Borinquen Thermal Resort

Hotels
9.2 (600 reviews)
Rincon de la Vieja, 47 kilometers from the Daniel Oduber International Airport (LIR) , Liberia , cr

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Lush natural setting and abundant wildlife (spider monkeys, birds)
Hot springs and spa facilities
Friendly, attentive staff (specific praise for bar staff)
Wide range of on-site activities (waterfall hike, zipline, horseback riding)
Good restaurant and abundant breakfast
Pools with swim-up bar and pleasant grounds/walking paths
Comfortable rooms with AC and TV
Relaxing, secluded atmosphere
Cons:
Main pool cleanliness issues (floating bugs, murky water)
Remote location and transport delays (about 45 mins to town)
Limited external transport/shops/pharmacies nearby
No first-aid kit reported by one guest
On-property transport vehicles could be more comfortable (suggestion for golf carts)

Categories

Cleanliness
8.2
Generally clean accommodations but guests reported the main pool was murky with floating bugs and in need of treatment; overall property cleanliness otherwise described positively.
Service
9.8
Consistently praised staff—friendly, attentive, excellent treatment (specific praise for bar staff like Armando); staff provided transportation around the property and excellent guest care.
Location
9
Stunning, secluded rainforest setting with abundant wildlife and natural features; accessibility is a drawback (about 45 minutes to town, transport can be slow or affected by weather).
Room Quality
9.2
Comfortable cabins mentioned with AC and television; guests described rooms as relaxing and fitting the natural, comfortable vibe of the resort.
Amenities
9.8
Strong amenity offering: hot springs, multiple pools (including swim-up bar), spa, walking paths, creek, ziplining, horseback riding and on-site activities—guests highlighted ability to stay on property for everything.
Value for Money
9
Guests felt the resort delivered excellent experiences (activities, hot springs, service, food) that justify the cost; no major complaints about pricing.
Food and Beverage
9.4
Multiple mentions of abundant, tasty breakfasts and delicious restaurant dishes; wet bar cocktails praised and food service received very positive feedback.
Overall Experience
9.2
Overwhelmingly positive overall impressions—described as a 'magical' experience, 'experience of a lifetime', restful and likely to return; minor issues did not detract from guests' enjoyment.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-12 21:14

Property Description

Spanish-Rustic Villas and Suites - Experience the charm of Spanish-rustic décor in our villas, bungalows, and Junior Suites, each boasting a private balcony with stunning mountain views.

Lagoon-Style Pool and Gourmet Dining - Unwind by the lagoon-style outdoor pool or indulge in culinary delights at our two restaurants offering a mix of national and international cuisine. Sip on cocktails at the swim-up bar or grab a snack at the on-site bar for a truly relaxing experience.

Anáhuac Spa and Adventure Activities - Pamper yourself at the Anáhuac Spa with massages overlooking the river and forest. Explore the area with hiking, bird watching, and enjoy the natural thermal spring water pools and volcanic mud. An adventure awaits at Borinquen Thermal Resort.

Book now to escape to this tropical paradise at Borinquen Thermal Resort!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: LIR

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 600 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.2
Service: 9.8
Location: 9
Room Quality: 9.2
Amenities: 9.8
Value for Money: 9
Food and Beverage: 9.4
Overall Experience: 9.2
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dwayne • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Great location and beautiful landscaping. Thermal pools and mud treatments were great.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Keysy • couple • cr
10
Pros:

Lugar para relajarse

Cons:

Todo excelente

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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delphine • family_with_children • fr
10
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Christian • couple • us
9
Beautiful location to relax and enjoy the birds.
Pros:

Grounds were beautiful, pool and hot springs were excellent.

Cons:

Beds and pillows were hard

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Chavarria • solo_traveller • cr
10
Pros:

.gracias

Cons:

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2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Carolina • couple • cr
8
Perfecto para desconectarse
Pros:

Las instalaciones muy bonitas, las habitaciones amplias, limpieza diaria, personal muy amable, desayuno muy bueno y bastante variado, las camas muy cómodas. Un lugar perfecto para descansar, no hay nada de ruido. Hay una vena volcánica lo cual no se ve comúnmente

Cons:

Solo hay 2 piscinas termales y son pequeñas por lo que se llenan muy rápido. Una es demasiado caliente, y la otra muy tibia, hace falta un punto medio. Al estar tan lejos de pueblos, solo se puede comer en el restaurante del hotel y la relación calidad-precio no está alineada (carne sobre cocida, y el salmón caribeño no tenía nada caribeño). Las porciones están bien. Deberían implementar la opción todo incluido o tener bocas en el menú (no solo entradas); algo similar al menú del wet bar de la piscina. La calle para llegar al hotel es de lastre en bastantes secciones.

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Camila • couple • cr
9
Excellent I’d definitely go again
Pros:

A lot of green space, the rooms are very nice and clean, the thermal water experience is great and there’s a lot of wildlife to see

Cons:

Bumpy road to get there

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Laura • extended_group • de
8
Pros:

Schöne Anlage , tolles Schwimmbad , coole Schlammbäder - alles inklusive .

Cons:

Restaurant ist etwas teuer und beschränkte Auswahl . Obst zum Frühstück kostet extra.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Karrie • family_with_children • ca
10
Lovely Borinquen
Pros:

In the hills, isolated but in an area renowned for its thermal pools and mud we found the hotel better than the photos and a lovely place to spend a few days. You will smell the natural sulphur in the air and the rooms are spread out over the hills so you will get your steps in or call for a ride. The pool is wonderful and the monkeys a treat. The thermal pools are interesting and the mud an experience (wish there had been a bit more info on how/why to use the facilities). The breakfast was top notch - à la carte and served on an open air restaurant with lovely choices. The restaurant is also where we ate dinner and the service was great and dinner delicious. Overall a great place, not too far from the airport with a vehicle, up-around some very bumpy and windy roads and a great time was had.

Cons:

It was a good stay.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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fabio • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Très bonne place. Tout était parfait.

Cons:

Je ne pouvais pas avoir mieux.

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Cedric • solo_traveller • cr
10
Pros:

Naturaleza , piscinas, comida y excelente servicio

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Melissa • couple • us
10
Peaceful retreat to reconnect with nature.
Pros:

Borinquen is a beautiful property and the perfect place to relax and unwind in nature. The staff were very nice and the food at the restaurant was delicious with lots of choices and vegetarian options. The spa on site was also amazing!

Cons:

Nothing, everything was great!

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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omer • couple • il
10
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Ingrid • solo_traveller • cr
5
Excelente lugar pero comida pésima
Pros:

Las instalaciones, todo muy limpio

Cons:

La preparación y presentación de la comida es pesima. Hay poca variedad. El desayuno no contempla porción de fruta ni jugo natural a pesar de estar en una región donde hay mucha fruta.

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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lauramils • solo_traveller • es
10
Un paraíso para los sentidos
Pros:

Un placer para todos los sentidos,por favor quédense y disfruten todo,las termas ,los baños de barro ,los senderos de la selva ,el silencio,la piscina...el paisaje ....volveremos

Cons:

La.comida es regular,pero realmente pagas el sitio asi q da igual

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Stefan • couple • ch
10
Pros:

Sehr schöne Gegend

Cons:

Frühstück war speziell und der einzige minus Punkt

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Debbe • couple • cr
9
Un lugar mágico, excelente es instalaciones y muy buena comida
Pros:

Las habitaciones muy amplias y con una muy bonita vista

Cons:

Las almohadas eran un poco duras y que a la hora del check out nos tocaron la puerta justo a las 12

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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satoshi • couple • cr
8
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Alexandra • couple • us
10
The experience of a lifetime: adventure, relax, eat, and enjoy
Pros:

We were beyond blown away by the resort's amenities, food, and staff. You don't need to leave the property at all to adventure and experience local nature. We did a 4-hour waterfall hike and 12-stage ziplining through a spectacular canyon, and there was no one else in the group. Our favorite part, however, was sitting in the hot springs and watching the spider monkeys in their natural habitat. Don't stay elsewhere and schedule activities with various companies; simply go to Borinquen and enjoy everything the resort has to offer.

Cons:

The pool could have been cleaner - it had a lot of floating bugs and was murky to the point of needing treating.

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Soudeh • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

It was amazing. I feel totally in nature . Do peasful and beautiful.

Cons:

Nature, staff, beautiful, clean , everything...

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee