Rio Perdido

Río Perdido is absolutely amazing. A true hidden gem in Costa Rica that exceeded expectations in every way. What truly elevates Río Perdido above other destinations is the people. The maids, servers, concierge staff, and every team member we met went above and beyond, always with a smile and an authentic desire to make our stay special. Their kindness and attention to detail was truly amazing. The resort grounds are nothing short of breathtaking. The lush forest and natural geothermal rivers running through the resort is something you need experience. My words won't do it any justice. We had booked the East bungalows for our daughters and West bungalows. The East rooms were excellent. The West bungalows are pricy, but outstanding. Both rooms were clean with very comfortable beds. Every part of the resort was calm and quiet. No roudy parties here. Just quiet time in the forest. The thermal river is an absolute highlight — a surreal, calming experience that you simply cannot replicate anywhere else. We loved the network of hiking trails, each offering beautiful views and the chance to connect deeply with nature. Morning yoga sessions were amazing and set the perfect tone for the day. We really enjoyed the La Huerta tour, which is the garden where they grow many of their vegitables. Danny did the tour and our good friend Manuel did the tea tasting. We kept bumping into Manuel everywhere. He was our sever in the restuarant at dinner and then again at morning breakfast. Later on, when we finished the garden tour and headed to the hut for the tastings, we were surprised to find Manuel preparing the herbal teas:) His tea tasting session was outstanding. This man is quiet and unassuming, so you might not notice him. However, his love for nature and people is evident. He truly enjoys what he does and he loves meeting new people. One of the kindest human beings you will ever meet. If you are at Rio Peridido, search out this man. The meals at the restuarants were excellent quality. Well prepared and made to perfection. The pools on the grounds are well designed. It didn't feel crowded at all. The water was cleam and warm. They had plenty of loungers spreadout in the pool area. Very enjoyable experience. One of the most memorable parts of our stay was meeting Gabriel and his father. They are two of the kindest, most gracious people you’ll ever encounter. Their passion for this land, the local community, and the guest experience shines through in every detail of the resort. Speaking with them was inspiring! There were so many wonderful staff that were helpful and made our stay memorable. Here are just a few who's names we remembered after our trip. Manuel (see above), Gerardo - you will find him at the pool bar or upstairs in the restaurant. Emmanuel - front desk, Gaffe, the zip-lining team which included Nicolas, Madeline, Elber (probably spelt it incorrectly) +2 others. Too many others to list. In terms of price, Rio Peridido is not cheap. However, they do a good job of offering rooms at 3 different category levels at prices reflective of the offering. This makes it accessabile for most people. While not cheap, it is good value for the money and worth the experience. In every category — the people, service, natural beauty, activities, accommodations, cuisine, and atmosphere — Río Perdido was outstanding. We will absolutely be returning, and we cannot recommend it highly enough.

We stayed 3 nights at Rio Perdido early November 2025. My wife and I chose this resort based on how it looked and what it had to offer as far as entertainment. Of course we looked at reviews, pictures and Youtube videos before booking. When we first got to the resort we were impressed by how cool everything looked and very well maintained. We were greeted by a concierge who offered a nice nonalcoholic drink and went over all that the resort had to offer and how to get around the property. We then went to our private bungalow which was very nice and had everything we needed. They have 38 individual cottages some were newly built. They are all a short walk to the main building which makes you feel like you’re in the jungle. We did the zip line, night hike, whitewater tubing and the thermal river. The zip line course has 5 lines, one Tarzan swing and a primitive bridge to cross. It takes about 90 minutes and is very fun and also a bit scary. The tubing took about an hour and was fun floating through the canyon. It’s not real dangerous which is cool. The guides were great on both excursions. Rio Perdido sits at the junction of two rivers. One is heated from the volcanic activity in the region which warms the water to about 95 degrees. It was one of our favorite places to visit on the property. The food was very good as was the service. They have 3 pools on the property all are different temperature. The one with the swim up bar is actually a large hot tub which is amazing. Overall this resort is quite nice. It’s quiet which was what we were looking for, not much for nightlife. A place where you can really connect with your spouse and get away from normal life.

One of the best places and locations in CR. Totally different of what you would expect. Isolated in a beautiful jungle with many attraction and trips. Great ziplines, mountain biking, spectacular hiking and 4x4 guided tours. Chef restaurant. Best food i ate in CR. Dont miss it.

This is the second visit to Rio Perdido and we are already planning our next visit. This eco hotel is situated in lush green forest approximately 2 hour drive from Liberia airport. The drive is safe and only until the last two miles are they unsurfaced roads. Once at the hotel you will be met in the parking lot by a staff member to bring you to check in. Our room was one of the smaller units, but these are entirely suitable for two travelers. You can arrange to have the minibar stocked beforehand and then relax on your private lanai. Each of the units are free standing and you are unlikely to see or hear other guests. This is a very tranquil location although that can be interrupted as a family of monkeys may pass through the trees around you. While it may rain frequently, the lanai is well protected so you can remain outside and not get too wet. Breakfast, which is included in your rate, is well done with enough choices and each of which is well prepared. Dinner is also curated and delivered well. There are no other food choices near this hotel but even if you are staying for four or five days that will not be a problem. There are many activities to participate in but if you only want to bike or hike alone there are many options, and the scenery is fantastic. On return, visit the heated pool to relax. There are some guided activities, and the canyon experience is a lot of fun (which we did the first time visiting).

Unique place to get away and wind down. Nicely set up, great eye for detail. Very friendly and helpful staff and more than excellent food!