Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

4.5 star property
Luxury resort with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa

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Outdoor pool
Library
1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Exterior
Rainforest King Bed | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym

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Room options

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Orchid Room King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Orchid Room Two Queen beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

Tabacon Suite King Bed

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
  • 861 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Honeymoon suite

Highlights

Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 753 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

Rainforest King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
13 Km Oeste del Centro, de la Fortuna de San Carlos, La Fortuna, Alajuela

What's nearby

  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Arenal Natura Ecological Park - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Los Lagos Hot Springs - 8 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 9 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park - 13 min drive - 6.1 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 135 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Virgita Ristorante - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ginger Sushi - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪La Saca Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Agua Ardiente Pool Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Ti-Cain - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

Luxury family-friendly resort near Tabacon Hot Springs
Located close to Go Adventure Park and Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park, Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa provides a swim-up bar, shopping on site, and a garden. Indulge in a body scrub, a manicure/pedicure, and a deep-tissue massage at the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and international cuisine. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a hair salon and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks at this resort include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with a swim-up bar
  • Free valet parking
  • Hot springs on site, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, babysitting (surcharge), and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 105 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • 32-inch plasma TVs with cable channels
  • LED light bulbs, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free valet 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
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • 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

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 - 99 ºF
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Mud bath
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Spa open daily
  • 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 elevator
  • 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 organized tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch plasma TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • 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: anytime
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 at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 7 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Frequently asked questions

Does Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

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

As of Jun 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa on Jul 8, 2025 start from $571.0, excluding 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 Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa?

Valet parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

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

Check-out is at noon.

Does Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa located?

This family-friendly La Fortuna resort is located on the riverwalk, within 3 mi (5 km) of Tabacon Hot Springs and Go Adventure Park. Arenal Natura Ecological Park and Arenal Volcano are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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