Resort Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

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13 km oeste del centro de La Fortuna de San Carlos, Alajuela, Costa Rica., 21007 Fortuna, Costa Rica – Excellent location - show map

Excellent location — rated 9.5/10! (score from 724 reviews)

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9.4
Superb
724 reviews

This is a magical place with the best staff ever, everything is perfect.

Alireza United Kingdom

Great and quiet room with a view on the volcano Arenal. Access to the hot springs is just wonderful!

Ban1 France

The best hotel that we was in costa rica! we come for a honeymoon and that gave us the best experience! The breakfast and the restaurant are super good and tasty. The suit room was very big, And the hot springs was one of the best that we saw in our life.

Avior Israel

Nice place, the staff people are very kind and gentle. the hot springs zone is amazing, many hot springs everywhere, could be there all the day. the breakfast was also very good and varied, room was clean and beautiful

ברילוביץ Israel

Difficult to fault the place and service - perfect

Meeta United Kingdom

Breakfast was delicious and there were several options! The room was beautiful and it was always nice to come home to a clean room. The staff was always so helpful and kind.

Graham United States

Everything! The thermal springs were amazing! The hot waters coming from the volcano the perfect gardens with the lovely plants and finally the SPA! The massage rooms are outside and you could hear the river flow while! Very good massage! The pools with the bars everything was perfect and helped us relax.

Panagiotis Greece

Those Thermal Springs are just WOW!!! One of the best places we've visited on the planet to date! That aspect of the property is certainly phenomenal. The staff bent over backwards to make sure we were comfy and happy - in every part of the hotel. Incredible service really! Didn't love my room as much as it was sprayed with air freshener and I don't like that / have some chemical sensitivities. Other than that it was lovely. Had a fantastic breakfast in the restaurant and our Valentines dinner with live music was nice. Great, friendly and accommodating service. It's definitely worth the experience of spending at least one night there.

Jeanette Canada

Absolutely gorgeous! the hot springs are absolutely amazing and a MUST in Arenal. all the staff were really friendly and helpful. the room was super clean and the bed was very comfy

Alex United Kingdom

Everything! 5-star service and exceeded our expectations!

Shayne Canada
9.4
Superb
724 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “This is a magical place with the best staff ever, everything is perfect.”
    Alireza Alireza United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Great and quiet room with a view on the volcano Arenal. Access to the hot springs is just wonderful!”
    Ban1 Ban1 France France
  • “The best hotel that we was in costa rica! we come for a honeymoon and that gave us the best experience! The breakfast and the restaurant are super good and tasty.”
    Avior Avior Israel Israel
  • “Nice place, the staff people are very kind and gentle. the hot springs zone is amazing, many hot springs everywhere, could be there all the day.”
    ברילוביץ Israel Israel
  • “Difficult to fault the place and service - perfect”
    Meeta Meeta United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Breakfast was delicious and there were several options! The room was beautiful and it was always nice to come home to a clean room. The staff was always so helpful and kind.”
    Graham Graham United States United States
  • “Everything! The thermal springs were amazing! The hot waters coming from the volcano the perfect gardens with the lovely plants and finally the SPA!”
    Panagiotis Panagiotis Greece Greece
  • “Those Thermal Springs are just WOW!!! One of the best places we've visited on the planet to date! That aspect of the property is certainly phenomenal.”
    Jeanette Jeanette Canada Canada
  • “Absolutely gorgeous! the hot springs are absolutely amazing and a MUST in Arenal. all the staff were really friendly and helpful. the room was super clean and the bed was very comfy”
    Alex Alex United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Everything! 5-star service and exceeded our expectations!”
    Shayne Shayne Canada Canada

Categories:

  • Staff9.5
  • Facilities 9.6
  • Cleanliness9.7
  • Comfort 9.7
  • Value for money8.6
  • Location9.5
  • Free WiFi9.3
High score for Fortuna

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 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 25 Jun 2013.

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Most popular facilities

1 swimming pool
Free parking
Free WiFi
Spa and wellness centre
Family rooms
Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bar

Currency exchange: Need local currency? This property offers currency exchange on site.

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, Full English/Irish, Vegan, Gluten-free, American, Buffet

Free parking available on-site

Activities:

Fitness centre

Fishing

Spa and wellness centre

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  • 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed
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Orchid Room King Bed
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  • 1 sofa bed
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  • The staff speak English

Guest reviews

9.4
Superb · 724 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff9.5
  • Facilities 9.6
  • Cleanliness9.7
  • Comfort 9.7
  • Value for money8.6
  • Location9.5
  • Free WiFi9.3
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Alireza United Kingdom

    “This is a magical place with the best staff ever, everything is perfect.”

  • Ban1 France

    “Great and quiet room with a view on the volcano Arenal. Access to the hot springs is just wonderful!”

  • Avior Israel

    “The best hotel that we was in costa rica! we come for a honeymoon and that gave us the best experience! The breakfast and the restaurant are super good and tasty. The suit room was very big, And the hot springs was one of the best that we saw in our life.”

  • ברילוביץ Israel

    “Nice place, the staff people are very kind and gentle. the hot springs zone is amazing, many hot springs everywhere, could be there all the day. the breakfast was also very good and varied, room was clean and beautiful”

  • Meeta United Kingdom

    “Difficult to fault the place and service - perfect”

  • Graham United States

    “Breakfast was delicious and there were several options! The room was beautiful and it was always nice to come home to a clean room. The staff was always so helpful and kind.”

  • Panagiotis Greece

    “Everything! The thermal springs were amazing! The hot waters coming from the volcano the perfect gardens with the lovely plants and finally the SPA! The massage rooms are outside and you could hear the river flow while! Very good massage! The pools with the bars everything was perfect and helped us relax.”

  • Jeanette Canada

    “Those Thermal Springs are just WOW!!! One of the best places we've visited on the planet to date! That aspect of the property is certainly phenomenal. The staff bent over backwards to make sure we were comfy and happy - in every part of the hotel. Incredible service really! Didn't love my room as much as it was sprayed with air freshener and I don't like that / have some chemical sensitivities. Other than that it was lovely. Had a fantastic breakfast in the restaurant and our Valentines dinner with live music was nice. Great, friendly and accommodating service. It's definitely worth the experience of spending at least one night there.”

  • Alex United Kingdom

    “Absolutely gorgeous! the hot springs are absolutely amazing and a MUST in Arenal. all the staff were really friendly and helpful. the room was super clean and the bed was very comfy”

  • Shayne Canada

    “Everything! 5-star service and exceeded our expectations!”

Property questions and answers
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  • Room has king bed and sofa bed, but is only available to three people? We are two adults traveling with our 15 and 12 year old daughters. Thanks!
    Good morning dear guest, Please receive a warm regards from Tabacon staff, thank you for contacting us, it is a pleasure to assist you. We have rooms with Two Queen beds available or the 2 Bedroom Suite where we can acomodate 4 adults. Please verify directly with our in house reservations Department. We are at Your Service. Best regards,
    Answered on 9 January 2020
  • Is this an all-inclusive resort with meals and drinks included?
    Good morning dear guest, Greetings from Hotel Tabacon Thermal Resort & Spa! We have restaurant service in the hotel, Two restaurants, one restaurant in the hotel area and other one located in the thermal water resort zone. Our hotel is not all-inclusive. Best regards, Sindy Marmolejo Reservations
    Answered on 4 March 2020
  • Which airport should I fly into to stay at Tabacon?
    Dear guest, • SJO Juan Santamaria Intl, San Jose, Costa Rica 128.0 Kilometers North West • LIR Liberia Guanacaste 130.0 Kilometers East Best regards, Sindy M. Reservations
    Answered on 15 March 2021
  • Good morning, How long is the drive from Liberia airport to your resort? And do you offer shuttle pick up and drop offs?
    Good morning dear guest, Yes, we can provide you all the information, we work with a Tour Operator for the transportation. Best regards,
    Answered on 14 February 2021
  • Hello. We are 2 adults looking to come with our 2 children (ages 6 & 7.) is your resort kid friendly? Thank you.
    Good morning, Please receive a warm regard from Tabacon staff! Yes, we are Family hotel, they can use the hotsprings and swimming pools. Best regards,
    Answered on 17 April 2021

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Property surroundings *
Guests loved walking around the neighbourhood!
Excellent location - show map
What's nearby
  • Arenal 1968 Trail
    2 miles
  • Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park
    2.2 miles
  • Arenal Natura Ecological Park
    2.4 miles
  • Kalambu Hot Springs
    2.9 miles
  • Ecotermales Fortuna
    3.2 miles
  • Termalitas del Arenal
    3.3 miles
  • Ecoglide Arenal Park
    3.3 miles
  • Sky Adventures Arenal
    4.7 miles
  • Arenal Eco Zoo
    5 miles
  • La Fortuna Waterfall
    5.2 miles
Top attractions
  • Venado Caves
    5.3 miles
  • Children's Eternal Rainforest
    10.5 miles
  • Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve
    11.4 miles
  • Selvatura Adventure Park
    11.5 miles
  • Sky Adventures Monteverde
    12.2 miles
Natural beauty
  • Mountain Arenal
    4.2 miles
Closest airports
  • San Carlos Airport
    44.7 miles
  • Juan Santamaría International Airport
    49 miles
  • Tobías Bolaños International Airport
    54.1 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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2 restaurants on site

    Los Tucanes

    Cuisine: International

    Open for: Breakfast, Dinner

    Menu: Buffet & à la carte

    Ave del Paraiso Restaurant

    Open for: Lunch, Dinner

    Menu: Buffet & à la carte

Resort facilities of Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

Most popular facilities

1 swimming pool
Free parking
Free WiFi
Spa and wellness centre
Family rooms
Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bar
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Horse riding Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking Additional charge
  • Canoeing Additional charge
  • Fishing Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Kid meals Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Reception services
  • Lockers
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Babysitting/child services Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Car hire
  • Family rooms
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
Outdoor swimming pool
Free! All pools are free of charge
  • 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
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Check-in

15:00 - 23:30

Check-out

08:00 - 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

There is no capacity for cots at this property.

There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

The fine print

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

  • Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa is 5 miles from the centre of Fortuna.

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

  • Room options at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa include:

    • Suite
    • Double

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

  • Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa has 2 restaurants:

    • Los Tucanes
    • Ave del Paraiso Restaurant

  • 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.

  • 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
    • Horse riding
    • Beauty Services

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa (subject to availability):

    • Parking on site
    • Parking
    • Free parking

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

  • Guests staying at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.1).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • American
    • Buffet