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About the Hotel

A Orosi, 2Km Y Medio Del Pte.Rio Negro Dcha, Cartago, Costa Rica

Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa, a 5-star spa hotel, features natural thermal spring pools and a full-service spa. Nestled in the Orosi Valley, this Cartago hotel is designed for relaxation with scenic views of mountains and rivers.

Rooms & Amenities

Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa offers 6 Standard rooms, 34 River Sound Suites, 17 Wood Cabins, 3 Mountain View Suites, 3 Honeymoon Suites, 1 Master Suite, and 1 Presidential Suite. All accommodations include free breakfast and feature a coffee maker, flat-screen TV, and private terraces for views of the river or mountains.

Dining Options

Dining options include La Taberna del Capitán, which serves Costa Rican cuisine for all meals, and El Rancho Restaurant, offering a buffet breakfast. Additionally, Las Loras provides snacks and beverages next to the thermal pool.

Leisure & Activities

The resort features a natural thermal spring swimming pool, spa treatments with on-site volcanic thermal springs, and multiple hiking trails with waterfalls. Outdoor activities include whitewater rafting on the Pacuare River and visits to the nearby Lankester Botanical Gardens, which host over 3000 plant species.

Services & Local Area

The conference center can host events for up to 150 guests, making it suitable for meetings or parties. The reception offers 24/7 service to assist with guest inquiries and local attractions, including the Irazu Volcano and Tapanti National Park.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

King Room

Max:

2 persons

485 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Lake view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Family Room

Max:

4 persons

540 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

Lake view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Superior Double Room

Max:

4 persons

735 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Garden view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Getting around

Comprehensive guide to transport options for seamless travel

City Center

Cartago 4.5 mi

Airports

Tobias Bolanos International (SYQ) 27.5 mi

Juan Santamaria International (SJO) 32.8 mi

What our guests says about facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Relaxing Thermal Pool

During my stay, I absolutely fell in love with the large hot springs pool. It was incredibly soothing to soak in its warm waters, providing much-needed relaxation after a hike. The thermal pool was well-maintained and inviting, making it a perfect retreat during my vacation.

Josephine27. United States, 2024-03-01Read full review on

Spacious Honeymoon Suite

I enjoyed a fantastic stay in the honeymoon suite, which was spacious, clean, and incredibly comfortable. The whirlpool in the suite added a romantic touch to our experience, and it was wonderful to unwind after a full day of exploring the beautiful surroundings.

Roy32. Canada, 2024-04-15Read full review on

Comfortable and Cozy

The bed in my room was quite comfortable, allowing for a restful night's sleep. While I noticed the pillows could have been thicker for better neck support, overall, the room setup was cozy and inviting. It made my nighttime retreat very pleasant.

Gregory45. Australia, 2024-05-30Read full review on

Pleasant Dinner Experience

We had one nice dinner at the resort, and I was pleased with the quality of the food. The ambiance was nice, and while the prices were a bit higher than expected for the area, the experience was still enjoyable and the meal satisfying.

Lauren19. United Kingdom, 2024-06-20Read full review on

What’s included

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Free parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Currency exchange
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Pool tables

Services

Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Grocery shopping service
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Dinner
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Live entertainment
Sun terrace
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Spa & wellness center
Sauna
Steam room
Jacuzzi
Back massage
Full body massage
Hot spring bath
Open-air bath
Public Bath
Shallow end

Room features

Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Location

A Orosi, 2Km Y Medio Del Pte.Rio Negro Dcha, Cartago, Costa Rica

Map view

A Orosi, 2Km Y Medio Del Pte.Rio Negro Dcha, Cartago, Costa Rica

City landmarks

Cartago Province

valle de orosi

1.1 mi

Llano Grande

Solo Rosas

1.5 mi

Sanchiri

2.0 mi

Turrialba Volcano

1.5 mi

Parks

Jardin Botanico Lankester

2.7 mi

Travel-PuraVida

1.5 mi

East of the Plaza Mayor of the city

Ruinas de Cartago

1.5 mi

Iglesia de San Diego

1.5 mi

Church

Orosi church

2.2 mi

Parks

Mirador de Orosi

2.3 mi

Amusement Park

Play, Sanchiri

1.8 mi

Church

Iglesia de San Jose de Orosi and the Museum

2.2 mi

Valle de Orosi

Parque Charrarra

2.2 mi

Camping

Expresion Laguna Dona Ana Park

2.3 mi

Balneario de Aguas Termales Orosi

2.1 mi

Museo Convento Franciscano San Jose de Orosi

2.2 mi

Museo de San Jose Orosi

2.2 mi

Iglesia de La Laguna

2.2 mi

Aventuras Orosi

2.3 mi

Iglesia de Lourdes de Agua Caliente

2.3 mi

Church

Iglesia De Lourdes

2.3 mi

Convento Hermanas Clarisas

2.4 mi

Monastery

Convento de Claustro

2.5 mi

Farm

Agrotourism Finca Sermide

2.7 mi

Helechos

2.6 mi

Iglesia de Santa Lucia Virgen y Martir

2.6 mi

Calle Central

Paraiso Park

3.0 mi

Palmeras

2.6 mi

Zingiberales

2.6 mi

Nearby

Cartago Province

valle de orosi

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Reviews and Ratings

Reviews from guests about their experience.

66%

loved their spa retreat and can’t wait to return.

Gorgeous natural springs

Spacious and rustic casita

Limited dining options

Inconsistent service

6.6/10

Nice

Rooms

5.7

Location

9.0

Service

7.0

Dining

5.0

3.5/5 based on 277 reviews

#3 of 4 hotels in Orosi based on Tripadvisor

John

United States of America, February 2025

7.0/10

Rooms

Service

Location

Dining

Facilities

Mike

United States of America, January 2025

6.6/10

The hotel boasts stunning grounds with beautiful views, making it a peaceful retreat. However, the rooms, while spacious, feel basic and lack some essential amenities. Service can also be hit or miss, with some excellent staff and some not so friendly. The dining experience left much to be desired, especially in terms of variety and taste.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms are spacious but basic, showing their age and needing updates. They felt clean but could use some attention to detail.

Service

7.0

While some staff members were incredibly friendly and helpful, other interactions felt lacking in warmth and attentiveness.

Location

9.0

The location is absolutely stunning, surrounded by beautiful mountains and peaceful trails that are a joy to explore.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was limited, with only a few options for breakfast, and the dinner did not live up to expectations with bland food.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities are vast and set in a beautiful environment, but many areas felt empty and under-utilized, lacking proper service.

Henry

United States of America, December 2024

6.0/10

While the hotel has beautiful scenery and a serene atmosphere, its facilities are in need of significant improvement. The rooms offered a unique experience but were quite dated and comfort was lacking. The staff were kind and attentive, which added a warm touch to our stay. However, the property’s condition made our visit less enjoyable than we had hoped.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were spacious and had potential, but they were distinctly dated with minimal functionality. Our first room had issues with cleanliness and maintenance, leading us to request another room.

Service

8.0

The staff were friendly and accommodating, assisting with our luggage and providing helpful service throughout our stay. Their attentiveness was definitely a highlight.

Location

9.0

The property is located in a beautifully scenic area, surrounded by nature paths and vibrant flora, which made exploring enjoyable despite the steep terrain to access the cabins.

Dining

5.0

Dining was somewhat underwhelming, with limited options and quality that varied throughout our stay, especially when the food was available.

Facilities

5.0

Facilities seemed quite run down, with a lovely pool that unfortunately was not clean and needed attention. The amenities did not meet expectations.

George

United States of America, October 2024

7.0/10

The hotel is situated in a stunning mountain valley with beautiful natural hot springs, which was definitely a highlight. The property itself is gorgeous and rustic, but the dining options fell short with limited choices and uneven service. It's a captivating escape, but the restaurant experience and lack of room amenities could be improved significantly.

Rooms

7.0

The casita we stayed in was spacious and comfortable, though it had a rustic feel that may not align with luxury expectations.

Service

6.0

The staff were kind-hearted and helpful, but the service was inconsistent, especially with dining and room cleaning.

Location

9.0

The location is nestled in a beautiful, steep-sided valley, perfect for a serene getaway.

Dining

5.0

The dining was just okay, with very few breakfast options and overpriced dinner choices that weren’t very satisfying.