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Arenas del Mar Beachfront and Nature Resort
At a Glance
- best of both worlds: luxury and eco-consciousness
- best beach access in Manuel Antonio
- wonderful bird-watching and wildlife viewing
Pros
- very steep paths and stairs
- humidity can leave bathrooms somewhat musty
Cons
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Arenas del Mar Beachfront and Nature Resort Review
On hillsides sloping down to two pristine, almost deserted beaches, chic and elegant rooms are decorated with gorgeous natural fabrics and flamboyant local art and have huge private terraces with comfortable outdoor sitting areas. Bathrooms are spacious, with round, glass-brick shower stalls, and some rooms have mosaic-tiled hot tubs on their terraces. Amenities include two pools and a spa, and the surrounding forest is alive with birds, butterflies, and wildlife. The main restaurant is practically in the trees, and the menu is innovative and ambitious. There's also a more casual daytime restaurant at the lower pool nearest the beach. All rooms here are nonsmoking.
- Address: Far west end of Playa Espadilla, down El Parador road, in Manuel Antonio, Manuel Antonio, 60601
- Phone: 2777-2777; 888/240-0280 in U.S.
- Website: www.arenasdelmar.com
- Location: Manuel Antonio
Contact Information
- 38 rooms.
- Rate includes breakfast.
Hotel Details
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