Location: Arenal 
Lodging Type: Rental 
From: $2000 / night 
Villa Escondida: A Tiny Paradise
The outdoor and indoor living space is surrounded by a lagoon pool and a 360-degree infinity Jacuzzi with a waterfall; this villa has two sun terraces, three covered loggias, and a fantastic view of the Arenal Volcano.
Staying at Villa Escondida comes with full access to all resort amenities, including three main pool sections: Las Lagunas, Perdido Springs, Club Rio Springs, several bars and restaurants, a full-service spa, and a fitness center.
pulls out to a bed to accommodate children or adults sleeping in the living area.
On-Site Hot Springs
Each pool is 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.
Las Lagunas has terraces and 12 pools with views of Arenal Volcano. There is also 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.
Club Rio: On-site Adventure Center & Wildlife Reserve
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.
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.
An Incredible Villa & Open Air Dining Area:
The primary suite has a grand marble master bath with a Jacuzzi tub, an oversized indoor shower, and a landscaped outdoor garden shower. This detached 816 sq. ft. (76 m2) primary suite also has its minibar, refrigerator, wet bar, coffee maker, a private sun terrace, a private loggia with two hammocks, an LCD TV, and a surround sound system with mobile compatibility.
The “Great Room” indoor living area is connected to the primary suite by a small garden measuring 784 sq. ft (74 m2). It has a full kitchen, a full bathroom off the exterior walkway, a six-seat dining table, an LCD TV with surround sound and mobile compatibility, and a sofa that
