Costa Rica
Curated Resort Comparison
Three stunning Arenal resorts — each with private pools, hot springs, and volcano views
A Personal Note from Your Advisor
Great news — we've researched three incredible luxury resort options in the Arenal area. All three are 5-star properties with private pools, volcano views, and complimentary breakfast, each with its own unique character.
We've put together a side-by-side comparison so you can see exactly what each property offers and how they compare in pricing. All three are bookable through our luxury hotel partnerships with Travel Edge, so you'll get special perks at each one!
We've also included private car transfers — pickup from your previous resort and drop-off at Daniel Oduber Airport (LIR). Both legs are in a comfortable MPV for $557 total.
Take a look below to see how these resorts compare — and when you're ready, we'll create a custom version just like this for your trip!
At a Glance Comparison
1 Nayara Gardens | 2 The Springs Resort | 3 Tabacon Thermal | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 9.7 (243) | 9.5 (511) | 9.6 (312) |
| Stars | 5-Star | 5-Star | 5-Star SLH |
| Room Type | Pool Casita (97 sqm) | Honeymoon Vista Suite | Private Pool Suite (70 sqm) |
| Private Pool | Hot Spring Jacuzzi | ||
| Hot Springs | Via Nayara Springs | 28 on-site pools! | Thermal river & pools |
| Breakfast | |||
| Bonus Credit | $100 F&B | $125 Spa | $100 ($75 Spa + $25 Bev) |
| Unique Perk | Wine + Welcome Letter | Wildlife Tour + Club Rio | Adults Only Serenity |
| Partnership | LHW / Travel Edge | Travel Edge | SLH / Travel Edge |
| Total (3 Nights) | $3,390 | $4,763 | $3,675 |
| Free Cancellation | 30+ days prior | 14+ days prior | 14+ days prior |
All prices include taxes and fees • Quoted rates only — pricing and availability are not held until fully booked and paid
Detailed Resort Profiles
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Boutique Luxury • LHW Member
Nayara Gardens
3 Nights
5-Star
Arenal Volcano National Park, La Fortuna, Costa Rica
Nestled in a 4,500-acre private rainforest reserve at the base of Arenal Volcano, Nayara Gardens is one of Costa Rica’s most celebrated luxury boutique hotels. As a Leading Hotels of the World member, this 5-star gem features 50 freestanding casitas — each with your own private plunge pool and sweeping volcano views. The resort connects to sister properties Nayara Springs and Nayara Tented Camp, giving you access to all pools, restaurants, and the award-winning spa. Wake up to toucans, howler monkeys, and the misty silhouette of Arenal Volcano — this is Costa Rica at its finest.
Room Details
Arenal Pool Casita — King or Queen Bed, 97 sqm (1,044 sqf)
- Private plunge pool with rainforest views
- Spacious 97 sqm (1,044 sqf) casita
- Private balcony with mountain & rainforest views
- Indoor & outdoor shower, double vanity
- Complimentary WiFi, A/C, TV, safe, minibar, day bed
What's Included
- Complimentary daily breakfast for two
- $100 USD Food & Beverage credit
- Welcome letter from the Manager and bottle of wine
- Free room upgrade if available at check-in
- Early check-in / late check-out (subject to availability)
- Complimentary WiFi throughout the resort
Why You'll Love It
- Your own private plunge pool right outside your casita — soak under the stars
- Connected to Nayara Springs & Tented Camp — access all restaurants, pools, and the spa
- Set within a 4,500-acre private rainforest reserve with incredible wildlife
- Award-winning spa with volcanic mud treatments, hot spring-fed pools
Pricing
3-night stayPer Night
$1,000.00
Subtotal
$3,000.00
Total w/ Tax
$3,390.00
Includes all taxes and fees • 3 nights for 2 Adults
Hot Springs Paradise • Honeymoon Suite
The Springs Resort & Spa
3 Nights
5-Star
Arenal Volcano, La Fortuna, Costa Rica
The Springs Resort & Spa is an extraordinary 5-star resort perched on a hillside overlooking Arenal Volcano. Famous for its 28 natural hot spring pools ranging from 83°F to 103°F cascading down the mountainside, this resort is an experience unto itself. The Honeymoon Vista Suite features your own private terrace with a hot spring-fed Jacuzzi — imagine soaking in natural volcanic mineral water while watching the sunset paint Arenal Volcano gold. With 5 restaurants, a full-service spa, a wildlife sanctuary, and the Club Rio adventure center, you may never want to leave the property.
Room Details
Honeymoon Vista Guest Room — King Bed with Hot Spring-Fed Jacuzzi
- Private terrace with hot spring-fed Jacuzzi
- Stunning Arenal Volcano views
- King bed with space for 2 twin beds
- Garden terrace — romantic honeymoon suite
- Maximum occupancy: 4 people
What's Included
- Daily buffet breakfast for two
- $125 USD Spa credit (spa services only)
- One guided Wildlife Sanctuary tour for up to two people
- Club Rio adventure tour included
- Room upgrade if available at check-in
- Early check-in / late check-out (subject to availability)
- Complimentary WiFi
Why You'll Love It
- 28 natural hot spring pools cascading down the mountainside — the most in Arenal
- Your own private hot spring-fed Jacuzzi on your terrace with volcano views
- On-site wildlife sanctuary with sloths, monkeys, big cats, and tropical birds
- 5 gourmet restaurants including waterfall-side grilling and a sushi bar
Pricing
3-night stayPer Night
$1,405.00
Subtotal
$4,215.00
Total w/ Tax
$4,762.95
Includes all taxes and fees • 3 nights for 2 Adults
SLH Collection • Private Pool Suite
Tabacon Thermal Resort & Spa
3 Nights
5-Star SLH
Arenal Volcano, La Fortuna, Costa Rica
Tabacon Thermal Resort & Spa is a member of the prestigious Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) collection, and it’s easy to see why. Surrounded by lush tropical gardens at the base of Arenal Volcano, Tabacon is renowned for its naturally heated thermal river and hot spring pools that wind through the rainforest. The Private Pool Suite is their crown jewel — a 70 sqm adults-only sanctuary with your own private pool, volcano views, and an atmosphere of pure serenity. The award-winning spa uses the thermal waters for truly unique treatments, and dining at Los Tucanes offers international cuisine with a volcanic backdrop.
Room Details
Private Pool Suite — 70 sqm, King Bed, Adults Only
- Private pool in-suite
- Arenal Volcano views
- 70 sqm spacious adults-only suite
- King bed with premium bedding
- Rain shower with TV, A/C, coffee & tea maker
- 50-inch satellite TV, desk, safe
What's Included
- Daily breakfast for two
- $100 USD resort credit ($75 spa + $25 beverages)
- Room upgrade subject to availability at check-in
- Early check-in / late check-out (subject to availability)
- Complimentary WiFi throughout the resort
Why You'll Love It
- Naturally heated thermal river winding through lush rainforest — one of a kind in Costa Rica
- Your own private pool right in your suite — ultimate privacy and luxury
- Small Luxury Hotels of the World member — exceptional quality and service
- Award-winning spa using natural thermal waters for treatments
Pricing
3-night stayPer Night
$1,084.00
Subtotal
$3,252.00
Total w/ Tax
$3,674.76
Includes all taxes and fees • 3 nights for 2 Adults
Private Car Transfers
We arrange seamless private MPV transfers for both legs of your trip — no stops, door-to-door service.
Previous Accommodation
Pickup in the morning
Nayara Gardens
Arrive in the afternoon
Nayara Gardens
Pickup in the afternoon
Daniel Oduber Quirós Int'l Airport (LIR)
Arrive at the airport
Transfer Pricing
Private MPV • No StopsPickup → Resort
Included
Resort → Airport
Included
Total Transfers
$557
Both transfers for 2 passengers in a private MPV vehicle
Good to know: All three resort options (Nayara Gardens, The Springs, and Tabacon) are in the same Arenal / La Fortuna area, just 15-30 minutes apart — the same transfer applies to whichever resort you choose!
Important Pricing Information
All prices shown are quoted rates as of the date this proposal was prepared and are subject to change. Pricing and availability are not guaranteed or held until a reservation is fully booked and payment has been made in full.
Room availability, rates, and promotional inclusions can fluctuate based on demand and may change without notice. If you see an option you love, I recommend we move quickly to lock in the best rate.
Awaken Travels is not responsible for any price changes that occur after this proposal is sent. Cancellation policies listed are current as of today and are subject to the hotel's terms and conditions.
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