If you enjoy luxury travel and have Manuel Antonio National Park as a must-see travel destination on your itinerary, then Arenas del Mar might be the perfect hotel for you. The travel reviews for this hotel/resort are excellent. The guest services and location are second to none. There is a spa and two retaurants on site.

Arenas del Mar makes the hot list of travel resorts for a number of publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes Traveler, Frommer's, Fodor's, Andre Harper and Small Distinctive Inns of Costa Rica.

Arenal del mar has 38 guest rooms set in seven buildings equipped with:

  • king-sized beds
  • spacious bathrooms
  • ceiling fans
  • air conditioning
  • flat screen t.v.
  • Internet access
  • telephones
  • equipped mini-bar
  • coffee makers
  • safety deposit box
  • luggage racks
  • iron and ironing board
  • large private decks
  • non-smoking rooms

Types of accommodation include : ocean view suite, ocean breeze suite, ocean breeze superior room, or rainforest view suite

Arenas del Mar offer four types of accommodation.

There is the ocean view premium suite which is the most luxurious and unique lodging option with some fabulous amenities including:

  • king-sized bed
  • spacious deck
  • large living area
  • pull-out sofa
  • two bathrooms
  • private hot tub
  • DVD Player
  • mini bar
  • microwave
  • wireless phone
  • iPod docks
  • host up to 3 people
  • ocean view

The ocean breeze suite is a smaller unit and does not have all of the above amenities, however, it is luxurious with ocean view.

  • king-sized bed
  • spacious deck
  • large living area
  • pull-out sofa
  • one bathroom
  • private hot tub
  • mini bar

The ocean breeze superior room does not offer the same size as the above but contain the following amenities:

  • king-sized bed
  • deck
  • one bathroom

The rainforest view suite is a spacious suite offering some terrific amenities and a lovely view of the lush rainforest

  • king-sized bed
  • terrace
  • large living area
  • one bathroom
  • Jacuzzi on terrace
  • host up to 3 people

Culinary highlights of Arenas del Mar

Some people travel with the hopes of encountering a fabulous culinary experience. The restaurants at Arenas del Mar are sure not to disappoint. In fact, most traveler reviews boast about the wonderful breakfast that is served at this decadent resort. Travelers can look forward to authentic Costa Rican cuisine with fresh ingredients and an innovation unique to Arenas del Mar and its staff.

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Costa Rica ecotourism is huge industry in Costa Rica. There are some exciting opportunities to get out and see wildlife. Although elusive, it's possible to spot a jaguar. Your best chance is in Corcovado National Park.

Corcovado rock

Corcovado National Park is located on the Osa Peninsula and is a bit of a challenge to reach. It's possible to drive to the Osa Peninsula but easier to take a boat or fly. The boat departs from Sierpe while you can fly from a number of destinations.