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Your Northern Plains Holiday

When adventure calls, answer it with a customised holiday package to Northern Plains. Wherever your travels lead and whatever your plans are, prepare to discover a destination with so much to offer. Kick off your trip to Northern Plains with a couple of days in La Fortuna visiting popular attractions like Arenal Volcano and Tabacon Hot Springs. Bijagua is another city that lures crowds from all over. Tenorio Volcano National Park and Rio Celeste Waterfall are two of the leading places to see in this destination. When it's time to stop daydreaming and start doing, Expedia will help turn your Northern Plains holiday into reality.

Our guide on where to stay in Northern Plains

Find the best Northern Plains areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Northern Plains
Barrio Pilo

Barrio Pilo

While Barrio Pilo isn't home to many top sights, Puentes Colgantes del Arenal and Costa Rica Chocolate Tour are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Northern Plains Holiday

Northern Plains Essential Information

Language
Spanish
Currency
Costa Rican colóns
Local Welcome
¡Hola!
Local Goodbye
Adiós
Closest Airport
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)
Top Sights
Arenal Volcano National Park, Tabacon Hot Springs and Arenal Volcano

Our pick of the best Northern Plains Hotel Deals

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

3.5 out of 5
6 km oeste del Parque Central La Fortuna
The price is AU$219 per night from 3 May to 4 May
AU$219
3 May - 4 May
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,408 reviews)
excellent pools, great upkeep. amazing breakfast

Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

4 out of 5
7 Km West From La Fortuna La Fortuna Alajuela
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$257 per night from 7 May to 8 May
AU$257
7 May - 8 May
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
Absolutely wonderful place with all the amenities an older adult needs! Very responsive and polite despite all our...figure it out as you go...errors. They made booking easy, tips were included in the food bill, gardens were amazing and grounds keepers were always busy!!! Would love to come ...

Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

4.5 out of 5
13 Km Oeste del Centro La Fortuna Alajuela
The price is AU$843 per night from 13 May to 14 May
AU$843
13 May - 14 May
includes taxes & fees
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
No power at electrical outlets in vanity room, no hot water in the morning in shower stall and vanity sinks, no coffee available in the Lobby. Recommend Springs Resort & Spa as their facility has outstanding facilities & services.

Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa
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Beautiful aerial view of the Arenal Volcano, the arenal Lagoon, and rain forest in Costa Rica

Arenal Volcano

Explore the great outdoors at Arenal Volcano and enjoy the volcano viewpoints during your trip to La Fortuna. Wander the lush forest or discover the hot springs in this romantic area.

Arenal Volcano
Tabacon Natural Hot Springs Bridge in La Fortuna, Costa Rica I

Tabacon Hot Springs

Explore the great outdoors at Tabacon Hot Springs and enjoy the volcano viewpoints during your trip to Arenal Hot Springs. Wander the lush forest or discover the hot springs in this romantic area.

Tabacon Hot Springs
Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park

Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park

Enjoy the hot springs and explore Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park, a lovely green space in La Fortuna. Wander the lush forest or discover the volcano viewpoints in this romantic area.

Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park

Frequently asked questions

Can I cancel my flight booking to Northern Plains due to COVID-19?
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What are some of the general tips for travellers to Northern Plains during the COVID-19 outbreak?
Due to the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, travelling now comes with more challenges. Have a read over these helpful tips before jumping on your plane to Northern Plains:
  • Before booking anything, check if any travel restrictions or bans apply — in both your origin and destination. Stay informed with the latest updates by reviewing government travel advisories.
  • You're required to wear a face mask at the airport, including at screening checkpoints. Be ready to lower your mask for ID purposes when asked by a TSA employee.
  • Instead of handing a TSA agent your boarding pass, place it straight on the scanner yourself. After that, hold it up for inspection.
  • You are now allowed to take one container of hand sanitizer up to 12 oz (350 ml) in your carry-on luggage. This will need to be taken out for screening.
  • Place any personal items (e.g, keys, phone and wallet) in your carry-on instead of a bin to minimize handling during screening.
  • If you're bringing food on board, place it in a clear plastic bag and then into a scanning bin. This lessens the likelihood that a TSA officer will need to touch your carry-on bag or food container for inspection.

Which airlines fly to Northern Plains?
Let Costa Rica Green Airways take you there. This renowned carrier offers 243 services every month to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), a Northern Plains gateway.
How can I find cheap tickets to Northern Plains?
You'll always walk away with an amazing deal with Expedia, but our "flexible dates" search function makes it even easier. Enter your preferred flight date, then check the flexible dates box above to see prices for nearby days. was the lowest price for a flight to Northern Plains in the last seven days.
How much is a flight to Northern Plains?
If you were flying one way from (), you could've locked in a low-cost fare for just in the last seven days. Round-trip flights to Northern Plains ranged from only to during this same period.
What are the most popular airports to fly into in Northern Plains?
Start organising your Northern Plains journey by booking a seat on one of the 1449 flights each month to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO). This is the region's primary gateway.
When is the cheapest time to fly to Northern Plains?
Flying on a Tuesday, followed by a Monday, is generally the best way to get the cheapest fare. Steer clear of weekends if you can, because Saturday is typically the costliest day. Spend the cash you saved enjoying yourself in Northern Plains instead!
How much is a plane ticket to Northern Plains?
In the last seven days, flights to Northern Plains varied between and . Prices depend on the time of departure, airline, seating class and when the fare is booked.
Which airlines with flights to Northern Plains employ COVID-19 cleanliness policies?
As passengers and cabin crew take to the skies again, nearly all airlines have introduced physical distancing and other necessary actions to help lessen the spread of COVID-19. Here are just some of them:
  • United Airlines - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant.
  • American Airlines - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant.
  • Copa Airlines - this airline is known for conducting passenger temperature checks and electrostatic cleaning.

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