The Spa at Tabacón invites guests to unwind in open-air treatment bungalows surrounded by the Costa Rican rainforest. Located beside the natural thermal springs, it offers massages, facials, and body treatments inspired by local ingredients such as coffee, cacao, and volcanic mud. The sounds of flowing water and birdsong accompany each experience, creating a close connection with the forest. Skilled therapists provide thoughtful, personalized care, while the relaxation area offers time to pause before or after a treatment. Paired with a soak in the thermal river, a spa visit adds another dimension to well-being at Tabacón.

At Tabacón, a natural thermal river flows through the rainforest at the foot of Arenal Volcano, forming a network of pools and waterfalls surrounded by tropical gardens. Heated by volcanic activity and enriched with minerals, the flowing waters offer different temperatures and settings to explore, from quiet pools beneath the canopy to cascading waterfalls.

The experience invites visitors to follow the river, find a favorite spot, and enjoy the warmth of the water alongside the sounds of the forest. Swim-up cocktails and dining at Ave complement a day spent in the thermal springs.

Hotel guests enjoy early access from 8 to 10 a.m., before the springs open to day visitors. Guests aged 18 and over can also explore Shangri-La Gardens, a peaceful area in the upper reaches of the river reserved exclusively for adult hotel guests.

Shangri-La Gardens offers adult hotel guests a quiet retreat in the upper reaches of Tabacón’s natural thermal river. Surrounded by tropical gardens, six thermal pools invite guests to explore and unwind, while cocoon seating and daybeds provide comfortable spaces to rest between soaks. A dedicated bar serves food and drinks to enjoy throughout the day.

Access: Exclusively for hotel guests aged 18 and over.

Service hours:
- Beverages: 10:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
- Food: Noon–5:30 p.m.