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Reviews of Borinquen Thermal Resort 4 stars

Rincon de la Vieja, 47 kilometers from the Daniel Oduber International Airport (LIR), 50101 Liberia, Costa Rica

#2 of 29 hotels in Liberia

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 312 hotel reviews

9.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.3

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    8.7

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.9

  • Free WiFi

    8.7

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  • Reviewed: 26 August 2025

    10
    Very beautiful setting
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bungalow
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was a bit far from the activities we wanted to do

    Everything

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 August 2025

    10
    Surreal hot spring experience—incredible staff!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The trails were unkempt and many were blocked off.

    It was incredible to stay at the foothills of a volcano and see hot, bubbling mud come up from the thrust of thermal vents! Wow. The steam room was build over steamy vents—memorable be so integrated into nature. The rooms were small houses and quite large

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2025

    9.0
    We enjoyed great wildlife viewing in a serene and comfortable environment.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Few things that struck me: 1) We would prefer a king size mattress option. 2) The food was ok, but not great. Slow to get things like butter, salt, picante, water, etc. 3) Towels only available at reception, which is a long distance from the pools. 4) It is a very steep property, ideal for guests who want a good hike to enjoy the features. But, if it's raining, or you just don't want to walk the steep incline, it would be good to have a way to contact shuttle service. The recreation area was rarely staffed during our visits to the hot springs. 5) There are some areas that need a little love (chipped or peeling concrete, broken wood, exposed screws on deck, etc.)

    The property is remote, but very easy to find with effective signs marking the entire trip. Road is a bit bumpy, but I don't believe you would need 4x4 unless there were heavy rains and mud. The check-in was efficient and welcoming. You park your car and are then shuttled to your room by van. The cabina was generous size, clean and well appointed. Coffee maker and (very) small refrigerator provided. The mattresses are very comfortable and we slept well. The pool, hot springs, dining, etc are all dispersed around the large property, creating an open campus like feel. Wildlife is abundant!! We saw spider and howler monkeys, many iguanas, rabbits, many birds (including a marvelous Tiger Heron that hung out with us for a whole afternoon at the pool). The restaurant is large and has good views, room service was available as well.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 July 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing place, will definitely return!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2025

    9.0
    Fantastic!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It is a bit far from everything else. Didn’t love the restaurant, and we have to drive 40 min to get to the next one.

    It was a wonderful place to relax with the thermal springs and mud bath—favorite swimming pool so far in Costa Rica (one of our favorites in the world). Saw monkeys swinging while we were swimming. Great horse tour!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The drive was a little steep, definitely needs 4 wheel drive, but most of it was well paved and it looks like they are paving more. Still, a little adventurous! We went during rainy season, so some of the hiking trails were closed - sad, but safety first!

    Everything was beautiful, the staff was all so kind, and the food was delicious! The wildlife was something to behold, the pool and hot baths were wonderful too! Very relaxing!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Update the rooms a bit would be nice.

    Location, Location, Location amazing amenities, kind and professional staff. living in Nature at it's finest.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 June 2025

    8.0
    Beautiful cabins in lovely grounds. Birds, iguanas and monkeys galore, coatis and agoutis.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Bungalow
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The restaurant menu didn't change, so fir a week's stay it was repetitive. Food was OK, but not exceptional. The resort is not near anything so you need a car!!

    The resort grounds are beautiful and we saw so much wildlife just on the property itself. The cabins are very comfortable and clean. The staff were all very friendly.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 May 2025

    10
    Great place to get away
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    They need to clean the exterior tops of the air-conditioning unit. Covered with who knows what. T.V. remote poor.

    The buffet breakfast on the last day was good. The staff always great.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2025

    8.0
    UNIQUE and filled with nature.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Getting around the grounds is hilly and by foot. If you are mobility challenged this property may not be for you. The night lighting is poor.

    The scenery and landscaping is phenomenal. The natural sauna is incredible. The food was delicious and the staff more than friendly and accommodating. The mattress and sheets made me melt into a sound slumber. The birds and monkeys are a joy to hear and watch. Truly a wonderful experience.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 May 2025

    8.0
    Great complex in the midst of nature
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Food - quality for breakfast and dinner was not so good. Small menu, and can imagine it would be challenging if you were staying longer than a few days. Challenging roads to get to the resort.

    Lovely complex, quiet and serene, full of local wildlife on your doorstep. Spacious and clean villa with bonus of a terrace to sit out. Lovely pool and hot springs areas!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2025

    10
    It’s like paradise!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I loved everything about the property!

    The place is amazing! surrounded by exotic fauna, with no other facilities around so it is very private and very quiet! Their staff is always willing to help you and very friendly. This place has everything you need to relax and enjoy nature for a few days without needing to go anywhere else!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2025

    10
    Wonderful and peaceful stay in the middle of Narure
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The road to get to the place is a bit rough at times. It's not the place to get in and out multiple times.

    The gardens, plants, animals, and facilities were awesome. It was so peaceful. And the rooms were good size. We did the sunset tour to the top of the mountain and it was beautiful!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful environment, location, excursions and great staff!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cottages needed an upgrade

    The whole atmosphere

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Peaceful

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2025

    9.0
    Great
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bungalow
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The beds were very uncomfortable.

    The location and thermal waters are simply amazing.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2025

    10
    Beautiful place and a very good value
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Bungalow
    • Stayed 3 nights

    As others have mentioned, there is a lack of shade in the pool area.

    The location is a bit remote from any points of interests or small towns, but the grounds and features of the resort itself make you want to stay. The landscaping and lay of this hillside property is truly beautiful. Without leaving the resort we saw plenty of wildlife... monkeys, parrots, toucans, iguanas, etc. Despite reading some reviews that the food was not too highly regarded, we never had a bad meal... my wife and I rate the food and drinks a solid 9. The open-air restaurant is lovely., especially in the evenings. The breakfast buffet offers 10 or 12 nice items daily, as well a someone who cooks eggs and omelets to order. The huge freshwater pool is beautiful. We used it for hours at a time... as well as the swim-up pool bar, where drink prices are inline with any nice facility. We also spent time at the two thermal pools and used the mud bath facility one occasion. None of these features was every overcrowded... we were often alone or part of a small number of people. The steam hut is really amazing... a simple wood shack located directly atop natural boiling steam features. You can hear the boiling sounds beneath you as you take in the steam. Our personal cabin was beautifully done inside with a nice small deck. The bed, pillows and linens were nice too. The bathroom was plenty large for two. The a.c. worked very well. The cabins and rooms are all scattered along a hillside with one main winding road through the property. No cars are allowed, so you can either walk or use their free shuttle service at any time. We stayed 3 nights here as part of a 10 day Costa Rican getaway... we could easily have stayed longer. Many guests used this resort as a base to explore other day trips. We really enjoyed just relaxing here all day and all night. This was out fourth visit to Costa Rica. We have stayed at many different locations at a wide variety of prices per night, for what it has to offer, we felt this place was a real value for the money.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2025

    9.0
    It’s an adventure to get to like most roads in Costa Rica, but worth it for the beauty of the area and a unique experien
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The spa massage beds were very hard. Pool needs new chairs and could use some umbrellas for shade.

    Stunning villas in jungle area. Amazing birds, monkeys and other creatures. Even toucans! Villas are gorgeous. Food was good. Staff was friendly and top notch!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2025

    10
    Stunning villas with good food, plenty to do, and exceptional views
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful jungle spot with hot springs and plenty to do nearly including hiking, horseback riding, zip lines etc. lots of wildlife including monkeys, lizards and more

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2025

    10
    Amazing for nature lovers
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Can not park next to bungalow. The transportation service they offer is SLOW. VERY SLOW. Overpriced room service. Boring breakfast

    This is spectacular one of the kind place. But they testing high prices, which is well to high. Is far away from everything and remote. Should be 25% less. A specially we are also spending money for food etc. The good thing I admire…, they are NOT tourists trup and don’t take advantage of remote locations. Room service DEFINITELY to experience and over priced.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2025

    10
    Beautiful and peaceful highland getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Bungalow
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wonderful people and property. Beautiful, quiet, unique and surrounded by nature. A very peaceful getaway which was a perfect balance to the crowded beach areas. Part of the road is a bit rough but if you can’t accept that, then you don’t belong here.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing place and staff! Beautiful views and food great! I recommend this place for tranquility and family time. The tours are great as well! The only issue is just to get there, but it's worth the wait.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2025

    10
    Beautiful views and so many wonderful sounds around you.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Food was "ok" but not what I would consider great.

    pool, spa, staff were all LOVELY.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2025

    9.0
    Relaxing spot, lovely staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Perfect spot for a a few days of relaxing. Great pool and hot springs.

    Stayed in March 2025

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