Nayara SpringsvsRio Perdido Hotel & Thermal River
Both Rio Perdido and Nayara Springs are rated highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Nayara Springs is the choice of most reviewers compared to Rio Perdido. Nayara Springs has a TripExpert Score of 88 with endorsements from 5 reviewers such as Condé Nast Traveler, Jetsetter and The Telegraph.
Nayara Springs
4 miles west from la Fortuna Town, La Fortuna de San Carlos, Arenal Volcano National Park 21007, Costa Rica
From $620/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Condé Nast Traveler
"This new boutique hotel is a Costa Rican dream for anyone looking for a secluded vacation spot." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"The adults-only Nayara Springs is one of the most intimate and luxurious hotels in the country." Full review
Jetsetter
"Clutch of villas perched atop a Costa Rican rainforest, with plunge pools, outdoor showers, and volcano views." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"Located in Arenal Volcano National Park, Nayara Springs is a Costa Rican getaway that teems with tropical beauty and biodiversity." Full review
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• Don't miss the bird watching around the property.
Travel + Leisure
"Courtesy of Nayara Springs
At Nayara Springs, each of the 16 villas comes with its own plunge pool, drawing on mineral-rich spring waters from Arenal Volcano next door." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"Luxurious in every way, the 16-room, adult-only resort Nayara Springs is the top resort in the area for couples seeking romance and privacy -- but who can do without volcano views" Full review
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