Rio Chirripo

Rio Chirripo Nature lodge in San José Province

About this nature lodge rental

Nestled in San José Province, this charming nature lodge for $50 per night is a great option for your next trip. Situated in San Gerardo, Rio Chirripo features a garden and year-round outdoor pool. Free WiFi in the main area is available.

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen / Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony / Patio

Hot Tub / Spa

Gym / Fitness Center

Garden

Family friendly

Map of San José Province

Nearby attractions

La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park

63.97 miles

Parque Diversiones

49.72 miles

National Stadium Of Costa Rica

47.61 miles

National Museum of Costa Rica

45.69 miles

Rio Chirripo

4.8

Outstanding(131 Reviews)

Nature lodge in San José Province

Reasons to book

People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen / Kitchenette and more

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About this nature lodge rental

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen / Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony / Patio

Hot Tub / Spa

Gym / Fitness Center

Garden

Family friendly

Map of San José Province

Nearby attractions

La Paz Waterfall Gardens Nature Park

63.97 miles

Parque Diversiones

49.72 miles

National Stadium Of Costa Rica

47.61 miles

National Museum of Costa Rica

45.69 miles

Reviews

4.8/5.0

Outstanding(131 Reviews)

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10.0

Jul 2023

Exceptional

The food here is so good, delicious . One of my favorite places to stay in Costa Rica . Hot tubs , river dips , amazing food & wonderful staff. Oh and the garden , sublime 💖

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10.0

Jul 2023

Exceptional

Gorgeous grounds. Attention to detail in every corner of the architecture. Great, professional staff. Wonderful massages. Our room sat above a roaring river. We loved the pool and hot tubs. Delicious food.

Almost everything in we ate during the fixed dinners was delicious. One night the soup was so salty that we couldn't eat it- we thought it was a surprising quality control flop given how good everything else was.

10.0

May 2023

simply perfect. wish we could have stayed longer.

Everything. A little bit of paradise. accommodation special, pre- breakfast of pastries a lovely touch, food delicious and fresh. simply lovely.

like everything

10.0

Apr 2023

Yes!

the food is just excellent! the staff is super attentive, we loved it! very clean and neat space to connect with nature and yourself!

10.0

Apr 2023

i will definitely love to come back!

everything about this place was wonderful. very beautiful landscaping all over the property. the staff were all friendly with great level of service. the views of the mountains were amazing to wake up to.

can’t say that there was anything that I did not like

10.0

Apr 2023

Amazing will return

Superb grounds next to the river, most comfortable bed of our trip. Excellent breakfast & customer service.

We didn't eat here as it was expensive and you could only have four courses. However we found great alternative restaurants within easy walk away.

10.0

Apr 2023

We plan to return next year…and hopefully the year after that!

simply magical!!!!

There is nothing we would change! it was perfect and incredible food, staff and grounds

10.0

Mar 2023

we enjoyed the property and all it had to offer. we loved the wood fired hot tub and a dip in the river afterwards. the

beautiful surroundings, comfortable rooms, lots of options for things to do. breakfast and pre-breakfast was amazing.

10.0

Jan 2023

Simply amazing! 5*

absolutely everything! the small details, the food, the river access the pool, the staff (and the 2 friendly cats); better than many 5* hotels we’ve stayed in!

nothing!

10.0

Dec 2022

Birdwatching Paradise.

The aesthetic design is outstanding. The food was incredibly healthy and locally sourced. Our breakfasts were well planned and extremely generous. The Rio Spa professionals are experienced, with meticulous attention to wellness and healing. The yoga studio is impressive. The grounds were full of wildlife delights and we only left grounds to visit the nearby butterfly dome and a great lunch at Batsu Restaurant. I recommend staying at least three nights because of how wonderful your stay is. Children will be welcomed and safe in the secure oasis. The staff had a great idea of before and after photos (even if it's just a private lookbook) of guests when they arrive compared to when they leave. I definitely transformed over our two night stay.

We did not like to leave. I thought the woodstove hot tub was brilliant and might hope that a similar non electric, wood fire, hair drying system/station could be made. With such a great pool, hot showers, jacuzzi (electrical) and the woodstove (non electrical) hot tub you're going to have wet hair at some point. Hair dampness robs/depletes the body's qi and my hair will not air dry. It would be great to be able to dry your hair without a noisy blow dryer. I think Rio Chirripo will solve this brilliantly. Perhaps they have hair blowdryer, but I did not want to use one in such a serene setting. The wood fire would be an ideal way to dry hair before evening comes.

10.0

Dec 2022

Exceptional

very kind staff and the food is amazing. facilities are well kept and very beautiful views.

10.0

Oct 2022

Exceptional

This is truly the best place to stay in Costa Rica. We loved everything. Spacious and comfortable rooms, beautiful area to walk around and relax. Garden with a Hot tub, whirlpool and swimming pool close by the river. Our highlight was the pre-breakfast in a basket, the yoga session in the morning followed by a delicious a la carte breakfast and all that with perfect vegan or vegetarian options. Even for dinner, don't miss it!

Nothing! :)

10.0

Sep 2022

Favorite place in Costa Rica

Stunning views, amazing property, exceptional food. This place is off the beaten path but well worth the effort to travel. The most comfortable beds in all of Costa Rica!! Everything about this place is magical and intentional.

10.0

Sep 2022

the energy here is very special & the staff are ever helpful

LOVE this hotel , cabin rooms are wonderful . the food is fantastic, breakfast is perfect. hot tub by the river is the cherry on top .

nothing

10.0

Aug 2022

Amazing place and incredible good food

This Place and the food are incredible. The staff too :)

10.0

Aug 2022

Exceptional

everything, especially breakfast & hot tubs

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10.0

Aug 2022

Please take me back to this hotel! It was a treat for the soul, stomach, and eyes. Lo máximo.

It is difficult describe this place without using cliches and phrases that sound like exaggerations but are not. So, to sum up our stay, I can honestly say that our stay at Rio Chirripo felt like a stay in paradise. From the grounds to the services offered to the staff to the food, everything was absolutely incredible. One of the only places I have ever stayed that I would be more than thrilled to return to. Just a few of the things we loved: -Our room, the Rio Vista suite, was absolutely perfect. Gorgeous, bright, and private, with awesome views and its own huge outdoor deck/sitting area and great outdoor kitchen. -The people who work here. Roger, who works in the evening, was so friendly and kind. He makes incredible cocktails. Amanda, who works in the morning at reception, was also very helpful and sincere. -The food and drinks here. About an hour and a half before breakfast, a basket of homemade goodies and juice are dropped off at your door. And this is just the "pre-breakfast!" The breakfasts themselves are the best we've had at any hotel, ever. The coffee is riquísimo, the yogurt comes from a local producer, and the main breakfast plates are creative and colorful, with veggies incorporated as well. The dinners, which have an additional cost, were made with love and fresh ingredients. -The complimentary yoga class our first morning here. The teacher was kind and clear, and the yoga studio is so beautiful. Unfortunately there was no yoga class offered the second morning of our stay because a teacher could not be located. -The Chirripo river itself! It is just a five minute walk down from the main building of the hotel down to the river, which has many points of safe access. It was incredible to go into the river in the morning to wake myself up and then jump in one of the two jacuzzis on the property. Ahhhhh. -The massages we got from Jensi were incredible. I left feeling more relaxed than I have felt in a very long time.

It would have been great if yoga could have been offered every day, but I understand that sometimes it can be hard to find a teacher. Perhaps if a morning class is not possible, an afternoon class could be offered.

9.0

Jul 2022

Superb

Beautiful and green, water falls. Good breakfast. Jacuzzi and hot tub. Nice staff.

Many Bugs in the room. I got a small and old room.

10.0

Jul 2022

Exceptional

Everything. Location, beauty, service.

Bugs in the room.

10.0

Jul 2022

Top notch!

The food was amazing the location cannot be beat, the rooms were beautiful, all around incredible and we will be back!

9.0

Jun 2022

Superb

Everything !! The wood hot tub, the food, the staff , the grounds.

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3.0

May 2022

I would have enjoyed my stay if it was not for the bug problem.

The property is beautiful and kept in good shape.

We had a very serious bug problem in the bathroom of our room and when we asked if we could have it looked at, it got much worse. We could not step into the bathroom without crunching on a bug.

10.0

May 2022

A hotel run by passion and profession

Hotel is located in a wonderful garden directly to the river. Everthing was wonderful fine and romantic. Thanks to Frank and his very attentive and friedly team. The breakfast is extraordinarily good. We extended our stay for one night and will definetely come back.

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5.0

May 2022

Nice rooms and views, excellent staff, location is poor and overall experience doesnt match price

10/10 for the staff, they are all very friendly and helpful 8/10 for the rooms, as they were spacious, the beds were very comfortable, and the views excellent - the worst part was the obvious damp / mould in places and the sheer number of creepy crawlies (way more than any other of the 5 hotels we stayed in during our trip).

4/10 for the food, the meals are at set times (dinner at 7.30pm, although they also do an unadvertised dinner at 6.30pm IF you say this is too late), there is no choice (it's a set 4-course meal) that has to be booked in advance (leaving no flexibility), you only get minimal information in advance (e.g. whether it's vegetables, fish or chicken that day), and the course are very eclectic (think 'vegan chocolate and avocado mouse' being served after a meat main course). All 4 courses are served and finished in 40 mins (you are working to their timetable!) and portion sizes are pitiful. Similarly breakfast, it is still prescriptive apart from 2 choices for 'main' (never had a spicy chicken salad or lasagne for breakfast, well you will here!). Outside of breakfast and dinner they don't serve anything apart from a packed lunch and the nearnest restaurant is a 1hr round trip walk away. 3/10 for location. We came without a car, and I wouldn't recommend anyone without a car staying here, it's a 2hr round trip walk to the entrance to the cloud forest (which made the whole walk 6hrs), a 2.5hr round trip walk to the entrance to the hotels nature reserve (making the whole walk 4 hours), and its a 1hr round trip walk to restaurants if you want food outside of breakfast and dinner. The hotels only proposed solution was that they get a local (not a licensed taxi) to drive us the 4km for $40!

10.0

Apr 2022

Exceptional

everything is simply incredible here, one of my most favorite hotels in Costa Rica. Surrounded by nature the location is incredible. The food is simply amazing, all home made, very healthy and super tasteful. Thank you for creating this space and experience!

10.0

Apr 2022

Exceptional

Highlight of our trip! Absolutely faultless this place, every detail is above and beyond. Breakfast is unbelievable.... everyday a different choice and 3 courses. Dinner was fantastic, highly recommend to eat at least one of your nights. We didn't want to leave!!

Absolutely nothing to not like about this place.

10.0

Apr 2022

A stunningly beautiful retreat with a very relaxed feel.

The stunning location and design of the hotel and the rooms. The most comfortable beds we've ever had. The bathroom with views to die for and smelt like a spa! The outside kitchen area with fresh coffee. Fantastic food in the restaurant. The nature trail and wood fired hot-tub.

The pool was absolutely beautiful but too cold for me!

10.0

Apr 2022

peaceful time in the mountains

beautiful. well-kept. remote. peaceful.

dinner somewhat expensive.

9.0

Apr 2022

Well worth the expense, a luxurious stay in paradise.

Best breakfast ever!! Gorgeous buildings and grounds. Very peaceful.

10.0

Mar 2022

Exceptional

Amazing place, truly magical. beautiful set up and design. The location along the river, flowers everywhere. really nice swimming pool and hot tub. Also the food was amazing, we had breakfast and dinner and both were super healthy all home made and nutritious. thank you, we will for sure come back!

FAQs

How much does this nature lodge cost compared to others in San José Province?

The average price for a rental in San José Province is $94 per night. This rental is $44 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this nature lodge?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Rio Chirripo. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this nature lodge?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Rio Chirripo. Enjoy the water!

Is Rio Chirripo pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this nature lodge is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Rio Chirripo?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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Rio Chirripo

About this nature lodge rental

Amenities

Map of San José Province

Nearby attractions

Rio Chirripo

Nature lodge in San José Province

Reasons to book

About this nature lodge rental

Amenities

Map of San José Province

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this nature lodge cost compared to others in San José Province?

Is parking included with this nature lodge?

Is there a pool at this nature lodge?

Is Rio Chirripo pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Rio Chirripo?

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