Occidental El Tucano & Spa
Aguas Zarcas, San Carlos
Alajuela

 

Distance from Hotel to SJO Airport, 3.5 hours.  

In the lush, dense rainforests of Costa Rica's Central Valley, the Occidental El Tucano concentrates on the ultimate, guest- pleasing mantra: refresh, rejuvenate and reconnect with nature. The resort easily blends the ecologically diverse landscape with state-of-the-art treatments in its thermal mineral water and hot springs spa, one of the largest in Latin America. Just 60 miles from San Jos International Airport, it lies in a private forest reserve complete with waterfalls, hiking trails, natural sauna, swimming pool, hot springs river and two thermal mineral water whirlpools. With its colonial-style architecture, the Occidental reveals luxury within the wilderness, with 87 rooms that are the perfect, comfortable complement to the wild, tropical rainforest outside.  

Please Note: The actual travel time from SJO airport to the Occidental El Tucano is approximately 3 1/2 hours. Please advise guests and agents accordingly.  

Hotel Amenities (back to top)
  • Conference Rooms
  • Currency Exchange
  • Fax Service ($)
  • Gift Shop
  • Hiking
  • Jacuzzis (outdoor)
  • Laundry Service ($)
  • Medical Services ($)
  • Miniature Golf
  • Parking
  • Sauna
  • Tennis
  • Tourist Information Desk

Miscellaneous Amenities Therma Spa Clinic: Some of the treatments are: clay mud full or partial body wrap, hydromassage, clay mud bath with thermomineral water, local clay mud application, relaxing massage with aromatherapy, pain relief massage, pressopuncture massage, reflexology massage, steam bath, dry sauna, Jacuzzi with aromatherapy, electrotherapy, magnetotherapy, walking program, gym, hydrothermal therapy and more.  

Pool Naturally Heated Hotsprings Pool  

Pool Swimming Pool with Thermal Waters  

($) Denotes a fee may be charged.  

Please note: Some hotel amenities listed above may have an additional fee associated with them.  

Accommodation Categories and Descriptions (back to top)

Arrival/Departure Time:  

• Check-in-time: 3:00 pm Check-out-time: 11:00 am  

Early check-in and late checkout on request, and subject to availability.  

Children Policy:  

• Children 3 and under are free of charge, when sharing room with 2 paying adults.  

Maximum Occupancy:  

• Superior - 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.  

• Superior Premium - 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child. Master Suite - 2 adults.  

Superior Bedding: 1 double bed or 2 double beds. View: Forest.  

Superior Premium, Superior Premium rooms are closer to the pool. Bedding: 1 double bed or 2 double beds. View: Forest.  

Master Suite, Master Suites are double rooms. Bedding: 1 double bed or 2 double beds. View: Forest.  

All accommodations include: radio (am/fm, clock), crib (on request), television (cable), locks, newspaper (complimentary), bath (private), mini refrigerator, dead bolt, maid service (daily), non-smoking accommodations, ceiling fan, smoke alarms, hairdryer and safety deposit box.  

Miscellaneous Amenities shower or tub  

Specific bedding and/or special requests are fulfilled based on availability and cannot always be guaranteed.  

Food and Beverage Outlets (back to top)

El Torreon Restaurant & Bar, Breakfast buffet is served in this restaurant.  

Cuisine: International, Italian.  

Las Thermas General Opening Hours: 10:00am - 5:00am  

Miscellaneous Information (back to top)

Spring Break Policy: Individual student bookings  

• Spring Break Policy: Individual student bookings are accepted. Minimum age required for check in is 18. A refundable deposit (cash or credit card) is required.  

• There is a mandatory supplement for Christmas and New Year's Eve dinner. General Breakfast is included in all categories for adults only. There is a mandatory breakfast supplement fee charged for children ages 4-12 years old.