Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

4.5 star property
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Outdoor pool
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Exterior
Honeymoon suite
Honeymoon suite

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Gym
    Gym

Explore the area

Map
13 Km Oeste del Centro, de la Fortuna de San Carlos, La Fortuna, Alajuela
  • Tabacon Hot Springs
    7 min walk
  • Arenal Volcano National Park
    7 min walk
  • Titoku Hot Springs
    3 min drive
  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    15 min drive

Room options

Orchid Room King Bed

  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Orchid Room Two Queen beds

  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

Tabacon Suite King Bed

  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Honeymoon suite

  • 70 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

Rainforest King Bed

  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

La Fortuna

Located in La Fortuna, Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa is on the riverwalk, within a 5-minute drive of Tabacon Hot Springs and Go Adventure Park. .This family-friendly resort is 3.1 mi (5 km) from Arenal Natura Ecological Park and 4 mi (6.5 km) from Arenal Volcano.

What's nearby

  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Titoku Hot Springs - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Los Lagos Hot Springs - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Arenal Volcano - 10 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park - 12 min drive - 9.0 km

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 135 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Virgita Ristorante - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ginger Sushi - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪La Saca Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Agua Ardiente Pool Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Ti-Cain - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

Riverwalk resort with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa offers 105 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. 32-inch plasma televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. This La Fortuna resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The Spa has 11 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and Thai massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic. The spa is equipped with a mud bath and a spa tub. The spa is open daily. Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa. There are 15 hot springs on site.
Make yourself at home in one of the 105 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and plasma televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as hot springs, an outdoor pool, and a spa tub. Additional amenities at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge). The shuttle (surcharge) will take you to the nearby beach or shopping center.
Enjoy international cuisine at Los Tucanes, one of the resort's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the swim-up bar.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a computer station, and express check-out. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free valet parking is available onsite.
Los Tucanes - Overlooking the pool and garden, this fine-dining restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Ave del Paraiso - Overlooking the pool and garden, this restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Arenal Wet Bar - This poolside bar specializes in international cuisine and serves light fare only. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Cana Brava Lobby Bar - This lobby lounge overlooks the garden. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired Internet

Parking and public transport

  • Free valet parking on site
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Local area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • 1 swim-up bar and 1 bar
  • Room service available
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Restaurants on site

  • Los Tucanes
  • Ave del Paraiso
  • Arenal Wet Bar
  • Cana Brava Lobby Bar

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot springs
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • A hot tub

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Ballroom
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden

Spa

  • 15 hot springs
  • 11 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment room(s)
  • Facials
  • Hot springs/mineral springs
  • Hot springs water temperature (Celsius) - 37
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage - hot stone
  • Massage - Swedish
  • Massage - Thai
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Mud bath
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Spa open daily
  • Hot tub

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have any lifts
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • Romance packages available
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Blackout drapes/curtains

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch plasma TV
  • TV channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Safe
  • Slippers
  • Turndown service

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 7 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses solar and geothermal energy

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Grand Tabacon
Tabacon Gr Thermal
Tabacon Gr Thermal Fortuna
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Tabacon Grand Spa
Tabacón Thermal Resort La Fortuna
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Tabacon Resort
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Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa Resort La Fortuna

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 839 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 107 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1001 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lesliann

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The King suite was comfortable. Staff were friendly and helpful. It was beautiful and a remote location. The thermal spas were very relaxing. Lots of activities to do nearby. Definitely recommend for couples.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bharat

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Rachel

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overhyped not worth the price
This hotel is overhyped. Nothing special just a regular hotel. The rooms were small, not well kept Overall just ok not worth the price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

María

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Everything was very good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is just amazing!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nafisa Wali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anh

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with hot springs. Staff is top notch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hossein

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. The only problem was driving to get to the hotel, about 4 hrs from Tramindo Beach
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tabacón is an incredible resort! The springs is much larger than you would expect, with many beautiful parts to find privacy and relaxation. The drinks are incredible and views are even better. We indulged in a couples volcanic mud massage- and it was the best massage ever! The spa is beautiful, peaceful and worth it! One thing to consider is that it is a 20minute ride to town, so you are pretty much committed to eating at the resort- which is not cheap. Each drink is $15 and meals are $20 . The breakfast options are a buffet at $35 a person or room service- which is about $20 . (Summer 2024) The food was amazing, but we were definitely expecting some cheaper options before we arrived.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Abu

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

ROSA

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ilda

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing spa and thermal pools. The service was amazing all around. Very frie dly and attentive staff. Breakfast buffet was great. Lunch at the springs was amazing, we did not have 1 bad meal.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Shannon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a gorgeous property with a magnificent view of Arenal Volcano. The hot springs are other worldly. Staff is friendly and welcoming. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This resort was SO nice. It was exactly what we needed to relax and unwind after an adventurous start to our Costa Rica trip. We spent more time in the hot springs than we expected and deeply unwound in a way that we really needed. It was divine and we cannot wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Silvia

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Food is priced as in the US but tasted terrible. Staff was friendly but inefficient and made mistakes on orders and requests. Service was extremely slow.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle

Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities
Beautiful, elegant resort, service is impeccable and the thermal springs are amazing
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024