Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Excellent location
Outstanding service
Great amenities for families
Variety of food offerings
Cons:
Unfriendly reception staff
Overpriced transportation

Categories

Cleanliness
8.16
Clean and well-appointed rooms, standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
9.13
Outstanding staff from front desk to adventure center, responsive and professional.
Location
9.17
Excellent location within a national park, near hot springs and waterfalls.
Room Quality
8.62
Rooms are clean and well-appointed, appropriate for family stays.
Amenities
9.15
Fantastic amenities, including adventure tours, suitable for families.
Value for Money
8.61
Included access to hot springs, trails, and breakfast provide good value.
Food and Beverage
8.66
Good variety of food offerings, positive sentiment overall.
Overall Experience
8.93
Memorable adventures and pleasant stay, overall satisfaction.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 19:01

Property Description

Exotic Location at the Foot of a Volcano
Experience the allure of Costa Rica at Hacienda Guachipelin Volcano Ranch Hotel & Hot Springs, nestled at the base of the majestic Rincón de la Vieja Volcano. Immerse yourself in the stunning beauty of the surroundings, offering a tranquil garden, refreshing outdoor pool, and therapeutic volcanic mud pool.

Culinary Delights and Scenic Views
Indulge in a culinary journey at the hotel's restaurant, serving up a delectable fusion of Costa Rican and international cuisine. Savor your meal while soaking in the breathtaking vistas of Liberia and the Guanacaste lowlands, creating a dining experience like no other.

Adventurous Activities and Nature Exploration
Embark on a thrilling adventure with a plethora of activities organized by the hotel, including horseback riding, canoeing, and tubing in the Río Negro Rapids. For nature enthusiasts, explore the diverse hiking trails that showcase the unparalleled beauty of Costa Rica's flora and fauna.

Book now to create unforgettable memories at Hacienda Guachipelin Volcano Ranch Hotel & Hot Springs.

Important information:

Please note this hotel has guest free access to our 7 waterfals and Hot Springs and Mud bathsGuests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 1204 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.16
Service: 9.13
Location: 9.17
Room Quality: 8.62
Amenities: 9.15
Value for Money: 8.61
Food and Beverage: 8.66
Overall Experience: 8.93
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Kaity • family_with_children • cr
9
Hot springs, cool streams, waterfalls, and good food.
Pros:

Love how the property is secluded yet an easy drive from Liberia. The waterfalls and swimming holes were dreamy. I liked how the hotel felt very Costa Rican, not a property managed by foreign investors. The hot springs were excellent and the short hike to get to them is doable with small children. We appreciated the vegan menu and found it to be quite good. The staff were really warm and helpful. The property is vast and we would love to come back for more hikes in the dry forest and more searching for swimming holes. Lookout is breathtaking.

Cons:

I recommend at least 2 nights - it’s a little confusing to get oriented at first. Note that the hot spring complex is a 10 minute drive away. Not the most convenient but worth it. Would be nice if they could provide towels at the pool. Check in can set the tone, and our first encounter was the only unpleasant one. The person who checked us in never smiled, and then rapidly drew all over the map in a way that didn’t help me feel oriented. It was not a nice way to begin. I made sure to bring my questions to other people at the desk after that, and everyone else was kind.

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Pavel • family_with_children • cz
9
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Ran • family_with_children • ca
9
Gorgeous setting and fun activities!
Pros:

Great location and included activities, courteous staff, clean location

Cons:

Food is expensive and therr are not a lot of options

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Madrigal • extended_group • cr
9
2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Mieke • couple • be
9
2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Menachem Ben Menachem • family_with_children • il
10
Top class and pampering hotel. Great holiday!
Pros:

We loved the property. Great ambiance and lots to do within the property. Very good breakfast and good options of restaurants within the property. Pampering experience.

Cons:

Maybe longer hours for the hot springs could be nice.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Emily • couple • cr
10
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • family_with_children • cr
9
2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Segnini • solo_traveller • cr
10
Pros:

Todo

Cons:

Nada

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Esteban • couple • cr
10
Un lugar perfecto para relajarse y divertirse al mismo tiempo
Pros:

Punto alto para todo el staff, la atencion que brindan es excepcional, desde entrada, servicio, restaurantes, todo con excelente atencion.
El adventure day pass es perfecto para aprovechar, y Luna, del bar hace los mejores cocktails! La comida de los restaurantes buffete o a la carta estaba muy rica, ademas de precios adecuados.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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candy • solo_traveller • cr
10
Pros:

En realidad el trato del personal la comida deliciosa

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Emile • couple • nl
10
Pros:

Ruim en duidelijk op gezet goede voorzieningen en zelfs een dokter 8 uur per dag aan wezig.

Cons:

Niets

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Pritchard • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Friendly staff. Very clean. Very helpful. Helped celebrate my boyfriends birthday

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Stephan • couple • de
9
Zweckmäßige Unterkunft auf weitläufigem Hacienda-Gelände
Pros:

Die Unterkunft ist zweckmäßig eingerichtet und sauber. Das riesige Gelände der Hacienda bietet unzählige Möglichkeiten für Aktivitäten. Besonders gut gefallen haben uns die Tour über die Hängebrücken zum Wasserfall mit anschließendem Baden, der Besuch der heißen Quellen und die vielfältigen Tierbeobachtungen.

Cons:

Leider konnte uns das Abendessen im hoteleigenen Restaurant geschmacklich nicht überzeugen.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Anna • extended_group • es
6
Correcte
Pros:

Vegetació hotel, mirador i els restaurants, menjar boníssim i personal molt amable.

Cons:

Poques opcions d’oci amb mal temps i personal recepció bastant antipàtic.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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ISABELLE • family_with_children • fr
10
Une pause dans un endroit paradisiaque
Pros:

Nous avons tout aimé : le lieu magnifique dans la nature au pied du Rincon de la Vieja, en pleine nature majestueuse, hotel totalement intégré, le mirador avec la vue à 360 degré, les sources d'eau chaude, le retaurant le soir... une décoration très belle , chambre spacieuse, Tout !

Cons:

RIEN

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Carolina • couple • cr
10
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Gonzalez • family_with_children • cr
9
Pros:

Las amenities

Cons:

Decor en el cuarto

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Niels • family_with_children • nl
8
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Valero • solo_traveller • cr
9
Repetiria
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee