La Fortuna

La Fortuna is the name of a small city located in San Carlos, in the province of Alajuela. The city is Spanish for 'The Fortune', and appropriately named due to its abundant supply of tourist attractions and extremely fertile lands. It is centered on a beautiful park with colorful gardens and a large church. The main star, Arenal Volcano, provides a beautiful backdrop, and you can see it from almost every vantage point. The streets surrounding the central park offer several restaurants, hotels, and shops and offers a social vibe with convenience. More hotels are on the road leading to the volcano and Lake Arenal. Around town, you'll find locals going about their daily lives. Staying in La Fortuna offers a plethora of activities to enjoy, as well as wildlife and nature.

La Fortuna (Surroundings)

The area around La Fortuna beautifully combines natural beauty, adventure, and relaxation. Here, travelers can choose from luxury resorts, charming boutique hotels, and affordable budget stays to suit every style. Many upscale resorts feature breathtaking volcano views and private hot springs, while hotels located just outside of town, in peaceful areas like El Castillo or La Palma, offer a more immersive rainforest experience, often surrounded by wildlife.

La Fortuna is world-renowned for its natural thermal hot springs, heated by the nearby Arenal Volcano. Many hotels have their own thermal pools, while several public hot spring resorts allow visitors to soak in warm, mineral-rich waters amid lush tropical scenery, the perfect way to unwind after a day of adventure.

Hot Springs Resorts Corridor

Set in the rainforest, the hot springs provide a perfect combination of quantity, warmth, and low mineral content. Whether you are seeking a romantic otherworldly experience in the Costa Rican rainforest or are looking to explore the natural beauty, the hot springs resort corridor will leave everlasting memories. Tourist sites include Tabacon Hot Springs, Titoku Hot Springs, Arenal Natura Ecological Park, Eco-Termales Hot Springs, and Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge. Activities include white-water rafting in Sarapiqui River, rappelling along waterfalls, or zip-lining above the treetops in one of several canopy tours.