Arenas del Mar Resort is located near the famous Manuel Antonio National Park on Costa Rica’s Central Pacific Coast.

This hotel is the ideal choice for anyone looking for nature vacation packages in Costa Rica and understated sustainable luxury with direct access to two beaches, rainforest, and wildlife.

Though it’s particularly ideal for couples, travelers of all ages will enjoy the hotel’s peaceful ambiance, top-notch service, and privileged location.

Arenas del Mar is located on Quepos Point, a cliffside overlooking the Pacific Ocean in the Manuel Antonio area.

The atmosphere and service at Arenas del Mar make it one of the best Manuel Antonio beach resorts in Costa Rica.

This boutique resort focuses on providing a luxurious experience that enhances relaxation, and its dedication to guests is palpable from the design to the amenities it offers. The idea is that you get to know Costa Rica’s natural beauty, culture, and food.

The rooms are well-appointed, with terraces or balconies where you can sit and listen to the waves and birds outside. There are little details everywhere to pamper you, such as the complimentary Costa Rican snacks in the minibar. Even the ocean view invites you to sit back and enjoy your surroundings.

Staff is service-oriented, responsive, and committed to contributing to your vacation in the best way possible. Let them know of any special needs or requests, and they’ll do their best to accommodate you.

Arenas del Mar has two pools for guests to splash in and fight the coastal heat.

The infinity pool is next to the Mirador Restaurant and is the perfect place to sit with a cocktail and enjoy the ocean view. Depending on the season, you can even spot whales faraway!

Lounge in the chairs to sunbathe and listen to the songs of birds in the nearby trees. This pool opens directly to the view mentioned in 1,000 Places to See Before you Die, so make sure to stop and admire it.

The other pool is next to the other restaurant, Playitas. This is a favorite for families as they can ask for smoothies and snacks from the restaurant. The kids will love trying to spot the monkeys moving among the trees, and you will love to relax while they play.

Arenas del Mar has a stunning location that showcases precisely what Manuel Antonio is all about—This is where the rainforest and the ocean meet.

The property’s gardens are lush and well-kept, and flora and fauna abound all around, hinting at the area's rich biodiversity.

The view is unbeatable since the beach is right in front of the property. In addition, the hotel is perched on a cliffside on Quepos Point, which allows expansive views of the sea and rainforest.

The view from the hotel’s main restaurant, Miramar, has even been featured in 1,000 Places to See Before You Die. This is also the only Manuel Antonio beach resort with direct access to the ocean.

The resort’s dedication to the natural beauty of Manuel Antonio is palpable. Of the property’s eleven acres, only 25% is developed, which means plenty of untouched flora and opportunities for wildlife spotting right on the property.

The hotel also has a series of eco-friendly practices such as banishing one-use plastics, heating water with solar panels, cleaning and recycling wastewater for irrigation, and growing their hydroponic vegetable garden.

In addition, it belongs to the Cayuga Collection of Hotels and Lodges, which is a group with sustainable practices recognized worldwide with National Geographic’s World Legacy Awards and WTTC Tourism’s Tomorrow Award.

Awarded with a Level 5 (highest level) Certificate of Sustainable Tourism through the Costa Rican Tourism Board, the concept behind Arenas del Mar has always been to minimize the impact on the surrounding environment while providing the most benefit to the local community through employment and growth opportunities.

Enjoy complimentary a la carte breakfast each morning in El Mirador, the resort’s main restaurant. Wake up with a fresh cup of Costa Rican coffee and a stunning view overlooking the Pacific coast and national park.

El Mirador’s view is featured in 1,000 Places to See Before You Die, and once you take it all in, it’s easy to understand why: the expansive sea and the rainforest meld in an incredible sight! El Mirador also serves dinner, using only the freshest local ingredients.

Everything from your three choices of daily juice in the mornings to fruit to the gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options is made with locally sourced ingredients or ingredients from the resort’s hydroponic vegetable garden.

Lunch and snacks are offered at the beachfront Playitas Restaurant and Bar. Order right from your beach chair or dine under the shade of the covered open-air restaurant. Be sure to enjoy the sunset from the Mirador Bar, and don’t miss happy hour.

In addition to this, Arenas del Mar organizes special evening events every week, such as “wok nights” and “guest chef nights.” Make sure to ask about the week’s activities and enjoy different culinary experiences!

Those who love outside have plenty of options. The resort has direct access to the closest beach, Playitas. Borrow a boogie board to get into the water, or get sand toys for the kids and let them build castles.

The waves here are more appropriate for surfers, but if you walk up 10 minutes, there is a little cove where swimming is more accessible.

One of the hotel’s most popular tours is birdwatching. Book this tour to walk around the property’s trails, and paths as the guide pinpoint as many tropical birds as you can find, including species like toucans and motmots. Other animals hide in the trees, so keep your eyes open to spot sloths, iguanas, or monkeys among the branches.

The hotel also offers additional on-property tours and classes. For example, the complimentary tortilla-making class is a hit with guests, and the included sustainability tour will fulfill your curiosity about the hotel’s green practices.

Other on-site amenities include Las Brisas Spa, a gift shop, and two swimming pools. Get a couples massage, get a souvenir, or splash in the water to take your mind off everyday hassles.