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Holiday Rentals in Arenal

View from property
Large comfortable villa #1 view of Lake Arenal, close to volcano Arenal
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (88)
"The host, location and views were all great. Perfect for a large family. Will book again the next time we are in the area."
Large comfortable villa #1 view of Lake Arenal, close to volcano Arenal
Property grounds
Simply the best, incredible views,pool,delicious food and a friend in the area.
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (238)
"Five senior women set off on an all-girls adventure and it did not disappoint. Patrick and the "sunset team" were terrific, from the fabulous daily breakfasts to the top notch excursions that were recommended. The only negative thing I would mention is that the house could be challenging for those with disabilities, as you had to step up or down to get from room to room and there was no railing on the stairway up to the second floor. Having said that, we had no issues because we were very...
Simply the best, incredible views,pool,delicious food and a friend in the area.
Property grounds
Private Villa is Paradise with Tropical Gardens & Rain Forest Trail by River
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (69)
"The property is absolutely stunning! There is wildlife galore on the property and you feel like you’re in the middle of the rainforest. We had perfect weather and it was a little cooler but, if it wasn’t, the lack of air conditioning may have been rough! Love love loved this place and so did the whole group. 10/10 would recommend."
Private Villa is Paradise with Tropical Gardens & Rain Forest Trail by River
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Property grounds
4 Luxury Lakeview Villas on 13 acres • Sleeps 25 Pool Hot Tub and AC!
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (109)
"We went for my wife's 40th birthday with multiple families with kids. It was a perfect venue and stay that was closer to the Liberia airport vs Fortuna. We had Tucans on the property, parrots, and plenty of beautiful birds. There is enough distance from each of the villas that gave you some privacy, but close enough to also feel together easily. One issue you can run into in being in the jungle is bugs, but there were no mosquitos or any issues at all staying here, definitely nothing in the...
4 Luxury Lakeview Villas on 13 acres • Sleeps 25 Pool Hot Tub and AC!
View from property
On Lake Arenal - Near La Fortuna Bird Watching Paradise - New Updates in 2023
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (113)
"This place was the perfect past leg of our stay! A little more secluded and peaceful than Fortuna. I higly recommend. With just a couple notes. The portable AC unit isn’t really suffient to cool the house during the day. That being said, if you’re venturing out for day adventures this is perfect! Also, with the area being more secluded, food options are limited especially after dark. The pizza place up the road is great though! So is Gingerbread."
On Lake Arenal - Near La Fortuna Bird Watching Paradise - New Updates in 2023
Aerial view
CRParaiso - Gated, Tranquil and Private. Not just a house; it is a place.
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (68)
"CRParaiso is a gem for nature lovers. The property contains several trails, ponds, groves, while offering a mature forest and open areas. It is full of birds and lends itself to their observation by the most passionate enthusiasts. The main house offers all the comfort and respite desired. Bret is easily reachable and always willing to answer questions and provide sound advice. Not to be missed if you go to the very beautiful region of Nuevo Arenal."
CRParaiso - Gated, Tranquil and Private. Not just a house; it is a place.
Family Cabin, 3 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio
Los Pinos Cabanas y Jardines
3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (345)
"Lovely property and customer service, 10/10 recommend this beautiful cabin location! "
The price is NZ$170
per night
26 May - 27 May
Los Pinos Cabanas y Jardines
Property grounds
Lake Cabin #2. AC / WiFi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3)
"The cabin was in a pretty location on the side of a small lake — but the location doesn't match that on VRBO which states it's in La Fortuna town. It's actually several miles out of town, which was a problem for us since we didn't have a rental car and there's no public transport serving the area. The owner offered us a lift into La Fortuna on our first day, but beyond that we had to keep booking Ubers which also were quite unreliable. The cabin was nice but could do with a bit of upkeep —...
The price is NZ$156
per night
28 May - 29 May
Lake Cabin #2. AC / WiFi
View from property
Chira Glamping Monteverde
3.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (138)
"This is a must do hotel! It is quiet and very well done. It is high end glamping with all the amenities. It even has a kitchen if you want to save a little and enjoy a nice dinner out without the guilt! Would definitely go back and stay 2 nights instead of 1!! "
The price is NZ$813
per night
30 May - 31 May
Chira Glamping Monteverde
Premium bedding, minibar, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Suwa Villa Arenal
4.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (25)
"The staff at Suwa were super helpful in booking tours and just being accommodating overall. Would recommend! "
The price is NZ$189
per night
29 May - 30 May
Suwa Villa Arenal
Front of property
Cabañas Rio Escondido
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (19)
"Our room overlooked the river. We had fireflys at night, chamelions in the day and real peace and quiet. There is everythng you could need pools fed by the river, trails through the grounds, kitchens barbeques all in good condition. Easy to get to on a good road and close enough to town. "
The price is NZ$97
per night
27 May - 28 May
Cabañas Rio Escondido
Garden
Villas Macadamia - Monteverde
3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (42)
"I liked all about this property: nice, cozy, well kept property near the center of the town. Added value: A/C and kid-friendly. I would stay here again!"
The price is NZ$192
per night
27 May - 28 May
Villas Macadamia - Monteverde
Design Studio Suite | Private kitchen
Almendros Eco-Villas
3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4)
"Very nice little apartments with all of the amenities, and at low price for what you are getting."
The price is NZ$61
per night
27 May - 28 May
Almendros Eco-Villas
Honeymoon Villa, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Terrace/patio
Villas Jawara
4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15)
"Beautiful and clean. Lovely setting and good communication. No issues at all. "
The price is NZ$545
per night
31 May - 1 Jun
Villas Jawara
Terrace/patio
Casas del Toro Monteverde
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (107)
"The garden was very beautiful and we'll maintained. Very friendly staff. The beds were very comfortable. Would recommend and hope to return."
The price is NZ$177
per night
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Casas del Toro Monteverde
Property grounds
Equipped and cozy place! Perfect to relax and rest!<br><br>(Lugar equipado y acogedor)
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (28)
"My husband and I really enjoyed our time at the relax house. It was the first place we stayed in after arriving in Costa Rica, and with the quaint little neighborhood and locked gates to the neighborhood and the house, we felt completely safe and comfortable. It is such a cute place and looks exactly as pictured and described in the listing. It did end up being just a little bit farther from town then I thought it was going to be, but we ended up liking the location even better than staying...
The price is NZ$161
per night
28 May - 29 May
Equipped and cozy place! Perfect to relax and rest!<br><br>(Lugar equipado y acogedor)
Aerial view
Casa Colibrí La Fortuna, San Carlos
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (84)
"My phone didn't work even though I contacted my service. So we had a hard time contacting the host. But when we got there it was everything we had hoped for and more . It was so beautiful and peaceful. We can't wait to go back some day"
Casa Colibrí La Fortuna, San Carlos
Outdoor pool
Villa Marcela - Families & Friends Gateway
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (47)
"Stayed here with a group of 8 adults. Great location that was a quick drive to town and a short trip to most popular locations in the area. Gated property that felt safe the entire time we were there."
Villa Marcela - Families & Friends Gateway
Property grounds
Air conditioning, free WiFi, pool, barbecue. 1 km from the center of La Fortuna.
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (62)
"We wished we had stayed longer. This is a wonderful property, well maintained and the owners are close by. The back yard is beautifully landscaped and offers a full view of the volcano covered deck area and a small pool to cool off in. Beds are comfortable and the house offers everything you could need. La Fortuna is a hidden gem. I have been to CR over 40 times and never made it here. Great restaurants and activities and a wonderful place to relax when the day is over. Highly recomended."
Air conditioning, free WiFi, pool, barbecue. 1 km from the center of La Fortuna.
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, blender
Villa Arthur La Fortuna
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (10)
"We loved our view of the volcano from the backyard and all the outdoor living. I could sit by the pool and watch the hummingbirds in the morning. The separate bedrooms were great for our family situation. The road the house is on is gravel but it is close to town. We did not use the washer/ dryer or 1/2 bath. There was a code for the front door so we didn't have to carry our keys when we went on our excursions. All the bedrooms have separate keys because they all have outdoor access. The owner...
Villa Arthur La Fortuna
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2 outdoor pools, pool loungers
La Mansion Inn Arenal
3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (405)
"This was a wonderful stay. The view was spectacular. We sat on the porch every morning and evening to enjoy the birds. FYI, there are lots of bugs- I would recommend bug spray. The staff is perfect. "
The price is NZ$231
per night
31 May - 1 Jun
La Mansion Inn Arenal
Property grounds
Simply the best, incredible views,pool,delicious food and a friend in the area.
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (238)
"Five senior women set off on an all-girls adventure and it did not disappoint. Patrick and the "sunset team" were terrific, from the fabulous daily breakfasts to the top notch excursions that were recommended. The only negative thing I would mention is that the house could be challenging for those with disabilities, as you had to step up or down to get from room to room and there was no railing on the stairway up to the second floor. Having said that, we had no issues because we were very...
Simply the best, incredible views,pool,delicious food and a friend in the area.
Property grounds
Private Villa is Paradise with Tropical Gardens & Rain Forest Trail by River
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (69)
"The property is absolutely stunning! There is wildlife galore on the property and you feel like you’re in the middle of the rainforest. We had perfect weather and it was a little cooler but, if it wasn’t, the lack of air conditioning may have been rough! Love love loved this place and so did the whole group. 10/10 would recommend."
Private Villa is Paradise with Tropical Gardens & Rain Forest Trail by River
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.

You always said you would go on a dream holiday someday. Now, someday is here. But you don’t just want to dip your toe into the trip of a lifetime, you want to cannonball into the deep end. Go ahead, unplug and unwind in style. When you book one of our Arenal holiday rentals, the ordinary is in the rearview. Instead of sharing your vacation with hundreds of hotel guests, you get to take advantage of all the space at your private apartment. You also get to enjoy all the amenities of a private residence for a truly unique and memorable stay. Why don’t you take off your shoes and settle in for a while? Your holiday just got upgraded.

As much as you love your vacation rental, it’s always good to get out and explore to soak up Arenal. Live like a local: Eat regional food, cheer on the home team, and visit the best cultural attractions in town. No matter the season, there is always something going on in Arenal. Seeing all the best attractions is bound to make you fall in love with Arenal. Who knows, you may even be tempted to extend your stay. There’s a reason home rentals are so popular here—after a long day of exploration, going back to your very own living room to stretch out is a dream come true. 

It’s your escape so why share it? You deserve your own slice of paradise. Booking your holiday rental on Expedia is simple and safe. Just pick your dates to search for the perfect property and book securely. We let you contact the property owner directly to make any special arrangements. All that’s left to do is show up with bells on and have a memorable vacation. With all the amenities available in Arenal short-term rentals, that won’t be hard to do.

Frequently asked questions

Can I find a holiday rental in Arenal?

Yes, there are holiday rentals close to the most popular sights in Arenal, or you can select a more secluded option if you're looking for a relaxing stay. Nature enthusiasts will enjoy the rainforest and hot springs in Arenal. Make sure you allow time to enjoy the mountain landscape during your holiday.

How many holiday rentals are there in Arenal?

With 32 Expedia holiday rentals, you're guaranteed to find just the right place for your Arenal stay.

What can I see and do in Arenal?

Lake Arenal and Tenorio Volcano National Park are a couple of lovely local spots to get outside and enjoy nature. Arenal Volcano National Park and Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park are a couple of places you'll find in the wider area.

What are holiday rentals like in Arenal?

Holiday rentals are privately owned properties you can book for a few days, or a quick weekend, in Arenal. Holiday rentals offer amenities such as laundry facilities and kitchens so you'll have all the comforts of home. If you're concerned about a sanitised environment, holiday rentals can offer a sense of seclusion away from shared hotel lifts and lobbies bustling with people while still allowing you the excitement and enjoyment of travel. You'll also have more space in a holiday rental than in a hotel, which makes a holiday rental a great option for a family trip.

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