La Fortuna de San Carlos Tours
Skip the Line: Mineral Hot Springs Full Day Ticket w/ Optional Lunch or Dinner
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Skip the Line: Mineral Hot Springs Full Day Ticket w/ Optional Lunch or Dinner

By Paradise Hot Springs
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Ages 3-99, max of 30 per group
Duration: 1–10 hours
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English, Spanish
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  • Lunch or dinner, if option selected
  • Changing rooms and showers
  • Local taxes
  • Entry/Admission - Paradise Hot Springs
What's not included
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Transportation to/from attractions
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off


Start:
  • Paradise Hot Springs, La Fortuna 142, Provincia de Alajuela, San Carlos, 21007, Costa Rica
    Please arrive to the Day Pass Front Desk.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 16966P1

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
    • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
    • Use "Special Requirements" field upon checkout to advise dietary information, if option selected
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 16966P1

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    • La Fortuna 142, Provincia de Alajuela, San Carlos, 21007, Costa Rica
      Please arrive to the Day Pass Front Desk.
    • 1
      Experience pure natural hot spring pools and hot tubs with different types of hydromassage.
    About the operator
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    • Paradise Hot Springs
      977
      Costa Rica
      Joined in March 2012
    • gl0rianaz
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great hotel but could offer better food
      Excellent experience at the hotel. Great view of the volcano, lots of hot springs to use and good staff. BUT the food is not that good. We had dinner the first night and we had to return a couple of the plates because they were not good. And the server of that night was not good either. Yet the rest of the staff were real good and the room was super clean and modern. I would definitely come back.
      Written September 7, 2024
    • bela20202
      0 contributions
      3.0 of 5 bubbles
      Nice place
      It is a beautiful place to spend time! But in our case my room was beautiful, jut the refrigerator was not working at any time ! The customer service was nice ! A little overpriced for the drinks !
      Written May 27, 2024
    • travel2Colorado
      0 contributions
      3.0 of 5 bubbles
      Disappointing visit
      We decided to stop by at this hot spring based on the good reviews. Unfortunately, we were very disappointed . There are two big pools and a few small ones attached. There was work being done on of them which they didn’t mention on the webpage. The place itself needs updating and you can see it in different areas. I guess most of the reviews were done by visitors who were on tours and got there in the evening. Definitely it not worth the $43 entrance fee.
      Written May 26, 2024
    • aurorawell
      0 contributions
      2.0 of 5 bubbles
      Don't go for the dinner option
      We went to this place for the evening for the hot springs and dinner. We would recommend skipping the dinner option altogether as the buffet food was not great quality, not well cooked and not very tasty and also with no alternatives for vegetarians/vegans. The hot springs were warm and relaxing and mostly full of young American tourists. The changing rooms and locker facilities were dated and tired. The cocktails were nice but on the expensive side.
      Written May 17, 2024
    • holly2121
      0 contributions
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      Beautiful hot springs, buffet less than great
      My wife and I spent an evening at Paradise Hot Springs on a day pass. It was absolutely relaxing, beautiful, and refreshing. The only thing we suggest is that you do NOT get the buffet dinner. It was underseasoned and overcooked and definitely the worst meal we had in Costa Rica. The swim up bar has a bunch of “snack” options that could definitely be whole meals - highly recommend doing that instead (it’s also cheaper!).
      Written March 28, 2024
    • Emarie1
      0 contributions
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      Date night at the hot springs
      We had a room for the night and liked the space and the safety of it all. Large rooms and helpful staff. At night the hot springs were perfect for soaking and star gazing after a long day of exploring.
      Written March 26, 2024
    • NikNak2368
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Skip the line Paradise Hope Springs day ticket
      We had a great day relaxing at the hot springs. We had been warned it gets really busy and maybe we were just lucky but it was perfectly fine! We got there just before opening time at 11am and stayed till about 2pm. The pools were lovely and clean apart from a few leaves that fall during the day. All areas were spotlessly clean but special mention must go to the bar area at the back with the most fabulous views of the countryside with an uninterrupted view of the volcano - superb.
      Written February 18, 2024
    • pierre-qc
      0 contributions
      1.0 of 5 bubbles
      Hell in Paradise Hot Springs
      Outdated. Crowded. Poorly managed pool bar (noisy, drunk people tolerated...) Don't even think you can relax there. The place is an absolute nightmare.
      Written February 7, 2024
    • mommyyoga
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Excellent Natural Hot Springs, Skip the Meal
      Went to Paradise after a day of white water rafting. Perfect end to the day to just relax and warm our muscles. Went with my family (parents + 2 kids ages 12 and 9). They had pools of various warm to hot temperatures. There was a swim up bar, and kids had a great time. We chose the day pass with meal and likely didn’t need the meal. It was a buffet style - decent food, good variety but not excellent. If you’re looking for a more rustic and natural feeling hot springs, this is the place. It doesn’t have that posh feel, which is exactly what we were looking for.
      Written January 1, 2024
    • H5101IIsarahr
      0 contributions
      2.0 of 5 bubbles
      A tired hot springs resort with gross food and untrained “massage therapists”.
      If you’re looking for an affordable day pass to some hot springs, go for it. It’s prettier at night time if you’re going… I don’t recommend upgrading to get the food, or spa services at all. Embarrassed that I bought this for my family.
      Written December 19, 2023
    • juanbX1183UM
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Favorite Hot Springs!!
      This place is amazing, private, beautiful grounds and very affordable, the pools and jacuzzi are nice and warming, very welcoming!! 🙏🏼
      Written December 1, 2023
    • James D
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Paradise for a day!
      We had a wonderful day in Paradise. The name says it all. Warm hot spring pools( Not crowded) great lunch. Our server Guermo was very attentive and the food was authentic Costa Rician. We also enjoyed a 60 min sheepish massage what a great day! If you are in LaFortuna skip the fancy expensive places and come for a great relaxing time here at Paradise.
      Written November 30, 2023
    • TorontoFunSeekers
      0 contributions
      3.0 of 5 bubbles
      Big disappointment.
      We booked hot springs and dinner here because of the reviews. 2 middle aged couples. Have to say very disappointed. It’s basically just a bunch of lukewarm swimming pools and very worn facilities. Dinner was a very lame buffet with tasteless food and horrible desert. Really got the feeling they just wanted to do the minimum they could get away with. Considering the number of similar operations in the area I’m sure there are much better options. We paid over $100 each. Big mistake. Would not recommend.
      Written November 28, 2023
    • 449ChrisK
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Relaxing in Costa Rica
      Very peaceful, relaxing and soothing. There are 8 hot springs pools that very in temperature. There is access to a pool bar. Clean locker rooms to change in. Would recommend it to anyone.
      Written October 7, 2023
    • DayTrip21715969539
      0 contributions
      3.0 of 5 bubbles
      Just a pool
      It was part of the tour package, locker need some remodeling, no changing room and just a shower so open space and no bench . As you walk to the spring water pool areas ( it needs some maintenance , it looks nothing like the photos . Deep cleaning maintenance.
      Written August 20, 2023
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    4.0
    4.0 of 5 bubbles74 reviews
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    Robin D
    2 contributions
    2.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jan 2020
    The pools and the layout are very nice and relaxing. We spent the day soaking in various temperature pools. However, the meal we had was substandard to everythung we would hope to have in a meal . After anticapating a nice sit down meal we were sorley disappointed. I'd give one star to the meal maybe. The meal consisted of buffet style serving. Rice of course. The chicken parts, fish , and cooked vegatables were obviously from frozen bag type commercial products. They simply warmed and served from heated stero fired pans. We were sorley disappointed with this meal as it was about a twenty dollar each add on option after the spa fees.. BIG mistake. VERY little effort put into making this a decent meal Maxamizining their profit is obviously the only factor for this operation. Coffee was extra. I would not choose to eat at this resort again for any price as there are many many other options available. My opinion only.
    Written January 13, 2020
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    rudiescheltinga
    Steenwijk, The Netherlands3 contributions
    1.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2024 • Couples
    We visited paradise were there at eleven o'clock unfortunately we could not get a cup of coffee. In addition to the baths, construction workers were demolishing paint grinding with flex and all kinds of other construction work we had a (perfect) massage and then left after consultation with the manager got half of our money back
    Everything looks dated, the renovation is not a luxury
    This is not recommended
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    Written August 2, 2024
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    Flousie
    Sittingbourne, UK20 contributions
    2.0 of 5 bubbles
    Feb 2023 • Friends
    It was ok but expensive for what it was. Looked better at night, but a bit tacky by day. Nice to experience the thermal waters but an hour or so was plenty of time.
    The meal was buffet style and again some of it was ‘ok’, some not great and the dessert wasn’t good.
    You can experience the thermal waters for free in the river near the Tabacon and I expect there are other places that offer better value for money.
    Written March 9, 2023
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    Jill C
    West Branch, MI124 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Mar 2020
    Price reasonable for an all day ticket, but we went on Volcanuc Summit hike (3 hrs) first and then came to the Hot Springs. It may not look as “flashy” as an entrance as you see with others, but it is very nice inside. Very clean inside and well organized. Several hot baths and small cold baths. Nice pool bar to sit at for a drink (evenings it gets crowded so go by 2:00 ish.
    Written March 22, 2020
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    Jennifer H
    Castle Pines, CO65 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    May 2023 • Solo
    My husband and I stayed here for 3 days. We were so happy with our room, the breakfast buffet, the friendliness of the staff and how quaint and small it felt over other past large resorts we have stayed. We had a view of the volcano. The bed and room temp was very comfortable. We loved sitting in the hot springs at night. They are all different temps. It is not crowded as we are here at the end of their busy season, in May. Highly recommend!
    Written May 2, 2023
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    GCRTtravelers
    Syracuse, NY10 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We spent a good amount of the day at Paradise and we’re able to go in and out of the springs as we pleased with little to no other people there. We got lunch and dinner there and both were great. Highly recommend the Brownie desert. We also did a couples massage which was great.
    Written January 16, 2022
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    Manuel P
    2 contributions
    1.0 of 5 bubbles
    Apr 2024 • Family
    My family and I have been in Costa Rica for the last week, our time here has been nothing short of amazing. We have had the best service everywhere we have been in Costa Rica. We decided to do a tour of the volcanoes and hot springs. We arrived at the Paradise Hot Springs after a perfect day of excursions and a tour of the volcano. The hot springs and the resort are beautiful; so beautiful that we were considering staying here on our trip to Costa Rica next year. However we had a very bad experience at the main swim up bar- The bartender was very unpleasant. He was very passive aggressive, rude, and disrespectful not only to us but to everyone else sitting at the bar. We kindly reported the issue to the front desk lady and asked that the complaint be passed to management. We attended the resort on 04/24/24 between 3:30-5:30 PM. My entire family works in the service industry and we were shocked at the way the bartender treated us. We will not be staying here for that reason alone. For such a beautiful resort it is a-shame that they would employ someone with that level of service. He ruined the vibe for the rest of our night for no reason whatsoever.
    Written April 24, 2024
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    Michael T
    Murrieta, CA12 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Paradise hot springs was very clean and not crowded, we went around 11:30ish on a Tuesday and left around 3 o clock. The wet bar was awesome, you can enjoy the hot springs while being served tasty drinks. The bartender was very friendly as well. We could’ve spent all day there.
    Written December 7, 2023
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    A. T
    Minneapolis, MN19 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    My son and I spent 3 nights here. Everything was above our expectations. We had a ground floor room that was beautiful. It was HC accessible so the bathroom was huge. Spent evenings in the water but busy with surrounding activities during the day. Went zip lining, hanging bridges etc. Rooms have daily housekeeping. Staff was great with making recommendations too. Free breakfast and a swim up bar. Got a burger in the water my last night. This was our last place to stay in Costa Rica on the vacation.
    Written February 15, 2022
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    Ellie English
    Carlisle, UK21 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Feb 2023
    We took a day off our walking about tours to have a relaxing day at Paradise Springs - it was amazing! The pools were so warm and the small round pools all around were all different temperatures. It wasn't too busy and we had a sit out on a lounger with the view of the volcano. We had lunch included which was like a buffet lunch. we sat all day and didn't want to leave!
    Written March 4, 2023
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