A favorite among families, couples, and even celebrities, The Springs Resort has everything to keep you well-fed and entertained during your Costa Rican vacation. The Springs is tucked into the rainforest hidden from prying eyes in the Arenal Volcano area.

The Springs Resort and Spa in Costa Rica is ideally situated for those who want peace and proximity to the main attractions of the area. After all, the Arenal Volcano National Park is within half an hour from the hotel. The Springs creates a perfect getaway, only 2.5 hours away from the San José International Airport and 3 hours from the Liberia International Airport.

Since The Springs provides a secluded ambiance, it is mostly quiet and peaceful while giving a chance for adventure. With 165 acres of landscaped property, the hotel showcases the best of Costa Rica. Being only four miles from the Arenal Volcano, the views are expansive. Each room has a balcony or terrace where you can spot the iconic colossus.

The gardens, pools, paths, and rooms combine modern amenities enhanced by flora and fauna. Traditional materials are combined with the best-quality furnishings to make this a perfectly relaxing vacation for travelers of all ages. The service is also top-notch, with a detail-oriented staff that works to make your stay as comfortable as possible. There are several on-site activities to keep everyone entertained, and those who want to relax can simply lounge at the hot springs pools of their choice.

There’s a reason The Springs has been voted as the #1 Relaxation/Spa hotel in Central and South America, and one of the seven resorts with the Most Spectacular Views in the World, according to CNN. It even hosted ABC’s The Bachelor back in 2011.

That reason is the stunning grounds. The Springs’ views of Arenal Volcano from the several hot springs pools are a treat for all guests. The mineral water is pumped from a nearby river every day. Each pool was designed to blend seamlessly with the surroundings, and several have small details like human-made waterfalls where you can sit and let the water relax your shoulders and mind. They all have different sizes, shapes, and temperatures (each one is marked accordingly, ranging between 86˚F-104˚F). So choose the pool depending on your mood and spend the time relaxing in the rejuvenating waters.

There are three main pool sections: Las Lagunas, Perdido Springs, and Club Rio Springs. Las Lagunas has terraces and 12 pools with views of Arenal Volcano, and a swim-up bar. The Perdido Springs are seven pools hidden between the vegetation, connected by trails. This section has the monkey waterslide, so make sure to visit; the kids especially will love it. The hot springs at Club Rio are located near the river that crosses the property, providing canyon and rainforest views.

The Springs has many other on-site offerings, including a full fitness center and Club del Rio, the hotel’s adventure center. Club del Rio has many activities you can enjoy, including kayaking, river tubing, horseback riding, hiking trails, nature tours, mountain biking, swimming, fishing, and the hot springs. This variety means there is something for every type of traveler!

One of the main attractions is the resort’s Wildlife Reserve. Both kids and grown-ups alike can admire Costa Rica’s rich biodiversity up close. The rescued residents are pumas, ocelots, margays, jaguarundis, capuchin monkeys, squirrel monkeys, sloths, scarlet macaws, wild turkeys, and more. Outside visitors can enter Club del Rio, so reserve your space and pay attention to the schedules so you can make the most of your trip. Book a massage at the extensive full-service spa if you prefer to relax. To get rid of any knots or to soothe sore muscles, there’s nothing like the four-hands massage!

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal has several on-site bars and restaurants. Their meals are held to international standards that use local and authentic Costa Rican ingredients and flavors. A chef has designed the menus at the a-la-carte restaurants to satisfy all palates.

The four main restaurants are Las Ventanas, Tres Casacadas, Ginger Sushi, and Treetops Grill. Las Ventanas offers dinner with a menu that blends the latest international trends with Costa Rica’s cuisine from across the country. Tres Cascadas is open for all three meals of the day, offering views of Arenal Volcano and the area from the terrace. Enjoy your café-style meals in an open-air concept. Ginger Sushi is a sushi bar. The chefs also add a Costa Rican touch to the traditional Japanese favorites, making the experience a fusion of sensations. For a different ambiance, Treetops is the poolside grill. Admire the canopy of the surrounding rainforest while enjoying carefully prepared meat cuts.

With so much variety, there is an option for everyone!