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Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

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

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Relax by the serene pool surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and a soothing waterfall.
Relax in this stylish living room with a large flat-screen TV, comfortable sofa, and beautiful views of lush greenery.
Set amidst lush greenery, this hotel offers stunning views from its multiple balconies.
Relax in a serene bedroom with a large bed, seating area, and balcony overlooking lush greenery.
Enjoy a drink at the bar, surrounded by comfortable seating and lush greenery.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
The current price is €547
includes taxes & fees
25 Jul - 26 Jul

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Room options

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Orchid Room King Bed

Orchid Room King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Orchid Room Two Queen beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Tabacon Suite King Bed

Tabacon Suite King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Honeymoon suite

Honeymoon suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Arenal Natura Ecological Park - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Los Lagos Hot Springs - 8 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park - 13 min drive - 9.8 km

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 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 manicure/pedicure, a Thai massage and a facial at the on-site spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, children's 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 round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, babysitting (surcharge) and luggage storage
  • 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 such as free WiFi and safes.
More 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 transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre 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 - 37 ºC
  • 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 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
  • Mosquito nets
  • 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 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

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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)

Property is also known as

Grand Tabacon
Tabacon Gr Thermal
Tabacon Gr Thermal Fortuna
Tabacon Gr Thermal Resort
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Tabacon Grand Resort
Tabacon Grand Spa
Tabacón Thermal Resort La Fortuna
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Tabacon Grand Spa Thermal Hotel La Fortuna De San Carlos
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Tabacon Grand Hotel Thermal
Tabacon Grand Resort Thermal
Tabacon Resort
Tabacón Thermal Resort
Tabacón Thermal La Fortuna
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Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa Resort
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Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa Resort La Fortuna

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 11 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa on 25 Jul 2025 start from €547.36, 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 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?

Checkout 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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Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 850 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 102 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1002 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Absolutely amazing resort.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10

Excellent place , beautiful nature and great views and great people
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Gorgeous, beautiful clean excellent service best food
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

The hotsprings were fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Hot springs and Shangri La for hotel guests only was GREAT. Shuttle running from hotel lobby to the hot springs was super convenient. The nice comfy Spa robes were a BIG Hit as well. Being able to wear them the more casual restaurant at the Hot Springs was nice and convenient.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10

The thermal w
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Tabacón is a fantastic spa experience with natural hot spring pool of various temperature and sizes. It is truly one of a kind and we hope to return there soon. It is a “must visit” stop for those visiting Costa Rica.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Great place - You can go there again and again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10

Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10

wonderful staff, wonderful grounds, wonderful dining experiences
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Absolutely amazing vacation
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Hot spring river is amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Gorgeous hotel and the hot springs are amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10

Very good hot spring
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Beautiful hotel in everything. We enjoyed it
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Lovely
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Beautiful, elegant resort, service is impeccable and the thermal springs are amazing
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10

Absolutely amazing hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

Absolutely beautiful property and wonderful staff. Hot springs are great, same goes for food. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Hot springs was Great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10

5 star world class.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

The quiet and Zen atmosphere! All the hot springs are amazing! The rooms are beautiful! I will definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

We stayed in 5 different hotels during our trip and Tabacon was truly the best.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10

Excellent hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023