The Springs Resort & Spa at Arenal

5 recent ratings
$$$ • Resort
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Safety Rating
5 ratings

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9 Km Oeste y km 4 Norte
Fortuna San Carlos, Costa Rica
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Celiac

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Had specially made breakfasts at Tres Cascadas. Had gluten free bread and pasta there also and it was delicious. Las Ventanas was excellent as well. Also had good tacos at Tree Tops. Everyone was very knowledgeable - very impressed and the food was excellent.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 9 months ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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The chef and staff were very knowledgeable about celiac and hotel has a gluten free protocol they follow. Not all menu items were marked, but the chef and waitstaff took very good care of our family and my daughter with celiac never got sick. The chef did recommend to have all our meals in Tres Cascadas, Las Ventanas, or Ginger sushi, as the other two restaurants have very small kitchens where cross contamination can be an issue.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Dedicated gluten-free fryer
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
  • Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for breakfast/brunch
  • Good for dinner
  • Good for kids
  • Good for lunch
  • Good selection of healthy options
  • Offers outdoor seating
Updated 1 year ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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The resort was very accommodating and very knowledgeable about the cross contamination, they didn’t have a lot of GF options but the options they had were enough for our 2 night stay. We loved the Las Ventanas restaurant the most!! I had a small issue with breakfast on my last day with waffles/pancakes I ordered but the staff were very helpful and helped to address the issue.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

Updated 1 year ago read full review

This establishment is NOT a dedicated gluten-free facility and may not be safe for those with celiac disease. Please contact the establishment directly to inquire about safety precautions.

Gluten-Free Features

  • Reported to have a dedicated fryer
  • Gluten-Free Menu

Categories

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Dinner
  • Healthy
  • Kid Friendly
  • Late Night
  • Lunch
  • Outdoor Seating

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Celiac

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Was able to eat breakfast and dinner here. It’s not labeled on the menu.. however most of the staff was knowledgeable. Has a great experience at Las ventanas where the chef made me Celiac safe dinner and expressed how seriously they take the allergy

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Celiac

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Very comfortable with the staff’s knowledge on GF and options available. Ate at all the restaurants without any issues. Staff very helpful.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 2 years ago read full review

Celiac

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The hotel has a gluten free menu at each restaurant. Food is delicious and hotel/restaurant staff very friendly and helpful

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Updated 8 years ago read full review

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