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Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

Property class: 4.5

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A pool surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.
A wooden staircase leading to a thatched-roof structure surrounded by lush tropical foliage.
A wooden dining table set with various dishes and fruits, surrounded by lush greenery.
A bar with wooden chairs, a bar counter, and shelves stocked with liquor bottles.
A dining table set with multiple wine glasses, a candle, and rose petals.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
$581 nightly
The current price is $657 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14

Explore the area

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13 Km Oeste del Centro, de la Fortuna de San Carlos, La Fortuna, Alajuela
  • Place, Arenal Volcano National Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Tabacon Hot Springs
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Titoku Hot Springs
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Orchid Room King Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a TV, and a potted plant.

Orchid Room King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Rainforest King Bed

A modern bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, bedside tables, and a view of greenery through large windows.

Rainforest King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Volcano View Suite

A modern hotel room with a four-poster bed, a dining area with a round table and chairs, a large window with a view of greenery, and a ceiling fan.

Volcano View Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 753 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Tabacon Suite King Bed

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Tabacon Suite King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 861 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Twin Sofa Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Orchid Room Two Queen beds

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, and a shower area.

Orchid Room Two Queen beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Private Pool Suite

A hammock chair by a pool with a tray of food and drink, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain view.

Private Pool Suite

  • Mountain view
  • 753 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

La Fortuna

Located in La Fortuna, Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa is on the riverwalk, within a 5-minute drive of Tabacon Hot Springs and Go Adventure Park. .This family-friendly resort is 3.1 mi (5 km) from Natura Eco Park and 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from Ecoglide Arenal Park.
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What's nearby

  • Arenal Volcano National Park - 1 min drive - 0.2 miles
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Titoku Hot Springs - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Go Adventure Park - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Natura Eco Park - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 170 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee Time - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shangri-La Gardens - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lemnos Wetbar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Baldi Premium Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Red Frog Coffee Roaster - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa offers 105 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. 32-inch plasma televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. This La Fortuna resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite 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.
Make yourself at home in one of the 105 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and plasma televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as hot springs, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub. Additional amenities at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge). The shuttle (surcharge) will take you to the nearby beach or shopping center.
Enjoy international cuisine at Los Tucanes, one of the resort's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the swim-up bar.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a computer station, and express check-out. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free valet parking is available onsite.
Los Tucanes - Overlooking the pool and garden, this fine-dining restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Ave del Paraiso - Overlooking the pool and garden, this restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Arenal Wet Bar - This poolside bar specializes in international cuisine and serves light fare only. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Cana Brava Lobby Bar - This lobby lounge overlooks the garden. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a 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.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 7 buildings
  • Ballroom
  • Built in 1997
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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
  • 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

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 500 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 23)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

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)

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
Tabacón Thermal Resort Spa
Tabacon Thermal & La Fortuna
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa Resort
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa La Fortuna
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa Resort La Fortuna

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 878 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 80 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1002 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel with great thermal facilities.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful, the staff was very helpful and friendly and the hot springs were heaven on earth!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We celebrated our 7 year wedding anniversary here and loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The best experience I ever had in my life . Beautiful place great food amazing staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it all
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, hot springs were beautiful. I would call them warm springs. Staff was the fastest to respond to our needs that i have ever seen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our experience was as expected from a premier luxury spa resort. Its an amazing resort and experience.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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nice spa
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and spa areas were clean and beautiful and the air conditioning was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The included thermal springs were amazing and very friendly and accommodating staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tabacon & the surrounding areas are the most beautiful places I’ve ever been! Can’t wait to be back
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff, resort, hot springs, service and ambience were all top notch. If you have the means or budget, this is what most would want in a luxury experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Nice property
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to relax!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hot springs cross the street, it’s not walkable, but shuttle convenient. ShangriLa pretty cool.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. The staff were friendly and helpful. The Tabacon hot springs access was incredible as well. I would highly recommend this property. Worth every penny.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This place is unbelievable. We loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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👍
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing resort.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms and the hot springs are truly amazing, one of a kind. The food and beverages are also top of the line. Friendly, helpful staff make the stay one of a kind fabulous
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great suite, location, breakfast, parking, excellent service, will repeat for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service and rooms were 5 star and we really enjoyed every aspect of our stay. We stayed in their suite with our two adult children and everything was amazing. Bedding was also top notch as my wife is very picky with beddings and she was very happy with the quality of the mattress and beddings. I give this resort a 5 star
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great space and hospitable staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, clean and great service.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026