Arenas del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort

Just returned from an amazing visit to Costa Rica and a very special experience at Arenas Del Mar in Manuel Antonio. We have never had service anywhere that matches Arenas Del Mar. The staff knew what we wanted and needed before we did. The food was spectacular, and we consider ourselves to be foodies. The service-- from servers to drivers to front desk persons-- was kind, smart and first rate. The view from our oceanfront suite was stunning, and the private beach was equally beautiful. We saw birds and monkeys everywhere we looked -- they seemed very happy too! We would go back there in a heartbeat.

Stunning views, private beach, clean and well-maintained rooms, quiet and secluded with very attentive service. Stayed in a suite by the beach. 15 min drive to Manuel Antonio national park.

My family and I stayed at Arenas del Mar Resort in December 2025 for five nights, and it was nothing short of extraordinary. The property is absolutely magnificent, the location is unbeatable, and the service was consistently warm, attentive, and exceptional. Our room was gorgeous, with breathtaking views, and every corner of the resort felt thoughtfully designed and beautifully maintained. The food and drinks were outstanding—truly memorable—and easily among the best we had in Costa Rica. The activities offered were excellent, and we especially loved doing yoga almost every day. It was a perfect way to start our mornings in such a stunning natural setting. What truly sets Arenas del Mar apart, however, is its deep and genuine commitment to sustainability. This is not a surface-level effort—it is woven into everything they do. The resort prioritizes local sourcing, from food to products, reducing their carbon footprint while meaningfully supporting the local economy and community. They actively uplift their employees as well; even our coffee came from a former employee, and there were many inspiring stories like this throughout our stay. I took the resort’s sustainability tour, and it honestly blew my mind. Their initiatives—from eliminating single-use plastics entirely to pushing their suppliers to do the same—are beyond impressive. The way this hotel is run is how the world should be run. This experience has genuinely inspired me to seek out and support more of their properties in the future. Arenas del Mar is not just a place to stay; it’s a model for what responsible, world-class hospitality should be.

We have been going to this paradise for the last 8 years and it is the most picturesque beauties of Manuel Antonio. We had our wedding ceremony on the beach which was my dream come true. The staff and service are amazing and the views from your room our outstanding. A definite must!

To say that this hotel is underwhelming is putting it mildly. This is not a luxury hotel in any way. The views are stunning but that is the only positive thing about it. The rooms are very basic and substandard for a "luxury" hotel. The food is only ok. There is no maintenance whatsoever. Paths and walkways and beach areas are covered in leaves and debris. The service is below par and not what you would expect for a resort that advertises itself as luxury. The small beachfront has beautiful views with insufficient sun loungers. The beach area is also unkempt and service is mediocre at best. I would not recommend this hotel and was expecting something very different. If there had been another hotel available I would have checked out immediately.