Hotels in Lake Arenal, Costa Rica

Lake Arenal sits in Costa Rica's northern highlands, famous for the perfectly conical Arenal Volcano and windsurfing on its massive lake. The dry season from December to April brings sunny skies and steady winds-perfect for kitesurfing across the lake's 85 square kilometers, while the rainy season from May to November makes the surrounding rainforest lush and cheaper for hiking to hidden hot springs near Tabacón. If you visit during the wet months, you can still enjoy kayaking on the lake between showers, and you'll find fewer tourists and lower prices on lodging.