costa rica jungle
Where to stayFour bases match the route: La Fortuna for Arenal, Santa Elena for Monteverde, Manuel Antonio or Quepos for the Pacific, and San Jose for the final night. For vacation rentals, confirm access, parking, air conditioning and the real distance to the bus stop.
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Tabacon Thermal Resort & Spa
Thermal resortlocation_onArenal, 13 km northwest of La Fortuna
It combines lodging with Tabacon's natural thermal river and gardens. The location reduces transfers after Arenal Volcano National Park.
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Cabin in the La Fortuna area
Area searchlocation_onLa Fortuna and El Castillo
Look for a cabin with confirmed access by a regular car and an open Arenal view. Check travel time to town, the final road and late-arrival rules.
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See the 5 best hotels and 5 best Airbnbs in each city — with neighborhoods, safety and why to choose. Included in the Hotels/Airbnb add-on.
boltUnlockEditorial sources: official Tabacon, Senda Monteverde, Parador and Hilton websites. Vacation-rental availability changes by date.
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