Title: Upala Travel Guide: Best of Upala, Alajuela Province Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Upala](https://expedia.co.uk/Upala-Hotels.d6338240.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Upala](https://expedia.co.uk/Upala-Holiday-Rentals.d6338240.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Upala Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Upala.d6338240.Car-Hire-Guide)[Upala Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Upala.d6338240.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Upala Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ## Visit Upala Things to do - Top hotels in Upala - Top Holiday Rentals in Upala ![Blue River Resort & Hot Springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3970000/3969400/3969358/2b902780_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Blue River Resort & Hot Springs 600 m West of la Puente and Rio Azul Guayabo Alajuela £134 24 Jan - 25 Jan 2026 includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Guayabo. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (422 reviews) The rooms, dining area and facilities were in excellent condition. The range of pools with different temperatures was fantastic as the weather changed. Food was freshly cooked and healthy. The tours available were fantastic for the kids, and the dinosaur tour had some really good animatronics for ... Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F01%2F2026&endDate=25%2F01%2F2026&selected=3969358&PinnedHotelID=3969358&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6338240) ![Rinconcito Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5330000/5326800/5326763/d75f9e55_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rinconcito Lodge Rincón de la Vieja, San Jorge de Mogote Mogote de Bagaces Guanacaste Stay at this lodge in Mogote de Bagaces. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (348 reviews) Beautiful gardens. Staff very friendly and helpful. Great night walk included. Restaurant was good. Room spacious and quiet. Bed comfy. Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F01%2F2026&endDate=08%2F01%2F2026&selected=5326763&PinnedHotelID=5326763&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6338240) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F01%2F2026&endDate=08%2F01%2F2026&selected=5326763&PinnedHotelID=5326763&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6338240) ![Hideaway Rio Celeste](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3860000/3858600/3858533/7bd2ce79_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hideaway Rio Celeste 700 meter west of national park Tenorio Katira Alajuela £469 15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury resort in Katira. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (600 reviews) This hotel was absolutely incredible - so beautiful with every single detail thought of. The room was stunning, clean, and comfortable. Highly recommend! Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F01%2F2026&endDate=16%2F01%2F2026&selected=3858533&PinnedHotelID=3858533&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6338240) [See all 254 properties in Upala](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=25%2F12%2F2025&endDate=26%2F12%2F2025®ionId=6338240) 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. ![Destino Hotel & Hot Spring](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101740000/101731800/101731789/a690452e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Destino Hotel & Hot Spring La Fortuna de Bagaces Fortuna Provincia de Guanacaste Stay at this family-friendly villa in Fortuna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and hot springs on-site. Popular attractions Las Hornillas Hot Springs and Thermomania ... 9/10 Wonderful! (17 reviews) Stayed here for a night. Orlando, the owner, welcomed us and showed us the room. He was very nice and hospitable. The room was clean, I liked the interior design of the suite we got. We met two kittens who were friendly. If you like cats, they will gladly enter your room. If you don’t, you might ... Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fortuna-Hotels-Destino-Hotel-Hot-Spring.h101731789.Hotel-Information) ![Yarumo Lodge Río Celeste Black Chalets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112340000/112339200/112339143/1e46f058_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Yarumo Lodge Río Celeste Black Chalets Bijagua Bijagua Provincia de Alajuela Stay at this chalet in Bijagua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, in-room massages and a garden. Popular attractions Tapir Valley Nature Reserve and Frog's Paradise are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews) The property is so quaint and so cute! It is close to restaurants, fruit, market, Rio, Celeste, and other coffee tours and sloth tours. Beautiful space, host responds quickly and the bathroom is stunning. Great choice! Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bijagua-Hotels-Yarumo-Lodge-Rio-Celeste-Black-Chalets.h112339143.Hotel-Information) ![Simply the best, incredible views,pool,delicious food and a friend in the area.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32070000/32068100/32068027/443fe530_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Simply the best, incredible views,pool,delicious food and a friend in the area. Nuevo Arenal/Tilaran Stay at this family-friendly villa in Arenal. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and private pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 10/10 Exceptional! (218 reviews) This was a phenomenal vacation, thanks to Patrick--and his wonderful family. Patrick was so kind and generous with his time. He sincerely wanted us to have the best trip--and we did. The house is like a castle--with an unbelievable view of the volcano--the breakfasts were delicious buffets with so ... Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Arenal-Hotels-Simply-The-Best.h32068027.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Upala](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6338240&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) 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. ## Check Upala hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6338240&startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25)[24 Dec - 25 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6338240&startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6338240&startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26)[25 Dec - 26 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6338240&startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6338240&startDate=26%2F12%2F2025&endDate=28%2F12%2F2025)[26 Dec - 28 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6338240&startDate=26%2F12%2F2025&endDate=28%2F12%2F2025) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6338240&startDate=02%2F01%2F2026&endDate=04%2F01%2F2026)[2 Jan - 4 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6338240&startDate=02%2F01%2F2026&endDate=04%2F01%2F2026) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Upala-Central-Park-Upala.d553248621558091705.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Natural Swimming Pool in the Celeste River is the final tour destination](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1359080/1dca9e81-c276-4ec8-8895-95b92ad9b3ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rio Celeste Horseback Riding Tour £39 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rio-celeste-horseback-riding-tour.a1359080.activity-details) ![Pantoon con todas las comodidades para garantizar un recorrido confortable](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1348406/904ba29a-de15-41b4-8f6b-6d1762dbe451.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Caño Negro Wildlife Boat Trip Day Tour from La Fortuna £71 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cano-negro-wildlife-boat-trip-day-tour-from-la-fortuna.a1348406.activity-details) ![Tubing In Rio Celeste, Nature and Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2647061/94323595-04ea-4fa5-bc05-ed5099a3f6f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tubing in Rio Celeste: A Perfect Blend of Nature and Adventure £46 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tubing-in-rio-celeste-a-perfect-blend-of-nature-and-adventure.a2647061.activity-details) ![Sloths in the rain forest + safari by the river ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1349308/aab08eff-ad99-4037-b54a-39e0765af1d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sloths in the Rain Forest and Safari by the River £123 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sloths-in-the-rain-forest-and-safari-by-the-river.a1349308.activity-details) ![Family groups ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47033394/145d9051-b1fe-4d5c-8602-e588cddb961b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tubing Río Celeste: Adventure Experiences in Nature £39 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tubing-rio-celeste-adventure-experiences-in-nature.a47033394.activity-details) ![Rio Celeste Tubing : The perfect mix of thrilling, safe rapids and calm floating sections. 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