$728.57
from
$459
37% Off
Over 70 views today, so act now!
  • Instant: Great for last-minute gifts. Simply print or send the voucher after purchase.
  • Customizable: Personalize the message and appearance to make your gift truly special.
  • Exchangeable: Hassle-free returns and exchanges for the giftees.
Gift the World with Groupon
Travel Gift Card
Buy gift card
Perfect gift!
LivingSocial Travel FAQ

✈ Arenal Rustic Lodge: 5-Day Costa Rica Escape w/ Air & Car - Arenal, Guanacaste, San Jose

✈Costa Rica: 5-Day Escape w/ Air, Hotel & Rental Car. Price per person, based on 2 per room. Buy one voucher per person.

Roundtrip Flights 4 Hotel Nights Daily Breakfast Rental Car Included Arenal, Costa Rica

Highlights

Roundtrip Economy Class Flights to Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO), San José, including airline taxes & fuel surcharges. Flight times and carriers determined at time of booking.
Automatic Economy Rental Car Included — pick up at SJO on arrival and return on departure day. Explore the Arenal region completely at your own pace.
4 Nights at Arenal Rustic Lodge — Standard Room with daily breakfast included throughout your stay.
Kids Welcome: Children 12 & under pay reduced rates. Contact Travel by Jen at 1-800-603-3178 for children’s pricing. Minimum travel and check-in age: 21 years old.
Solo Travel Available: Solo surcharge applies — +$179/person (2026 departures) or +$479/person (2027 departures).
Not Included: Mandatory car insurance (from $35/day, required at pickup — not included in the Groupon price), mandatory credit card deposit for rental car, under-23 driver surcharge, baggage fees (vary by carrier — advised at redemption), travel insurance, and personal expenses.
✈️

Travel Dates

Travel window: July 3, 2026 – February 28, 2027.

Book by July 31, 2026.

Not all dates are available at the Groupon rate — contact Travel by Jen at 1-800-603-3178 to confirm your preferred dates.

What You Get

Flights

Roundtrip Economy Class Flights

Hotel

4 Nights — Daily Breakfast Included

Rental Car

Economy Automatic Rental Car

How To Book

1

Get Your Voucher

Purchase your Groupon voucher. Pricing is based on 2 travelers. Children 12 & under pay reduced rates — contact Travel by Jen for details. Minimum age to travel and check in: 21 years old.

2

Reserve by the Deadline

Reservation required by 7/31/26. Contact Travel by Jen at 1-800-603-3178, Monday–Friday, 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. ET.

3

Have Your Details Ready

Please have the following on hand: voucher #, credit card information, and the name and date of birth as they appear on passports for all passengers.

4

Check In

Present your voucher and credit card at check-in upon arrival.

5

Enjoy!

Plan Your Trip

Your Suggested Itinerary+

Costa Rica: 5-Day Arenal Escape

Day 1✈️ Arrive in San José — Pick Up Your Rental Car — Fly into Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO). Collect your included automatic economy rental car at the airport counter — note that mandatory car insurance (from $35/day) is required at pickup and paid directly to the car rental company. Then hit the road for the stunning Arenal region, approximately 3–4 hours northwest of San José. Check in to Arenal Rustic Lodge and enjoy your first evening surrounded by lush rainforest.
Day 2Arenal — Wake up to breakfast at the lodge and spend the day exploring the Arenal region at your own pace. With your rental car, you have the freedom to visit the iconic Arenal Volcano, take a dip in the natural La Fortuna hot springs, hike through Arenal Volcano National Park, or venture to the La Fortuna Waterfall.
Day 3Arenal — Another full day to explore Costa Rica’s incredible natural wonders. Consider a zip-lining adventure through the jungle canopy, a peaceful kayak on Lake Arenal, or a guided walk through the rainforest to spot sloths, toucans, and tropical wildlife up close.
Day 4Arenal — Enjoy your final full day in the Arenal region. Relax at the lodge, take one last soak in the hot springs, or venture out on a scenic drive along the shores of Lake Arenal — one of the most beautiful spots in Central America.
Day 5✈️ Drive to San José — Return Rental Car — Depart Home — After breakfast, check out and drive back to San José (approximately 3–4 hours). Return your rental car at the airport and catch your return flight home. ¡Pura vida!
Your Hotel+

Arenal Rustic Lodge ★★½

Arenal, Costa Rica • 4 Nights • Standard Room • Daily Breakfast Included

Departure Airports+

All flights arrive into Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO), San José, Costa Rica. Starting prices per gateway:

Prices shown are the lowest available “from” fares per person. Actual price depends on selected travel dates. For departure cities not listed, contact Travel by Jen at 1-800-603-3178.

Costa Rica: 5-Day Arenal Escape

CityAirport CodeFrom Price (per person)
TampaTPAfrom $459
AustinAUSfrom $479
RaleighRDUfrom $479
Fort Lauderdale / MiamiFLL/MIAfrom $499
Washington, D.C.WASfrom $499
OrlandoMCOfrom $509
PhoenixPHXfrom $519
PortlandPDXfrom $529
ChicagoCHIfrom $549
HoustonIAHfrom $559
PhiladelphiaPHLfrom $559
New YorkNYCfrom $569
AtlantaATLfrom $589
Los AngelesLAXfrom $599

Actual price depends on selected travel dates. Surcharges may apply for holiday-period departures.

Know Before You Go+

Passport & Entry

A valid passport is required for travel to Costa Rica. US citizens may visit visa-free for up to 90 days. Check travel.state.gov for current entry requirements before your trip.

Flights

Cabin class: Basic/Economy. Number of connections and layover durations vary by departure city and carrier — details provided at time of booking. Baggage fees vary by carrier and will be confirmed at redemption.

Rental Car

An automatic economy rental car is included for the duration of your stay (pick up on Day 1 at SJO, return on Day 5). Mandatory car insurance is not included and must be purchased directly from the rental company at pickup — from $35/day. A valid driver’s license and major credit card are required for the security deposit. Drivers under 23 may be subject to an additional surcharge.

Age Requirements

Minimum travel age and check-in age: 21 years old. Children 12 & under pay reduced rates — contact Travel by Jen for details.

Solo Travel

Solo surcharge: +$179/person (2026 departures) or +$479/person (2027 departures).

Currency & Language

Currency: Costa Rican Colón (CRC). US Dollars are widely accepted. Language: Spanish. English is spoken in tourist areas.

💡

Cancellation Policy

Your Groupon voucher is refundable until the deal expiration date (“Book by” date) or until you complete your booking on the Travel by Jen page and submit your voucher code. Once your booking is submitted and confirmed, it becomes non-refundable through Groupon, and all further changes are subject to the merchant’s cancellation policy. See the FAQs section for detail.

FAQs

Does buying a Groupon voucher mean my trip is booked?+

No — purchasing the voucher does not book your trip. After buying, visit jetsetvacations.com or call 1-800-603-3178 as soon as possible to secure your preferred dates.

Are all travel dates available at the Groupon price?+

Not all dates are offered at the Groupon rate. Call Travel by Jen at 1-800-603-3178 to check eligible dates. If your preferred date isn’t available at the Groupon price, you may need to pay the difference at time of redemption or adjust your travel dates. No blackout dates apply.

Is car insurance included with the rental car?+

No — mandatory car insurance is not included in the Groupon price and must be purchased directly from the rental car company at the time of pickup. Insurance starts from $35 per day. A valid driver’s license and major credit card are also required for the security deposit. Drivers under 23 may be subject to an additional surcharge.

What documents do I need for travel?+

A valid passport is required for travel to Costa Rica. US citizens may visit visa-free for up to 90 days. A valid driver’s license is required to pick up the rental car. Check current entry requirements at travel.state.gov.

Can I travel from a city not listed?+

Contact Travel by Jen at 1-800-603-3178 to check availability and pricing from your preferred departure city.

What is the cancellation policy?+

Your Groupon voucher is refundable until the “Book by” date or until you complete your booking on the Travel by Jen page and submit your voucher code — whichever comes first. Once confirmed, it becomes non-refundable through Groupon. All further changes are subject to Travel by Jen’s cancellation policy.

Fine Print

  • Book by 7/31/26 or promo value expires
  • Limit 1 per person, may buy 3 additional as gifts
  • Reservation required, inclusions/airfare/airline subject to availability
  • Additional fees may apply for some departure dates
  • $50 fee per person to cancel; 46-day cancellation required or fee of 50% voucher price; 31-day or fee up to voucher price
  • Travel insurance is highly recommended
  • Airfare nonrefundable after booking
  • Must be 18+ to check in
  • Credit card required at booking and check-in
  • Baggage fees may apply and vary by carrier
  • Airfare includes carrier and government taxes & fees
  • Not all tours are handicapped accessible, please contact Travel by Jen at (800) 603-3178 to confirm
  • A passport is required for all travel outside the U.S.
  • Before international travel, always check the State Department’s website for important info on the destination and its entry/exit requirements
  • Varied COVID-19 levels and restrictions should be taken into consideration before international travel, find more info by visiting the US Embassy’s website
  • Additional fee to travel solo: $179 for 2026 travel; $479 for 2027 travel
  • Surcharges may apply for departures crossing holiday periods
  • Automatic car rental included; a valid driver's license and major credit card are required for the security deposit. Drivers under 23 may be subject to an additional surcharge
  • Dates are based on availability and subject to blackout dates.

About ✈ Arenal Rustic Lodge: 5-Day Costa Rica Escape w/ Air & Car

Groupon Customer Reviews

100% Verified Reviews
All Groupon reviews are from people who have redeemed deals with this merchant. Review requests are sent by email to customers who purchased the deal.