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Vacation Rentals in El Castillo

Lake Arenal-Stunning views of the lake, volcano and jungle.
Interior

Lake Arenal-Stunning views of the lake, volcano and jungle.

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (105)
"Property was fantastic, beautiful view and garden and pool. Place was well looked after and clean, hosts were great. Town was friendly with decent places to eat. Butterfly sanctuary is a must. Really enjoyed waking up everymorning to the sounds of birds and view of the volcano"
Lake Arenal-Stunning views of the lake, volcano and jungle.
Firefly Retreat. A Hilltop Retreat with Swimming Pool & Great Rainforest Views!!
Pool

Firefly Retreat. A Hilltop Retreat with Swimming Pool & Great Rainforest Views!!

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (16)
"We absolutely loved our stay at this home. The location was perfect- it is far, yet close enough, to the hustle and bustle of La Fortuna. The neighborhood was quiet and homey. Plenty of restaurants and markets within walking distance, so many days we didn’t even leave! We absolutely loved the pool. It was so refreshing and we spent HOURS in it a day. We loved just walking around the neighborhood petting dogs, cats, feeding horses, catching fireflies and talking to locals. We were so sad to leave...
Firefly Retreat. A Hilltop Retreat with Swimming Pool & Great Rainforest Views!!
Hummingbird Suite - Spectacular Views of Arenal Volcano and Lake
Living area

Hummingbird Suite - Spectacular Views of Arenal Volcano and Lake

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7)
"The view is breathtaking, nice village with nice restaurents and mini market, all sites to see are about 15 to 30 min drive. Its way better to stay there than any luxury hotels around. "
The price is CA $111
CA $180 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Hummingbird Suite - Spectacular Views of Arenal Volcano and Lake
Beautiful and Private home in the Heart of the Village with great Volcano views!
Property grounds

Beautiful and Private home in the Heart of the Village with great Volcano views!

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (51)
"There was lots to do within walking distance of the home, otherwise it was a short drive, the butterfly sanctuary was very good and the motorcycle restaurant basically next door was very good as well"
Beautiful and Private home in the Heart of the Village with great Volcano views!
NEW. Papaya Bungalow. Hilltop Bungalow with Spectacular Lake & Volcano Views.
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets

NEW. Papaya Bungalow. Hilltop Bungalow with Spectacular Lake & Volcano Views.

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7)
"This location is fantastic. Check in, communication, check out, everything was as easy as it gets.The Good:The location itself was amazing. The town of El Castillo is, in my opinion a much better choice than La Fortuna. There's almost no traffic, its unique, gorgeous and you get that authentic local feel because there's seemingly few other tourists there. There are no souvenir shops or shops to browse but there are several places to eat breakfast, lunch and dinner and theres great coffee, views...
NEW. Papaya Bungalow. Hilltop Bungalow with Spectacular Lake & Volcano Views.
Wide Luxury Home with Pool & Jacuzzi access & Amazing Volcano and Lake views
Terrace/patio

Wide Luxury Home with Pool & Jacuzzi access & Amazing Volcano and Lake views

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (81)
"We stayed here in 2019 as well. Incredible views of Lake Arenal, volcano and jungle with howler monkeys and beautiful birds. We love the Eagle's Nest for a morning coffee and just to enjoy the view. 30 minutes from La Fortuna and 5 minutes from 3 nice restaurants and markets. Will go back again in the future. "
Wide Luxury Home with Pool & Jacuzzi access & Amazing Volcano and Lake views
Suwa Villa Arenal
Premium bedding, minibar, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suwa Villa Arenal

3.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (62)
"Hidden gem, close proximity to town center and multiple great restaurants. Great host and hospitality, highly recommend, would stay again without hesitation if in La Fortuna."
The price is CA $116
CA $131 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
Suwa Villa Arenal
Los Pinos Cabanas y Jardines
Family Cabin, 3 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio

Los Pinos Cabanas y Jardines

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (384)
"Beautiful property near the Cloud Forest Reserve. It feels secluded but it’s close to everything. Check-in was super easy and the staff was very friendly. The 3 bedroom cabin was cozy and lovely especially the outdoor seating area. Would definitely stay again!"
The price is CA $157
CA $177 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Los Pinos Cabanas y Jardines
TIPS Vacation
Exterior

TIPS Vacation

3.0 star property
TIPS Vacation
Villas Jawara
Honeymoon Villa, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Terrace/patio

Villas Jawara

4.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (39)
"The Tabacon Villa was wonderful. Perfectly appointed with all of the amenities you need for a comfortable stay. The layout, interior design, and beautifully maintained grounds were welcoming, serene and really well done. We really enjoyed the hot tub with views of the Volcano. Perfect for the end of our adventurous days! Communication was also fantastic.The personalized welcome when we arrived was really great. Santiago made sure we knew where everything was located and how everything worked,...
The price is CA $338
CA $382 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 30 - May 1
Villas Jawara
Villas Fortuna Boutique
Villa 5 | Terrace/patio

Villas Fortuna Boutique

4.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (45)
"We stayed in the 2 bedroom apartment at the back of the property on the second floor. The room was updated and clean. Walking distance to restaurants. It is attached to a convenience store for beer, snacks and alcohol. Pool was clean. Also has a whole bar area that you can leverage by the pool. Property can be a little noisy in the morning when everyone is going to work since it is located directly on the main road to La Fortuna."
The price is CA $131
CA $148 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Villas Fortuna Boutique
Green Forest Vacations Homes
Terrace/patio

Green Forest Vacations Homes

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (45)
"What a great place to stay. We travelled with 2 adults and our 17 & 15 year old kids and everyone loved it, and were sad when it was tying to go. The only thing I would change is we stayed in the Monteverde house and the trees about the main suite hit the roof all night when it was windy, but not a big deal at all! Highly recommend!!"
The price is CA $227
CA $257 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 30 - May 1
Green Forest Vacations Homes
Cabañas del Lago
Standard Bungalow, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Lake View

Cabañas del Lago

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (42)
"Cute cittage next to water. Every cabin has a "deck" overlooking water (but water itsel is not that great)"
The price is CA $76
CA $86 total
includes taxes & fees
May 2 - May 3
Cabañas del Lago
Chira Glamping Monteverde
Jetted tub

Chira Glamping Monteverde

3.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (152)
"Great experience!"
The price is CA $675
CA $763 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Chira Glamping Monteverde
Casas del Toro Monteverde
Exterior

Casas del Toro Monteverde

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (127)
"Gorgeous grounds and view. Comfortable beds. Great have a kitchen. The water in the shower was terrible! Suddenly it would be ice cold then suddenly blistering hot. We both hated that, but otherwise the apartment was perfect. The housekeeper was awesome!"
Casas del Toro Monteverde
Cabañas La Pradera
Balcony

Cabañas La Pradera

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (87)
"We had a nice stay in this property. Nice cozy bed, smart TV, kitchen (microwave, 2 ring stove, fridge, sink, pots, pans, cutlery, cutting board, and such), bathroom, and sitting area both inside and outside. What makes this accommodation special is the family thatt run it. Melissa is at the front desk 12 hours a day, and she speaks fluent English and is extremely helpful. I asked her lots of questions about the different things to do in the area and she was happy to answer them, even though...
The price is CA $116
CA $131 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Cabañas La Pradera
5 BR Rainforest Retreat 5 Minutes from Town!
Property grounds

5 BR Rainforest Retreat 5 Minutes from Town!

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (29)
"Plenty of space and gathering spaces for three generations of family. Morning toucans in the tree and hummingbirds were special treats! Very close to many adventures- Catarata, volcano, Baldi Springs. Truly enjoyed our stay!"
5 BR Rainforest Retreat 5 Minutes from Town!
Simply the best, incredible views,pool,delicious food and a friend in the area.
Property grounds

Simply the best, incredible views,pool,delicious food and a friend in the area.

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (269)
"We arrived to breathtaking views of Lake Arenal and the volcano. Over the next couple of days we savored delicious varied breakfasts and a German cuisine inspired dinner that was prepared and customized to accommodate our dietary restrictions. All of us enjoyed visiting the hot tub daily. The library was well utilized during our stay. So many genres of books for our varied interests! We strolled through the gardens, admiring the many tropical plants and flowers and even saw toucans both...
Simply the best, incredible views,pool,delicious food and a friend in the area.
Nayari Villas
Terrace/patio

Nayari Villas

3.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4)
"We stayed in one of the A framed villa. We loved the private plunge pool and all the amenities that were provided at this villa. At the time we stayed there were only seven villas. Very clean and the villa looked to be new. Upstairs in the master suite there is a king sized bed. All the pillows and beds were comfortable and the pull out couch was overall comfy for our son. Big kitchen and refrigerator. There is even a small mini fridge and a sink up stairs in the master bedroom. Tiled showers...
Nayari Villas
Magnalia Vacation Home
Outdoor pool

Magnalia Vacation Home

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (55)
"We really enjoyed our stay at the Magnalia house. The home was very clean, comfortable, and full of light and the kitchen was well appointed for all of our cooking needs. Nela was very responsive and easy to work with and the location felt safe and was just a short drive from downtown La Fortuna. Our only complaint was that there were absolutely no drawers in any of the bedrooms - just a handful of hangers for clothes. If you're someone like me who hates to live out of suitcase, this is a bit...
The price is CA $346
CA $428 total
includes taxes & fees
May 6 - May 7
Magnalia Vacation Home
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.
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Rancho Margot - All meals included
Exterior

Rancho Margot - All meals included

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (36)
"Most visitors stay longer than we did to learn about the permaculture and sustainability ethos or there on a volunteering stint, but we were made to feel very welcome. The staff are friendly, helpful and passionate about their home. Our 2-night stay allowed us to enjoy a morning farm tour and evening twilight walk, hike up to the top of the property to take in the spectacular views of the lake and volcano, afternoon horse riding hack to explore the surrounding areas and relaxing dip in the...
Rancho Margot - All meals included
Chateau Arenal
Basic Double Room

Chateau Arenal

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (67)
"Really enjoyed our stay here. The staff were kind and helpful. Location is lovely, and rooms are super clean. Would absolutely stay here again if we return."
The price is CA $169
CA $191 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Chateau Arenal
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
Indoor pool, 11 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1120)
"What an amazing place! The pictures does not do this place justice! And the hot springs are really hot, not the luke warm pools you find in other place. Drinks and food are very affordable and service is great. Can't go wrong with this resort! "
The price is CA $186
CA $211 total
includes taxes & fees
May 14 - May 15
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
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.

Frequently asked questions

Are there vacation rentals in El Castillo?

Yes, we offer vacation rentals in El Castillo near Butterfly Conservatory, or you can choose a more secluded option if you'd like a relaxing place to stay.

What's the top vacation rental in El Castillo?

Green Forest Vacations Homes: This vacation home rental outside of El Castillo offers an indoor pool, a balcony, and free WiFi to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a stovetop, a microwave, and kitchenware. Make the most of the garden in this rental home to help you unwind. Some other top choices in El Castillo are Hummingbird Suite - Spectacular Views of Arenal Volcano and Lake and Beautiful and Private home in the Heart of the Village with great Volcano views!.

How many vacation rentals are there in El Castillo?

With 17 Expedia vacation rentals, you're sure to find just the right place for your El Castillo stay.

What can I see and do in El Castillo?

Family-friendly attractions include Butterfly Conservatory and Arenal Eco Zoo, whereas Lake Arenal is a spot to enjoy the outdoors. In the larger area, you’ll find Arenal Volcano National Park and Costa Rica Sky Adventures.

What are vacation rentals like in El Castillo?

Vacation rentals are private accommodations you can book for several days or longer in El Castillo. Vacation rentals provide amenities like WiFi and washers and dryers so you'll feel right at home. If you're concerned about a sanitized environment, a vacation rental can offer a sense of security away from public hotel elevators and busy reception areas while still allowing you the experience of travel. You'll also get more space in a vacation rental than in a standard hotel, which is another reason why a vacation rental is a popular choice for a small group gathering.