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A hot tub under a wooden pergola with lush greenery in the background.

A wooden bridge over a calm river surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

An arched doorway leading into a building with a tiled floor and a view of a hallway with a ceiling light.

An arched hallway with tiled flooring, a chandelier, and a mural on the wall.

1. Rancho Rio Perlas Resort & Spa

Dulce Nombre

"The front desk did not have our reservation and we waited outside a locked gate in a rainstorm for about 10 min. The reception was not warm. We felt like an inconvenience. Even though they have a restaurant it was closed until breakfast. They offered to drive us to town (far away) for dinner. They did not have enough seats in the vehicle for our group so we stayed in and skipped dinner. I think for young locals it’s a great place for family with thermal pools, lake, river and nature. For older...

Susan

CA $161

CA $182 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A pool with a rock centerpiece, surrounded by lush greenery and a white building with arched windows.

An arched entrance with tiled flooring, wall-mounted lamps, and potted plants.

A serene outdoor area with a pond, a wooden dock, and lush greenery.

A bar area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a ship's wheel decoration.

2. Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa

Dulce Nombre

Jairo

CA $134

CA $151 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A pool area with lounge chairs and an umbrella, surrounded by lush greenery and a scenic view of mountains and a valley.

A table set with breakfast including toast, eggs, and fruit, with a scenic view in the background.

A paved pathway flanked by wooden railings and lush greenery, leading into a forested area.

A two-story building with a stone facade, a balcony, and a covered outdoor area with chairs and potted plants.

3. Hotel Rinconcito Verde

Paraiso

Jane

CA $120

CA $135 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

An outdoor dining area with round tables and chairs, covered by a canopy, surrounded by greenery.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings and ornate ceiling patterns, featuring multiple dining tables and chairs.

A round dining table set for a formal event, surrounded by chairs with white and brown sashes, in an outdoor setting with potted plants and a building in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

4. Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco

El Tejar

Rick

CA $152

CA $171 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

An outdoor covered dining area with tables and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of a body of water.

A garden pathway leading to a building with a red-tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and various plants.

A house with a red-tiled roof, brick walls, and a garden with pink flowers and palm trees.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a glass-top dining table, and a view of lush greenery through large windows.

5. La Casona del Cafetal

Cachi

Susana Cristal

CA $158

CA $178 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A rustic restaurant interior with stone walls, wooden benches, and hanging onions.

A balcony with a view of a cityscape and mountains. There are two chairs and a potted plant.

A hotel room with two beds, a small table with a vase of flowers, a TV mounted on the wall, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A pathway leading to a building with a tiled floor, green metal railings, and flower beds with red and pink flowers.

6. Hotel Las Brumas

San Rafael

Guiselle

CA $126

CA $142 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A bar area with multiple stools, shelves with glassware, and hanging plants.

A reception area with wooden block wall art, two pendant lights, and a display of plush toys.

A long dining table set with glassware, plates, and cutlery, surrounded by wicker chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a sofa, and a small ottoman.

7. Hyatt Place San José/Pinares

Sánchez

Jorge Andres

CA $205

CA $231 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A wooden building with a sign reading "SECRET GARDEN." It has a wooden deck and is surrounded by greenery and flowers.

A row of wooden cabins with a paved path leading to a covered area, string lights overhead, and cars parked in front.

A wooden building with a balcony overlooking a vineyard.

A wooden cabin room with two beds, a sofa, and a painting on the wall.

8. Cabañas & Mirador Secret Garden Costa R.

Potrero Cerrado

Craig

CA $136

CA $154 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A room with a wooden ceiling, large windows, a sofa, a table, and a bar area with stools.

A room with a bed, a desk, and a view of greenery.

A building with a blue exterior and a palm tree in the foreground.

A wooden deck with a view of dense tropical foliage.

9. Hotel Quelitales

Cachi

Adrianus

CA $188

CA $213 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A wooden interior with a high ceiling, a large window, and a round table with chairs.

A wooden attic room with a large window, a wooden chair, and a small table.

A wooden cabin room with a bed, a table with a plant, and a view of the mountains.

A wooden porch with a bench, a view of a landscaped garden, and a mountain in the background.

10. Cedrela Ecolodge

Copey

Helen

CA $125

CA $141 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A rustic cabin with a wooden deck and a fenced garden area with hydrangea bushes.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a plant, framed certificates, and a door in the background.

A wooden-paneled bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, and a window with a view of trees.

11. Curuba Lodge

Jardín

Esteban

CA $109

CA $123 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A garden pathway with stone walls and various flowers, leading to a view of a green landscape.

A cozy room with a wooden ceiling, wicker furniture, and large windows.

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

An outdoor dining area with tables set for a meal, chairs with white covers, and a view of a green landscape.

12. Guayabo Lodge

Santa Cruz de Turrialba

Jose

CA $153

CA $173 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A spa area with two hot tubs and a wooden deck, surrounded by lush greenery and large windows.

A modern building with large glass windows, wooden beams, and a garden with succulents and rocks.

A building with a wooden facade and large windows.

A modern house with a glass facade, surrounded by dense forest.

13. Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve & Spa

Páramo

Damian

CA $161

CA $182 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A swimming pool with a hot tub, surrounded by a patio with outdoor furniture, set against a backdrop of lush greenery and mountains.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a wooden dresser, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A spacious restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, brick walls, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a brick fireplace, and a view of greenery outside.

14. Hotel Villa Florencia

Turrialba

Francisco

CA $222

CA $251 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A serene riverside setting with a bridge, a gazebo, and a building with a red roof.

A wooden deck with outdoor seating and potted plants.

A lush garden with a pond, a wooden bridge, and a building with a green roof.

A spacious living room with a checkered floor, green sofas, a pool table, and a bar area with a grill.

15. Trogon Lodge

Páramo

Adriana

CA $135

CA $152 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A wooden cabin with a table and chairs, a hanging light fixture, and a view of a lush landscape.

A restaurant with wooden beams, large windows, and a central wood stove. Tables are set with plates, glasses, and cutlery.

A room with a large window overlooking a hilly landscape with dense greenery.

A rustic house surrounded by lush greenery and a small stream.

16. Toucanet Lodge

Copey

Gustavo

CA $118

CA $133 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a view of a lush forest.

A two-story building with a tiled roof, large glass windows, and a central courtyard.

A modern house with a glass facade, a patio area, and a pathway leading to the entrance.

17. Dantica Cloud Forest Lodge

Copey

Eric

CA $206

CA $233 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A covered corridor with tiled flooring, benches, and large windows.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a window with curtains.

A restaurant with multiple tables set for dining, white chairs, and orange tablecloths.

A reception area with a tiled floor, wooden reception desk, and a view of the outdoor area.

18. Hotel Wagelia Turrialba

Turrialba

Paul

CA $102

CA $116 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A bartender pouring a drink into a glass at a bar with shelves of liquor bottles in the background.

A building with a covered entrance, surrounded by dense greenery and trees.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a wooden pillar, a black door, and a window with curtains.

19. Hotel el Páramo

Paramo

maria

CA $79

CA $90 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a view of mountains.

A snack display with chips and a refrigerated beverage section in a modern store.

A hotel entrance with a sign for Homewood Suites by Hilton, a covered outdoor seating area, and a clear pathway leading to the entrance.

A modern kitchen area with a buffet setup, including a coffee station and refrigerated beverage dispensers.

20. Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Ciudad Cariari

Luz

CA $150

CA $170 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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Lankester Botanical Garden

9.2/10 (19 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Lankester Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Dulce Nombre. You can enjoy the coffeehouses while in the area.

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Nestled in the lush highlands, Dulce Nombre invites exploration of the magnificent Lankester Botanical Garden with its world-class orchid collection. Venture to nearby Irazu Volcano National Park where hiking trails lead to dramatic crater views and cloud forests teem with unique wildlife.

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A church with two towers and a cross on top, surrounded by greenery and palm trees.

Top Dulce Nombre Hotel Reviews

Barceló San José

10/10 Excellent

"Great Place Place to get in and Out of the Country . Always a pleasure to enjoy Facilities."

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

8/10 Good

"The amenities were good, however the check in and out staff not so much, very hostile and unfriendly. The checkout time very early. I don’t see me staying there again."

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

10/10 Excellent

"Excelente hotel en una ubicación muy conveniente."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful property- love the quiet natural beauty"

More cheap stays in Dulce Nombre

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Avenida 6, between Calle 21 & 25 San José San Jose

CA $12

CA $31 total

Oct 14 - Oct 15

includes taxes & fees

Hotel el Descanso

Avenida 2 con calle 22, 22560304 San José San José

CA $36

CA $41 total

Oct 3 - Oct 4

includes taxes & fees

7/10 Good! (55 reviews)

Viajero San José Hostel

15 C. 13 San José San José

CA $57

CA $64 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

includes taxes & fees

9.4/10 Exceptional! (59 reviews)

Luz De Luna Hotel Barrio Escalante

calle 33 intensa frente San José San José

CA $62

CA $70 total

Oct 15 - Oct 16

includes taxes & fees

7.2/10 Good! (42 reviews)

Hotel Casa 69

69 Calle 25 bis 80 mts de embajada San José San Jose

CA $78

CA $88 total

Oct 26 - Oct 27

includes taxes & fees

9.4/10 Exceptional! (327 reviews)

The Victorian Hotel CR

Paseo Colon, 28 y 30 Street San José San jose

CA $113

CA $128 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (48 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Dulce Nombre?

The best area to stay in Dulce Nombre is along the main road that runs through the village, particularly around the central church and plaza.This area is the heart of Dulce Nombre, offering a convenient base for exploring. It's a small, welcoming village with a few local shops and eateries clustered near the church. The main road provides direct access to nearby attractions and is generally easy to navigate.Couples looking for a tranquil retreat will find this area particularly appealing. The peaceful surroundings and the opportunity to experience authentic local life make it a relaxing choice. You can enjoy quiet walks and connect with the local culture without the bustle of larger towns.For travellers interested in local handicrafts and a genuine Costa Rican experience, staying near the centre allows for easy access to small artisan shops and the chance to interact with residents.

What are the best family hotels in Dulce Nombre?

For a family-friendly hotel in Dulce Nombre, the Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa is an excellent option.This 4.5-star resort, rated 8.0, offers a range of appealing features for families. It provides a pool with sun loungers and a poolside bar, making it an enjoyable spot for both adults and children. For convenience, the resort offers free cribs and free rollaway extra beds, along with sofa beds in the rooms, ensuring comfortable sleeping arrangements for everyone.

Are there any all-inclusive hotels in Dulce Nombre?

Yes, for an all-inclusive experience in Dulce Nombre, the Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa is an excellent choice.This 4.5-star resort, rated 8.0, offers an extensive all-inclusive stay, ensuring a relaxing holiday. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, and there is also a convenient poolside bar. The resort is set amidst a beautiful mountain landscape, providing stunning mountain views.

What are the best spa hotels in Dulce Nombre?

For a highly-rated spa hotel in Dulce Nombre, the Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa is an excellent choice.This 4.5-star hotel, with an 8.0 rating, offers an extensive on-site spa experience. Guests can enjoy a wide range of treatments, including body scrubs, body treatments, hot stone massage, deep tissue massage, and facial treatments. The spa also features a steam room and offers body wraps. For those planning a massage, it is recommended to book in advance.

What hotels in Dulce Nombre offer free breakfast?

For hotels in Dulce Nombre that offer free breakfast, consider the Rancho Rio Perlas Resort & Spa and the Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa.The 3-star Rancho Rio Perlas Resort & Spa, with a 9.0 rating, provides a complimentary breakfast, including local options, to start your day. Guests also benefit from free self-parking and an outdoor pool.Another excellent choice is the 4.5-star Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa, rated 8.0. This resort offers an inclusive breakfast as part of its amenities, alongside an inviting outdoor pool with a poolside bar and comfortable sun loungers.

What are the best budget hotels in Dulce Nombre?

For budget accommodation in Dulce Nombre, the Rancho Rio Perlas Resort & Spa is a superb option.This 3-star resort, with an excellent 9.0 rating, offers great value. Guests can enjoy a complimentary local breakfast and free self-parking, adding to the convenience. The resort also features an outdoor pool, superb for relaxing, and air-conditioned rooms for comfort.

What are the most romantic hotels in Dulce Nombre for couples?

For a romantic getaway in Dulce Nombre, the Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa is an excellent choice for couples.This 4.5-star resort, with an 8.0 rating, is located within a beautiful mountain setting, offering stunning mountain views that create a truly serene atmosphere. Couples can enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, complete with poolside loungers and umbrellas, or relax in the hot tub. Many rooms feature a furnished balcony with views of the lake or river, adding to the romantic appeal. The resort also boasts a sauna, great for unwinding together.

When is the best time to go to Dulce Nombre?

The best time to go to Dulce Nombre is during the dry season, which runs from December to April.This period offers consistently sunny days and lower humidity, making it ideal for exploring the region's natural beauty and outdoor activities. You'll find it more comfortable for hiking, visiting coffee plantations, and enjoying the local markets. The roads are also in better condition for travel during these months.For couples seeking a relaxing getaway, the dry season provides superb weather for enjoying the serene landscapes and outdoor dining experiences without the interruption of daily rain showers. The clear skies are also excellent for stargazing in the evenings.Travellers looking for an active holiday will appreciate the dry season's conditions for adventures like zip-lining, white-water rafting, and exploring the trails around the nearby Turrialba Volcano.

Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?

You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Dulce Nombre.

How much is the nightly rate at a Dulce Nombre hotel?

Prices for hotels in Dulce Nombre often vary, but you can find a great deal from CA $31 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.

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Our top choices for Dulce Nombre hotels

1. Rancho Rio Perlas Resort & Spa

2. Rio Perlas Thermal Resort & Spa

3. Hotel Rinconcito Verde

4. Hotel y Restaurante El Guarco

5. La Casona del Cafetal

6. Hotel Las Brumas

7. Hyatt Place San José/Pinares

8. Cabañas & Mirador Secret Garden Costa R.

9. Hotel Quelitales

10. Cedrela Ecolodge

11. Curuba Lodge

12. Guayabo Lodge

13. Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve & Spa

14. Hotel Villa Florencia

15. Trogon Lodge

16. Toucanet Lodge

17. Dantica Cloud Forest Lodge

18. Hotel Wagelia Turrialba

19. Hotel el Páramo

20. Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Stay near popular Dulce Nombre attractions

Lankester Botanical Garden

Learn more about Dulce Nombre

Top Dulce Nombre Hotel Reviews

Barceló San José

Hyatt Centric San José Escazú

Homewood Suites By Hilton Cariari San Jose

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

More cheap stays in Dulce Nombre

Costa Rica Backpackers - Hostel

Hotel el Descanso

Viajero San José Hostel

Luz De Luna Hotel Barrio Escalante

Hotel Casa 69

The Victorian Hotel CR

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