Lake Arenal Area
Sightseeing
These are popular attractions in our area that many guests enjoy
Its a close drive about 20 minutes past the town of Tilaran
great hiking to view beautiful waterfalls you can also pack a picnic lunch and swim at the waterfall near the hike down, if you call ahead you can horseback ride as well 506 8383 1178
27 locals recommend
Viento Fresco Waterfall
Its a close drive about 20 minutes past the town of Tilaran
great hiking to view beautiful waterfalls you can also pack a picnic lunch and swim at the waterfall near the hike down, if you call ahead you can horseback ride as well 506 8383 1178
The drive to Monteverde is under two hours, people love it there you can take many wildlife tours, zip line, hanging bridges and there are several great dinning options.
141 locals recommend
Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve
Carretera a Reserva de MonteverdeThe drive to Monteverde is under two hours, people love it there you can take many wildlife tours, zip line, hanging bridges and there are several great dinning options.
Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park
Arenal 1968 Volcano View & Trails
La Fortuna - El CastilloGreat hiking tour
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
Great sightseeing spot, lots of wildlife
Sky Adventures
Lots of adventure at this place
ATV La Pradera
This is a blast
What a great way to spend the day, there are hot springs, animal sanctuary, rafting horseback riding, climbing wall, pools good food!
10 locals recommend
The Springs Resort & Spa at Arenal
What a great way to spend the day, there are hot springs, animal sanctuary, rafting horseback riding, climbing wall, pools good food!
Beautiful blue waterfalls and a great hike
105 locals recommend
Tenorio Volcano National Park - Rio Celeste
Beautiful blue waterfalls and a great hike
This place is awesome for zip lining, and several other tours offered.
Plan on leaving early and spending the day, it is just under two hours from Vistas del Lago
43 locals recommend
Sky Adventures Arenal Park
This place is awesome for zip lining, and several other tours offered.
Plan on leaving early and spending the day, it is just under two hours from Vistas del Lago
WAVE Rafting
Calle 472This is a fun adveture!
Arenal Rafting
There are a few rafting places to choose from in La Fortuna
Arenal Ecoglide Park
Ruta Nacional Secundaria 142La Fortuna Waterfall
El Tigre Waterfalls Monteverde
Arenal Volcano
Selvatura Adventure Park
La Paz Waterfall Gardens
La piedra del indio waterfalls
Great guide on this beautiful waterfall!
Nice bay where you can rent jet skis, paddle boards or kayaks also take a tour on the Toucan Arenal Catamaran.
Restaurant and hotel there.
Puerto San Luis
Nice bay where you can rent jet skis, paddle boards or kayaks also take a tour on the Toucan Arenal Catamaran.
Restaurant and hotel there.
Danny owns a beautiful property on the peninsula he offers sailboat, kayaks and Paddleboards maje a reservation before going.
Lake Arenal water tours
Danny owns a beautiful property on the peninsula he offers sailboat, kayaks and Paddleboards maje a reservation before going.
Food scene
Fantastic food and family restaurant, if you get a chance stop in for lunch
21 locals recommend
Stella's Monteverde
Fantastic food and family restaurant, if you get a chance stop in for lunch
Terrific food, some of the best, call ahead for a reservation 506 2694 0039. also has a bed and breakfast
20 locals recommend
Gingerbread restaurant
Terrific food, some of the best, call ahead for a reservation 506 2694 0039. also has a bed and breakfast
We have heard great reviews form our renters on this dinning experience !
7 locals recommend
San Lucas Treetop Dining Experience
We have heard great reviews form our renters on this dinning experience !
Wonderful family owned restaurant close by with great food!
17 locals recommend
Restaurante Brisas del Lago
Wonderful family owned restaurant close by with great food!
Local family owned restaurant close by offering ceviche and other options
6 locals recommend
Cevichera La Pasadita
Local family owned restaurant close by offering ceviche and other options
Hotel Guadalupe
Great restaurant and local hotel in Tilaran about a 20 minute drive from Vistas
Pops Tilarán
Ice cream shop
Moya's Place
Great menu, great food
Tinajas Arenal
Great sunset views and food
Cafe & Macadamia
This place has awesome views and a great menu
Great place to grab a beer and bite to eat ! Veronica also offers nature tours it’s a beautiful property also has rooms for rent.
12 locals recommend
Lake Arenal Hotel and Brewery
142Great place to grab a beer and bite to eat ! Veronica also offers nature tours it’s a beautiful property also has rooms for rent.
DOND' LIZ
Great local place to eat less than 3 miles from Vistas del Lago
Carnívoros Grill House
Carnes Del Sol
Great local butcher.
Gutierrez Family Pizzeria Express
Wonderful local family owed pizza 🍕 place!
Traveler advice
Useful phrases
Donde esta el bano por favor( Where is the bathroom please)
Pura Vida means pure life a common phase used in Costa Rica for just about everything