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Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa
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 9.6/10! (score from 741 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Everything waws awesome, breakfast, room, and hot springs!
Maureen
United States of America
United States of Americaamazing place, the worm waterfall was the best and amazing experience! really nice stuff , grate rooms with the amazing view
Ashuri
Israel
IsraelThermal springs, nice room, great staff, awesome beds
Natan
Israel
IsraelNice hotel but expensive in every way. Pretty much America prices since most of guests are tourists and from America. The hot springs are great and the shuttle service and staff are very helpful. Breakfast buffet was very good.
David
United States of America
United States of AmericaThe resort is amazing 🤩 The staff is very nice and accommodating. We celebrated our honeymoon and it was a very romantic stay in the king suite. The thermal pools and springs are incredible.
Omri
Israel
Israelthe location is just perfect. staff is very kind. beautiful hotel, and a one in a lifetime experience. very recommended
Shaked
Israel
IsraelGreat hotel in the Arenal area. The thermal baths.. the best in the area! We spent a couple of days at the hotel and got a much deserved rest. All the staff was great, service was impeccable, the thermal baths were a highlight and the treatments at the spa were phenomenal, really. Can't wait to go back!
Juan
United States of America
United States of AmericaOh my God!! Everything is perfect. the place is a dream. If you are looking for the most beatiful place in Costa Rica, this is it. Location ✔️ Comfort✔️ Beauty✔️ Kindness ✔️ Food✔️ delicious! Some reviews say that it is expensive but the truth is that Tabacon Thermal worth every penny.
Margarita
United States of America
United States of AmericaThermal spa is fantastic, stuff is very friendly and attentive, food at the restaurant is good. A place is worth to stay!
T
United States of America
United States of AmericaThe friendliness of the staff, the amenities the springs the beauty of the hotel in general.
Jill
United States of America
United States of America
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa
9.5
Exceptional
742 reviews
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Maureen
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Ashuri
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Natan
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David
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Omri
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Shaked
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Juan
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Margarita
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Jill
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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 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 9.6 for a two-person trip.
Most popular amenities
1 swimming pool
Free parking
Free WiFi
Spa
Family rooms
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bar
Currency Exchange: Need local currency? This property has currency exchange on site.
Travel Sustainable property
This property is part of the Travel Sustainable program, which means it’s taken significant steps to make your stay more sustainable.
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Maureen
United States of America“Everything waws awesome, breakfast, room, and hot springs!”- Ashuri
Israel“amazing place, the worm waterfall was the best and amazing experience! really nice stuff , grate rooms with the amazing view” 
NatanIsrael“Thermal springs, nice room, great staff, awesome beds”- DavidUnited States of America“Nice hotel but expensive in every way. Pretty much America prices since most of guests are tourists and from America. The hot springs are great and the shuttle service and staff are very helpful. Breakfast buffet was very good.”
- OmriIsrael“The resort is amazing 🤩 The staff is very nice and accommodating. We celebrated our honeymoon and it was a very romantic stay in the king suite. The thermal pools and springs are incredible.”
- ShakedIsrael“the location is just perfect. staff is very kind. beautiful hotel, and a one in a lifetime experience. very recommended”
- JuanUnited States of America“Great hotel in the Arenal area. The thermal baths.. the best in the area! We spent a couple of days at the hotel and got a much deserved rest. All the staff was great, service was impeccable, the thermal baths were a highlight and the treatments at...”
- MargaritaUnited States of America“Oh my God!! Everything is perfect. the place is a dream. If you are looking for the most beatiful place in Costa Rica, this is it. Location ✔️ Comfort✔️ Beauty✔️ Kindness ✔️ Food✔️ delicious! Some reviews say that it is expensive but the truth is...”
TUnited States of America“Thermal spa is fantastic, stuff is very friendly and attentive, food at the restaurant is good. A place is worth to stay!”- JillUnited States of America“The friendliness of the staff, the amenities the springs the beauty of the hotel in general.”
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 room...Answered on January 9, 2020
- 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 February 14, 2021
- 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 ...Answered on March 4, 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 regar...Answered on March 15, 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 regard...Answered on April 17, 2021
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2 Restaurants On Site
Los Tucanes
Food: International
Open for: Breakfast, Dinner
Ave del Paraiso Restaurant
Open for: Lunch, Dinner
Resort Facilities at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa
Outdoors
Activities
Food & Drink
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Front Desk Services
Entertainment & Family Services
Cleaning Services
Safety & security
General
Accessibility
Outdoor swimming pool
Spa
Languages Spoken
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
There's no capacity for cribs at this property.
This property doesn't offer extra beds.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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.
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
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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
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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.
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Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa is 5 miles from the center of Fortuna.
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Yes, Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa is popular with guests booking family stays.
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Check-in at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
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Room options at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa include:
- Suite
- Double
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Guests staying at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.0).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
- American
- Buffet
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Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa has 2 restaurants:
- Ave del Paraiso Restaurant
- Los Tucanes
