El Castillo Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Scenic view of colorful houses and fortress of El Castillo village along the San Juan river in Nicaragua
Keep you're head up when hiking in the jungle near the Arenal Volcano! You want to see the vipers hanging from the trees, but you can also see the symbiotic relationship that happens here in the jungle. Never miss out on an #adventure!
One of the best parts about the #adventure to Costa Rica and staying in an eco Lodge was learning about the history of the land, and the use of living fence posts!
Chateau Arenal

Chateau Arenal

3 out of 5
El Castillo Peñas Blancas Alajuela
Stay at this hotel in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (92 reviews)
Great stay.

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

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Chateau Arenal
Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga

Essence Arenal Spa & Yoga

3 out of 5
1 Km Sur Escuela del Castillo Peñas Blancas
The price is Rp1.184.960 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
Rp1.184.960
Rp1.339.005 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostal in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and Arenal ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (51 reviews)
Loved it, quiet, remote, eco friendly, it was fabulous!

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

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Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

3.5 out of 5
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! (1,392 reviews)
I loved the set up of the hotel. It was quaint enough to feel small and intimate yet it was a really large property with two cold poles with two slides for the kids, which was super fun. The variety of hot spring pools was really fun to go and test out and move around. The rooms were really nice ...

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

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Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
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Arenal cautiva

Arenal cautiva

2.5 out of 5
Barrio millon calle doctor El Castillo Provincia de Alajuela
Stay at this apartment in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a garden. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and Arenal Volcano are ...
Arenal cautiva
Villas Jawara

Villas Jawara

4 out of 5
Fortuna de San Carlos La Fortuna Alajuela
Stay at this villa in La Fortuna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and Los Lagos Hot Springs ...
10/10 Exceptional! (57 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

Villas Jawara
Cabañas del Lago

Cabañas del Lago

3 out of 5
702 Peñas Blancas Alajuela
Stay at this cabin in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (77 reviews)
The owner Roy was super helpful and had a big heart. We were hit by a motorcycle at the entrance of the hotel in a dark night. Roy stayed with all night to calm us down, handle the issue as translator, as coordinator guiding us through the whole process and brought us to the police station to report. ...

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

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Popular places to visit

Butterfly Conservatory

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.

Butterfly Conservatory

La Altura Viewpoint

You can find out about the history of Peñas Blancas with a visit to La Altura Viewpoint. Discover the hot springs in this relaxing area or seek out the hiking trails.

La Altura Viewpoint

Things to do

Night Tour in Monteverde

Monteverde Night Tour: Glass Frogs, lateralis, Sloths & Jungle

Rp639.312
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Monteverde Night Tour: Glass Frogs, lateralis, Sloths & Jungle
La Fortuna: North Fields Coffee and Chocolate Tour

La Fortuna: North Fields Coffee and Chocolate Tour

Rp778.550
per adult
La Fortuna: North Fields Coffee and Chocolate Tour
Rafting Class 2/3

White Water Rafting Class II and III

Rp1.093.560
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
White Water Rafting Class II and III
Sloths Watching Tour through Sloth's Territory

Sloths Watching Tour through Sloth's Territory

Rp841.200
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Sloths Watching Tour through Sloth's Territory
La Fortuna: Waterfall, Arenal Volcano and Hot Springs Tour

La Fortuna: Waterfall, Arenal Volcano and Hot Springs Tour

Rp1.665.576
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
La Fortuna: Waterfall, Arenal Volcano and Hot Springs Tour
Sky Adventures Park Unmatched Zipline Course & Aerial Tram @ Arenal

Sky Adventures Park Zipline Course and Aerial Tram in Arenal Park

Rp1.860.734
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sky Adventures Park Zipline Course and Aerial Tram in Arenal Park
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