Hacienda Guachipelin is a rustic, three-pearl property located on a working cattle ranch on the border of Rincon de la Vieja National Park. The ranch’s 64 rooms and suites are simple, yet appealing, and some offer mini-fridges and coffeemakers. The ranch features wonderful hiking trails, an outdoor spring-fed swimming pool, and free access to a set of natural hot springs. For a fee, guests can also enjoy activities ranging from horseback riding to river inner-tubing. While the ranch’s remote location is part of its allure, it also means that guests should be prepared for a rough, 30-minute journey to the nearest shops and restaurants (although the ranch has an adequate restaurant of its own on-site and serves free breakfast). Guests may want to compare rates and amenities with nearby Buena Vista Lodge, which offers a similar experience.
Hacienda Guachipelin is a rustic, three-pearl property located on a working cattle ranch on the border of Rincon de la Vieja National Park. The ranch’s 64 rooms and suites are simple, yet appealing, and some offer mini-fridges and coffeemakers. The ranch features wonderful hiking trails, an outdoor spring-fed swimming pool, and free access to a set of natural hot springs. For a fee, guests can also enjoy activities ranging from horseback riding to river inner-tubing. While the ranch’s remote location is part of its allure, it also means that guests should be prepared for a rough, 30-minute journey to the nearest shops and restaurants (although the ranch has an adequate restaurant of its own on-site and serves free breakfast). Guests may want to compare rates and amenities with nearby Buena Vista Lodge, which offers a similar experience.
Blue River Resort & Hot Springs is a mid-range property located high in the mountains of Guanacaste’s Rincon de la Vieja region. Surrounded by wilderness (and yes, there really is a blue river), the setting is undoubtedly serene and includes natural hot springs, botanical gardens, and an incredible butterfly habitat. Rooms are housed in rustic-looking log cabins, which come complete with front porches and outdoor hammocks. Guests come to Blue River not only for the hot springs, but also for the resort’s array of outdoor adventure activities, such as zip-lining, horseback riding, and water tubing. The hotel’s one restaurant serves a free breakfast, as well as lunch and dinner, and is a popular spot for guests to hang out in the evening -- unsurprising considering there’s no nighttime entertainment and it’s the only spot on the property with Wi-Fi. Travelers looking for a similar hotel with more luxurious accommodations should check out Hotel Borrinquen Mountain Resort, which is also in Rincon de la Vieja, about two hours away.
Blue River Resort & Hot Springs is a mid-range property located high in the mountains of Guanacaste’s Rincon de la Vieja region. Surrounded by wilderness (and yes, there really is a blue river), the setting is undoubtedly serene and includes natural hot springs, botanical gardens, and an incredible butterfly habitat. Rooms are housed in rustic-looking log cabins, which come complete with front porches and outdoor hammocks. Guests come to Blue River not only for the hot springs, but also for the resort’s array of outdoor adventure activities, such as zip-lining, horseback riding, and water tubing. The hotel’s one restaurant serves a free breakfast, as well as lunch and dinner, and is a popular spot for guests to hang out in the evening -- unsurprising considering there’s no nighttime entertainment and it’s the only spot on the property with Wi-Fi. Travelers looking for a similar hotel with more luxurious accommodations should check out Hotel Borrinquen Mountain Resort, which is also in Rincon de la Vieja, about two hours away.
This secluded, upper-middle-range property located high in the mountains of Rincon de la Vieja is surrounded by wilderness, and completely serene except for the occasional chatter of local howler monkeys. The 23 rooms are rustic-luxe casitas, which come complete with private decks and outdoor hammocks. Guests come to Borinquen not only for the hot springs but also for the resort’s incredible array of outdoor adventure activities, like zip-lining, horseback riding, and water tubing. For those looking more for relaxation than adventure, there are also a large outdoor pool and a beautiful spa. The hotel’s one restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and is the only spot on the property with Wi-Fi. Borinquen’s hilly property means getting around can be difficult. Anyone looking for a more rustic resort should check out Blue River Resort & Hot Springs, which is also in Rincon de la Vieja about two hours away.
This secluded, upper-middle-range property located high in the mountains of Rincon de la Vieja is surrounded by wilderness, and completely serene except for the occasional chatter of local howler monkeys. The 23 rooms are rustic-luxe casitas, which come complete with private decks and outdoor hammocks. Guests come to Borinquen not only for the hot springs but also for the resort’s incredible array of outdoor adventure activities, like zip-lining, horseback riding, and water tubing. For those looking more for relaxation than adventure, there are also a large outdoor pool and a beautiful spa. The hotel’s one restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and is the only spot on the property with Wi-Fi. Borinquen’s hilly property means getting around can be difficult. Anyone looking for a more rustic resort should check out Blue River Resort & Hot Springs, which is also in Rincon de la Vieja about two hours away.
Buena Vista Lodge is a two-and-a-half-pearl property located on the outskirts of Rincon de la Vieja National Park. The lodge’s 76 rooms are plain and practical, with no TVs, no AC, and minimal natural light; however, it’s the exciting line-up of activities that draw guests to this property, rather than the rooms. The lodge’s back country location lends itself to adventure and nature pursuits ranging from canopy tours to lounging in hot springs. Free breakfast is included, and there are a handful of dining options on the property -- an important feature considering that the nearest restaurants and shops are a rough, one-hour drive away. Travelers interested in active getaways in Rincon de la Vieja might want to compare rates and amenities with Hacienda Guachipelin.
Buena Vista Lodge is a two-and-a-half-pearl property located on the outskirts of Rincon de la Vieja National Park. The lodge’s 76 rooms are plain and practical, with no TVs, no AC, and minimal natural light; however, it’s the exciting line-up of activities that draw guests to this property, rather than the rooms. The lodge’s back country location lends itself to adventure and nature pursuits ranging from canopy tours to lounging in hot springs. Free breakfast is included, and there are a handful of dining options on the property -- an important feature considering that the nearest restaurants and shops are a rough, one-hour drive away. Travelers interested in active getaways in Rincon de la Vieja might want to compare rates and amenities with Hacienda Guachipelin.