Termales La Estrella
Ciudad Quesada area, Alajuela Province, Costa Rica
Illustration photo — not a verified picture of this exact spot.
- Location
- Ciudad Quesada area, Alajuela Province, Costa Rica
- Water type
- bicarbonate, sulfurous
- Temperature
- 40 °C
- pH
- 6.5
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
LowHigh
Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Bio-active
LowHigh
Rich in active gases or metals — a strong mineral character.
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh
Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
SoufreSulfuresSulfates
Termales La Estrella is located near Ciudad Quesada, Alajuela Province, Costa Rica. This bicarbonate and sulfurous thermal water, at 40°C, is enjoyed in an indoor bath and a rotenburo-style outdoor bath, alongside a sauna and massage services.
Insider tip — Termales La Estrella sits in the northern lowlands of Costa Rica near Ciudad Quesada, in a region of tropical rainforest heated by geothermal activity from the Platanar-Poas volcanic complex. The bicarbonate-sulfurous waters are channeled into pool complexes surrounded by lush jungle vegetation, with toucans and howler monkeys as frequent visitors. The volcanic north zone receives some of Costa Rica's highest rainfall, keeping the surrounding landscape intensely green and the rivers full year-round. Evening visits are particularly atmospheric when mist rises from the hot pools and frog calls fill the rainforest air.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 40 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features bicarbonate & sulfurous water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Saison sèche.