El Castillo Holidays
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Your El Castillo Holiday
With one of our holiday packages to El Castillo, you'll discover endless opportunities for excitement and adventure. There's so much to enjoy, including its rich history and spectacular views. There's plenty to explore during your trip to El Castillo, including Butterfly Conservatory and Arenal Eco Zoo. Don't delay your visit to this destination any longer. Your perfect El Castillo holiday is just a few clicks away with Expedia.
El Castillo Holiday
El Castillo Essential Information
Language | Spanish |
|---|---|
Currency | Costa Rican colóns |
Local Welcome | ¡Hola! |
Local Goodbye | Adiós |
Max Temp Winter | 27ºC |
Max Temp Summer | 29ºC |
Top Sights | Butterfly Conservatory and Arenal Eco Zoo |
Our pick of the best El Castillo Hotel Deals
Chateau Arenal
El Castillo Peñas Blancas Alajuela
AU$125
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (119 reviews)
"Amazing location 30min from La Fortuna, beautiful quiet place in the jungle, amazing to rest in hot tub in the late afternoon with light drizzle coming down and surrounded by nature. Excellent restaurant and friendly staff."
Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa
13 Km Oeste del Centro La Fortuna Alajuela
AU$588
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Thermals were great. Transport and people amazing"
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
6 km oeste del Parque Central La Fortuna
AU$221
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,594 reviews)
"Family friendly, great Springs for children. Excelent volcano view."
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026
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.
Stay near popular El Castillo attractions
Butterfly Conservatory
8.8/10 (98 reviews)
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.
What to do in El Castillo
La Fortuna: Waterfall, Arenal Volcano and Hot Springs Tour
AU$146
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Arenal Volcano ATV Guided Experience in La Fortuna
AU$166
per traveller
94% of travellers recommend
Frequently asked questions
How much does an El Castillo holiday package cost?
Offering excellent value package deals on Expedia, you'll be surprised at how little a holiday to El Castillo costs! Our packages make travel planning easier and save you more.
What are the cheapest months to go to El Castillo?
The off-season is the best time to visit El Castillo if you're trying to keep costs down. Another tip for finding cheap El Castillo holiday packages? Try to avoid visiting during public holidays and any major festivals.
How many days is enough for El Castillo?
The ideal length for your El Castillo holiday depends on what you'd like to do and see. Typically, a handful of days to a week will give you enough time to visit all the major sights and explore some hidden spots along the way.
How to find the best El Castillo package deals?
Bagging a cheap El Castillo package deal is a breeze with Expedia. After you've entered your destination and travel dates under our "Packages" tab, set your maximum budget, apply a few filters and browse what's available. You can personalise your search by "Amenities," "Property type," "Traveller experience" and more. Order the results by "Price: low to high" to view the most economical El Castillo package deals. Want a simple trick to get even more savings? Be flexible with your departure dates and consider going away on a weekday, when prices are generally lower.
Is it cheaper to book an El Castillo holiday as a package?
An Expedia holiday package could land you great savings when compared to arranging hotels and flights separately. Better still, you can personalise your El Castillo trip to fit your exact needs. Pick your preferred flight time, select the hotel type and add a rental car. Check out our great deals to see how much you can save.
When to book a holiday package to El Castillo?
If you're considering a spontaneous El Castillo holiday, browse our last-minute deals that can be booked up to one week before you take off. Prefer not to wait until the last minute? You can find terrific deals on your hotels and flights by booking ahead.
How to plan a trip to El Castillo?
- Choose your travel dates: The things you want to do in El Castillo and your preferred season will help you decide when to go.
- Plan your budget wisely: On top of the price of your accommodation, you'll need to consider other expenses too. These include flights, food and transportation. Also, put aside a little extra for unexpected costs that may crop up during your trip to El Castillo.
- Work out your trip length: Consider how much time you want to spend exploring El Castillo. Plan your days so you can get to all the attractions and activities you're interested in at a comfortable pace.
- Combine your airfare and accommodation: After you've settled on your travel dates and duration, book the right El Castillo holiday package for you.
* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.
