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Riverside Hot Springs Inn & Spa is a hotel with spas in Lava Hot Springs.

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Sandi Lucio
Sandi Lucio -Google user
Amazing experience. Makes you feel like your stepping back in time, yet they've done an amazing job in the upkeep and renovations. Clean, elegant and super friendly people. From Dave checking you in, to the Cafe Amor breakfast all the way to the Portneuf...Read More
VacationCoupleLocation: 5Romantic
Mini M.
Mini M. -Google user
Everything about our stay was INCREDIBLE! The staff goes above and beyond to make sure that you feel at home. David made a great first impression for us by calling us and making sure that we had all of our reservations good to go from...Read More
VacationCoupleLocation: 5Luxury, Great view, Romantic, Quiet
John “American Car Prospector” Hames
John “American Car Prospector” Hames -Google user
Outstanding hotel and restaurant with soaking pools. Nicely renovated historic building with secure off street parking. Ultra helpful staff that obviously loves working here. Easily the best restaurant in this part of the state. In historic downtown walking distance to Sunken Gardens.
Location: 5
Kathy Petersen
Kathy Petersen -Google user
Perfect location in Lava Hot Springs. So relaxing to have the private mineral baths in the basement of the hotel. Restaurant has great food and excellent service. Patio dining, live music with a stream running next to the restaurant.
VacationFamilyLocation: 5Perfect location to town, rafting and lot's of restaurants.Quiet
Tina Delgado
Tina Delgado -Google user
This is our first time staying here and we know we will be back. Diane (I think that’s her name) is amazing! Her attention to every detail of the stay was like something I’ve never experienced when checking into a hotel. The soaking tubs are...Read More
VacationCoupleLocation: 5So close to parks and the famous Lava Hot Springs. You can walk everywhereI fell 100% safeBreakfast is included at the cutest ever cafeThe staff is super friendly and helpfulGreat view, Quiet
Joseph O'Leary
Joseph O'Leary -Google user
It's a 🍭 lollipop town, no frowns seen anywhere around - just wide smiles & bright colors of folks & floats throughout the town. Yeah, that's Lava Hot Springs - a good place for doing fun things. And the Riverside Hot...Read More
Becky McKee
Becky McKee -Google user
We had a nice time at this historic hotel. It's located on the river, but we didn't see access to the river from the hotel. The hot spring baths on site are a nice feature and should not be missed if staying here. Had...Read More
Location: 5
Lauren Michael
Lauren Michael -Google user
I want to preface this by saying we had a good experience with the hotel, but unfortunately not the restaurant. I chose the room package that included the private spa and a $40 off coupon for the restaurant. I had been to this restaurant …
Lane Clack
Lane Clack -Google user
Fantastic restaurant! Got in late on road trip and sat at bar, Derrick the bartender/manager was phenomenal. Made a Great old fashion, good conversation and food was 5 stars (did not expect in small town off I-15). I live most of the year in Naples...Read More
VacationSoloLocation: 5Right in center of very small but cute townPhenomenal food, Caesar salad and scallops excellent. Great small menu with fresh seafood and steaks, did not expect in a small rural town! They have a local lady baker that comes in early morning- homemade delicious deserts- chocolate cake delicious and served with fresh whipped cream on the side! Great drinks- Derrick the bartender/ manager is fun and a real pro!Romantic
Evan Thompkins
Evan Thompkins -Google user
This place is a hidden gem. The 3 private mineral soaking tubs you can book at 30 min intervals that come with the stay are wonderful. The food was divine. I had the seafood mix the red sauce was excellent. Even the complementary breakfast I...Read More
VacationSoloLocation: 5Luxury, Romantic, Great value
Julie Cooper
Julie Cooper -Google user
This is our favorite place to stay in Lava Hot Springs! The staff and locals are extremely friendly and welcoming. The food is outstanding. The best in town! They have live music. I love that that have private hot tubs on premises so we...Read More
VacationCoupleLocation: 5Great view, Romantic, Quiet
Kass LaPorte
Kass LaPorte -Google user
Staff is friendly and attentive. I lost my earbud and figured I'd never see it again; housekeeping found it and they called us to come get it! The private hot spring pools are a wonderful addition. Not all rooms have a mini fridge but they are...Read More
VacationCoupleLocation: 5Quiet
Angela Mascaro
Angela Mascaro -Google user
Let me start off by saying if I could give this hotel a 0 that’s what it would receive. This place is defined not as shown in the online photos. It is old, run down, full of bugs and stinky. The day we arrived and...Read More
VacationFriendsLocation: 5Outdated, holes with nails coming up through the hardwood, foil around window AC units that let bugs in. Horrible Odor, No fridge in rooms. Terrible mattresseStay as far away from this place as you can…… Run down, Bugs, Foul smell, Horrible Owner Customer Service, Nasty soaking pools
Dave Maack
Dave Maack -Google user
We recently stayed at this very old hotel, and while the building itself has a lot of character and history, what really stood out to us was the hospitality. The manager, JoNathan, was incredibly kind and welcoming, making sure our stay was comfortable and enjoyable....Read More
VacationCoupleLocation: 5Quiet
mariah ulrich
mariah ulrich -Google user
A wonderful stay we purchased the summer romance package. Enjoyed every amenity the hotel offered. Including the mineral bath and massages, bar & dining we even enjoyed the breakfast vouchers. Thank you every employee was so kind! Rooms were clean. Thank you again.
VacationCoupleLocation: 5Room was very cleanLots of things to do in walking distance. Floating the river. The hotel offered 50% off tube rentals, staff knew where to recommend us and a lot of knowledgeable info on the restaurants and where the local hot spring is.Romantic, Quiet, Great value
Sasha Wilson
Sasha Wilson -Google user
We arrived late at night and shared that one of our tires was leaking. The staff immediately offered help from Fix-a-Flat to bringing their floor jack if the tire was too flat to drive to the shop in the morning. It felt great...Read More
VacationFamilyLocation: 5Quiet
Sandy Andrea
Sandy Andrea -Google user
We came for an Anniversary stay. Room was clean and the bed was comfortable. We had dinner and breakfast at their Cafe & S'more was very good. We ate in the hotel's Portneuf Grill and Lounge . Thestaff for both were great and the food...Read More
VacationCoupleLocation: 5Romantic
Hailstorm 22
Hailstorm 22 -Google user
We came to riverside for my birthday and was blown away! The rooms were beautiful, the massages were absolutely delectable! Apache at cafe & amore (breakfast spot in hotel) made sure every morning was wonderful and filled with laughter. We will 100% come back!!
VacationCoupleLocation: 5Great view, Romantic, Quiet, Great value
CLN
CLN -Google user
The property is in dire need of an update! The rooms have individual a/c units, in the windows, with silver tape around them. The tape had come off the window well, so bugs were coming into the room. During our stay, we interacted with three...Read More
VacationLocation: 5
Mike Weber
Mike Weber -Google user
Will, our bartender, waiter and all purpose host surpassed all expectations. Old Fashioned s were excellent. Service perfect. Scallops beyond any ever before. Lemon curd cheesecake…like the best at the Algonquin, NYC, circa 1927, Dorothy Parker and the Round Table. Met the food and...Read More
VacationCoupleLocation: 5Quaint and comfyTomorrowTotalEasy to everythingExcellentSee aboveRomantic, Quiet
Joshua Parsons
Joshua Parsons -Google user
Excellent hotel for adults. The first floor restaurant had delicious food and drinks. The private pool rooms were wonderful. The staff was always friendly and accommodating. We look forward to returning. We enjoy visiting in the off season when it's not too crowded. It's central location...Read More
VacationCoupleLocation: 5Luxury, Romantic
Roger Armijo
Roger Armijo -Google user
My wife and I recently stayed at the Riverside Inn, and we were pleasantly surprised by our experience. This historic hotel, built in 1914, has a charming, vintage feel that gives it a unique character. The location is beautiful, with the river flowing right past the...Read More
VacationCoupleLocation: 5Great view, Romantic, Quiet
Kim Cooper
Kim Cooper -Google user
We’ve been going here throughout the years. I love the history, go to the downtown museum to learn more. The hotel is nostalgic & I loved it!! The dining & bar are fabulous!! The staff in the restaurant and bar were wonderful & I’m calling...Read More
Dylan Hallberg
Dylan Hallberg -Google user
Wi-Fi doesn’t reach my room floors are squeaky Understand will you do his age?. Trim is falling apart. Door doesn’t shut correctly. Lock is sticky. Restaurant is very overpriced no fridge in rooms no microwave in rooms. I stayed here over a …
Cathy McCauley
Cathy McCauley -Google user
Lava Springs Idaho….cool town! Spent a night at the Riverside Hot Springs and it did not disappoint. Dave and Gail provided a warm welcome and remained helpful through our stay. We booked the senior special through their website. Our king …
Steven Cantwell
Steven Cantwell -Google user
For those who seek out and enjoy unique, especially food-related experiences, dining at the Riverside Inn Restaurant in Lava ticks all the boxes, and then some. …
Cindy Gentry -Thomas
Cindy Gentry -Thomas -Google user
We had a wonderful relaxing time the. We even got to sit out front and Cook some steaks. The hot pools are to died for. All around Lava was warm and down to earth folks. …
Katelyn Way
Katelyn Way -Google user
Historic hotel conveniently located near hot springs and restaurants. Private soaking pools are wonderful! The property is well maintained and has been updated in a way that compliments the original architecture and design. Very comfortable …
Marylu Miller
Marylu Miller -Google user
Fabulous Food at restaurant. One of the best meals Ever. Seafood in spicy fish broth and friend had superb fettuccine Primavera. And the jacuzzi mineral baths were outstanding! What a Find!!
Travis Smith
Travis Smith -Google user
Hi Gail, Lindy and I were sick after staying at your Riverside Hotel and Spa on 5/18/25. …

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