Casa Chameleon is an adults-only boutique hotel in Las Catalinas, overlooking the ocean. The hotel is comprised by 21 private villas, all with minimalist contemporary designs. Elegant, modern furnishings keep you comfortable while enjoying the ocean views. Each villa has a private salt water plunge pool, a fully-stocked minibar with local products, private terrace, safe, bluetooth speaker, daily clean service, and 24-hour concierge service. Nearby you can find hiking and biking trails, opportunities for water sports (like surfing, kayaking, and snorkeling), adventure tours (like zip lining, rafting), fishing tours, and Las Catalinas town.

Outside of La Fortuna Town, overlooking the Arenal Volcano, The Springs Resort & Spa is a spectacular 5-star luxury resort with endless adventure and relaxation activities. A favorite among families, couples, and even celebrities, The Springs Resort has everything to keep you well-fed and entertained during your stay.The resort consists of 47 impressive rooms and villas set on 165 acres, all of which have private balconies with volcano views, hammocks and rocking chairs. Rooms offer luxurious marble bathrooms, A/C, Satellite TV, DVD/CD player, safe, mini bar and coffee maker. Resort amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi in the rooms and lobby and unlimited access to their indulgent hot springs. Shuttle to La Fortuna ($20).There are several bars and restaurants on site including the elegant Las Ventanas and Heliconia Bar, the more casual Tres Cascadas and Treetops Grill, and the Ginger Sushi Bar. For guests not wanting to leave the hot springs, they offer the swim-up La Laguna Bar and Ranchito Bar.Other onsite offerings include a full fitness center, luxurious full-service spa, game room & Wildlife Preserve.

Cultures identify themselves through their cuisine and Costa Ricans are no different. This experience is great to learn about local agricultural products such as yucca, tiquisque, mamón chino, and other interesting local foods while enjoying an intimate and delicious cultural experience.A van picks you up at the hotel lobby and drives you to El Salto waterfall, near La Fortuna. Upon arrival, visit the garden and farm to see where the ingredients come from and how they get to the table. Then get ready to learn how to prepare some of the favorite Costa Rican recipes!Start with a tropical cocktail or juice, and then move to more complex challenges. See how to cook up some Tico-style 'picadillos', tortillas and 'guisados' for a delicious sit-down meal. After dinner, relax with a cup of coffee and head back to the hotel with more knowledge on homemade Costa Rican food.

Your fun begins when you are picked up from your hotel and driven 30 minutes to the hanging bridges, set in a 620-acre reserve of primary forest. The 2-mile hiking trail has 16 state-of-the-art hanging bridges that introduce you to the forests rich biodiversity. The forest is home to many animals and birds like howler monkeys, poison dart frogs, red frogs, snakes, toucans, and parrots. This fun and informative 2.5 hr walk will allow you to have close contact with nature and learn more about the primary forest.Then head to the nearby Ecotermales thermal hot springs, famous for their therapeutic benefitsand well known for helping to relieve stress and tension in both the body and mind whilst detoxing the skin. Ecotermales is the smallest of the Arenal Hot Springs and accepts only up to 100 visitors at a time, perfect for couples, families, and groups looking for a unique and authentic experience in a tranquil rainforest setting. Owned by a local Costa Rican family, Ecotermales has 4 pools total varying in temp from 91º F and 105º F.Spend 2 hrs bathing in the mineral enriched hot springs before enjoying an authentic, traditional Costa Rican meal at the Ecotermales restaurant.

Experience the best sunset in the area on board the Panache Catamaran. Set sail to enjoy the incredible view of Costa Rica´s Gold Coast. Spend an amazing afternoon on board this modern, comfortable vessel; accompanied by the friendly crew. With a tropical cocktail in hand you’ll sit on the prow gazing the sea in search of dolphins, sea turtles or even whales. Enjoy a short stop for snorkeling and kayaking in the cool Pacific waters.

Coming to Las Catalinas is a rite of relaxation on its own. But you can go one step further with our spa services, which we will arrange to be delivered to the privacy of your villa. A local touch helps you sink even deeper into Costa Rican relaxation.

Sentido Norte proudly offers the best of Coastal Costa Rican cuisine. All food & drink is inspired by the country’s bountiful abundance, combining uniquely local and native ingredients in the glass and on the plate. CNN featured Sentio Norte as one of the world’s most romantic restaurants.

Ever wished you could buy us a drink at a swim up bar with a view of a volcano? Well now you can!

Costa Rica on horseback is as magical as it sounds. Set out from the town of Brasilito on a horseback tour of Costa Rican culture. Ride across the beaches of Conchal and Brasilito and under the looming green shadow of Costa Rica’s mountains.

Prepare yourself for a thrilling ride down Class I and II rapids on the incredibly scenic Arenal River, where you will encounter shoulder high rapids and tranquil blue pools. You will finish the mile ride on a small beach surrounded by hot springs, waterfalls, nature trails and our riverside restaurant and bar.

The Rainforest is beautiful but sleepy during the day, but as the sun sets this dynamic ecosystem literally explodes with life and energy. You can palpably feel the vitality and exuberance of the creatures surrounding you, but it takes instruction and practice to identify and locate the various creatures creating this orchestral performance.

Enjoy fine dining, ambiance and world class service at our Las Ventanas Restaurant where the only thing better than the view is the food. Our award-winning Chef has created a menu blending the latest fusion concepts with the finest ingredients found on Costa Rica’s farms and in its two oceans. The menu is a well-balanced selection of prime beef, seafood, pork, and homemade pasta as well as vegetarian fare. The heavenly desserts are prepared using traditional Spanish cooking methods with the natural fruit flavors of Costa Rica.