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Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa

4.5 star property
Upscale Colonial hotel connected to a shopping center with 2 outdoor pools

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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Exterior
Superior Double Room
Property entrance
Restaurant

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • All-inclusive
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Carretera a Orosi de Puente Negro, 2.5 km mano derecha, Dulce Nombre, Cartago, 95-7100
  • Place, Iglesia de San José Orosi
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Museo de San José Orosi
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Lankester Botanical Garden
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Room options

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King Room with Garden View

King Room with Garden View

  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room with Two Double Beds

Standard Double Room with Two Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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One-Bedroom Chalet

One-Bedroom Chalet

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite with Mountain View

Suite with Mountain View

  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

  • 68 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Two-Bedroom Villa

Two-Bedroom Villa

  • 120 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, down comforters, alarm clocks

Economy Double Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Dulce Nombre

On riverwalk.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this hotel, you'll find Iglesia de San José Orosi and Museo de San José Orosi. Lankester Botanical Garden and Mirador Orosi are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Iglesia de San José Orosi - 11 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Museo de San José Orosi - 11 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Mirador Orosi - 13 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Lankester Gardens - 13 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Lankester Botanical Garden - 14 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • San Jose Curridabat Station - 39 min drive
  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizzeria Il Giardino - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bar y Restaurante Coto - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bar El Nido - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Onde Su Agüela - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪San José, Cabecar - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa

Upscale Colonial hotel connected to a shopping center with 2 outdoor pools
Some rates at Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa are all-inclusive. These rates include onsite meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa offers its guests hot springs, 2 outdoor swimming pools, a hot tub, and a sauna. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 poolside bars and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. Event space at this hotel measures 269 square feet (25 square meters) and includes a conference center. Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa. Free self parking is available.

This Colonial Dulce Nombre hotel is smoke free.

  • 69 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 6 buildings
  • 2 bars by the pool
  • 269 sq ft of conference space
  • 25 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1996
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa offers 69 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body wraps. There are hot springs on site.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 poolside bars
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Hot springs
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 10 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.
  • Up to 2 children 10 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.

Property is also known as

Hotel Rio Perlas Spa & Resort
Hotel Rio Perlas Spa & Resort Orosi
Perlas Rio
Rio Perlas
Rio Perlas Spa
Rio Perlas Spa Orosi
Hotel Rio Perlas Spa Resort Orosi
Hotel Rio Perlas Spa Resort
Hotel Rio Perlas Spa Resort
Perlas Thermal & Dulce Nombre
Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa Hotel
Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa Dulce Nombre
Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa Hotel Dulce Nombre

Reviews

Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 163 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 68 out of 163 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 163 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 163 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 163 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leonela, Pawtucket

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We purchased a day pass to enjoy the beautiful hot springs at Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa, and it was absolutely worth it! The pools were relaxing and well-maintained, and we also went on a scenic hike that made the experience even more special. One of the highlights was visiting the farm and getting to pet the animals—it added such a fun, unique touch. We had an amazing time overall and definitely plan to return when we’re back in Costa Rica!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Viktoriya

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ramon

Travelled with family
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting. Friendly and helpful staff. Great experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Esteban

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

AA

Travelled with family, Business traveller
The surroundings was very relaxing. I would go back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service

Beautiful but not exactly like the description

Hotel Rio Perlas is in a beautiful remote setting. (In other words, don't plan on eating out anywhere but at the restaurant and bring any snacks you want with you.) The property is lush, green and tropical. Hidden among the vegetation you will find small concrete hot tubs. There are enough to go around so you don't have to share. There are also 2 large pools, one hot spring fed and the other one is cool. Unlike the amenities listed, there was no down comforter (who needs it in the tropics anyway), no were there blackout curtains and the toiletries certainly weren't "designer." Once I got over the feeling of being deceived, we had a very nice stay, in spite of the moldy room smell. (Hard to solve that one in the tropics). The staff was pleasant. The breakfast was fine but not spectacular. I had to ask the woman attending the restaurant twice to bring more fruit and silverware. (She was busy talking on her cell phone.) If you love natural beauty and have expectations for 3 star and not 5, this is a peaceful place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

M. Suzy

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Probably great but not worth it for off season.

We rented the Presidential Suite and it was impressive. The grounds with the hidden hot springs and steep hike to the waterfall are really enjoyable. Being off season, the place was a ghost town. I get it that the hotel wants to save on resources when there are so few guests but they took it to a ridiculous level. We had no towels in our room which they kindly brought us but then we had no swim towels so we had to use our shower towels. The restaurant was empty and when we were pointed to a table that had no less than six dead bugs on the table cloth, the waitress got an attitude when we asked her to wipe them off and instead grabbed up the table cloth and all and slammed down a paper napkin holder rather than give is the cloth ones. My wine glass was cracked and my water glass had lipstick on it. The small plate of pasta in oil was $15. The waitress gave us 2 bottles of wine to choose from and just set the bottle down without opening it, pouring it, or having us taste it. When my son went to the lobby for water they told him no, because they just mopped. Don’t get me started on asking for a wine bottle opener for a room with a wet bar, fridge, and wine glasses. If you are going to strip it down to no service/awful service, you should simply close for the slow month, not treat your few guests like they are a nuisance.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Sonja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved our stay here. It is kind of out of the way to get to, but there was really no reason to go anywhere. The grounds are amazing and we loved swimming in the hot springs pool. Restaurant on site had delicious dinner and amazing breakfast (typical fare, but buffet style and high quality).
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

Giovanni

Bad Food here, better places for similar value

Personally I liked the nature, and the relaxing sounds of the river, however in terms of hotel services there're shady actions that make you dislike this place. Food, very bad. You have free breakfast but don't expect good taste, temperature or variety on this one, seems that the hotel want to save a lot of money on their free breakfast so, low your expectations to a regular hostel meal. Buffet Breakfast Serving portions are managed by staff so you don't go crazy with it; Restaurant menu is very limited and portions very small I do reccomend to leave the place and eat somewhere else, is a touris area and you can find much better prices and local flavors around. Main gate close at 9pm , if you leave your room for dinner be aware that if you don't come before 9pm you will end up sleeping in your car./ Lack of proper information to find places: Theres suppose to be a waterfall, we walked and almost end up lost in the mountain because there's no clear path to this place, the receptionist will explain a cartoon map with the location and thats all you have. If you're looking for a relaxing place for a massage o spa experience go to San Carlos, this is not even close with the quality you may find there.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful property, terrible food. Still chewing on a piece of premium steak, that took over 50 minutes to deliver, after waiting a reslly long time for my order to de taken. Dinner wasn’t better, Cordon-Blue piece of chicken was dissatisfying
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Safran, Las vegas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Speechless. I have stayed so many places in my life and this is the most magical. I sprained my ankle our first day leaving our room. The owner scooped me up put me in a car and Viktor the owner at PURA PORA took me and gave us the most amazing experience. Then gave me a walking stick to get around with. Pura pora is a MUST GO! RIO PERLAS is the most peaceful romantic and friendliest resort Ive ever been too. And by far my favorite spot in Costa Rica. Our second day we ran around town and came back and soaked in the thermal pools by the river. Perfect temperature! Our room 139 is next to a waterfall that pools into a large pond with an outlook. Its located in Tapanti and you can hike around without leaving. Viktor also sculpted the most incredible art pieces around the resort that are fun to find. All in all it was the most memorable and sacred experience that I will cherish for all my life. Cant wait to come back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff . Clean room . Peaceful and love the views
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Visionhawk, Santa Rosa, CA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful place, beautiful people!!!

Can't say enough about this hotel. Great place! River is beautiful, good food. nice rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place is so beautiful, You must be ready for walking up and down hill. I recommended to anyone. but.... I was not too thrill with the housekeeping. the place is huge so I suggest to have a golf cart picking up people to take them different places. I was disappointed on our last night at the restaurant, we had bad service. all other days was fine. I also recommend to set some bird feeders around to attract birds. We also had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good for one night

The hotel description says 2 restaurants but one was closed when we were there. The premises were nice but could use a little updating. The bed was a little hard for my tastes.

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A little piece of paradise.

This is our second stay here, the first being six years ago for our sons wedding. The resort is a small piece of paradise nestling in the rain forest with a large varied selection of accommodation ranging from the large presidential bungalow with two bedrooms, spa bath and lounge with a bar! to the smaller bungalows /cabinas and wooden cabins, plus two blocks of apartments. The whole resort nestles in several acres of manicured rainforest with well cared for pathways and gardens and the hot thermally fed pool is wonderful to swim in and relax around. The restaurant and bar is positioned higher up to benefit from views over the the resort and offers Breakfast lunch and dinner. The area around Orosi valley is part of the oldest in Costa Rica and the drive around lake Cachi offers fantastic scenery and views. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful, all in all a wonderful experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018