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ROOMS & SUITES: 102
Tabacon Grand Spa Thermal Resort is a five-star carbon neutral resort located in Costa Rica's northern region, at the base of the majestic Arenal Volcano, in the middle of the tropical rainforest.
A member of The Leading Hotels of the World and Healing Hotels of the World, Tabacón provides luxurious accommodations, services and amenities in a picture-perfect natural setting. The resort’s 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. Inside the gardens is the resort’s Grand Spa, member of The Leading Spas of the World, which combines a beautiful location with a singular spa experience. Tabacón’s new Shangri-La Gardens is a relaxing, romantic oasis for adults.
Certified carbon neutral since May 2009, awarded Luxury Eco Certification (second resort in the world) and the first hotel in the world to receive the Seven Stars and Stripes “Green World Award,” Tabacón is at the forefront of Costa Rica’s sustainability efforts. The resort has been cited as one of the “Best Resorts in Central and South America” in Travel + Leisure’s “World’s Best Awards.” Similarly, the Grand Spa has been named one of the “Top Hotel Spas in Latin America” by Travel + Leisure, one of the “best spas” by Spa Magazine and Luxury SpaFinder; and one of the world’s top eco-spas by Concierge.com. Highlights include a three-unit Temazcal, the only one in Central and Latin America; 11 outdoor treatment bungalows (with Jacuzzis) and a menu of indigenous treatments including Watsu in outdoor thermal pools and volcanic mud wraps.
Surrounded by the energy of the live Arenal volcano, the resort also offers a new Lifestyle & Wellness program where guests can consult with a nutritionist and spa expert to develop a healthy living plan and assist with weight management and education based on the principles of Ayurveda. The 102-room resort has updated accommodations and swimming pool areas, and an enticing mix of Ayurvedic, Costa Rican and international cuisine. The signature Gala Dinner is served in a private rainforest bungalow with private chef and server. Nearby activities include nature tours, hanging bridges, ziplining, canyoning, and hiking to the volcano. www.tabacon.com, 011-506-2519-1999 or toll-free 1-877-277-8291. Twitter: @TabaconResort Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/tabacon.
WOW FACTORS
• Dramatic location with spectacular waterfalls and thermal springs adjacent to an active volcano
• Four-handed massages
AWARDS
A-List - Luxury Travel Magazine Awards
Condé Nast Johansen's Most Excellent Award
Condé Nast Readers' Choice Award
Five Star Diamond Award
Green/Sustainable Hotel Certification
Leading Spa
SpaFinder Award
Travel+Leisure World's Best INSIDER TIPS
• Guests must wear required wristbands at all times.
• WiFi is available in the main lobby and restaurant.
• This is the jungle, so wild monkeys and other animals roam the property freely.
• The resort is full of family friendly offerings like white water rafting and rainforest hikes, but the atmosphere is more honeymoon/romantic.
• The lava flows down the far side of the volcano.
• You can head down to La Fortuna for dining options outside the hotel.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Tabacon has 73 guest rooms and 29 suites that feature 42 inch flat screen televisions, DVD players, safety boxes, Internet, coffee makers, mini bar and hairdryers, to mention a few. Other services available are a 500 DVD movie library, 24 hours room service, and a private Gala Dinner for couples in a private bungalow in the rainforest with a private Chef and waiter. AMENITIES & SERVICES
• Wireless Internet connection in most public areas.
• Adjoining and connected rooms, only superior category. Ideal for families with children or groups that wish to sleep in separate quarters while having direct access to each other through inter-connecting interior doors.
• Romantic candlelight dinner at private open-air bungalows, ideal for honeymoons or other romantic occasions.
• Non-smoking rooms.
• Wheelchair-accessible rooms. These rooms feature wider door frames, bathroom with showers instead of bath-tubs and security handle bars, only garden category.
• Cribs for small children. Imported from the United States, these cribs fit U.S. Government standards and guidelines.
• Room service. Food and beverage services provided by the Los Tucanes restaurant staff.
• Emergency medical attention.
• Fitness center & Grand Spa.
• Transportation between the hotel and the Thermal Springs complex. FACILITIES
Fitness Center / Gym
Hot thermal springs
Kids Club
Spa
Swimming Pool - Outdoor LEISURE
Hotel Pool Area and Jacuzzi - The Hotel features a quiet swimming pool and outside Jacuzzi filled with thermal mineral water, the perfect place to enjoy the natural surroundings of the property: the rainforest and volcano.
The Tabacon Hot Springs perfectly combine mineral content, volume and temperature. While there are many hot springs destinations around the world, few offer this special balance set in a splendorous natural paradise. SPA
The Grand Spa covers 35,000 square meters, and offers treatments in 11 open-air bungalows located in the middle of the rainforest. The signature Tabacon massage begins with a series of bends and stretches to regulate the body's flow of vital energy, and concludes with volcanic mud vigorously massages into the body. Not to miss is "Temazcal" the old native Indian cleansing ritual for mind, body and soul.
EXPLORE
The Arenal Region, with its splendid and famous volcano, its National Park and the Arenal Lake, has become a unique and exciting destination for nature lovers and explorers.
Adventure - Adventurous guests at Tabacon can choose from a wide selection of excursions and experience the thrills of adventure and ecological activities in the Arenal area. The different tours in the region include amazing white water rafting; canyoning; exciting canopy tours; rainforest sky trek and hiking to the Volcano and La Fortuna Waterfall.
Nature Lovers - Beside the outstanding tropical gardens and forest at Tabacón's hot springs, our guests can enjoy an extraordinary experience by taking local excursions to wildlife refuges and private reserves, where you can observe the rainforest.
Tours such as hikes to the volcano; float trips on canoe; bird watching; and the perennial favorite, the Arenal sky tram and the hanging bridges; are some of the nature activities to discover for an exceptional and memorable stay at Tabacón. AIRPORT
San Jose-Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) AIRPORT DISTANCE
90 miles/150 km HIGH SEASON
November through April
GETTING THERE
Transfers can be arranged through the property for approximately $150 (1-4 people), each way, to/from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) (2.5 hours away).
Tabacón Grand Spa & Thermal Resort is 150 kilometers from San Jose, Costa Rica's capital, on the road that connects La Fortuna to Lake Arenal, in the country's northern zone. The resort sits near the base of Arenal Volcano, and is surrounded by the wildly diverse flora and fauna of the tropical rainforest.
150 km / 90 miles from San Jose International Airport. Tabacón offers a continuous complimentary shuttle between the hotel and the resort's hot springs. To request this service, please contact the front desk.
Tabacon Grand Spa Thermal Resort
13 km West of La Fortuna
La Fortuna de San Carlos
Alajuela, Costa Rica
Tel: (++506) 2519-1999 (Reservations)
Tel: (++506) 2479-2000 (Hotel)
Fax: (++506) 2519-1940
Email: sales@tabacon.com CHILD POLICY
Children 5 and under can be accommodated at no additional charge within maximum occupancy. Children ages 6 to 11 can be accommodated for a fee per child, per night, using existing bedding when accompanied by two adults. Please contact Reservations Department for more information sales@tabacon.com PET POLICY
Pets are not permitted. SMOKING POLICY
Smoking permitted only in designated areas, not in guestrooms. |
