Rio Perdido

Overview

Set on 1,500 acres of wilderness, this adventure lodge near La Fortuna offers 30 stilted bungalows, thermal pools, a zip line, hiking trails, and more. Perfect for adventure seekers and nature lovers.

  • Location
  • Costa Rica, Caribbean + Central America
  • Rooms
  • 30 bungalows.
  • Periods of closure
  • Open year-round.
  • Food + Drink
  • Two restaurants: a main dining area with Costa Rican-international fusion and a casual poolside lunch spot.
  • Vibes
  • Laid Back Jungle Chic

The Highs

  • Your own thermal river
  • Modernist bungalows
  • 1,500 acres of pristine wilderness
  • Adventure without the trust fund

Stuff You Should Know

This is where minimalism meets monkey business – 30 designer bungalows scattered across a wilderness so vast it makes your average national park look like a backyard. The dramatic bridge sets the tone: you're not just checking in, you're crossing over to somewhere rather special. No fans in the restaurant means evening dining occasionally doubles as a sauna experience. While technically remote, that's rather the point – and with thermal pools, zip lines, and 20 miles of trails, isolation has never been so entertaining.

  • Swimming Pool
  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Bicycles Available
  • Wi-Fi
  • Family Friendly
  • Pet Friendly
  • Electric Car Charging
  • Beach Access
  • Hiking Trails
  • Accessible
  • Sustainable
  • Adults Only
  • Age Restriction
  • Rewards/Points Programs
  • None

Swank Guide Extras

Swank Guide Extras

Fancy the VIP treatment? Book with us, and we’ll make it happen. Early check-in, late check-out? Sorted. Free breakfast? Of course. F+B voucher? We’ll work on it. Room upgrade? Probably.

It’s all about who you know, and with our FORA partnership, you’re always in the inner circle. We’ll confirm what perks we’ve arranged before you ever pay.

Location

  • Bagaces, Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica

Planes, Trains + TukTuks

1,500 acres of pristine wilderness with a side of geothermal drama

  • Nearest international airport
  • Liberia International Airport (LIR)
  • Distance from airport
  • 55 miles/89 km
  • Journey time
  • 1.5 hours by car from LIR; 4 hours by car from SJO (for those who enjoy the scenic route)
  • Map of location
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Room

Rate advice Approximate rates by room type and season

  Low Season High Season Shoulder Season
Most basic room
(Standard Bungalow)
$350/night $450/night $400/night
Mid-priced room
(Premium Bungalow)
$450/night $600/night $525/night
Most expensive room
(Suite Bungalow)
$600/night $750/night $675/night

Rates are approximate and for guidance only. To get prices for your trip dates, book with us.

Amenities In our room

  • Air Conditioning
  • Coffee Machine
  • Microwave
  • Mini-Bar
  • Room Service
  • TV
  • Top-Scoring Pillows*

*Top-scoring pillows are pillows we've rated 8 (or higher) out of 10 for comfort.

Food and drink

Food + Drink On-site surprises

Elevated dining (literally) where fans are the missing ingredient

Two restaurants ensure you won't go hungry in paradise: the main "lodge" perches in the canopy offering breakfast and dinner with views that almost make you forget about the lack of air circulation, while the pool restaurant handles lunch with considerably more breeze. The cuisine strikes a balance between international flair and Costa Rican soul, all served with a side of jungle orchestra. Being captive to on-site dining hardly feels like punishment – though you might want to time your fine dining around the evening heat.

 

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