Featuring hot spring baths, sauna, massages services, luxury spa treatments and 5 swimming pools, Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa is 15 minutes’ drive from the Arenal Volcano National Park. The rooms and suites offer modern décor, garden views, air conditioning, flat-screen cable TV, coffee maker and mini-bar. The bathrooms come with bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries. The suites also feature a living area. Guests can enjoy a swim up bar, lobby bar and Los Tucanes restaurant and Ave del Paraiso restaurant serving local dishes and international gourmet cuisine. The property also offers free valet parking, a welcome cocktail and unlimited access to its on-site hot springs. Activities such as volcano tours, rappel, hiking through suspension bridges and rafting can be also arranged. This complex is 20 minutes’ drive from La Fortuna main square and 1 hour’s drive from Venado Caves. Juan Santamaría International Airport is 2 hours’ drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, American, Buffet

Free Parking Available On Site

Activities:

Fitness center

Fishing

Spa


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 king bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.4
High score for Fortuna
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Mahshid
    United States of America United States of America
    Absolutely beautiful property very tastefully done to blend in with the surrounding nature but also very high tech and super comfortable
  • Angel
    United States of America United States of America
    There was a good variety and the service was exceptional. We had Helen as our server several times and she was excellent in every way. Helpful polite and friendly. Also , Betty - hostess - I asked her a question about the orchids and she didnt...
  • Marnie
    United States of America United States of America
    Loved everything! Lifelong memories. Wonderful experience all around. Definitely worth the price. My husband and I spent our anniversary here. My second time staying here and it’s just as wonderful as it was 10 years ago! The staff are so...

Area info

Restaurants
2 Restaurants On Site

  • Los Tucanes
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Gluten-free
  • Ave del Paraiso Restaurant
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegan • Gluten-free

Resort Facilities at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Spa
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • 2 restaurants
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • High chair
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Dryer
Room Amenities
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Horseback riding
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Video
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
Front Desk Services
  • Lockers
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Mosquito net
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Car rental
  • Family rooms
  • Hair/Beauty salon
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Lowered sink
  • Raised toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
Spa
  • Yoga classes
  • Beauty services
  • Waterslide
  • Hot spring bath
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
    Additional charge
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Discover Cash Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

100% of the first night will be charged at the time of booking as a guarantee deposit.

Reservations with more than 5 rooms, different policies, conditions and payments will apply.

We inform you that beginning April 01, 2022, Costa Rica's Government announced new “flexible” measures and proof of vaccination will no longer be required to enter most establishments, including hotels, restaurants, spas and tours. In abidance to this regulation, Tabacon will no longer require proof of full vaccination to all its guests.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

FAQs about Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

  • Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa has 2 restaurants:

    • Los Tucanes
    • Ave del Paraiso Restaurant

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa is 5 miles from the center of Fortuna. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Fitness center
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Yoga classes
    • Hot spring bath
    • Beauty services
    • Horseback riding
    • Swimming pool

  • Yes, Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa include:

    • Suite
    • Double

  • Check-in at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Guests staying at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.3).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • American
    • Buffet