Description
Arenas del Mar has been built in harmony with the stunning natural surroundings and has been awarded for its sustainability. Manuel Antonio is a spectacular National Park that consists of tropical jungles, rainforest, paradise–like beaches, mangroves, an estuary and a lagoon.
There are 38 guest rooms and suites, a casual beachfront café and a restaurant with spectacular views of the park as well as two swimming pools, a small Spa and a gift shop. The rooms have been elegantly decorated and feature some fantastic Coast Rican paintings by local artists to give an authentic feel.
The hotel is set in 11 acres of tropical rainforest and has private nature trails, which include a hanging bridge and access to two beautiful sand beaches. The hotel is the perfect base to explore the area around Manuel Antonio and Quepos on the Central Pacific coast of Costa Rica. Tours and activities offered include whitewater rafting, mangrove kayaking and boat tours, guided rainforest hikes, ocean kayaking, catch and release sport fishing, Canopy Tours, surfing at the nearby Espadillas Beach and horseback riding excursions.
Accommodation
Arenas del Mar features 38 guest rooms and suites. Rooms have been elegantly decorated and feature some fantastic Coast Rican paintings by local artists to give an authentic feel. Room amenities include king size beds and spacious bathrooms, and the resort's own organic soaps, lotions and shampoos. Every room also offers high speed internet, cable television, mini-bar, safe deposit box and coffee maker.
Childcare
Manuel Antonio is Costa Rica’s most famous National Park and a great destination for families looking to experience the rainforest. Arenas Del Mar Beach & Nature Resort is the perfect place to enjoy a few days of adventure and fun, offering board games & boogie boards, delicious children’s menu options in both restaurants and tours & activities suitable for the whole family.
Facilities
Facilities at Arenas del Mar include a restaurant, bar, outdoor pool, spa treatment rooms and jacuzzi.
Activities
Arenas del Mar offers a long list of activities including birdwatching, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, kayaking, canoeing, sailing, scuba diving, snorkeling, surfing, and tours of the nearby Manuel Antonio national park.
When to travel
The summer season (November to April), also called the 'dry' season, doesn't necessarily mean no rain- but there should be less of it. The 'green' season (May to November) can still be a good time to visit- you can avoid the tourist bustle and lodging is slightly cheaper. During this time, however, rivers start to swell and dirt roads get muddy, making travel more challenging.
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Location and directions
Quepos, Costa Rica
Arenas Del Mar is located on the Central Pacific Coast of Costa Rica about 2 km. from the port of Quepos, in Manuel Antonio. The resort is situated on a cliff above Espadilla Beach and overlooks the Manuel Antonio National Park.
How to get there
15 hour international flight (via Miami) to San Jose International Airport. From San Jose its the a 40 minute light aircraft flight to Quepos and short car transfer to the hotel.
