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Outdoor pool
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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Lobby sitting area
Front of property

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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700 meter west of national park Tenorio, La Paz de Rio Celeste, Katira, Alajuela, 21502
  • Place, El Pilon Station
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Tapir Valley Nature Reserve
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Tenorio Volcano National Park
    ‪28 min drive‬

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  • 968 sq ft
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  • Free WiFi

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  • Garden view
  • 968 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

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10.0 out of 10
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(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 969 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Garden View Casita - King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 969 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Katira

Hideaway Rio Celeste places you 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Rio Celeste Waterfall. This 26-room, 5-star resort has conveniences like a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • El Pilon Station - 5 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Peace Tree - 9 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Tapir Valley Nature Reserve - 20 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Tenorio Volcano National Park - 28 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Upala Central Park - 56 min drive - 28.2 miles

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 106 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Sabor de Doña Carmen - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Pizzería El Barrigón - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante y Marisquería Poro - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante La Danta - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Kantala - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hideaway Rio Celeste

Guests of Hideaway Rio Celeste enjoy a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a lazy river. There's free parking, and a shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours) for USD 240 per vehicle. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with concierge services, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this luxury resort include a gym, 3 hot tubs, and free WiFi in public areas.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other amenities include balconies, iPod docks, and minibars.
3 hot tubs are on site along with an outdoor pool. Other recreational amenities include a lazy river and a fitness center.

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

The onsite spa has massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body scrubs, and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 25 for adults and USD 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Kantala Restaurant

Things to do

  • 3 hot tubs
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Lazy river
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Massage
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2010
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • HDTV
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 3 kids 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 25 for adults and USD 12 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 240 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 5)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 240

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals, you can take advantage of the airport pick-up service (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The resort can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the resort at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hideaway Rio Celeste?

Hideaway Rio Celeste offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Hideaway Rio Celeste?

As of May 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hideaway Rio Celeste on Jun 19, 2026 start from $374, 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.

What's there to see around Hideaway Rio Celeste?

This resort is located in Katira within a short 19-minute walk of El Pilon Station. You'll also find Tenorio Volcano National Park and Tapir Valley Nature Reserve within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Hideaway Rio Celeste?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the resort. An electric car charging station and wheelchair-accessible parking are also available for guests.

Is a spa located at Hideaway Rio Celeste?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include aromatherapy, body treatments, and massages.

Does Hideaway Rio Celeste have luxury amenities?

Yes, guests can indulge in luxuries such as an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a poolside bar at this resort.

Does Hideaway Rio Celeste feature a casino?

No, Hideaway Rio Celeste doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hideaway Rio Celeste?

No, this resort doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and 3 hot tubs.

What do couples enjoy most about Hideaway Rio Celeste?

This riverfront resort offers plenty of amenities for couples including a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a poolside bar.

Are there hot tubs at Hideaway Rio Celeste?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this resort.

Does Hideaway Rio Celeste have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Hideaway Rio Celeste serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Kantala Restaurant.

Will Hideaway Rio Celeste allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hideaway Rio Celeste.

Are there connecting rooms at Hideaway Rio Celeste?

No, this resort doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Hideaway Rio Celeste?

The closest major airport to Hideaway Rio Celeste is La Fortuna (FON-Arenal), which is about 28.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hideaway Rio Celeste?

Yes, every guestroom at Hideaway Rio Celeste comes with a balcony and some offer garden and mountain views.

Does Hideaway Rio Celeste have a wedding venue on site?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Hideaway Rio Celeste if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Hideaway Rio Celeste Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 499 out of 623 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 102 out of 623 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 623 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 623 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 623 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were great and rooms were very clean
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top notch property, excellent room, food, pool, grounds, birds, staff, trails
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Karrie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kevin … always the highlight
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Fleur

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing at The Hideaway, from the beautiful room to the absolutely breathtaking property and the wonderful staff. We had such a memorable experience here we will never forget. We did the night walk and saw birds, snakes and red eyed frogs! The food was amazing for dinner at each restaurant, and the breakfast was incredible. Don’t hesitate to book here, you will be lucky to enjoy this wonderful environment.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nissa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hideaway Rio Celeste is pure paradise. Every detail feels intentional, from the breathtaking grounds and serene rooms to the extraordinary people who bring the place to life. The staff’s warmth goes far beyond hospitality. It’s genuine, thoughtful, and deeply human. Umbrellas ready for rainforest showers, air filters in the rooms, beautifully authentic meals, seamlessly organized tours, and heartfelt recognition of special moments. There’s a joyful pride here, a sense of family and generosity that reflects a deep love for Costa Rica. You don’t just stay here, you’re welcomed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff, great place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful resort!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property was beautiful, the service is great. Tours are very overpriced however.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms good and amenities. No in residence dining or service unless special requests are made makes this a less good property. FB service hit and miss and requires better management. WhatsApp messaging functional but seems a somewhat loose way to agree and confirm details as staff share ownership of the messaging service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mylene

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Extraordinaire!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Viven, TENAFLY

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was absolutely incredible - so beautiful with every single detail thought of. The room was stunning, clean, and comfortable. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Yes place was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tasha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow, What a beautiful, must see place to experience the Rio Celeste! Everything was well above expectations!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and hotel we're beautiful and immaculate. The service was exceptional and the breakfast was so delicious!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keli

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Highly suggested. Look forward to our next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful high end boutique hotel. The staff was superb, very attentive at every detail. The hotel is right next to the Rio Celeste national park. The facilities mix first class areas like the restaurants and pool with rooms right in the middle of the rainy forest. I really recommend this resort.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thayer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent all around. The grounds, the food, the service, all fantastic. Plenty to do on site and more nearby (though not walkable). If you’re looking for something amongst the hustle and bustle, this isn’t it. It’s a wonderfully peaceful spot to stay amongst nature. Will definitely consider going back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaylynn, Carlton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The friendliest staff I have ever met on any vacation! The grounds and rooms were immaculate and every staff member was welcoming, knowledgeable, and personable. The food was delicious, the beds were comfortable, and the property was gorgeous. We can't wait to go back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faye

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An outstanding hotel Staff were so friendly and helpful Room was stylish, large, lived the outdoor shower 2 restaurants food was excellent in both and wines very good Breakfast was best in Costa Rica - buffet style - lots of choice and delicious Bar area was fun for a pre dinner cocktail and a fun games room Pool area was lovely and tranquil with a great hot whirl pool for relaxing in after morning activities The free afternoon yogo with Jeremy was fantastic and so nice after a day tubing The trail walks were great for bird spotting and we had a nice swim in the Rio Celeste at the bottom Definetely recommend this hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

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

You won’t be sorry!

Hideaway Celeste is a fabulous place. It is absolutely worth the price!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is absolutely beautiful. The staff is amazing - especially at the restaurant. The rooms are very nice, amazing outdoor shower, our only complaint would be that the bed was not very comfortable. Overall it was a great choice and would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ibtisam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was amazing here! Peaceful retreat. Room was really nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Scott

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, grounds were beautiful, but the price of the food and drinks combined with the poor quality really put a dark cloud over our stay unfortunately…..
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

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