Hot springs in Costa Rica

Seven mineral thermal pools in the Orosi Valley near Cartago, with valley views, farm trails and day or night passes. Easy day trip from San José, paid entry, no hike required.

Luxury Arenal resort with multiple hot spring pools and a two-day day pass. Rainforest views, food options, spa, 20 minutes from La Fortuna, paid entry, no hike required.

Ten riverside pools and a volcanic mud area near Rincón de la Vieja, via Hacienda Guachipelín. Short wooded walk to pools, suspension bridges, paid entry, near Liberia.

Naturally flowing thermal river in a rainforest garden near Arenal, 20 minutes from La Fortuna. Day passes with lockers and showers, calm garden atmosphere, paid entry.

Quiet hot spring complex 10 minutes from La Fortuna: timed entry, dinner on site, calmer atmosphere than large parks, paid entry, advance booking strongly recommended in peak season.

Large thermal park near Arenal volcano in La Fortuna with multiple pools, waterslides and swim-up bars. Easy road access, paid entry, family facilities and lockers on site.