Is Arenas Del Mar for Me?

In order for you to determine if you are an “Arenas Del Mar person”, we invite you to review the testimonials below written by a honeymoon couple, a couple of sophisticated mature travelers,and a family with children.

Name: Andrea and Robert Toser
Age: 27 (Andrea), 31 (Robert)
Profession: Executive Recruiter (Andrea) and Attorney (Robert)

From: Phoenix, Arizona, USA

Robert: We decided to go to Costa Rica for our honeymoon because we had heard so many great things from our fellow friends. We were looking for a place that would allow us to relax by the beach and hang out doors while still providing us with a certain level of comfort. Arenas Del Mar was a great find.

Andrea: The location was absolutely incredible. We had views of the surrounding Pacific ocean and access to the most beautiful private beach. The food was absolutely incredible as well: monkeys were swinging by while we ate breakfast! More...

Robert: We really liked how there was so much available to us: hiking through Manuel Antonio National Park, surfing, even a top-notch spa. We really felt immersed in the surrounding environment while still feeling incredibly pampered. Arenas Del Mar truly provided us with everything we could have wanted for our honeymoon.

Andrea: The staff was incredible as well. The first night of our stay, the bartender knew our names and EXACTLY how we liked our Tico Sours. We couldn't have felt more relaxed or at home, and would recommend Arenas Del Mar to any one of our friends.

Name: Allison and Gregory Christensen

Age: 58 (Allison), 60 (Gregory)
Profession: Retired School Teacher (Allison) and Commercial Real Estate Developer (Gregory)
From: Austin, Texas, USA

Allison: Our kids had recently gone on a trip to Costa Rica and couldn't stop raving about how beautiful it was. We had never been to Central America and decided to give it a shot. They recommended visiting Manuel Antonio due to its beautiful beaches and wildlife. We found Arenas Del Mar on the internet and couldn't have been more pleased with our experience.

Gregory: The guided hikes were absolutely incredible. Our nature guide was so knowledgeable and enthusiastic. We were able to see so many different animals such as monkeys, sloths, iguanas and more. And the hikes were just the right pace: rigorous without being overly strenuous. We were also able to relax in our jacuzzis after a day of hiking, which was a great treat. More...

Allison: We also loved the cultural activities available, including the tortilla making classes and the typical dances. I took some great pictures of Gregory making and eating a very misshapen tortilla! The kids will die when they see the pictures.

Gregory: Arenas Del Mar is a great vacation getaway. I was so impressed with the hotel's commitment to protecting nature and biodiversity, as well as Costa Rica's efforts on a countrywide scale. We have a lot to learn from Costa Rica back in the United States.

Allison: We cannot wait to return to Arenas Del Mar. It was truly a dream come true.

Name: Justine, Arnold, William, Jenny and Christopher Johnson
Age: 41 (Justine), 42 (Arnold), 12 (William), 11 (Jenny) and 8 (Christopher)
Profession: Writer (Justine) and Advertising Executive (Arnold)
From: White Plains, New York, USA

Arnold: We have heard so many great things about Costa Rica and were so excited for this trip. Arenas Del Mar really gave us the opportunity to do everything we wanted: rainforest hiking, horseback riding, surfing and so much more. We even went on one of those canopy tours. It was the perfect place for all of us.

Justine: The accommodations were absolutely BEAUTIFUL. I had never seen such breathtaking views in my entire life. Plus, we were all able to find things that we liked. I was able to relax by the beach with Christopher while Arnold, Jenny and William took surfing lessons. We were also able to go on some incredible hikes together in Manuel Antonio National Park. We loved every second of our trip. More...

Arnold: Arenas Del Mar was an excellent choice for families. One of the highlights of the trip was when the kids were able to plant a tree in the “volunteer rainforest”. They truly have a strong connection with nature now, especially the rainforest.

Justine: The staff was so friendly and accommodating, and the experience is truly one of a kind. I'd recommend this place to anyone, especially families with older children.