There are several Arenal springs near Arenal Volcano that offer thermal hot waters and include Tabacon, Baldi Thermae and Eco-Termales. These hot springs each target a slightly different clientele and have different entrance fees.

The Arenal springs located near Arenal Volcano are as follows:

  • Well-known Arenal Springs at Tabacon is west of La Fortuna and is one of the more famous hot springs in Arenal. The grounds and building are lovely. It's a beautiful travel destination. However, the Tabacon Arenal Springs are a somewhat expensive. To get a better idea about Arenal Springs at Tabacon view YouTube's video.
  • Arenal Springs – Eco Termales – is the smallest Arenal Spring and accepts only 100 visitors at a time. As a result, travelers will need to book in advance to visit the Eco Termales Arenal Springs. There are four pools with varying temperatures. Eco Termales has a restaurant which prepares local cuisine. Eco Termales Arenal Springs at YouTube.
  • The expansive Arenal Springs – Baldi Hot Springs – offers 30 different hot and cold pools of varying temperatures. There are swim-up bars and waterslides, as well as a spa, restaurant and change rooms. Baldi Hot Springs offers several walking paths and gardens. Visitors can head up to a waterfall and enjoy the pool beneath. Prices for Eco Thermales and Baldi are similar. Have a look at YouTube's Arenal Springs at Baldi video.
Arenal Travel Info

Arenal National Park Attractions

Arenal National Park attractions are as follows:

Arenal Vacation Planning Resources

Arenal vacation planning resources and tools:

Arenal view

The Arenal Volcano area is scenic and charming. It is more spring-like and I can understand why so many ex-pats have chosen this area to retire.

Arenal has a lovely lake and around the lake there are homes, services, and in some places ranches.

You'll note the windmills throughout the area.

Arenal Volcano

Arenal Observatory Lodge gives travelers a chance to get up close to Arenal Volcano to view the eruptions. The lodge is only a few miles from the summit and the view are excellent.

In addition to an observatory deck to watch Arenal erupt, visitors can spend the night at this lodge. There are a variety of accommodation options.