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Blue River Resort & Hot Springs

3.5 star property
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Hot springs
Ecotours
Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds | Down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually furnished
Lunch and dinner served
Ecotours

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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600 m West of la Puente and Rio Azul, Dos Rios, Upala, Guayabo, Alajuela
  • Place, La Catedral Waterfall
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Area de Conservación Guanacaste
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪148 min drive‬
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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds | Down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually furnished

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 67 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually furnished

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 67 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Blue River Resort & Hot Springs

Along with 5 outdoor pools, this hotel has a restaurant and a fitness centre. Free breakfast (local cuisine) and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli and a sauna are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
Blue River Resort & Hot Springs offers 24 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature a safe and complimentary bathrobes. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. In-room massages, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Cots/infant beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
5 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a waterslide, a sauna and a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. There are 4 hot springs on site.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Blue River Resort & Hot Springs. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of La Catedral Waterfall. Free breakfast, free self-parking and 5 outdoor pools are available.
  • Free local cuisine breakfast served daily
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy local and international cuisine and garden views while dining at Tiki Bar and Restaurant
  • Splash around at the waterslide or swim in the 5 outdoor pools
  • Treat yourself to facials, hot stone massages or reflexology at Blue River Spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes hot springs, a gym and a steam room
  • 29.1 mi (46.8 km) from Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park
  • Airport and local-area shuttle service available for a fee
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
Blue River Resort & Hot Springs offers its guests hot springs, 5 outdoor swimming pools, a waterslide, and a sauna. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily.

A children's pool, a fitness centre, and spa services are also featured at the family-friendly Blue River Resort & Hot Springs. An area shuttle within 150 mi and a round-trip airport shuttle are available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Guayabo hotel.

Guests are served a free local cuisine breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
Tiki Bar and Restaurant – This poolside restaurant specialises in local and international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 150 mi
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Tiki Bar and Restaurant

Things to do

  • 4 hot springs
  • 5 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Gym
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Ropes course
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Waterslide
  • Ziplining

Family friendly

  • 5 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • 4 hot springs
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot springs water temperature - 40 ºC
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2010
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual furnishings
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
This property enforces quiet hours from 9:00 PM to 7:30 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 28.50 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 29 lb per pet)

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 9 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 20 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 28.50 per pet, per stay
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 20 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property uses some solar energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 8 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used when booking the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo ID. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival. At the property, quiet hours are enforced between 9:00 PM and 7:30 AM.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children aged 9 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Blue River Hot Springs Rincon de la Vieja
Blue River Resort
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Blue River Resort & Hot Springs Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 243 out of 467 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 150 out of 467 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 467 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 467 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 467 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful room and grounds. so many areas to explore and the variety of pools was wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff very polite and helpful. A must is the cathedral waterfall tour with Oscar. Enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location (pictures aee very accurate), good food, good staff- just very isolated with limited activities.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CESAR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for a two-night stay for people that enjoy nature or families with kids.
Baby donkey eager at the stable eager to be pet and make new friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely pools and botanical gardens. We even saw a sloth in the trees. Only downfall was the location, the road to the hotel was not ideal. 30+ km on very poor gravel road. We did a waterfall hike which was fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zorka

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful time. The grounds are so well manicured and lanscaped. We loved our lodge. The hot springs and additional acitivites were amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room with wonderful bed, lovely amenities (coffee/coffee maker, glass drinking glasses, mini fridge) and friendly, gracious staff in every position throughout the property. The pools were relaxing and/or rejuvenating (depending on the temperature), the grounds are beautifully maintained and the food is plentiful and delicious. Thank you for a lovely and relaxing stay!
Evening walk to dinner
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We Enjoyed our stay, clean, easy acsess to every part of the property, Sebastian was great. Pools mud bath and sauna, wish we can stay longer, it was one of our best day in costa rica.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

ROGER

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was fantastic
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Anieffer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean room, amenities, staff at reception (Juergen and Sebastian)
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ulrike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire resort feels like a botanical tropical garden. Absolutely stunning flowers, trees. And a butterfly house to top it off. The staff was amazingly helpful in organizing day trips and we had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reginald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything from the friendly staff,good food, and nice rooms was good. The only thing I feel like they need to do is upgrade the gym.
Tiki Bar/Restaurant
Room
Mini horse
Room
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness
Th
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Corinna

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff fixed the issues we had.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful spot right in the cloud forest
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was beautiful and clean, Staff were exceptional, kind and friendly!! Will definitely return to Blue River 💙
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food was delicious and every place we went was clean and beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms, dining area and facilities were in excellent condition. The range of pools with different temperatures was fantastic as the weather changed. Food was freshly cooked and healthy. The tours available were fantastic for the kids, and the dinosaur tour had some really good animatronics for the jurassic park fans
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was one of the most unique and amazing place my wife and I have stayed. My kids absolutely had a blast. The adventures around this property are a lot of fun at a reasonable price. Make sure to bring bug spray.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is amazing. The beautiful toucan Sam’s that fly all around, the viewing of the sloth, which is a rare occurrence . The staff at this place makes me come back here after year. Thanks for a great visit once again.
Pura Vida
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Babak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Nothing close to nicer places around the Arenal, very hard to get to, but in the heart of tropical forest. Not enough activities for more than 3 days
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LUCIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hot springs and grounds to walk around. Very remote and limited food choices at only restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keichla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A little store would be good just so we dont leave the property. Dinner chairs could be more comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place with great amenities and kind stewards. Will travel here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Amenities
It was rainy season but the trails should have gravel or something not mud All pools and natural sauna should be functioning properly Love the property and staff the rooms are great The above was the only disappointment
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025