Rio Perdido Hotel & Thermal RivervsEl Mangroove, Autograph Collection
Both El Mangroove, Autograph Collection and Rio Perdido are highly recommended by professional reviewers. On balance, El Mangroove, Autograph Collection is preferred by most professionals compared to Rio Perdido. El Mangroove, Autograph Collection has a TripExpert Score of 89 with recommendations from 5 sources including The Telegraph, Forbes Travel Guide and Mr & Mrs Smith.
Rio Perdido Hotel & Thermal River
San Bernardo de Bagaces, Bagaces, Costa Rica
From $268/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
The Telegraph
8.0
"This opulent ecolodge, tucked into pristine dry forest at the foot of the Miravalles Volcano, offers soothing dips in natural hot springs, top-notch mountain biking trails and a palatial restaurant." Full review
Jetsetter
"Classy 600-acre eco-playground with its own hot springs and forest trails at the foot of the Miravalles Volcano." Full review
El Mangroove, Autograph Collection
PO Box 155-4005, Papagayo Bay, Costa Rica
From $190/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"Barefoot luxury abounds at this hip boutique hotel where an airy courtyard leads to a 45-meter pool lined with beach bungalows and modern rooms." Full review
Jetsetter
"A hip beachfront boutique with killer cocktails, decadent food and plenty of sultry details." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"In the province of Guanacaste — known for its pristine shoreline, beautiful mountain ranges, and stunning golden sunsets — the luxury resort’s vibe is private, serene and undeniably stylish. " Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"Mother Nature is queen at El Mangroove, a forest-flanked, family-friendly resort in Costa Rica’s Gulf of Papagayo." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"Sleek design, excellent service and a fabulous location are the hallmarks of El Mangroove, an 85-room resort on Costa Rica’s postcard-worthy Papagayo Gulf." Full review