Arenal




The charming town of La Fortuna is a perfect getaway for families, couples, and friends who are wildlife enthusiasts, however, you can also do adventure activities such as biking, kayaking, hiking, and others.

What to do in Arenal?
Arenal is like Paradise on earth. There are so many things to do here. If you are the outdoor activities type of person this could be the perfect destination to come with your partner, family or friends. Enjoy the hiking trails, hanging bridges, kayaking, rafting, ziplining in the Arenal tropical forest. You can also relax soaking in hot springs, ride a horse, biking around the volcano area and many other fun and safe activities in Arenal.
Best tours in Arenal:
- Arenal Volcano
- La Fortuna Waterfall
- Arenal Hot springs
- Arenal Hanging bridges
- Arenal Canopy
- Water sports in Arenal Lake
- Tour to Cinco Seibas
- Celeste River Hiking

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Where to stay in Arenal?
There is a wide variety of hotels in Arenal for all types of travelers and budgets, from quaint bed & breakfast all the way up to world class hotels. All of them surrounded by lush gardens and panoramic views of the volcano.


Best hotels in Arenal: 
- Los Lagos Resort & 
Spa 
- El Silencio Lodge
- Tabacón Resort & Spa
- Arenal History Inn
- Arenal Springs Resort & Spa


What to eat in Arenal?
The Arenal region food is considered the most authentic Costa Rican type. With the freshest ingredients and exquisitely combined to create the most exotic flavors.

Traditional food in Arenal:
- Gallo Pinto. Breakfast dish with beans and rice
- Casado. Meat, rice, beans, picadillo, fried plantains, salad
- Olla de carne. Hearty soup with vegetables and meat
- Empanada. Stuffed with cheese, meat, or beans
- Chifrijo. White rice, red beans and fried pork

Where to eat in Arenal?
Arenal is like a Paradise, for that reason, many of the restaurants are outdoors. There you will find cheap restaurants, as well as those that are elegant, but in all of them you will taste the best traditional Costa Rican food in the region.

Best restaurants in Arenal:
- Fortuneño Chicken (Traditional wood-fired cuisine)
- Bar/Restaurant La Nene´s (Seafood, Costa Rican, Latin and International Food)
- Nanku (Costa Rican Latin Food)
 -Restaurant Cafe Pizza Mediterranea (Italian food)
- Don Rufino (Costa Rican, Latin, Contemporary and International Food)
- Restaurant La Caribeña (Seafood, Costa Rican, Latin and International Food)
- Pizzeria La Cava (Italian food)