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Reviews of Hacienda Guachipelin Volcano Ranch Hotel & Hot Springs This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

Rincón de la Vieja, Liberia, 50101 Liberia, Costa Rica

#5 of 28 hotels in Liberia

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 474 hotel reviews

8.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.9

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    8.8

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.1

  • Free WiFi

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: March 18, 2024

    8.0
    Restfull active vacations are the best.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lack of transportation.

    Landscape, birds, flowers, well maintained.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 4, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beautiful grounds

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: March 2, 2024

    10
    You will not be bored!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A lot of options of things to do from relaxing by the pool, observing nature or taking one of the many excursions offered . Room was large and comfortable. My husband is gluten free and we were pleasantly surprised by the many options for him —/ quite different from any other hotel we have been to!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: February 27, 2024

    8.0
    Great stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bed was very hard

    Breakfast was great, the hotel is lovely, quiet location, all waterfalls and hot springs included on price. Lovely pool. Friendly staff. Very nice welcome drink.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 15, 2024

    8.0
    Beautiful location, good food and nice hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I didn’t like the attitude of one of the ladies on reception when I told her the shuttle driver, in hind sight, it was someone who worked with him - told me the last shuttle would pick me up at 4pm but it didn’t until 4.30pm. All in all, it took an hour including waiting time to get back to the hotel. When I told the lady this she said that the drivers do not speak English (I did actually speak English to one driver plus I speak Spanish), then pointed at the times on the shuttle schedule. She was rude. But saying that, another lady at reception and gentleman were very helpful and nice to me.

    The grounds are amazing - enjoyed doing some short hikes by myself and really enjoyed the natural thermal pools. The food was very good too! My room was a very good size and had a nice shower with lovely shower gels provided by the spa. Plenty of eating options too.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 12, 2024

    10
    A Top Knotch Experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite with Mountain View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There is nothing we didn’t enjoy.

    We loved how well thought out the property is. There is a lot to see and experience and while it’s all on site, it is spread out. So you have the convenience of everything in proximity but it’s not on top of each other. Also there is a sense of authenticity about the place. The culture is very much felt and celebrated. The staff was amazing. So hard working and delightful. The rooms were comfortable and the hammocks and seating areas outside were so relaxing. We loved all the activities and hikes and the close proximity to the Liberia airport.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 29, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The hot springs were amazing ! Great service and amazing breakfast buffet

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 26, 2024

    9.0
    Lovely
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nature, marimba music , the peacefulness

    Everything was amazing, the people the place the location, the food was good

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 13, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 1 night

    The breakfast was great. I got a massage at the spa last minute which I was happy about. We hiked to the waterfalls which was spectacular.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 6, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very Good

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 6, 2024

    9.0
    Perfect location and amenities
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    More vegetarian options.

    Location was phenomenal and all the wonderful things to do made it so enjoyable!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 1, 2024

    10
    Excellent.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great location. Kind efficient staff. Modern clean facilities with comfortable beds. Excellent activities. Great restaurants

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 31, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lots of beautiful ponds and waterfalls in close range. Amazing jungle-wellness included.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 29, 2023

    8.0
    Wonderful few days and close to the Liberia airport.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lunch and dinner options are limited and require reservations.

    Location to Rincon de Vieja and proximity to airport.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 29, 2023

    10
    Best place to stay to enjoy the local highlights of Rincon de la vieja!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    If you don’t have a car then a taxi/shuttle to the hotel is rather expensive. It cost is $120 from Liberia airport at night, and $60 to Liberia downtown in the day.

    We spent two weeks travelling around Costa Rica and this hotel was still one of my favourites. The unique selling point is that it is so accessible to nearby attractions, with some being part of their estate and there being a free shuttle service to the national park and hot springs. Hiring a car in CR is very expensive so it was great not having to rely on one for this part of the trip. They also offer numerous activity packages for a reasonable price with more flexible times. Everything else about our stay including the rooms and restaurant were very good value also.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 26, 2023

    10
    Delightful and relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The nearby waterfalls and hot springs were really wonderful.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 22, 2023

    8.0
    Good rural stay with plenty to do on site - recommend the National park!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A bit remote if you want to go off site for a meal / lunch - but that is also part of its appeal

    Great walks

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 22, 2023

    10
    Serene beautiful place with so many activities included in the price
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was not at all crowded . Amazing hikes to waterfalls and hot springs included in the price . Everything is natural including the food . The rooms were perfect with rustic looks and hammocks but with all modern amenities . Hotel is very close to the hike to the volcano. Service was outstanding

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 21, 2023

    8.0
    Many activity options on a large hotel area in a well-managed and busy holiday resort
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    This resort has a lot of rooms and groups, so at times it became a bit too populated for us like for the meals or at the rather tiny pool.

    Professionally managed "resort" Plenty of opportunities on the resort area (waterfalls, ponds, hot baths) Very comfortable rooms Very convenient access to National Park

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 20, 2023

    8.0
    It was a lovely and short respite. I would recommend two full days is plenty. Very quiet. Early nights.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Tucked away so a bit of a ride to get to. Roads were great for the last several miles. Little else around.

    Peaceful and serene. Clean room. Staff was helpful. Food was good.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 17, 2023

    10
    We had a really great stay and had so much fun doing the activities
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I would have liked a kids menu as I had to pay for a full buffet but my kids only ate a little

    The ambience and all there was to do in the area. The rooms were very nice and comfortable. The restaurant served very good food. The staff made the experience as they were so helpful and friendly

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 16, 2023

    10
    pleasurable , relaxing , great food and something for everyone
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    n/a

    clean, lush, and lots of hiking trails around well organized

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 16, 2023

    8.0
    Nice property and very safe, but really more oriented to families and larger groups.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Suite with Mountain View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The property is very large and there a loads of people both staying there and visiting for day trips and excursions. The "mud bath" was not really what you'd imagine. It was more "touristy" than we were prepared for, but everything was well done as far as that goes!

    The rooms are large, clean and well-appointed. The grounds are well-kept, and the staff is helpful. Customer service was excellent. Breakfast buffet was great. It was also nice to have the Hot Springs on site, even though this required a drive to get there and access. Additionally it was lovely to be able to visit the waterfalls right on site, and to access Rincon de la Vieja National Park very easily without leaving the property.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: December 12, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Keep in mind that there is nothing else close by so if you want anything not available on the property then its at least a 30 min drive.

    A perfect escape into the jungle, with many waterfalls close by and access to the national park to explore the volcanos. There's plenty to do without needing a tour (and lots of tour option to choose from too) and the rooms are designed to be relaxing, with your own patio and hammock to enjoy. The food in the restaurants was delicious, a nice blend of Costa Rican cuisine and international dishes. I would highly recommend going to the spa - the experience is magical and the setting for getting a massage is truly a unique experience.

    Stayed in October 2023

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