Blue River Resort & Hot Springs

3.5 star property
VIP Access

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Hot springs
Deluxe Cabin, 2 Queen Beds | Down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually furnished
Ecotours
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot springs/mineral springs
Garden

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym
  • Breakfast included
  • Bar

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
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park
  • Place, Rincón de la Vieja Volcano
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪97 min drive‬
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for BONUS+ members

Room options

Deluxe Cabin, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 67 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Cabin, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 67 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Blue River Resort & Hot Springs

Riverfront hotel with 5 outdoor pools and full-service spa
5 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and a restaurant are available at this hotel. Free continental breakfast and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a fitness centre, a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
Blue River Resort & Hot Springs offers 25 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. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
5 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a waterslide and a sauna. Other recreational amenities include a fitness centre.

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

The on-site spa has 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. The spa is equipped with a mud bath and a sauna. The spa is open daily. 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 continental 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 Swedish massages, facials or reflexology at the 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
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee
As a guest of Blue River Resort & Hot Springs, you'll find a full-service spa, hot springs, and 5 outdoor swimming pools. 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 fitness centre, a sauna, and a terrace 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 continental 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.
Room service 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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental 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
  • 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 - 40 ºC
  • 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 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
  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • 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

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

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
This property enforces quiet hours from 9:00 PM to 7:30 AM

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 28.25 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 77 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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per day.

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

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; 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
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 8 AM - 8 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of 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. At the property, quiet hours are enforced between 9:00 PM and 7:30 AM.

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).

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