Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

4.5 star property
Family-friendly 4.5-star resort near Go Adventure Park

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Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

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Outdoor pool
Exterior
Honeymoon suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Portable bathtub seat
Terrace/patio

Overview of Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

Check out the area

Map
13 Km Oeste del Centro, de la Fortuna de San Carlos, La Fortuna, Alajuela
  • Popular LocationTabacon Hot Springs1 min walk
  • Popular LocationArenal Volcano10 min drive
  • Popular LocationMistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park12 min drive

Room options

Orchid Room King Bed

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Orchid Room Two Queen beds

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

Tabacon Suite King Bed

  • 861 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Honeymoon suite

  • 753 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

Rainforest King Bed

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

La Fortuna

On riverwalk.At this La Fortuna resort, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Tabacon Hot Springs and 3 miles (5 km) of Go Adventure Park. Arenal Natura Ecological Park and Arenal Volcano are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 1 min walk
  • Titoku Hot Springs - 3 min drive
  • Arenal Natura Ecological Park - 7 min drive
  • Arenal Volcano - 10 min drive
  • Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park - 12 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • La Cava Pizza a la Leña - 10 min drive
  • Virgita Ristorante - 7 min drive
  • Agua Ardiente Pool Bar - 6 min walk
  • Ave Restaurant - 5 min walk
  • Red Frog Coffee Roaster - 10 min drive

About this property

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

Family-friendly 4.5-star resort near Go Adventure Park
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, hot springs, and a waterslide. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a swim-up bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a spa tub are also featured at the luxury Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a beach shuttle are available for a fee. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa was completed in 2016.

This 4.5-star La Fortuna resort is smoke free.

  • 103 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 7 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • Built in 1997
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Swim-up bar
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa offers 103 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Plasma televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

The Grand 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 spa tub. The spa is open daily. Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa. There are 15 hot springs on site.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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 self 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

Things to do

  • 15 hot springs
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Spa tub
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide
  • Yoga classes

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Plasma TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • 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: 11:30 PM
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 4 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, and Barclaycard. Cash is not accepted. This property uses solar and geothermal energy.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 4 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • 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
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Tabacon Grand Spa Thermal Hotel La Fortuna De San Carlos
Tabacon Grand Spa Thermal Resort La Fortuna
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Tabacon Grand Hotel Thermal
Tabacon Grand Resort Thermal
Tabacon Resort
Tabacón Thermal Resort
Tabacón Thermal La Fortuna
Tabacon Thermal & La Fortuna
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Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa Resort La Fortuna

Frequently asked questions

How close is Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa to the airport?

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa is 8.2 mi (15-min drive) away from the La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Apr 25, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa on May 15, 2024 start from $415.49, 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.

Does Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa have an airport shuttle?

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day for a charge.

Does Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa offer free breakfast?

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

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

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa?

This resort offers free self parking.

Does Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa have a pool?

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like international cuisine, pool views, and a poolside location.

Does Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at The Grand Spa, where you can enjoy deep-tissue massages, body wraps, and aromatherapy.

How close is Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa to downtown La Fortuna?

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa is 1.7 mi away from Arenal Hot Springs.

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 825 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 119 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1002 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Lonnie

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very disappointed with the lack of service from the property manager who refused to credit our resort package when we were unable to enter the country due to missing documentation. On April 19th we arrived to Costa Rica only to be sent right back. We never arrived at the resort, and have documentation form the airport proving we weren’t able to enter the country, but the resort manager decided to keep our money anyways. We lost a vacation and $3200. Very shady way of doing business.

2/10 Terrible

Hadi

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
not friendly at all, we had a really bad experience with not expert staff in Tabacon resort hotel maximum is 3 star hotel You don’t feel welcome and we saw Insects and cockroach in our room and call the room service and front desk they didn’t do anything!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Hadi

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harsimran, Santa Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Iconic resort to experience the natural hot springs. Lots to do nearby in the town of La Fortuna. Great variety of offerings at the breakfast buffet.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

MICHELE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really a nice and well kept property, with stunning hot springs. We loved our room and the restaurant was really good. The staff was awesome and always available to assist.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francesca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

laura

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Hotel! The views are amazing and the thermal pools are outstanding.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Christina

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Hailey

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023