuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews) It is as explained in the site, great Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F03%2F2026&endDate=03%2F03%2F2026&selected=2133936&PinnedHotelID=2133936&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6025926) ![Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1680000/1672000/1671981/c63bd74b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort From Fortuna center 7km towards Volcano La Fortuna Alajuela £378 2 Mar - 3 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in La Fortuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews) The room was average. I liked the villa style, but the rooms were basic, and in the washrooms I could hear the people in the villa next to me the entire time when they were in the bathroom showering or using the toilet. No insulation as I could hear their conversations. There was lack of hot water, ... Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F03%2F2026&endDate=03%2F03%2F2026&selected=1671981&PinnedHotelID=1671981&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6025926) [See all 1,094 properties in Northern Plains](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=28%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026®ionId=6025926) 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 Rio Escondido](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83610000/83600600/83600560/8deb4798_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cabañas Rio Escondido El Jauuri, 702 Peñas Blancas Alajuela Stay at this apartment in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and La Fortuna ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (69 reviews) I had everything I needed in a very nice, well kept setting. You need to bring your own coffee but you a have a coffee maker. The setting is very nice with a water stream in the backyard. My room looked at the water stream which was very nice. Communication was great. The price is reasonable and ... Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Cabanas-Rio-Escondido.h83600560.Hotel-Information) ![Villas Jawara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93060000/93054400/93054330/1537aae0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Villas Jawara Fortuna de San Carlos La Fortuna Alajuela Stay at this 4.5-star luxury villa in La Fortuna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and Los ... 10/10 Exceptional! (56 reviews) Awesome location; neat and spacious villa right at the foot of Arenal; Highlights are the private hot spring pool, large back yard well maintained, fire pit and finally the unique shower/bathroom in main bedroom :) Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Fabio-Cedeno.h93054330.Hotel-Information) ![Suwa Villa Arenal](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96100000/96093900/96093886/868475f4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Suwa Villa Arenal Avenue 335 street 468 La Fortuna Provincia de Alajuela Stay at this villa in La Fortuna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 10/10 Exceptional! (114 reviews) Great staff, clean room, great amenities. Clean and posh. Best value for money. 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Northern Plains hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6025926&startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28)[27 Feb - 28 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6025926&startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6025926&startDate=2026-02-28&endDate=2026-03-01)[28 Feb - 1 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6025926&startDate=2026-02-28&endDate=2026-03-01) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6025926&startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026)[27 Feb - 1 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6025926&startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Arenal volcano](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634304933338/08dc09b6-fdd2-42ee-8711-fffca519cdca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Arenal Volcano 4.5/5(13 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Arenal Volcano and enjoy the volcano viewpoints during your trip to La Fortuna. Wander the lush forest or discover the hot springs in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Arenal-Volcano-La-Fortuna.d553248634304933338.Attraction) ![Tabacon Natural Hot Springs Bridge in La Fortuna, Costa Rica I](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229913/023a748b-e812-40b0-8caa-420bebf2d490.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tabacon Hot Springs 4.5/5(4 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Tabacon Hot Springs and enjoy the volcano viewpoints during your trip to Arenal Hot Springs. Wander the lush forest or discover the hot springs in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tabacon-Hot-Springs-La-Fortuna.d6229913.Attraction) ![Pura Vida😍 Costa Rica = land of waterfalls:) #life #culture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229886/b86b3c18-282c-4f49-83c3-a4663095874d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### La Fortuna Waterfall 4.5/5(14 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at La Fortuna Waterfall and enjoy the hot springs during your trip to La Fortuna. Wander the lush forest or discover the volcano viewpoints in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/La-Fortuna-Waterfall-La-Fortuna.d6229886.Attraction) ![October 2018.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229900/8e322aea-edbb-46d8-a40a-5e8bf12fa11e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park 4.5/5(7 reviews) Enjoy the volcano viewpoints and explore Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park, a lovely green space in La Fortuna. Wander the lush forest or discover the hot springs in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mistico-Arenal-Hanging-Bridges-Park-La-Fortuna.d6229900.Attraction) ![0_124315494](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532611573/207f26ce-f6ea-4f80-a220-c59523ef738f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rio Celeste Waterfall 4.5/5(2 reviews) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rio Celeste Waterfall during your travels in Katira. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and seek out the hiking trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rio-Celeste-Waterfall-Katira.d553248621532611573.Attraction) #### Baldi Hot Springs 4/5(1 review) Enjoy a trip to Baldi Hot Springs and popular activities such as ziplining in Arenal Hot Springs. Wander the lush forest or discover the volcano viewpoints in this romantic area. 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