Occidental El Tucano

In the lush, dense rainforests of Costa Rica's Central Valley, the Occidental El Tucano and Spa 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. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the thermal spring water pool while observing exotic birds and other wildlife in the trees above. Consider an exhilarating day trip to nearby Arenal Volcano, which can easily be arranged by friendly hotel staff.

This exclusive resort, just 60 miles from San José International Airport, 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 El Tucano and Spa reveals luxury within the wilderness. This retreat features 87 guest rooms designed to please couples, families and business travelers alike. Sample international cuisine in the resort's restaurant or snack bar. At day's end, guests are refreshed, rejuvenated and reconnected to Costa Rica's natural wonders at the Occidental El Tucano and Spa.

Accomodations:
Deluxe rooms at the Occidental El Tucano and Spa are the perfect, comfortable compliment to the wild, tropical rainforest outside. All rooms include festive colors on bed linens, wood furnishings and modern conveniences such as a full bath, hair dryer, television, air conditioning, ceiling fan, balcony or terrace with seating area, mini-fridge, alarm clock/radio, in-room safe, telephone. The breakfast buffet in El Tucano restaurant is also included in the room rate.

Restaurants & Bars:
At the restaurant El Tucano, inside the Occidental El Tucano and Spa, meals offer more than simple refreshment. In the morning, El Tucano serves up a complimentary breakfast buffet in a cheerful, airy atmosphere, giving guests a great start on the day. For lunech and dinner, friendly wait staff serves international cuisine and Italian specialties from the extensive menu.
For light dining, Las Thermas snack bar offers a quick bite between meals or a cool drink to turn any time of day into happy hour.

Thermal Spa Clinic:
Reconnect with nature while indulging in a mineral-rich, clay mud body wrap, aromatherapy treatment or relaxing massage, right in the heart of the rainforest. Guests may choose an inside treatment room or a completely private outdoor spot just steps from the spa, where treatments are enhanced with the sounds of the surrounding rainforest. Trained spa technicians carefully assess guests' needs and attend to every luxurious treatment detail. An extensive menu of services includes mud massage, clay mud bath, pain-relief, pressopuncture or reflexology massage or hydrothermal mineral therapy, natural steamsauna, facials, manicure, pedicure, beauty salon services, access to the fitness room and more.