Experience world-class service at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

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 minibar. 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 particularly 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 centre

Fishing

Spa and wellness centre


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they 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:

  • Isabella
    Switzerland Switzerland
    We spent 2 nights at this hotel and were overall satisfied with our stay. The rooms were spacious and well-equipped, and the staff was extremely friendly and helpful, making our stay enjoyable. We were particularly impressed by the sensational hot...
  • Marcin
    Poland Poland
    Unique place. Thermal spa- absolutely one of the kind. Floating hot river- great experience. Hotel nicely maintained
  • Matthew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This hotel is amazing. The spa is just incredible, we never wanted to leave. The hotel is worth every penny just to stay to be able to enjoy the thermal pools that much longer. The rooms were lovely and had everything you needed.

Property surroundings

Restaurants
2 restaurants on site

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

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

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • 2 restaurants
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Tumble dryer
Room Amenities
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Horse 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
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (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 possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
Reception services
  • Lockers
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and 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
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Mosquito net
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Car hire
  • Family rooms
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
Wellness
  • Yoga classes
  • Beauty Services
  • Water slide
  • Hot spring bath
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
    Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules

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

Check-in

From 15:00 to 23:30

Check-out

From 08:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

Cot and extra bed policies

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots 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
Need-to-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 Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

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

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

FAQs about Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

  • The prices at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • 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

  • Room options at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa include:

    • Suite
    • Double

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

  • Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa has 2 restaurants:

    • Los Tucanes
    • Ave del Paraiso Restaurant

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

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

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Fitness centre
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Yoga classes
    • Hot spring bath
    • Beauty Services
    • Horse riding
    • Swimming Pool

  • Check-in at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

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