Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa

3.0 star property

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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Food and drink
One-Bedroom Chalet | Lake view
An arched entrance with tiled flooring, wall-mounted lamps, and potted plants.
One-Bedroom Chalet | Premium bedding, down comforters, alarm clocks, wheelchair access

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Carretera a Orosi de Puente Negro, 2.5 km mano derecha, Dulce Nombre, Cartago, 95-7100
  • Place, Iglesia de San José Orosi
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Mirador Orosi
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Lankester Botanical Garden
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪86 min drive‬

Room options

King Room with Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room with Two Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite with Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 727 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Two-Bedroom Villa

  • Resort view
  • 1292 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Economy Double Room

  • Mountain view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Dulce Nombre

Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa places you within a 10-minute drive of Iglesia de San José Orosi and Museo de San José Orosi. This 69-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with 2 outdoor pools, a restaurant, and free self parking. Located centrally in Dulce Nombre, it's connected to the convention center and also close to Lankester Botanical Garden and Mirador Orosi.

What's nearby

  • Iglesia de San José Orosi - 18 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Museo de San José Orosi - 18 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Mirador Orosi - 22 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Lankester Gardens - 22 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Lankester Botanical Garden - 22 min drive - 4.6 miles

Getting around

  • San Jose Curridabat Station - 39 min drive
  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carnes Valle Fertil - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪La Terraza De Doña Meche - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cafeteria 1743 - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Onde Su Agüela - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bar El Nido - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa

Guests of Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa enjoy features like 2 outdoor pools, free WiFi in public areas, and a conference center. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this hot springs hotel include a business center, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Beds are dressed in premium bedding and down comforters, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include furnished balconies, private yards, and coffee makers.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and facials. There are 2 hot springs open between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 hot springs
  • 2 outdoor pools

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center (269 square feet of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 2 hot springs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot springs open from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Hot springs water temperature - 97 ºF
  • Hot stone massages
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 2 floors
  • 6 buildings
  • Built in 1996
  • Colonial architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: CRC 20000

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CRC 10000 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of CRC 5000 and a deposit of CRC 25000 per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 10 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet deposit: CRC 25000 per stay
  • Pet fee: CRC 10000 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay) plus CRC 5000 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: CRC 20000 (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 20 years old
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 20
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • The minimum check-in age for Spring Break is 20 years old.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Hot springs access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Hotel Rio Perlas Spa & Resort
Hotel Rio Perlas Spa & Resort Orosi
Perlas Rio
Rio Perlas
Rio Perlas Spa
Rio Perlas Spa Orosi
Hotel Rio Perlas Spa Resort Orosi
Hotel Rio Perlas Spa Resort
Hotel Rio Perlas Spa Resort
Perlas Thermal & Dulce Nombre
Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa Hotel
Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa Dulce Nombre
Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa Hotel Dulce Nombre

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa?

This hotel is located in Dulce Nombre, close to Lankester Botanical Garden, Parque Nacional Tapantí-Macizo Cerro de la Muerte, and Ruins of Ujarras. Museo de San José Orosi is also within a driving distance of 3.4 mi.

How much does it cost to stay at Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa?

As of Jun 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa on Jun 22, 2026 start from $196, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is there a spa available at Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa?

Spa services at the hotel include deep-tissue massages and facials.

Does Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa include a casino at the property?

No, Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa?

This lakeside hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including a restaurant, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 hot springs.

Does Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel does have 2 hot springs.

Does Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa serves free breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa for a fee of CRC 10000 per accommodation, per stay. A deposit of CRC 25000 per stay is collected.

Does Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa?

The closest major airport to Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa is San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.), which is 27.7 mi away (84 minutes by car). Another top airport is Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), which is around 25.6 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa?

Yes, every guestroom at Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa comes with a furnished balcony and some offer lake and garden views.

Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 166 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 166 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 166 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 166 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 166 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leonela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We purchased a day pass to enjoy the beautiful hot springs at Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa, and it was absolutely worth it! The pools were relaxing and well-maintained, and we also went on a scenic hike that made the experience even more special. One of the highlights was visiting the farm and getting to pet the animals—it added such a fun, unique touch. We had an amazing time overall and definitely plan to return when we’re back in Costa Rica!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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6/10 Okay

Mariela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
La piscina
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Personal muy amable, las instalaciones muy cuidadas y muy buena la comida.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me encanta
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lugar tranquilo, lindos lugares para caminar, la comida no muy buena
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo estuvo muy bien, pero al no tener internet en las habitaciones, es un gran problema, para las personas que viajamos por trabajo.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

felipe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Vale la pena

Hermoso hotel, muy tranquilo, perfecto para unos días de verdadero descanso. Muy buena atención y excelente comida en el restaurante
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hermosa Ideal para desconectarse y descansar en pareja o familia
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Väl värt ett besök

Underbart. Vackert med varma källor och porlande forsar. Lummigt och grönt. Mat var ok för att vara costa rica.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wunderschön

Die Anlage ist wunderschön und das Personal ist sehr bestrebt, den Aufenthalt so angenehm als möglich zu gestalten. Die geheizte Pool (Hot Springs) war der Hammer! Das Hotel ist eher abgelegen, jedoch kann man sich gut innerhalb beschäftigen. Parkplätze sind vorhanden und der Eingang wird bewacht. Sehr empfehlenswert!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
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4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Limpieza de habitación terrible y el servicio al cliente también
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting. Friendly and helpful staff. Great experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019
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6/10 Okay

LuisB

Liked: Cleanliness
El check in fue puntual, las zonas verdes y las piconas de agua termal excelente, desayuno con pocas opciones; el restaurante es un poco caro para el tipo de comida; el señor de bus de traslado a las habitaciones de horas de la mañana amable y servicial, le pedimos a la recepcionista que nos solicitara un servicio de bus de la recepción a la habitación en la parte alta de la propiedad en la noche y nunca llego; no hubo seviicio de teléfono en la habitación y el wifi solo para áreas comunes.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Cali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente lugar para descansar. Lo recomiendo. Habitaciones súper cómodas, buena alimentación, mucha naturaleza. La piscina de aguas termales muy bonita.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Willem Gerrit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxed en mooi, maar afgelegen

Heerlijke plek, fantastische villa. In de regenperiode echter beperkter bedrijf... Altijd auto nodig!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
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4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy lento el servicio de restaurante.. Y eso q no habíamos muchos en el salón... Otro día llegamos y 4 mesas sin limpiar nos tuvimos que sentar a un lugar alejado.. Para ir a comer hay q subir una cuesta de 70mtrs osea no podré llevar a mi madre a futuro q presenta desgaste de rodilla...si ofresen una micro bus q lleva a adultos mayores pero hay q esperar a que se desocupe..... Las piscinas es lo q rescato del lugar.. Bonitas y limpias.. La de agua caliente muy agradable y el spa muy bueno
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
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8/10 Good

AA

The surroundings was very relaxing. I would go back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service

Beautiful but not exactly like the description

Hotel Rio Perlas is in a beautiful remote setting. (In other words, don't plan on eating out anywhere but at the restaurant and bring any snacks you want with you.) The property is lush, green and tropical. Hidden among the vegetation you will find small concrete hot tubs. There are enough to go around so you don't have to share. There are also 2 large pools, one hot spring fed and the other one is cool. Unlike the amenities listed, there was no down comforter (who needs it in the tropics anyway), no were there blackout curtains and the toiletries certainly weren't "designer." Once I got over the feeling of being deceived, we had a very nice stay, in spite of the moldy room smell. (Hard to solve that one in the tropics). The staff was pleasant. The breakfast was fine but not spectacular. I had to ask the woman attending the restaurant twice to bring more fruit and silverware. (She was busy talking on her cell phone.) If you love natural beauty and have expectations for 3 star and not 5, this is a peaceful place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
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6/10 Okay

M. Suzy

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Probably great but not worth it for off season.

We rented the Presidential Suite and it was impressive. The grounds with the hidden hot springs and steep hike to the waterfall are really enjoyable. Being off season, the place was a ghost town. I get it that the hotel wants to save on resources when there are so few guests but they took it to a ridiculous level. We had no towels in our room which they kindly brought us but then we had no swim towels so we had to use our shower towels. The restaurant was empty and when we were pointed to a table that had no less than six dead bugs on the table cloth, the waitress got an attitude when we asked her to wipe them off and instead grabbed up the table cloth and all and slammed down a paper napkin holder rather than give is the cloth ones. My wine glass was cracked and my water glass had lipstick on it. The small plate of pasta in oil was $15. The waitress gave us 2 bottles of wine to choose from and just set the bottle down without opening it, pouring it, or having us taste it. When my son went to the lobby for water they told him no, because they just mopped. Don’t get me started on asking for a wine bottle opener for a room with a wet bar, fridge, and wine glasses. If you are going to strip it down to no service/awful service, you should simply close for the slow month, not treat your few guests like they are a nuisance.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excelente ubicación lo hace un lugar único para la relajación y el verdadero descanso. Personal muy amable y atento. Aseo y mantenimiento de las habitaciones deben mejorar. Servicio de restaurante con oportunidades de mejora también
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
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6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Poco personal, ocupado en labores de mantenimiento más que en atender a los visitantes.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
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6/10 Okay

NoName

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
-PROs: # Naturaleza hermosa y abundante # Cabaña hermosa, rustica y apegada con la naturaleza # Lugar precioso con aguas termales # Los botones que llevan las maletas muy amables # La comida muy rica -CONs: # Pesimo servicio al cliente en especial de la recepcionista Claudia # No hay mucha variedad de comida tanto cena como desayuno # Servicio muy lento pero muy lento # La hora del check in no lo cumplieron a tiempo ya que obtuve mi cuarto a la hora despues del tiempo establecido en la compra de la estadia y lo obligan a uno a realizar el check out al tiempo establecido # La limpieza de los cuartos no es buena ya que pude encontrar articulos de la persona que estaba ospedada anteriormente
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
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8/10 Good

Carlos

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service

Bien pero han ido perdiendo calidad

Nos quisieron engañar al decirnos que el Check-in era a las 3pm porque no tenían la habitación lista, nos dieron otra habitación las 2:10pm. En el restaurante había muchos platos que no los tenían, según que no era temporada de Yuca, ni de Aguacate (cuando esto hay todo el año) tampoco tenían Pescado y además tardaron demasiado en llevar las bebidas. Ya hemos ido otras veces, y esta vez algunos pasillos tenían el piso pintado de Negro (pintura tipo aceite) así que con la Lluvia era muy difícil caminar ya que se vuelve muy resbaloso y en extremo peligroso. En la Habitación No había teléfono para comunicarse con recepción, tenían coffe maker pero No había café. En el desayuno el café es muy feo porque es de percolador, y falta más variedad de cosas para comer. No hay WiFi en las Habitaciones.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel sympa dans la nature

Quiique un peu vieillot au niveau des chambre l'endroit est tout de même agréable grâce à son environnement splendide sa piscine ext chauffée son spa sa petite cascade .... à essayer!!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Romain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Magnifique a faire

Magnifique Un cadre exceptionnel Un petit-déjeuner très haut de gamme
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019