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Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

4.5 star property

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Rainforest King Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
$689
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Orchid Room King Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Orchid Room King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Rainforest King Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Rainforest King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Honeymoon suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Honeymoon suite

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

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Tabacon Suite King Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Orchid Room Two Queen beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

4.5-star La Fortuna resort walkable to Tabacon Hot Springs
Along with 2 restaurants, this smoke-free resort has a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. Free WiFi in public areas and free valet parking are also provided. Additionally, a fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a swim-up bar are onsite.
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. 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.
In addition to a full-service spa, Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa features hot springs and an outdoor pool. Dining is available at one of the resort's 2 restaurants. The property also offers a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the resort's bars, which include a swim-up bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is located on site and wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary.

This luxury resort also offers a children's pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. For a surcharge, the property provides an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a beach shuttle. Complimentary valet parking is available on site, along with a car charging station.

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa is a smoke-free property.

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.
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
  • 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
  • Comprehensive recycling 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
  • 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

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

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
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)

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
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Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa Resort La Fortuna

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 871 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1006 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 Excellent

Handrie

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One the best hotel in la Fortuna
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect one night stay. I can’t see enough.

Amazing amazing amazing! The people and the grounds! Nice smelling rooms . Nice beds, furniture. The best and top class thermal Hot Springs. The way the springs were laid out across the grounds. Having the transportation included to get to the Springs. All the workers were so nice and friendly! If I were rich, I will keep coming back every month. Thanks to hotel.com.I was able to get a good price even though still pricey but also worth it!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, Phoneix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great resort. Love the hot springs as well as the wildlife. Comfortable beds and great breakfast buffet.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Hui, Toronto

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort was well maintained. Friendly service. Breakfast was decent
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, Marana

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent from arrival to departure. Staff was friendly and helpful, available but not overbearing. The thermal spas had excellent ambiance with a wide range of temperatures and shelters. Spa was excellent - came out refreshed and rejuvenated. Overall - excellent location, close to many activities and adventures.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan Omar

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recently stayed at Tabacón and the experience was absolutely amazing from start to finish. The staff here is truly outstanding every single person I encountered was friendly, attentive, and went above and beyond to make me feel at home. What really stood out to me was how they all remembered my name, which added such a personal touch. Special thanks to Keylor and Oscar, who went out of their way to make the stay extra memorable. The resort itself is breathtaking. The natural hot springs are unlike anything I’ve ever experienced, with several pools to choose from each offering a different vibe, from peaceful and relaxing to more lively and social. The grounds are lush and beautifully maintained, and the location couldn’t be more perfect, tucked right in the rainforest with incredible views of Arenal Volcano. My room was spacious, spotless, and beautifully designed, with all the details perfectly on point. The little touches made a big difference, and the comfort level was topnotch. I also loved that they offer complimentary valet service, which makes everything effortless. Overall, this place is pure paradise. It combines luxury, nature, and genuine hospitality in a way that very few resorts manage to do. I would recommend Tabacón to anyone visiting Costa Rica it’s the kind of experience you’ll never forget.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar, Doral

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yamilia, Miami Beach

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful place, great service, very friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and hot spring was great experience
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose Andres

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

pradeep

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great property
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nerijus

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hot springs are beautiful and fun to do for a day. It's a nice property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Omid

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gilberto

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Yenis

The thermal w
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

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

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Brittney

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025