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Simply the best, incredible views, pool, breakfast and a friend in the area!
"My Family has the pleasure of staying in this home for a week and we wish it was much longer. Patrick is an exceptional host. From pre vacation communication and questions, to setting up our airport transfer, drivers for the week, excursions He is nothing but accommodating. I wouldn’t hesitate to ..."
Reviewed on May 5, 2026

Hideaway Rio Celeste
"Everything was top notch! Gorgeous grounds, incredible hospitality, great full breakfast, comfortable casitas and super fun excursions! I can't say enough about Hideaway and recommend it 100%!"
Reviewed on May 13, 2026

Celeste Mountain Lodge
"This is a wonderful location near the national park. If you are wanting to hike the waterfall trail in the national park, it is only about a 5-10 minute drive from this hotel. The hotel is unique in its design and location. It is nestled into the natural surroundings, and the grounds are lovely. ..."
Reviewed on May 7, 2026

Vida Aventura Ranch
"Everything was really nice and clean, good WiFi, cute dogs, and Connie was very welcoming. We were only not used to the noise of the windmills nearby. And we really enjoyed the 20-30 minutes walk on the ranch owned trail while sunset."
Reviewed on May 15, 2026

Posada Río Celeste La Amistad
"Gerardina y Rose con su amabilidad le dan calor al lugar. Por el precio acordado obtuvimos un buen lugar, tranquilo, con lo necesario. Muy cerca del Parque. El desayuno y el almuerzo muy buenos. Nuestro único inconveniente, (que al final no está en sus manos), fue mala conexión al WiFi. Por lo demás, ..."
Reviewed on May 3, 2026

Blue River Resort & Hot Springs
"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at blue River. The rooms were huge and super clean. We really appreciated the coffee maker every morning. We did the zip line tour with blue River and it was great. The spa pools were very relaxing with tables and chairs at each of them. there were no surprises with ..."
Reviewed on May 10, 2026

Rinconcito Lodge
"Beautiful property in a remote location, with amazing staff. Great restaurant and beautiful well maintained grounds with even beer stocked in the fridge."
Reviewed on Apr 29, 2026

Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm
"The farm was so charming—including the goats and pigs! It felt secluded, safe, and had an excellent view of the farm and lake. The staff were sweet and attentive and the food was amazingly tasty."
Reviewed on May 7, 2026

Thermomania
"The room was ok, average. Staff is ok, condition of the place average. But (a great but) the place is exactly at the front of a cow dairy installation. The terrible smell is undescriptible. Day and night. If you are sensible to smells, not good."
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025
Upala Hotel & Travel Guide\n
You'll be able to seek out 16 places to rest your head within a 19 miles (30 kilometers) drive of Upala via Travelocity's easy-to-use Costa Rica accommodation database.
The nearest Travelocity-listed accommodation is the Celeste Mountain Lodge, Costa Rica, which is situated 13 miles (21 kilometers) from the downtown precinct of Upala. Or instead, why don't you look into the Hotel Rio Celeste Hideaway, located in Costa Rica, which is 14 miles (22 kilometers) outside of the city center.
The Natural Lodge Caño Negro is 16 miles (25 kilometers) away from the town center of Upala. Another place to stay is the La Anita Rainforest Ranch, which is positioned 15 miles (25 kilometers) away. Two more options close by are the Casitas Tenorio B&B along with the Heliconias Lodge and Rainforest.
When you have got to know Upala, set out to unveil the many other delights of the Northern Plains area. Check out Northern Plains's traditional villages, craft workshops and open-air markets and don't forget to photograph its forests, lakes and active volcanos. Common activities in this particular area of Costa Rica include hiking and shore fishing.
60 miles (93 kilometers) to the southeast of Upala, you'll find Aguas Zarcas, which is home to Aguas Zarcas Church and Aquas Zarcas Square. When you want to spend a night or two in Aguas Zarcas, check out the rooms at the Hotel El Tucano Resort & Thermal Spa and Termales del Bosque. Alternatively, you could consider staying at El Castillo, 40 miles (61 kilometers) southeast of Upala, where you'll find the Arenal Vista Lodge and Hotel Castillo del Arenal. If you're staying in El Castillo, make sure you visit the Butterfly Conservatory and Costa Rica Sky Adventures.
Before saying your farewells to Northern Plains, be sure you get to see a thrilling game. Get to Tronadora Arena, found to the south of Upala. Visitors who are interested in finding accommodation not too far away, book in the Hotel Puerto San Luis or Hotel Cielo Azul Resort.
Daniel Oduber International Airport is situated 40 miles (66 kilometers) away from the middle of Upala. Wise visitors who hope to stay close by can look into a night via Travelocity at the Hilton Garden Inn Liberia Airport or Hotel Rincon del Llano.
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Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge
"The best stay we stayed at in CR! We stayed at 8 different stays and this was the best one. Their dinner cooked on stovefire, their welcome snacks and chocolate, cacao tour and just living on the farm was incredible"
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