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Blue River Resort & Hot Springs

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

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5 outdoor pools, pool loungers
Deluxe Cabin, 1 King Bed
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Reception
Ecotours
Consider a stay at Blue River Resort & Hot Springs and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace and a garden. Active travellers can enjoy ecotours, horse riding and ziplining at this hotel. Indulge in reflexology, a Swedish massage and a facial at the on-site spa. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Tiki Bar and Restaurant, offers lunch, dinner and a poolside location. Guests can also expect to find dry cleaning/laundry services, an outdoor entertainment area and a bar.
VIP Access

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
The current price is NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Garden

Spa

The on-site spa has 2 treatment rooms including couples treatment rooms. The property's spa offers deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and in-room massages. Types of treatments available include aromatherapy and body scrubs. Other on-site facilities include a steam room, a mud bath, and a sauna.

Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot springs/mineral springs

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Deluxe Cabin, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Cabin, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
HDTV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • 67 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Cabin, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Cabin, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • 67 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Located in Guayabo, Blue River Resort & Hot Springs is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park and Tenorio Volcano National Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Miravalles Maze and Butterfly Garden Paraíso. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Map
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

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Panaderia Marcela - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Nueva Zelandia - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Cafeteria Santa Fe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪El Guanacaste Restaurante & Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Paraíso - ‬14 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 free continental breakfast, a terrace and a garden. Active travellers can enjoy ecotours, horse riding and ziplining at this hotel. Treat yourself to reflexology, a Swedish massage or a facial at the on-site spa. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Tiki Bar and Restaurant, offers lunch, dinner and a poolside location. Guests can also expect to find dry cleaning/laundry services, an outdoor entertainment area and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • 5 outdoor pools, along with a waterslide and sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Hot springs on-site, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff, tour/ticket information and wedding services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to perks such as 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

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 are allowed for an extra charge of USD 28.25 per pet, per stay
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 35 kg 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.

Payment types

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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 19 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue River Resort & Hot Springs on 21 Sept 2025 start from NZ$186.68, including 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 35 kg 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?

Checkout 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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