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Blue River Resort & Hot Springs

3.5 star property
Riverfront hotel with 5 outdoor pools and a full-service spa

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Deluxe Cabin, 2 Queen Beds
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Ecotours
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Gym
  • Spa

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Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
HDTV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 721 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Cabin, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Cabin, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • 721 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Map
600 m West of la Puente and Rio Azul, Dos Rios, Upala, Guayabo, Alajuela

What's nearby

  • La Catedral Waterfall - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • La Leona Waterfall - 78 min drive - 62.2 km
  • Rio Negro Hot Springs - 83 min drive - 42.2 km
  • Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park - 84 min drive - 46.9 km
  • Tenorio Volcano National Park - 110 min drive - 92.6 km

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 126 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nueva Zelandia - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Cafeteria Santa Fe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Paraíso - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪El Guanacaste Restaurante & Bar - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Blue River Resort & Hot Springs

Family-friendly hotel by the river
Consider a stay at Blue River Resort & Hot Springs and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a garden. Active travelers can enjoy a ropes course, ecotours, and horseback riding at this hotel. Treat yourself to a massage, aromatherapy, or a body scrub at the onsite spa. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Tiki Bar and Restaurant, offers lunch, dinner, and a poolside location. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like ziplining. Guests can also expect to find dry cleaning/laundry services, an outdoor entertainment area and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • 5 outdoor pools with a waterslide and sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Hot springs on site, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and tour/ticket assistance
  • A front-desk safe, luggage storage, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to perks like safes and sound-insulated walls.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers

Languages

English, French, Hebrew, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 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
  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Ropes course
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Waterslide
  • Ziplining

Family friendly

  • 5 outdoor pools
  • 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

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • 4 hot springs
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot springs water temperature - 104 ºF
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Mud bath
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • 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 elevator
  • 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 organized 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
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Room service

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
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: noon
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 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 ahead of time 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 28.25 per pet, per stay
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 77 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 9 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per day

Property payment types

MONETIZATION_ON

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 28.25 per pet, per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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; cash is not accepted
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Blue River Resort & Hot Springs have a pool?

Yes, this property has 5 outdoor pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Blue River Resort & Hot Springs?

As of Mar 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue River Resort & Hot Springs on Apr 23, 2025 start from CA $215.7, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Blue River Resort & Hot Springs pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 77 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 28.25 per pet, per stay.

How much is parking at Blue River Resort & Hot Springs?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Blue River Resort & Hot Springs?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: noon.

What time is check-out at Blue River Resort & Hot Springs?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Blue River Resort & Hot Springs provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Blue River Resort & Hot Springs located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly hotel is 29.1 mi (46.8 km) from Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park.

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Blue River Resort & Hot Springs Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 200 out of 390 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 126 out of 390 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 390 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 390 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 390 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Beautiful property! All staff are incredibly helpful and kind!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackson

Wonderful place with great amenities and kind stewards. Will travel here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystyna

Beautiful location. The gardens and pools were lovely and secluded. The staff went above and beyond. The first day our children asked for syrup with their pancakes and it wasn’t available, so the next day, sure enough-syrup for our pancakes! It’s the little things that stand out! It’s secluded, but that’s part of the charm ☺️
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bozena

Beautiful place with hot springs Amazing waterfalls Nice hiking
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelli

Amazing facility, lots to do and see, staff was wonderful!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Everything from beginning to end was amazing!! Everything was short walking distance and the staff were all incredible, highly recommended. James Brock
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Dean

We were so pleased with the thermal pools. No smell. We had them almost to ourselves mid February and thought the temp was perfect- the fresh water pool with slide was too cold tho. The property had lovely gardens and butterflies and sauna. Worth the sketchy roads we did at night not realizing we’d have to leave pavement for an hour or more @ 20 mph max
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Wonderful people at this property. From the moment we arrived, everyone was friendly, helpful and willing to make our time memorable. Costa Rica is a special place-Blue River encompasses that. I would definitely come back and we were so happy our first time in CR was here.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

We absolutely loved our 9 night stay at Blue River Resort and Hot Springs! The staff were all lovely and we had 3 amazing hiking tours with Kaylor to Sublime, Cathedral and a personalized night hike so that we could see red eyed tree frogs (we saw loads!). At the beginning of our stay I told Kaylor that I really wanted to see a sloth, so he made it his homework to find me one. He spent 30 mins looking in the botanical garden and he found me my sloth, and on my birthday to boot! We went to the farm where he grew up, met his father who had their horse saddled and ready for us when we retired from the Sublime hike. Sublime was incredible - the bluest pools of water and beautiful falls you will ever see. Kevin, Kaylor’s brother was also very sweet and works as a server at the restaurant. The food was quite good, but the food at Maryita’s and the other restaurant in Gavilan was DELICIOUS!!! If you want authentic Costa Rican food you should eat in town. We loved this place, the village and the beautiful people of the area. It was well worth the crazy rough road you have to drive in on.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elena

The people were great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Shoham

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We got a room with no water at all
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Blue River is great. The grounds are beautiful, the room is nice with a comfortable bed, and the hammock on the patio was perfect for relaxing. The free breakfast in the morning is great, along with the rest of the menu. I love the volcanic mud, the natural thermal pool sauna, and the butterfly garden. This was my 2nd stay here & I will def be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Very beautiful area! The resort is very peaceful and relaxing. The hot springs are amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irina

Good location and large clean lodging
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Great facility with wonderful staff. Tour guides were awesome. Food was very good a reasonably priced. Room was really fun. Would come back again for sure!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Maria

The resort itself was nice. You had a private cabin that was kept clean and the property had much to explore in terms of pools and gardens. The real amenity of this property is its proximity to Cocina de Mayrita - which is the most delicious food I’ve had in Costa Rica and probably ever. Maybe 10 mins away from the resort, their cheap food and amazing hospitality makes the stay worth it. Not much else nearby. Food at the resort was alright, but wouldn’t stay more than a few nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Very Peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

What a marvelous location for both the adults and the children. We loved our room, the service in the restaurant and the excursions. I would highly recommend this experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jocelyn

We’re a family of 5 and shared one of their rustic cabins. We love the lush foliage,flora & fauna. Unique rainforest experience, surrounded by fragrant flowers,beautiful gardens, sustainable environment. Great staff,friendly people.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Rejuvenating. Loved the pools and butterfly garden and mud
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Amazing spot hidden in the jungle.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The property was very well-maintained.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Harold

Good place to visit Hot springs are very nice very clean lots to do around area Nice rooms great place to spend a couple days or a week Scott
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sierra

The gardens and pools were wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Lovely resort and property, secluded and unique. Excellent hot springs and activities, a hidden gem.