Nuevo Arenal accommodation from NZ$96

The Casa Luna Hotel & Spa can be found 30 kilometres from the main part of Nuevo Arenal. Another option is the Hostel Rio Danta, which is located 30 kilometres away. Two other places to stay in the Nuevo Arenal area include the Regina Hotel and the Hotel La Fortuna.

Hoping to venture a little further afield? You're in luck! Northern Plains features plenty of other attractions. Spend time at the traditional villages and craft workshops in Northern Plains. Those who love nature should also take the time to check out the region's forests, lakes, active volcanos and caves. More active travellers may also enjoy hiking and shore fishing in this part of Costa Rica.

El Castillo is 20 kilometres to the southeast of Nuevo Arenal and is home to the Butterfly Conservatory and Costa Rica Sky Adventures. El Castillo hotels are the Arenal Vista Lodge and Arenal Observatory Lodge & Spa. Alternatively, you could stay in Fortuna, 25 kilometres to the east of Nuevo Arenal, where you can choose from the Hotel Magic Mountain and Aparthotel Tierra del Fuego. The Baldi Hot Springs, La Fortuna Waterfall and Los Lagos Hot Springs are some of the most popular sites to check out when you're in Fortuna.

If you are flying into or out of Daniel Oduber International Airport and are looking to stay nearby, check out the latest deals at the Hilton Garden Inn Liberia Airport or the Hotel Santa Ana Liberia Airport.