Cantón San Carlos, CR Vacation Rentals: house rentals & more

Discover a selection of 347 vacation rentals in Cantón San Carlos, CR that are perfect for your trip. Whether you’re traveling with friends, family, or even pets, Vrbo vacation homes have the best amenities for hanging out with the people that matter most, including swimming pools and private pools. Prices start at $63 per night, and houses and condos are popular options for a stay in Cantón San Carlos. Either way, you'll find a rental for everyone's needs.

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Stayed Jun 2021

Great place, perfect location!

We had a great time at this property! We enjoyed the view of the volcano from the balcony and loved the convenient location right on the edge of town. It was an easy 10 minute walk to get to downtown, but the property is at the end of a neighborhood,...

Stayed Jun 2021

Incredible!! We will be back with more family / friends.

The property’s location and views are unparalleled - you get the best views of the volcano and the lake. The dirt road up to the home is super fun. All activities are in close proximity. The villa itself is gorgeous in particular the lookout gazebo, ...

Stayed Jun 2021

Spacious house in a lush green garden

My family had a lovely stay in this lovely La Fortuna home! The kitchen was well stocked with necessities plus delicious coffee and helpful sugar and spices. The beds were very comfortable, and the room arrangements allowed plenty of space for everyo...

Stayed May 2021

Cabin stay

The outdoor area was the best part of this property. It is very safe and quiet at night. It does need updates in its kitchen utensils like the cutting knives and it needs bbq equipment fir the grill outside. There is no hot water at the kitchen sink....

Stayed May 2021

Fantastic Arenal

The house was spectacular and better than described. We had five in our party and the house will comfortably accommodate more people. The location was perfect for all the activities, less than five minutes to downtown La Fortuna where there are great...

Stayed Apr 2021

Excellent property.

We had a wonderful time. The hot tub was wonderful to come back to after a day of hiking. And watching the birds every morning coming to enjoy the fruit that was set out was amazing. Thank you so much for providing a great place. We would love to ret...

Stayed Apr 2021

Great location near Fortuna

We thought the property was in a great location, not too remote, not too far away from Fortuna, and offered nice views of the surrounding rainforest. The cleanliness of the property was really good (only found a dirty coffee pot) and the check in pro...

Stayed Apr 2021

Amazing home and view!

This home was exactly what we were looking for. I wanted a good view of the lake and volcano as well as a pool and a clean and safe place to stay; and it exceeded all of my expectations. The drive to the house was an adventure after you left the pave...

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Delight in the majestic landscape of San Carlos

The hot springs, jungle and waterfalls are a perfect backdrop to your vacation home in San Carlos. This city's hiking, ziplining and local tours draw many visitors. A vacation rental can help make your stay complete—many rentals come with a full kitchen and laundry facilities.

Activities

Activities and attractions in and around San Carlos

Are you hoping to discover attractions to visit during your stay? You'll be sure to enjoy San Carlos for its hiking and ziplining. Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable vacation rental, you'll want to check out everything that makes San Carlos a fun place to get away. Here are some of the most popular attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:

Arenal Adventure World (6.1 mi / 9.8 km)
Ecoglide Arenal Park (8.5 mi / 13.6 km)
Arenal Natura Ecological Park (9.7 mi / 15.5 km)
Costa Rica Sky Adventures (12.5 mi / 20.1 km)
Arenal Eco Zoo (13.6 mi / 21.8 km)
Butterfly Conservatory (13.6 mi / 21.8 km)

Natural features

Exploring the volcano viewpoints and other natural features in San Carlos

San Carlos is famous for its relaxing hot springs, lush rainforest and beautiful waterfalls. Whether you're an active traveler or just want to take in the scenery, San Carlos is a great spot to appreciate mother nature. These are a few of the area's most eye-catching sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:

La Fortuna Waterfall (7.7 mi / 12.4 km)
Ecotermales Fortuna (8.8 mi / 14.1 km)
Cerro Chato Lake (9.1 mi / 14.7 km)
Arenal Volcano (10.1 mi / 16.3 km)
Arenal Volcano National Park (10.9 mi / 17.5 km)
Children's Eternal Rainforest (11.6 mi / 18.6 km)

How to get there

How to get to and around San Carlos

The nearest airport is in San Jose (SJO-Juan Santamaria Intl.), located 39.4 mi (63.4 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you might consider flying into San Jose (SYQ-Tobias Bolanos Intl.), which is 44.3 mi (71.4 km) away.

How many vacation rentals are available around Cantón San Carlos, CR?

Our 2021 property listings offer a large selection of 347 vacation rentals around Cantón San Carlos. From 249 house rentals to 50 condo and apartment rentals, find a unique house rental for you to enjoy a memorable holiday or a weekend with your family and friends.

What are the most popular destinations to visit in Cantón San Carlos?

There are many lovely places to stay for a holiday trip or just for a weekend in Cantón San Carlos. From Vrbo travelers, the top most popular destinations to visit are:

La Fortuna: 340 vacation rentals
Arenal Volcano: 291 vacation rentals
Quesada: 37 vacation rentals
La Fortuna Waterfall: 209 vacation rentals
Costa Rica Sky Adventures: 391 vacation rentals

And Vrbo offers you the chance to discover many other popular destinations in Cantón San Carlos! Please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available in other popular destinations.

What are the main cities to discover in Cantón San Carlos?

Whether you're traveling with family or friends, here are the cities with the largest selection of vacation rentals for a holiday trip or just for a weekend in Cantón San Carlos:

La Fortuna: 340 rentals
Quesada: 37 rentals
Monterrey: 206 rentals
La Tigra: 166 rentals
Boca Arenal: 160 rentals

For other cities, please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available.

Near which points of interest can I spend my holidays in Cantón San Carlos?

Vrbo offers a large selection of rentals near lovely places in Cantón San Carlos. From Vrbo travelers, the top most popular points of interest to stay for a holiday trip or just for a weekend are:

Costa Rica Sky Adventures: 391 rentals
Tabacon Hot Springs: 388 rentals
Baldi Hot Springs: 369 rentals
Los Lagos Hot Springs: 370 rentals
Termales Los Laureles: 370 rentals

But there are many other points of interest around Cantón San Carlos listed on Vrbo where you can find your place to stay. Just write your wanted destination in our search bar and have a look at our selection.