North Costa RicaGuanacaste and the northern volcanoes, coast to countryside.
Where to stay

Where to Stay

One base or two? How to split nights between beach and volcano.

Updated: November 1, 2026. Schedules, prices and conditions change; always confirm on the booking page.

Brown pelicans over the Pacific surf, Costa Rica
Brown pelicans over the Pacific surf, Costa Rica · Photo: WildPhotography.com
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For a week, many travelers split it between a beach base near Liberia and a few nights inland near Rincón de la Vieja or Arenal. Stays below open on Agoda, where you can check current prices and policies.

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