Mountain
Mountain-category rooms and cabins designed for comfort with a close connection to the surrounding forest.
On-site
Amenities
Volcanic hot springs
Natural sauna and volcanic mud baths
Zip line canopy tour
Rainforest water slide
Hanging bridges
Horseback riding
Hiking trails and waterfalls
Multiple on-site restaurants
Volcanic spa
Where to stay
Room & suite types
Lake
Lake-category accommodations offering restful lodging in harmony with the natural setting.
Hacienda
Hacienda-style rooms reflecting the complex's traditional Guanacaste infrastructure.
Our local insight
Ideal for active travelers and families who want ziplining, waterfalls and volcanic hot springs all in one place. The unpaved access road can be tricky for small rental cars, so consider a private transfer.
Why travelers love
This resort
See how this property matches different travel styles before planning your stay.
Adventure Seekers
The on-site park offers ziplining, a 420-meter rainforest water slide, horseback riding and hanging bridges for a full day of adrenaline.
Nature-Loving Families
Family-friendly activities for all ages, abundant wildlife, waterfalls and free hot springs make it easy for families to reconnect in nature.
Wellness Travelers
Volcanic hot springs, a natural sauna, mineral-rich mud baths and spa massages provide deep relaxation in the rainforest.
Private Tours
Private Tours From Buena Vista del Rincón
Staying at Buena Vista del Rincón makes it easy to explore Rincón de la Vieja and Guanacaste beyond the resort. Wild Papagayo offers private tours with hotel pickup from Buena Vista del Rincón to waterfalls, wildlife areas, volcanoes, hot springs and adventure destinations throughout the region.
Popular options include Celeste River Hike & Tenorio National Park, Monteverde Treetop Walk, Waterfall & Las Pumas Wildlife Rescue Center and other private day trips tailored to your group.
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Celeste River Hike & Tenorio National Park
Private full-day hike to Río Celeste, the nearly opaque aquamarine blue river at Tenorio Volcano National Park. Lunch and national park fee included. Visitor identification details are required for national park registration and will be requested securely after booking confirmation.
Monteverde Treetop Walk
Private full-day Monteverde Cloud Forest treetop walk, suspension bridges at canopy level with zip line (Classic option) or reptiles exhibition, butterfly garden and sloth sanctuary (Plus option). Breakfast and lunch included.
Waterfall & Las Pumas Wildlife Rescue Center
Private half-day at Llanos del Cortes waterfall and Las Pumas Wildlife Rescue Center, swim under the falls, then meet pumas, jaguars, ocelots, monkeys and macaws. Lunch included. Certified bilingual guide.
Real guest sentiment
What Guests Are Saying
4.4/5 on Google · 1799 reviews
“A wonderful experience at this charming family-owned park. Some facilities are showing their age — the pool area and main restaurant could use a refresh — but that’s a minor note in an otherwise memorable stay. One of the unexpected highlights is simply walking between activities: the park is teeming with wildlife,...”
Lisa Lopez2 months ago“I can say so many amazing things about this resort!!! The resort is set on a mountain, surrounded by nature with stunning views. We got a cabin and it was spacious, clean, and cool (we had AC). There was so much to do: we did horseback riding, the night walk tour, the bird tour, and the zip-lining, everything was in...”
M Aa month ago“Nice „all-in-one“ place but the official photos look way nicer than the place looks like in reality. Especially for children interesting because you can do a lot of actovities if you have the pocket money at hand (not cheap). We spotted different animals like birds, tukans, coati, monkeys, deer every dqy and there a...”
Ben K3 months agoTransportation & Guides
Private Airport Transfer
Approximately 45 minutes to one hour from Liberia's Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport (LIR), about 31 km away.
Private Tour Pickup
Wild Papagayo can arrange private pickup directly from Buena Vista del Rincón for tours and excursions. Your departure time is coordinated around your selected experience, group size and itinerary, so you do not need to travel to a separate meeting point.
Liberia Airport Transportation
Buena Vista del Rincón is served by Guanacaste Airport (LIR). Read our Liberia Airport Transportation Guide →
Private Driver
Door-to-door private transportation for every tour and excursion -- no shared shuttles, no waiting on other guests.
Certified Local Guides
Every experience is led by a bilingual, certified local guide who knows Rincón de la Vieja firsthand.
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Before you arrive
Frequently asked questions
Does the hotel have natural volcanic hot springs?
Yes, the hotel features crystal-clear volcanic hot springs, a natural sauna, mineral-rich volcanic mud baths and cold pools set within a private wildlife refuge.
Do I need to stay overnight to enjoy the hot springs and activities?
Not necessarily. Day Passes are available for visitors who want to enjoy the hot springs, volcanic spa and Eco Adventure Park without staying overnight.
Do you offer airport transportation from Liberia?
Yes, both private and shared transfers from Liberia International Airport (LIR) can be arranged in advance via WhatsApp or the reservations team.
Hotel details can change. Confirm resort-specific amenities and policies on the official hotel website.