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Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

4.5 star property
Luxury riverwalk resort, walk to Tabacon Hot Springs

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Outdoor pool
Exterior
Tabacon Suite King Bed | Living area
Lobby
Terrace/patio
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar

Explore the area

Map
13 Km Oeste del Centro, de la Fortuna de San Carlos, La Fortuna, Alajuela
  • Popular LocationTabacon Hot Springs1 min walk
  • Popular LocationArenal Volcano10 min drive
  • Popular LocationMistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park12 min drive

Room options

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Orchid Room King Bed

Orchid Room King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2016
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Orchid Room Two Queen beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2016
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Tabacon Suite King Bed

Tabacon Suite King Bed

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2016
Renovated in 2012
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Honeymoon suite

Honeymoon suite

Highlights

Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2016
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 70 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Rainforest King Bed

Rainforest King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2016
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

La Fortuna

A luxury stay in La Fortuna awaits you at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa. You'll be steps from Tabacon Hot Springs and 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Go Adventure Park. Highlights at this family-friendly resort include 2 restaurants, a full-service spa and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering at The Grand Spa can include deep-tissue massages, body wraps and body scrubs along with access to the hot springs/mineral springs and mud bath. The fine-dining restaurant, Los Tucanes, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Arenal Wet Bar is the resort's own bar, serving drinks along with light fare. Enjoy the gym, Hot tub, sauna and kids' swimming pool. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 4.5-property class La Fortuna resort include Arenal Natura Ecological Park and Ecoglide Arenal Park.
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What's nearby

  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 1 min walk
  • Titoku Hot Springs - 3 min drive
  • Arenal Natura Ecological Park - 7 min drive
  • Arenal Volcano - 10 min drive
  • Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 135 min drive

Restaurants

  • La Cava Pizza a la Leña - 10 min drive
  • Virgita Ristorante - 7 min drive
  • Agua Ardiente Pool Bar - 6 min walk
  • Ave Restaurant - 5 min walk
  • Red Frog Coffee Roaster - 10 min drive

About this property

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

Luxury riverwalk resort, walk to Tabacon Hot Springs
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, hot springs, and a waterslide. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a swim-up bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are also featured at the luxury Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a beach shuttle are available for a fee. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa was completed in 2016.

This 4.5-star La Fortuna resort is smoke free.

  • 103 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 7 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • Built in 1997
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Swim-up bar
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa offers 103 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Plasma televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower, dressing gowns, slippers and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

The Grand 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 hot tub. The spa is open daily. Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa. There are 15 hot springs on site.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

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

Things to do

  • 15 hot springs
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Spa tub
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 11 treatment rooms
  • 15 hot springs
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot springs water temperature - 37 ºC
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Mud bath
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa tub
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 7 buildings
  • Ballroom
  • Built in 1997
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Plasma TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • LED lighting
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 4 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche and Barclaycard. Cash is not accepted. This property uses solar and geothermal energy.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children aged 4 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • 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
Tabacon Gr Thermal Resort
Tabacon Gr Thermal Resort Fortuna
Tabacon Grand Resort
Tabacon Grand Spa
Tabacón Thermal Resort La Fortuna
Tabacon Grand Thermal Resort
Tabacon Grand Spa Thermal
Tabacon Grand Spa Thermal Hotel La Fortuna De San Carlos
Tabacon Grand Spa Thermal Resort La Fortuna
Tabacon Grand Spa Thermal La Fortuna
Tabacon Grand Hotel Thermal
Tabacon Grand Resort Thermal
Tabacon Resort
Tabacón Thermal Resort
Tabacón Thermal La Fortuna
Tabacon Thermal & La Fortuna
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa Resort
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa La Fortuna
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa Resort La Fortuna

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa?

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa?

As of 15 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa on 23 May 2024 start from AU$776.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa?

Yep, Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa has a free self car park.

Is there a spa on site at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa?

Yep, The Grand Spa is available for guests. It has a hot tub, a mud bath and hot springs. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as hot stone massages.

Does Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa have a pool?

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool.

Does Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa have a waterslide?

Yep, this property has a waterslide!

What luxury perks are available at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa?

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants.

Is Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, children's meals and babysitting services, it's no surprise that Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa?

No, pets are not allowed.

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 824 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 117 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1001 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen, Eagan

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Set the standard
Truly an unforgettable experience. They set the standard for hospitality. I will remember this stay for years to come!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Hadi

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
not friendly at all, we had a really bad experience with not expert staff in Tabacon resort hotel maximum is 3 star hotel You don’t feel welcome and we saw Insects and cockroach in our room and call the room service and front desk they didn’t do anything!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Hadi

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harsimran, Santa Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Iconic resort to experience the natural hot springs. Lots to do nearby in the town of La Fortuna. Great variety of offerings at the breakfast buffet.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

MICHELE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really a nice and well kept property, with stunning hot springs. We loved our room and the restaurant was really good. The staff was awesome and always available to assist.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francesca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

laura

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Hotel! The views are amazing and the thermal pools are outstanding.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Christina

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023