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Rancho Rio Perlas Resort & Spa

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A hot tub under a wooden pergola with lush greenery in the background. - Rancho Rio Perlas Resort & Spa (Dulce Nombre)
A wooden bridge over a calm river surrounded by lush greenery and trees. - Rancho Rio Perlas Resort & Spa (Dulce Nombre)
An arched doorway leading into a building with a tiled floor and a view of a hallway with a ceiling light. - Rancho Rio Perlas Resort & Spa (Dulce Nombre)
An arched hallway with tiled flooring, a chandelier, and a mural on the wall. - Rancho Rio Perlas Resort & Spa (Dulce Nombre)
A traditional building with a tiled roof and arched entrance, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation. - Rancho Rio Perlas Resort & Spa (Dulce Nombre)
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a garden, and a restaurant at Rancho Rio Perlas Resort & Spa. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 2 hot springs, and indulge in a hot stone massage or a facial. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant

Room options

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wooden chair.

Economy Room

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room

  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Bungalow, Mountain View

A bedroom with a large bed, two macramé poufs, a wooden ceiling, a large window, and a dark blue door.

Bungalow, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A traditional building with a tiled roof and arched entrance, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

Room, River View

  • River view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A room with two beds, a wooden ceiling, a large mirror, and a view through a window.

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Room

A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with white bedding, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a framed picture.

Superior Room

  • Garden view
  • 67 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a bathtub.

Villa, 2 Bedrooms

  • Resort view
  • 120 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Dulce Nombre is home to Rancho Rio Perlas Resort & Spa. Paseo Metrópoli and Terramall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tapanti National Park and Savegre Reserve. Visit our Dulce Nombre travel guide
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7100 95, Dulce Nombre, Provincia de Cartago, 957100

What's nearby

  • A grand historical building with domed architecture and multiple flags.
    Our Lady of the Angels Basilica
    30 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Iglesia de San José Orosi
    18 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Mirador Orosi
    22 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Lankester Gardens
    22 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Lankester Botanical Garden
    22 min drive - 4.6 miles

Getting around

  • San Jose Curridabat Station
    39 min drive
  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.)
    87 min drive

Restaurants

  • Nono Coffee & Garden
    11 min drive
  • Carnes Valle Fertil
    8 min drive
  • Bar y Restaurante Coto
    8 min drive
  • La Terraza De Doña Meche
    8 min drive
  • Onde Su Agüela
    8 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 hot springs
  • 2 outdoor pools

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Spa

  • 2 hot springs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot springs open from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 97 ºF
  • Hot stone massages
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Built in 1996
  • Colonial architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 40 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 10 and a deposit of USD 50 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 40 per pet (varies based on length of stay) plus USD 10 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Hot springs access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Rancho Rio Perlas Resort & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is Rancho Rio Perlas Resort & Spa pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 50 per stay and a fee of USD 40 per pet, per stay. A cleaning fee of USD 10 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Rancho Rio Perlas Resort & Spa?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Rancho Rio Perlas Resort & Spa?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rancho Rio Perlas Resort & Spa located?

Situated in Dulce Nombre, this hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Iglesia de San José Orosi, Museo de San José Orosi, and Lankester Botanical Garden. Mirador Orosi and Lankester Gardens are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Rancho Rio Perlas Resort & Spa Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to relax
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hot springs pool was absolutely wonderful! And we even had it all to ourselves during our stay. Plus, the temperature was nice and comfortable. There was also a beautiful, peaceful, little pool next to the creek that we enjoyed. The property was really lovely and immense. We took a very long hike up for a good view. They did not have the restaurant open for dinner when we were there. So, the staff offered to drive us to and from a restaurant that had a nice atmosphere and good food. And you can hear the rushing creek/river from just about everywhere on the property!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
★★★★☆ A beautiful and relaxing stay with a few disappointments We really enjoyed our stay at Rancho Río Perlas. The property is beautiful, peaceful, and full of charm. The gardens were lovely and well maintained, especially considering the rainy season. The pools were a highlight — particularly the hot pool, which was clean, relaxing, and enjoyable. Our room was excellent: spacious, comfortable, and a lovely place to stay. There were a few areas where our expectations did not match the experience. From the website, we expected a restaurant, pool bars, and more extensive spa facilities. Although these areas exist and look attractive, the restaurant and bars were not operating during our stay, meaning we had to leave the property for lunch, dinner, drinks, and snacks. The spa appeared to be limited mainly to massages booked in advance. The WiFi worked well around the grounds but was unreliable inside our room. Breakfast was somewhat disappointing for a place presented as a spa and wellness destination. The Gallo Pinto was very good, but options such as store-bought muffins and bottled juice did not reflect the healthy image promoted online. The breakfast service could also have felt warmer and more welcoming. Overall, Rancho Río Perlas is a beautiful property with great potential. We enjoyed our visit and would recommend it, but clearer communication about available services and some improvements to the food and hospitality would make it an exceptional experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Crystal

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The pool is excellent the beachfront is nice and the rooms are decent especially the shower. Our room was not cleaned once during a 3-day stay and the breakfast while free is of poor quality. We made several requests of the staff and they were able to fulfill some of those.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Fabian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is great. Big, surrounded by nature, trees, a river, 2 excellent swimming pools and the staff is very friendly. Our room was simply perfect. The restaurant is a joke, a bad joke. They got almost nothing to serve. They dont even show you the menu because 70% of the menu is out. So you will eat what they got, not what you want. Quality of the food not good and terribly expensive.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Paola

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Pool was ok
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If you want a place to enjoy some hot springs secluded and off the beaten path , this is it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place but no internet or wifi.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andrés

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Is a beautiful place indeed the nature is breath taking, but few misses like the internet signal didn't reach oor room and the place is in a remote area so no internet also. Plus the 50 dollars per day for a dog a bit expensive. The rest amazing, friendly staff great views great food o recommend it
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Camille

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quel lieu ! Un vrai havre de paix au cœur de la nature, qui nous a permis un moment de détente entre amoureux pendant notre roadtrip au Costa Rica. Les piscines thermales sont à parfaite températures. Je recommande vraiment de réserver 2 nuits minimum ou de prévoir quelques heures à profiter de cet espace (pas juste venir dormir) car ce serait passer à côté de quelque chose ! Merci à toute l'équipe pour votre accueil. Camille et Aurélien
Lac
Piscine thermale
Petit-déjeuner
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hermoso lugar donde se desconecta y renueva energías
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

francoise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Un goût de trop peu

En ne restant qu'une nuit nous n'avons pas pu apprécier tout le potentiel de l'établissement. Toutefois nous avons bien profité de la piscine d'eau thermale bien chaude pour se détendre. Le restaurant est correct mais sans plus les portions sont un peu trop grandes. Les chambres sont spacieuses, la literie très confortable. Le site est magnifique. Nous aurions aimé rester plus longtemps.
Piscine d'eau thermale
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ideal para una escapada en pareja o con la familia

Un lugar paradisiaco, relajación en medio de la naturaleza, personal del restaurante muy amable y deliciosa comida No hay TV ni wifi en las habitaciones
Hermosos jardines
Caminata por el lago
Puedes hacer senderismo
Relajante piscina de agua termal
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Edwin

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Susan

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025