Rio Perdido Hotel & Thermal RivervsTortuga Lodge & Gardens
Rio Perdido and Tortuga Lodge & Gardens are both recommended by experts. Overall, Tortuga Lodge & Gardens scores significantly better than Rio Perdido. Tortuga Lodge & Gardens is ranked #12 in Costa Rica with approval from 4 reviews such as The Telegraph, Lonely Planet and Fodor's.
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
Tortuga Lodge & Gardens
Across from the airstrip, 1 mile north of the Town of Tortuguero, Tortuguero 6941, Costa Rica
From $238/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
The Telegraph
9.0
"This sophisticated and intimate river lodge is the ultimate glamp, bringing guests close to nature without ever subjecting them to its discomforts." Full review
Fodor's
"Lush lawns, orchids, and tropical trees surround this thatched riverside lodge owned by Costa Rica Expeditions and renowned for its nature packages and top-notch, personalized service." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Just north of Tortuguero and right on the canal, this upscale lodge stands on nearly 50 acres of tropical forest and gardens." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The property sits on the Caribbean coastline in its own private nature reserve, making it a nature and adventure lover's dream destination...includes an a la carte breakfast, lunch, and dinner"
Frommer's
"It has amenities like ceiling fans, solar powered hot water, and landscaped gardens—plus a snazzy stone-lined pool, a waterfront dining room with some of the better local cuisine" Full review