Blue River Resort & Hot Springs is a great choice for a stay in Guayabo. Guests can indulge in deep-tissue massages, aromatherapy, or reflexology, and grab a bite to eat at Tiki Bar and Restaurant, which serves local and international cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other highlights include 5 outdoor pools, a bar/lounge, and a fitness center. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
600 m West of la Puente and Rio Azul, Dos Rios, Upala, Guayabo, Alajuela
What's nearby
La Catedral Waterfall - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Getting around
Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 126 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Panaderia Marcela - 15 min drive
Nueva Zelandia - 22 min drive
El Guanacaste Restaurante & Bar - 6 min drive
Restaurante Paraíso - 14 min drive
Cafeteria Santa Fe - 6 min drive
About this property
Blue River Resort & Hot Springs
Blue River Resort & Hot Springs is a great choice for a stay in Guayabo. Guests can indulge in deep-tissue massages, aromatherapy, or reflexology, and grab a bite to eat at Tiki Bar and Restaurant, which serves local and international cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other highlights include 5 outdoor pools, a bar/lounge, and a fitness center. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
24 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18
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Children
Children (9 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 29 lbs per pet)*
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Transfers
Airport shuttle*
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Offsite
Area shuttle within 150 mi*
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
Water dispenser
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Waterslide
Children's menu
What to do
Ecotours
Rope course
Horse riding/rentals
Ziplining
Hot springs
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Water tubing nearby
Segway rentals/tours nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2010
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Fitness center
5 outdoor pools
Spa services
Sauna
Massage/treatment rooms
Steam room
Waterslide
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
Local culture & ecosystem education
100% renewable energy
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Water dispenser
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Banquet hall
Outdoor entertainment area
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
42-inch LCD TV
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Bathrobes
Sleep well
Down comforter
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Pillowtop mattress
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
In-room massage
Individually furnished
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Access via exterior corridors
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite 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.
Dining
Tiki Bar and Restaurant - This poolside restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 15 per stay
Rollaway beds are available for USD 28.5 per day
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 28.50 per pet, per stay
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Blue River Hot Springs Rincon de la Vieja
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Frequently asked questions
Does Blue River Resort & Hot Springs offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Blue River Resort & Hot Springs does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Blue River Resort & Hot Springs?
Yes, there are 5 outdoor pools.
Are pets allowed at Blue River Resort & Hot Springs?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 29 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 28.50 per pet, per stay.
Is parking offered on site at Blue River Resort & Hot Springs?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Blue River Resort & Hot Springs?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Blue River Resort & Hot Springs?
You can check in starting at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Blue River Resort & Hot Springs and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like horseback riding and ziplining. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours and hot springs. Enjoy a swim in one of the 5 outdoor swimming pools or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a waterslide and a sauna. Blue River Resort & Hot Springs also has a steam room and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Blue River Resort & Hot Springs?
Yes, Tiki Bar and Restaurant offers local and international cuisine, garden views, and poolside dining.
What's the area around Blue River Resort & Hot Springs like?
Blue River Resort & Hot Springs is located by the river.
Popular attractions include Santa Rosa National Park, which is 54 minutes away by car.
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Reviews
Blue River Resort & Hot Springs Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.0
Cleanliness
7.4
Location
9.0
Staff & service
9.4
Eco-friendliness
8.6
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
The pools were refreshing, clean, and enjoyable, with multiple options including hot and fresh water pools. (7 reviews)
The hot springs and multiple pools on site were a highlight of the stay, providing a relaxing and rejuvenating experience. (4 reviews)
The thermal spa and hot springs were great, with multiple pools and a relaxing atmosphere. (3 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
May 21, 2025
This resort was beautiful and I felt so at peace staying there. The grounds were immaculate and soaking in the hot springs was the highlight part of my evening. Highly recommend!
Tailakesha
Tailakesha, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 21, 2025
Very nice resort but very remote with limited options for food and activities when it rains. The staff was great and the natural setting wonderful.
Lori-Ann
Lori-Ann, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 15, 2025
Property was amazing
Adrian
Adrian, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 20, 2025
Wonderful place with great amenities and kind stewards. Will travel here again.
Jackson
Jackson, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 18, 2025
Beautiful property! All staff are incredibly helpful and kind!
Craig
Craig, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 30, 2025
Beautiful grounds, lovely, hot springs, nice hotel. The road is the only difficult thing about the property.
Sara
Sara, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 2, 2024
Amazing facility, lots to do and see, staff was wonderful!!
Kelli
Kelli, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 30, 2025
Beautiful place with hot springs
Amazing waterfalls
Nice hiking
Bozena
Bozena, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 7, 2025
Was there in the off season. Breakfast was suppose to be 7am to 9pm but they stopped bringing out food at 8am and put everything away at 8:30. For meals had to ask staff for the menu, walk over to get their attention to order, and then remind them to bring out the food. This happened for every meal.
Grounds were nice but not everything was maintained.
The food was excellent though.
Jonathan
Jonathan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 3, 2025
Rustic charm in the rainforest
Rustic and wonderful!! Various soaking options, beautiful grounds & flowers & butterflies and flora and fauna. We even saw a sloth and howler monkeys. Massages therapist has magic hands! We would def stay here again. Be prepared to travel far on bumpy road. Food was great off the ball inclusive menu. People soooo friendly!
Michelle
Michelle, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 9, 2024
The people were great
Elena
Elena, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 30, 2024
Good location and large clean lodging
Irina
Irina, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 17, 2025
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 ☺️
Krystyna
Krystyna, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 26, 2024
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.
Kim
Kim, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 16, 2025
Everything from beginning to end was amazing!! Everything was short walking distance and the staff were all incredible, highly recommended.
James Brock
Jamie
Jamie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 20, 2025
Exceptional service!
Absolutely amazing grounds and service was beyond expectations. My daughter left her AirPods And they mailed them to us in the US!
jennifer
jennifer, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Apr 16, 2025
Check the room hot water and the issue with all the bathroom get wet when open the shower.
And the issue of the hot water on the shower continue for the second day, you will consider to move us to another room, because you have 5 available rooms.
Carlos
Carlos, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 8, 2023
The gardens and pools were wonderful
Sierra
Sierra, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 25, 2022
Lovely resort and property, secluded and unique.
Excellent hot springs and activities, a hidden gem.
Phil
8/10 Very good
Feb 18, 2025
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
Dean
Dean, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 27, 2024
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!
Erika
Erika, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2024
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!!
Laura
Laura, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 11, 2024
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.