The Reason You’re Here.
That Easy, Beachfront Feeling.

Why Arenas Del Mar Beach & Rainforest Resort, Costa Rica
Why Arenas Del Mar Beach & Rainforest Resort, Costa Rica?
Truth. Many hotels in Manuel Antonio will tell you they have direct beach access. What this actually means? It’s a 10 minute taxi drive to the beach. Now, that’s not direct beach access!
Arenas Del Mar is the only luxury hotel in Manuel Antonio that is truly on the beach and in the rainforest:
If you’re searching for a full five-star Costa Rica experience — beachfront, rainforest, wildlife right at the resort, Manuel Antonio National Park a stone’s throw away and endless adventures at your fingertips — you will find it here at our luxury resort.
Let’s take a closer look at why Arenas Del Mar Resort could be the best resort for your easy, beachfront holiday.

You’re right on the beach & within walking distance to Manuel Antonio National Park
















This is why you’ve come to Manuel Antonio.
Arenas Del Mar Luxury Resort is located on an 11-acre private rainforest reserve. You’ll easily see monkeys and sloths right here at the resort. You’ll have access to two beautiful beaches, Playitas Beach and Espadilla Beach. By day, you can even walk along Espadilla Beach into Manuel Antonio town and Manuel Antonio National Park. We’re that close.

You’ll always be hosted by our in-house
Naturalist Guides






We’re the only resort in Manuel Antonio to offer you in-house Naturalist Guides
We want you to experience the best of Manuel Antonio. Period. That’s why we have resident Naturalist Guides at our luxury hotel to help you spot rainforest wildlife, host you on your tours, and give you an intimate interpretation of the flora and fauna you’ll see along the way.

You’ll always have the most unique Manuel Antonio experiences available to you






We Create and Host Every Single Tour. Just For You.
No Mediocre Tours Here! When you venture out into Manuel Antonio National Park and beyond, you’ll feel good knowing that we’ve created a collection of carefully curated experiences found nowhere else.

You Can Start Your Day With a Good Sweat


We Offer Complimentary Yoga & Exercise Classes
Doesn’t it feel good to start the day with a good sweat or stretch? We sure think so. That’s why we offer Yoga Classes 2 days a week and Exercise Classes 2 days a week for that instant pick-me-up.

You’ll Relax With Beach Eats, Cocktails,
& Your Toes in the Sand








Nowhere will you feel more on your vacation than at
Playitas Restaurant
Sink your toes into the sand and dine beachfront at Playitas Restaurant & Bar. Expect beachside BBQs. Street Food Nights. Gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian menus. Not to mention Old School Cocktails and tropical smoothies delivered right to your lounge chair.
Luxury Meets Nature
“It doesn’t matter if you’re up for the adventures, the National Park, surfing, a nice spa treatment, or just a quiet day on the private beach. This luxury resort has it all and has been truly kissed by nature.”
– David, Texas