Rio Perdido is located just a 45-minute drive from Daniel Oduber International Airport and features 11 mi of on-site hiking trails and a thermal river with hot-spring pools. It offers spa treatments and an award-winning restaurant. The rooms offer direct access to the river and include air conditioning, a safety box, coffee maker and mini-bar. They are also equipped with a flat-screen cable TV, iPod dock and telephone. The bathrooms are private and come with hairdryer. Guests can enjoy free Continental breakfast and regional food at the on-site restaurant, which features views of the canyons and volcanoes. Bar service is also offered and there are shops on site. Activities such as biking, hiking, zip lining and canopy tours can be arranged at Rio Perdido. This property is 12 mi from Miravalle Volcano and 50 minutes’ drive from Liberia City Center.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Free parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
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1 king bed
2 twin beds
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1 king bed
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Sustainability
This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.

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    Costa Rica Certification for Sustainable Tourism
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.3
Location
9.3
Free Wifi
9.2

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jordan
    United States United States
    This place was outstanding ! It exceeded my expectations. The staff, the nature, the food and the drinks were amazing! Highly recommend staying here. Can’t say anything bad about our stay.
  • Teresa
    Canada Canada
    Amazing peaceful property. All the buildings, pools etc were just snuggled in with nature. Bungalows were private and cart rides always available. Staff were so friendly and welcoming and greeted us by names each day. The thermal pools were...
  • Nicolette
    United States United States
    Amazing property and private bungalows. Staff was exceptional and food incredible! Many thermal hot springs to swim in and we saw monkeys!
  • Kana
    United States United States
    We loved the whole property especially the restaurant overlooking the forests. The complimentary activities i.e. yoga session and guided hiking are also amazing! We didn't need to go out of the property at all for our 2 nights stay as we had...
  • Maria
    Costa Rica Costa Rica
    We liked the clean and comfy room, the big bathroom , the food, the firepit tables at the restaurant, and most especially the vicinity to all the free adventure walks and waterfalls. Som e you can walk to and some you can drive but they were all fun!
  • Nigel
    United States United States
    Some of the friendliest staff we have found in any hotel anywhere. Great place to get close to nature in comfortable, well-equipped bungalows that offer a panoramic view of the forest outside and a chance to see lots of wildlife. The thermal river...
  • Ming
    United States United States
    The remoteness and peacefulness mixed in with some adventure. Even though it is away from everything there was always something to do.
  • Maxime
    United States United States
    - the property itself is amazing, so vast and gorgeous. The location is remote from everything and then you arrive in this paradise, breathtaking ! - the room, isolated from each other, like little villas and so comfortable. Very beautiful...
  • Roger
    United States United States
    Everything. Incredibly beautiful and serene. The thermal river was secluded and peaceful and we had the largest swimming hole to ourselves for almost two hours. The staff was friendly and so helpful!
  • Victoria
    United States United States
    This is a stunning find, with private access to a lovely natural wonder -- a heated river where you pick your bathing temperature by moving up or down stream!

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free

Amenities of Rio Perdido Hotel & Thermal River
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Free Wifi
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

View

  • Garden view

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking

Living Area

  • Sofa
  • Sitting area

Media & Technology

  • Cable channels
  • Telephone

Food & Drink

  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Front Desk Services

    • Lockers
    • Concierge
    • Baggage storage
    • Currency exchange
    • 24-hour front desk

    Entertainment & Family Services

    • Babysitting/Child services
      Additional charge

    Cleaning Services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry
      Additional charge

    Business Facilities

    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
      Additional charge

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • 24-hour security
    • Safe

    General

    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Hypoallergenic
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Wake-up service
    • Soundproof
    • Private entrance
    • Car rental
    • Family rooms
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
    • Room service

    Accessibility

    • Entire unit located on ground floor

    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!

    • Open all year
    • All ages welcome
    • Pool with view
    • Shallow end
    • Pool/Beach towels
    • Pool bar
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Beach umbrellas

    Spa

    • Yoga classes
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Spa facilities
    • Beach umbrellas
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Hot spring bath
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    • Spa
      Additional charge

    Languages Spoken

    • English
    • Spanish

    House rules
    Rio Perdido Hotel & Thermal River takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM
    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
    Check-out
    Until 12:00 PM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children over 8 are welcome.

    Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cards accepted at this hotel
    American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBDiscoverUnionPay debit cardCash is not accepted

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    FAQs about Rio Perdido Hotel & Thermal River

    • Check-in at Rio Perdido Hotel & Thermal River is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

    • Rio Perdido Hotel & Thermal River offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Spa
      • Massage
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Yoga classes
      • Bike tours
      • Swimming pool
      • Hot spring bath
      • Bicycle rental
      • Happy hour
      • Spa/Wellness packages
      • Walking tours
      • Themed dinners
      • Spa facilities
    • The prices at Rio Perdido Hotel & Thermal River may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • Guests staying at Rio Perdido Hotel & Thermal River can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • À la carte
    • Rio Perdido Hotel & Thermal River is 3.7 miles from the center of Fortuna. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, Rio Perdido Hotel & Thermal River is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Room options at Rio Perdido Hotel & Thermal River include:

      • Bungalow
    • Rio Perdido Hotel & Thermal River has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1