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Rio Chirripo

4.0 star property
Riverside lodge with free breakfast and health club

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Deluxe Studio Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View | Living area
Deluxe Room The Nest | Terrace/patio
Deluxe Room The Nest | Terrace/patio
Romantic Room, 1 Bedroom, Hot Tub | Living area
Deluxe Room The Nest | Living area
Rio Chirripo, by a peaceful river, offers locally-sourced breakfast flavors. The pool deck catches perfect sunlight for afternoon relaxation. Yoga classes and spa treatments rejuvenate, while beautiful natural surroundings create a tranquil atmosphere guests love.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Deluxe Studio Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View

Deluxe Studio Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, Mountain View

Deluxe Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Casa Cafe

Casa Cafe

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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River Cabin

River Cabin

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Romantic Room, 1 Bedroom, Hot Tub

Romantic Room, 1 Bedroom, Hot Tub

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room The Nest

Deluxe Room The Nest

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Private outdoor hot tub
Mini-fridge
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in Rivas, Rio Chirripo is in the mountains and on a river. Samaritan Chocolate and Canaan Cheeses are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cloudbridge Nature Preserve and The Secret Gardens. Mariposario Casa Alegría and San Gerardo's Birds - 'Garden of Hummingbirds' are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Map
Route 242 Gerarado, 50m N of the Cemetery, Canaan de Rivas, Rivas, San Jose, 11904

What's nearby

  • Samaritan Chocolate - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Canaan Cheeses - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Secret Gardens - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Miravalles Cross - 24 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Quebradas Biological Center - 32 min drive - 20.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪El Andaluz - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Buona pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Batsú Gastropub - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Antojitos del Maíz - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kapi Kapi - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Rio Chirripo

Upscale lodge by the river
At Rio Chirripo , you can look forward to free breakfast (local cuisine), a terrace and a garden. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a Thai massage or a manicure/pedicure. Yoga classes are offered at the health club; the property also has laundry facilities, a fireplace in reception and a bar. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), access to a nearby health club and tour/ticket information
  • Coffee/tea in reception, 1 meeting room and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at Rio Chirripo have amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs and composting
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and eco-friendly toiletries
  • Balconies or patios, eco-friendly cleaning products and mini fridges

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  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Microwave
The price is AU$87
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 15-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 2000
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Living plant wall
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Mini-fridge
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 7 PM
Guests will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 9 August 2025 to 31 May 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay for free
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 14 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Free in-room WiFi has a 15-device limit

Property is also known as

Rio Chirripo Lodge Retreat Rivas
Rio Chirripo Lodge Retreat
Rio Chirripo Retreat Rivas
Rio Chirripo Retreat
Rio Chirripo Lodge & Retreat Costa Rica/San Gerardo
Rio Chirripo Lodge
Rio Chirripo Rivas
Rio Chirripo Lodge Rivas
Rio Chirripo Lodge Retreat

Frequently asked questions

Does Rio Chirripo have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Rio Chirripo pet-friendly?

Yes, Rio Chirripo allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 14 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Rio Chirripo ?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Rio Chirripo ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Rio Chirripo ?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Rio Chirripo provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Rio Chirripo located?

Situated on a river, this lodge is within a 10-minute walk of Samaritan Chocolate and Canaan Cheeses. The Secret Gardens and Mariposario Casa Alegría are also within 15 minutes.

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