The resort was beautiful, quiet and clean, and the staff are very friendly and accommodating. You will see monkeys and sloths. The staff will point them out to you as well. Most of the community does speak English and do take dollars without difficulty. The restaurants on the resort are pricey, we tried Agua Azul close by and it was delicious and reasonable, Emil’s Cafe was also great but also a little more pricey. Taking a taxi to the local restaurants in Manuel Antonio is about $10 each way, into the manual. Antonio Park is $12 each way. We initially use the resort transportation when we arrived to take us from the Quapos airport to the resort which was around $68. I asked the resort multiple times how much transportation would be via taxi and they avoided this question. On the way back, we decided to take a red taxi and it was only $25. The resort was helpful when asking how much to taxi would be to other places, although not to the airport. Adorable tourist shops in the area although very overpriced so do negotiate. We did multiple tours that we booked on our own. I would definitely recommend a guide for the manual Antonio Park. We did a volunteer for a day with Kids Saving the Rainforest and you will see more animals up close. Also loved the Night walk Rainmaker tour and horseback to beautiful waterfalls. Transportation to the Waterfall was $140 and tix $160 for two, but lovely. Bring any meds you might need pharmacy charged $80 for a $20 medication, ouch

The resort was beautiful, quiet and clean, and the staff are very friendly and accommodating. You will see monkeys and sloths. The staff will point them out to you as well. Most of the community does speak English and do take dollars without difficulty. The restaurants on the resort are pricey, we tried Agua Azul close by and it was delicious and reasonable, Emil’s Cafe was also great but also a little more pricey. Taking a taxi to the local restaurants in Manuel Antonio is about $10 each way, into the manual. Antonio Park is $12 each way. We initially use the resort transportation when we arrived to take us from the Quapos airport to the resort which was around $68. I asked the resort multiple times how much transportation would be via taxi and they avoided this question. On the way back, we decided to take a red taxi and it was only $25. The resort was helpful when asking how much to taxi would be to other places, although not to the airport. Adorable tourist shops in the area although very overpriced so do negotiate. We did multiple tours that we booked on our own. I would definitely recommend a guide for the manual Antonio Park. We did a volunteer for a day with Kids Saving the Rainforest and you will see more animals up close. Also loved the Night walk Rainmaker tour and horseback to beautiful waterfalls. Transportation to the Waterfall was $140 and tix $160 for two, but lovely. Bring any meds you might need pharmacy charged $80 for a $20 medication, ouch

One of the most beautiful resorts I have ever seen. The staff is top notch. I cannot say enough about this resort. I will be back.

It’s the perfect hotel for a romantic getaway

It’s the perfect hotel for a romantic getaway

One of the most beautiful resorts I have ever seen. The staff is top notch. I cannot say enough about this resort. I will be back.

Hotel is fabulous, staff are amazing. They consistently went above and beyond to ensure our stay was wonderful. Magnificent views from every vantage point. Lots of wildlife on the grounds. Monkeys, sloughs, iguanas, etc. We did the night walk with Maria. She was great and pointed out so many amazing species of tree frogs, sloughs moving, birds,etc. Also booked the waterfall hike (spectacular) and whale watching (saw at least 8-10 whales in addition to leatherback sea turtle, dolphins playing, and many species of birds). Highly recommend!!

Hotel is fabulous, staff are amazing. They consistently went above and beyond to ensure our stay was wonderful. Magnificent views from every vantage point. Lots of wildlife on the grounds. Monkeys, sloughs, iguanas, etc. We did the night walk with Maria. She was great and pointed out so many amazing species of tree frogs, sloughs moving, birds,etc. Also booked the waterfall hike (spectacular) and whale watching (saw at least 8-10 whales in addition to leatherback sea turtle, dolphins playing, and many species of birds). Highly recommend!!

If i could give it more than 10 i would. The hotel is superb, location, service, rooms are immaculate with incredible attentionto detaols.

If i could give it more than 10 i would. The hotel is superb, location, service, rooms are immaculate with incredible attentionto detaols.

Don’t miss the Saturday night seafood dinner on the beach!

Don’t miss the Saturday night seafood dinner on the beach!

this resort is one of the best resorts i've ever stayed. unbelievable natural beauty, rooms and views are incredible, the concierge service was impeccable and the staff was so friendly and fun. we loved every aspect of this resort and will recommend to everyone and will definitely come back!

this resort is one of the best resorts i've ever stayed. unbelievable natural beauty, rooms and views are incredible, the concierge service was impeccable and the staff was so friendly and fun. we loved every aspect of this resort and will recommend to everyone and will definitely come back!

Did not like feeling like I needed to tip all the time to golf cart drivers, maids, waiters, bar keeps and then tip was added on my bill at the end. Better if they turned down tips

Did not like feeling like I needed to tip all the time to golf cart drivers, maids, waiters, bar keeps and then tip was added on my bill at the end. Better if they turned down tips

Mixed feelings. Beautiful location and the rooms. Very good food BUT all the waiters were so unhappy serving people and it took forever to get the order so we switched completely to the room service that we did not have to interact with them. The spa was also a big disappointment. Appointment at 10:00 and at 9:55 the spa still locked up with the explanation that they open at 10:00! So in the second they open you hop on the table. No concept of welcome drink or relaxation before the treatment. Therefore the golf cart drivers were so happy, friendly and accommodating. Really great guys reading your mind. The room keeping was great and the room itself too. So it was a weird mixture. Considering that we paid $1,200 per night there should be no mixture of bad and great service. It should be all great. We would not return there although the location at the private beach was great.

Mixed feelings. Beautiful location and the rooms. Very good food BUT all the waiters were so unhappy serving people and it took forever to get the order so we switched completely to the room service that we did not have to interact with them. The spa was also a big disappointment. Appointment at 10:00 and at 9:55 the spa still locked up with the explanation that they open at 10:00! So in the second they open you hop on the table. No concept of welcome drink or relaxation before the treatment. Therefore the golf cart drivers were so happy, friendly and accommodating. Really great guys reading your mind. The room keeping was great and the room itself too. So it was a weird mixture. Considering that we paid $1,200 per night there should be no mixture of bad and great service. It should be all great. We would not return there although the location at the private beach was great.

Our second trip to Manuel Antonio, bot trips we stay at Arenas Del Mar. This place is amazing. Breathtaking view and friendly staff. You can’t go wrong booking here.

Our second trip to Manuel Antonio, bot trips we stay at Arenas Del Mar. This place is amazing. Breathtaking view and friendly staff. You can’t go wrong booking here.

I loved this resort! Great location, great service, breakfast was excellent. The beach was beautiful as were pools/restaurants. I saw sooo many animals. Hotel staff was so happy and so helpful. I felt completely pampered and treated like royalty. I couldn't recommend enough and I have stayed at many hotels/many countries. I loved the mini-bar which was free and well stocked with snacks, beer and bottles of wine! Front desk scheduled all my transportation, tours - they definitely take care of you. If you are staying in CR, definitely stay here!!

We loved the property and wildlife. You see so many animals on the hotel property alone. We really enjoyed it and the people.

I have nothing but absolutely positive things to say about this resort. The staff goes above and beyond to make sure you're enjoying your stay, and the resort is beautiful.

We had a wonderful stay at Arenas Del Mar- all of the staff were so friendly and provided helpful recommendations. We were upgraded and our room was very close to the private beach which was lovely; the only issue was that it didn’t feel super private, since the windows and patio faced out to a heavily trafficked area. The hill to get in / out of the property is quite steep - just something to be aware of! We had a pretty small rental car, but didn’t experience any issues. The staff offered to drive it back up to the main road if we needed. We had dinner one night in town, and used transportation provided by Arenas which was very convenient. We also ate one night at Mirador and it was great! Delicious cocktails and food, albeit a bit more expensive than you’d find if you venture off the property. Overall a great experience and we would love to visit again.

We had a wonderful stay at Arenas Del Mar- all of the staff were so friendly and provided helpful recommendations. We were upgraded and our room was very close to the private beach which was lovely; the only issue was that it didn’t feel super private, since the windows and patio faced out to a heavily trafficked area. The hill to get in / out of the property is quite steep - just something to be aware of! We had a pretty small rental car, but didn’t experience any issues. The staff offered to drive it back up to the main road if we needed. We had dinner one night in town, and used transportation provided by Arenas which was very convenient. We also ate one night at Mirador and it was great! Delicious cocktails and food, albeit a bit more expensive than you’d find if you venture off the property. Overall a great experience and we would love to visit again.

Friendly staff members! The beachfront was beautiful. Spectacular sunset views. Breakfast and dinner from Mirador restaurant was amazing!

Arenas Del Mar was a stop on our honeymoon and we absolutely loved it. Of course, it's a beautiful resort, but that isn't why you should stay there - you can get a nice hotel room in a lot of places - You should stay there because it is a haven of nature that really felt unique and special. We saw more wildlife on the grounds of Arenas Del Mar than we did in Manuel Antonio Park. Macaws, anteaters, monkeys, sloths, you name it! You can walk to the beach (both a private one and a public one) and the staff are incredibly friendly.

Arenas Del Mar was a stop on our honeymoon and we absolutely loved it. Of course, it's a beautiful resort, but that isn't why you should stay there - you can get a nice hotel room in a lot of places - You should stay there because it is a haven of nature that really felt unique and special. We saw more wildlife on the grounds of Arenas Del Mar than we did in Manuel Antonio Park. Macaws, anteaters, monkeys, sloths, you name it! You can walk to the beach (both a private one and a public one) and the staff are incredibly friendly.

Amazing located in nature , on the beach with superb service , top rooms, excellent restaurant .

I want to keep this place all to myself but that would not be fair. If you want a “take your breath away” experience this is the one.

I want to keep this place all to myself but that would not be fair. If you want a “take your breath away” experience this is the one.

Honestly the nicest resort with the friendliest, most pleasant people I have ever experienced.