Blue River Resort & Hot Springs, Costa Rica
A Day at Blue River Resort Hot Springs and Spa
Take in a whole day of activities or just relax. Being surrounded by Rincon de la Vieja volcano views and lush vegetation will immediately transport you to a world of enchantment. Here is a short descriptive of the activities available:
Natural Mineral Hot Springs Pools
Enjoy four enchanted natural mineral hot water pools, each different in appearance and temperature. The water is truly magical with high mineral, natural green healing powers. Also, enjoy the fresh water pool and huge slide. All are constantly fed from the water springing forth from the hot volcanic rock formations under the ground. Learn more...
Blue River Botanical Gardens and Butterfly Gardens
While meandering through tropical rain forest trails, you will be enticed to stop and gaze, taking in the colors, smells and beauty of the over 1,000 species of plants. There are also many attractions to delight your senses, including the butterfly gardens, the toucans, the lagoon, the iguana center
and the hummingbird center. Learn more...
At Blue River Butterfly Gardens we farm colorful varieties native to Costa
Rica in a large enclosure, with places to sit and be surrounded by their
world. Learn more...
Blue River Work-Out
Enjoy the fully equipped gym, dry sauna and steam sauna.
Blue River Spa
Pamper yourself to one of the many treatments available at the full service Blue River Spa. Learn more...
Tiki Bar Restaurant
The fun won't last long if we can't satisfy your need for food and drink. The Tiki Bar & Restaurant offers a full complement of continental fare plus cocktails - all delicious, fresh and beautifully served. It is located amongst the pools with the water flowing all around.
Lay out amongst the lush foliage
Run and play in the large open grass fields.
A Day at Blue River Resort & Spa Includes
- Hot Springs & Fresh Water Pools
- Botanical Garden
- Butterfly Garden
- Gym
- Saunas - wet and steam
- Shuttle - Pick-up & Drop off
- Spa Treatments
- Meal(s)
- Learn more...
Groups & Special Occasions
Celebrate with friends, family or with that special somebody!
We'll put together something extra special. Contact Us

« Blue River One Day Tours and Excursions
Blue River One Day Tours and Excursions
- Visiting Blue River Resort Hot Springs and Spa
This jewel of Costa Rica is located across from the volcanic blue river, Rio Celeste with natural mineral hot springs pools, spa, gym, botanical and butterfly gardens plus much more. Come for a day or come for a week. The resort offers something special for everyone. Learn more .
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Hike Rincon de la Vieja Volcano
Enjoy striking mountain views, giant trees, sulphur creeks and unique wildlife - all just part of your hike, as the volcano emerges from the mist. Learn more.
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Ride on Horseback or Drive to Penjamos River & Private Waterfalls
Ride through rainforest trails, lush pastures, plantations to our private waterfalls and the blue volcanic river, Rio Penjamos.Learn more.
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Hike to the Natural Mineral Hot Springs and Volcanic Blue Waterfall!
Hike the Rincon de la Vieja National Park through forest jungles with diverse flora, fauna and animal species. Your eco-adventure culminates with a swim in spectacular natural pools. (Currently not available)
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- Bird Watching
Rincon de la Vieja National Park is considered one of the best bird watching areas in Costa Rica. It is a natural habitat for many native species. (Currently not available) Learn More.