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Our top choices for Upala hotels

1. Cabinas la Villa

Cabinas la Villa
Upala
AU$98
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Cabinas la Villa

2. Celeste Mountain Lodge

Celeste Mountain Lodge
Bijagua
United States
Louisa
AU$187
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Celeste Mountain Lodge

3. Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge

Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge
Bijagua
United States
Klementina
AU$143
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge

4. Casitas Tenorio B&B

Casitas Tenorio B&B
Bijagua
Canada
Sandra
AU$275
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Casitas Tenorio B&B

5. Mei Tai Cacao Lodge

Mei Tai Cacao Lodge
Bijagua
United States
Maribel
AU$284
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Mei Tai Cacao Lodge

6. Hotel Sueño Real Rio Celeste

Hotel Sueño Real Rio Celeste
Katira
United States
Jeffry
AU$157
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hotel Sueño Real Rio Celeste

7. Malekus Mountain Lodge

Malekus Mountain Lodge
Guayabo
Canada
Jennifer
AU$129
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Malekus Mountain Lodge

8. Yarumo Lodge Río Celeste Black Chalets

Yarumo Lodge Río Celeste Black Chalets
Bijagua
United States
Brian
AU$204
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Yarumo Lodge Río Celeste Black Chalets

9. Blue River Resort & Hot Springs

Blue River Resort & Hot Springs
Guayabo
United States
Joseph
AU$207
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Blue River Resort & Hot Springs

10. Aves de Tierras Altas

Aves de Tierras Altas
Bijagua
AU$242
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Aves de Tierras Altas

11. Hotel Finca L’Étoile Celeste

Hotel Finca L’Étoile Celeste
Katira
United States
Joshua Jon
AU$185
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Hotel Finca L’Étoile Celeste

12. Hideaway Rio Celeste

Hideaway Rio Celeste
Katira
United States
Gloriana
AU$424
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hideaway Rio Celeste

13. Bungalows Paraíso Celeste

Bungalows Paraíso Celeste
Bijagua
Canada
Leila
AU$229
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Bungalows Paraíso Celeste

14. Rio Nino Lodge

Rio Nino Lodge
San José
AU$165
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Rio Nino Lodge

15. Rinconcito Lodge

Rinconcito Lodge
Mogote de Bagaces
United States
Bryan
AU$179
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Rinconcito Lodge

16. Posada Río Celeste La Amistad

Posada Río Celeste La Amistad
Katira
Canada
Milad khataei
AU$76
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Posada Río Celeste La Amistad

17. Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm

Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm
Santa Rosa
United States
PANKAJ
AU$129
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm

18. Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste

Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste
Bijagua
Canada
Catalin
AU$69
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste

19. Hotel Rio Celeste Dreams

Hotel Rio Celeste Dreams
Bijagua
United States
Anonymous traveller
AU$80
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Hotel Rio Celeste Dreams

20. La Anita Rainforest Ranch

La Anita Rainforest Ranch
Guayabo
United States
Kathryn
AU$146
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
La Anita Rainforest Ranch
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Upala Central Park

10.0/10 (2 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Upala Central Park, a lovely green space in Upala. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
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Lush rainforests surround this gateway town to Tenorio Volcano National Park, where you'll discover the stunning Rio Celeste waterfall. Explore local markets for handcrafted souvenirs, then ask rangers about guided tours to nearby Caño Negro Wildlife Refuge for exceptional wildlife viewing.

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Top Upala Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Upala

Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge

Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"A hidden gem in guanacaste province! By far my favorite place, from the warm welcome, to the well-thought out layout of our cabin, to the excellent service all around! The place is clean, safe, well maintained, easy to navigate even for our young kids, who felt right at home. Upon arrival, we were welcomed with a chocolate drink and a tasting of various locally crafted cacao products. The breakfast, traditional costa rican, is made fresh every morning, with coffee/tea/hot chocolate included! Dinner in 2026 is 18 USD per adult and 12 USD per child. Well worth it even if it's slightly pricier than local sodas: it's a genuine farm-to-table experience, includes a fresh fruit juice and dessert. We did the included cacao tour (and learned so much!) as well as the paid chocolate workshop (so much fun, and you get to take home 3 tablets of personalized chocolate per person! In 2026, it was 120 USD for our family of four). And what to say about the staff! Friendly, kind, and super patient with the children :) The included spa is gorgeous; we felt like we were right in paradise on earth! Yoga mats, hot bath, cold bath, showers, all in the middle of a gorgeous tropical setting! An ecologically friendly place; they recycle, they promote responsable handling of nature, and, the cacao farm is sustainably managed and organic!"
Ran 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge
Rio Celeste Jungle Glamping

Rio Celeste Jungle Glamping

10/10 Excellent
"This is the best spot to experience nature. I really liked the concept of this jungle glamping. The domes were well maintained. The hosts were really accommodating. I will definitely recommend this place! 5 stars!"
Anna Christina 2-night trip
Posted 12 days ago
Rio Celeste Jungle Glamping
Simply the best, incredible views, pool, breakfast and a friend in the area!

Simply the best, incredible views, pool, breakfast and a friend in the area!

10/10 Excellent
"We’ve stayed at many properties, but Patrick is undoubtedly the best host we’ve ever had. Hospitable, knowledgeable, responsive, friendly. The property was perfect for our party of 5. We did breakfast 2 days, which was great. And the toucan off the porch MADE the visit. Tons of birds around. Lovely stay!"
Kate b. 3-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Simply the best, incredible views, pool, breakfast and a friend in the area!
Destino Hotel & Hot Spring

Destino Hotel & Hot Spring

8/10 Good
"Suite deluxe propre, accueil chaleureuse, ambiance détente et excellente vue sur les montagnes/volcans. Resto de pizza/pâtes excellent. Plusieurs activités sur place incluse !!"
Joannie 1-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Destino Hotel & Hot Spring
Blue River Resort & Hot Springs

Blue River Resort & Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent
"Loved everything about the property lush, tropical, sounds of birds and animals. Just what everyone needs to relax."
Joseph 5-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Blue River Resort & Hot Springs
Malekus Mountain Lodge

Malekus Mountain Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Absolutely magical. Pictures do not do Malekus Mountain Lodge justice - it's truly so special and lovely, a work of art not just a place to stay. Roger and Rosey were kind, attentive hosts. The location was beautiful. We had wonderful breakfasts on site and a fantastic dinner just 600 meters away. With only 7 rooms and an intimate feel, this would be a perfect place for a family reunion, small destination wedding, or friends trip. Do know going in that the rooms are small and intimate, and there is no air-conditioning. However, the climate was temperate and the rooms and lodge are well-suited and comfortable. We loved everything about our stay - except for that we didn't get to stay longer! Already hoping to come again!!"
Shannon 2-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Malekus Mountain Lodge
On Lake Arenal - Near La Fortuna - New Pool and Deck August 2024 - Bird Watching

On Lake Arenal - Near La Fortuna - New Pool and Deck August 2024 - Bird Watching

10/10 Excellent
"The property was absolutely lovely. Very clean throughout, very spacious but still cosy, was easy to find and the views outside were just incredible. It’s also a great location for having a variety of great sightseeing and dining options to drive to, with some of the restaurants even within walking distance. If staying here, you have to do the short drive to Casa Italia for dinner - best Italian food we’ve ever had. Highly recommend!"
Jeffery P. 4-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
On Lake Arenal - Near La Fortuna - New Pool and Deck August 2024 - Bird Watching
Thermomania

Thermomania

8/10 Good
"Un lugar amplio para disfrutar de diferentes piscinas "
Lidia 1-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
Thermomania
Vida Aventura Ranch

Vida Aventura Ranch

10/10 Excellent
"We really enjoyed our stay! Jorge made sure we had a pleasant stay and the staff was really nice. The unit we had was basic but clean, of a good size and well equipped. The breakfast was excellent (you can choose from 3 options) and we also had dinner there twice (there is nothing around), which was also good and well priced. We enjoyed the walking trails. It was a very relaxing stay. Note that the road to get to the ranch is bad so you need a 4x4. Even though it was remote, it was a great base to visit Rincon de la Vieja. We are very happy with our stay overall."
isabelle 2-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
Vida Aventura Ranch

More cheap accommodation in Upala

Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste

Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste

300m North Palí Bijagua Alajuela
AU$69
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (34 reviews)
Kakao Lodge & Garden Río Celeste
Posada Río Celeste La Amistad

Posada Río Celeste La Amistad

1 mile from the entrance to the Katira Alajuela
AU$76
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Posada Río Celeste La Amistad
Santa Maria Volcano Lodge

Santa Maria Volcano Lodge

Colonia Blanca Guayabo
AU$93
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
9.6/10 Exceptional! (99 reviews)
Santa Maria Volcano Lodge
Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge

Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge

Cam. viejo al Pilón Bijagua Provincia de Alajuela
AU$143
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
10/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
Finca Amistad Cacao Lodge
Cataratas Bijagua Lodge

Cataratas Bijagua Lodge

Bijagua Bijagua Alajuela
AU$154
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Cataratas Bijagua Lodge
Destino Hotel & Hot Spring

Destino Hotel & Hot Spring

La Fortuna de Bagaces Fortuna Provincia de Guanacaste
AU$163
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (25 reviews)
Destino Hotel & Hot Spring

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Upala?
The best area to stay in Upala is near the town centre, particularly along Route 4, for convenience and access to local amenities.This area is the main hub of Upala, offering a practical base for exploring the region. You'll find a selection of local eateries, shops, and essential services along this main thoroughfare. It's a functional area, designed for easy navigation and access to the surrounding natural attractions.For families, staying in or very close to the town centre is a sensible choice. You'll have convenient access to grocery stores, medical facilities, and a variety of dining options, which can be particularly helpful with children. It also serves as a good launchpad for day trips to nearby natural parks and wildlife refuges, reducing travel time to and from your accommodation.Couples looking for a comfortable and well-located base will also appreciate the town centre. It provides a straightforward starting point for exploring the Upala region's natural beauty, such as the Tenorio Volcano National Park, without being isolated.
When is the best time to go to Upala?
The best time to visit Upala is during the dry season, which runs from December to April.During these months, you'll experience more sunshine and less rain, making it ideal for exploring the region's natural attractions. The weather is generally warm and pleasant, great for outdoor activities like hiking and wildlife spotting.While the dry season is popular, the shoulder months of May and November can also be a good option. You might encounter some rain, but it's typically not constant, and you'll often find fewer crowds and potentially better value on accommodation.The rainy season, from May to November, sees heavier and more frequent rainfall. While the landscapes are lush and green, some roads might be less accessible, and outdoor plans could be disrupted by showers.
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