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Tabacon Grand Spa Thermal Resort

4.5 of 5
Arenal Volcano, La Fortuna de San Carlos, Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Herndon, Virginia
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

If you are going to the Tabacon Resort, you will not have a pool while it is being refurbished. We were traveling with my nephew. We were all staying in the same room paying for three> No bathroom or key code was supplied for my nephew, nor did I get the warm friendlies from the front desk staff. I know... More

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West Palm Beach, Florida
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4 hotel reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

My family of 3, which includes my 16 year old daughter, stayed at the Tabacon for 4 nights. Overall we were blown away, the place is amazing!. We arrived on a Thursday afternoon & were greeted & checked in by an extremely accommodating front desk. We were offered welcome drinks upon check in & were given loads of information about... More

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Dallas, Texas
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5 reviews 5 reviews
3 hotel reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

We spent two nights at this hotel and really enjoyed our time there. The wifi is free and is a good connection. The breakfast buffet was very nice with a lot of options. We enjoyed the springs and ate dinner at the buffet there which was also very good, and definitely worth the money. I had a massage at their... More

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Annapolis, MD
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

This place is advertised as a 5 star hotel. The problem is that the Hot Springs and Hotel are separate. The Hot Springs are open to bus tours and general visitation. So you are in your 5 star hotel and then loads of folks descend on the hot springs - you are awash of folks. The worst part is the... More

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Brookline, New Hampshire
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46 helpful votes 46 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

The pictures of the thermal pools just can't quite capture the Beaty of this "jungle within a resort"!! The price of admission ($60) justifies staying here at this hotel, since your admission to the pools is included in your stay, as well as shuttles back & forth that run every few minutes. The restaurants are a bit pricey----even at breakfast,... More

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Austin, Texas, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

Just got back from a wonderful vacation in Costa Rica at The Tabacon Grand Spa Thermal Resort and I now see why it has such high accolades. The hot springs are AMAZING!! The wonder and beauty of the natural springs is truly something that is worthy of anyone's bucket list. I was a little hesitant about going in June (we... More

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Manassas, Virginia
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013

We had an amazing vacation at Tabacon. Everyone was so accommodating and kind. Food was delicious, the grounds are spectacular, the hot springs are out of this world. Could not ask for a better vacation!

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Akron, Ohio
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013

First off, sorry for the lengthy review, but thought it was warranted. We read tons of reviews on Tabacon and really weren't too surprised at our experience, but at the same time though it was important to share. Over a week before we arrived, my wife email the hotel manager, Yendry Espinoza Arias, communicating when we would be arriving and... More

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San Diego, California, United States
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

We stayed at Tabacon for 4 nights as part of our stay in Costa Rica during our honeymoon. The hot springs were wonderful and the grounds of the hot springs are beautiful as well- definitely go at night for a really cool experience. The food at the restaurant was really delicious- we only had lunch there, but the typical plate... More

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Sofia, Bulgaria
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12 reviews 12 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

The place is excellent. The service is one of the top 3 I've ever seen, the springs are just great and so relaxing, you just don't wanna leave the hotel. It's a little bit pricey, especially the food and beverages you order, but you can go to restaurant or stop at the closest supermarket for some stuff. Anyway, the breakfast... More

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Also Known As:
Tabacon Grand Spa Thermal Hotel
Tabacon Grand Spa Thermal Hotel La Fortuna De San Carlos
Tabacon Grand Hotel Thermal
Tabacon Grand Resort Thermal
Tabacon Resort
Tabacon Hot Springs
Tabacon
Tabacon Grand Spa Thermal Resort Costa Rica/La Fortuna De San Carlos
Address: Arenal Volcano, La Fortuna de San Carlos, Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica
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Region: Costa Rica > Province of Alajuela > Arenal Volcano National Park > La Fortuna de San Carlos
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Fitness Centre Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#5 Luxury Hotels in La Fortuna de San Carlos
#6 Romantic Hotels in La Fortuna de San Carlos
#20 Family Hotels in La Fortuna de San Carlos
Price Range: €€€
Hotel Class:4.5 star (4.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Tabacón Grand Spa Thermal Resort is a five stars hotel located in Costa Rica's northern region, at the foot of the majestic Arenal Volcano in the heart of the tropical rainforest. Tabacón provides luxurious accommodations, services and amenities in a picture-perfect natural setting. The unique thermal springs emerge from the volcanic earth, cascading to form waterfalls, streams, tranquil pools and ponds surrounded by lush tropical gardens which create an oasis of peace. The hotel, member of The Leading Hotels of The World, offers 7 different categories of rooms: Ambassador Suite, Senator Suite Tabacon Suite, Honeymoon Suite, Rainforest Suite, Superior Premium and Superior, each room with amenities that will offer all the comfort for an unforgettable stay.As a perfect complement of a relaxing experience, inside the gardens you can find The Grand Spa, member of Leading Spas of the World. The Grand Spa taps one of the world´s beautiful locations to offer an incomparable spa experience. Treatments are given in 11 open-air bungalows, all with Jacuzzi. ... more   less 
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