Muelle San Carlos accommodation from NZ$269

The Casa Luna Hotel & Spa is 20 kilometres away from the main part of Muelle San Carlos. Another accommodation option is the Hostel Rio Danta, which is located 20 kilometres away. You could also choose to book a room at the Regina Hotel or the Hotel La Fortuna.

Don't head off without checking out what is on offer in the rest of the region. Take a gander at the traditional villages, craft workshops and open-air markets in Northern Plains. Visitors could also make the time to enjoy its forests, lakes and active volcanos. Popular pastimes in this part of Costa Rica include hiking and shore fishing.

Kick back and spend the day checking out the Baldi Hot Springs, La Fortuna Waterfall and Los Lagos Hot Springs, which you'll find in Fortuna, 25 kilometres to the west of Muelle San Carlos. Should you wish to spend a few nights in Fortuna, check out the room rates at the Hotel Magic Mountain and Aparthotel Tierra del Fuego. 30 kilometres to the west of Muelle San Carlos, you'll also find El Castillo, home to the Arenal Vista Lodge and Arenal Observatory Lodge & Spa. While in El Castillo, you might like to visit the Butterfly Conservatory and Costa Rica Sky Adventures.

If sport gives you a buzz, head to Saprissa Stadium, which is 70 kilometres to the southeast of Muelle San Carlos. Sports fans wishing to find a room or apartment close by can choose from the Hotel Bougainvillea or the Isla Los Angeles Costa Rica.

Situated 60 kilometres away from Muelle San Carlos is Juan Santamaria International Airport. Stay nearby at the Hampton Inn and Suites San Jose Airport or the Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport.