Arenas Del Mar Beach and Nature Resort

Where Manuel Antonio’s forest reaches the beach

Rainforest and beach meet at Arenas del Mar Beach and Nature Resort, giving a Manuel Antonio stay two landscapes to enjoy without leaving the property. The hotel occupies a bluff above the coast, with eleven acres of forest extending toward the sand. A walk through the grounds, time at the beach and a meal with an ocean outlook can all belong to the same leisurely day.

A boutique retreat in the forest

The five-star resort is part of the Cayuga Collection, with a five-leaf sustainability distinction and a boutique setting. Tropical gardens and the forest encourage you to spend time outdoors, with opportunities to look for birds, monkeys and sloths. Wildlife is part of the fascination of this landscape, though particular sightings are never certain; leave room to enjoy the trails and beach for their own sake as well. Manuel Antonio’s palm-fringed beaches and forested hills provide the broader backdrop, with the hotel’s nature focus extending into the time you spend on its own grounds.

Beach, pool and wellness time

The beach below the resort offers space for walks, relaxation and boogie boarding, with swimming dependent on conditions. Forested hills and palm-fringed shorelines make the coast appealing even on a day you prefer to stay out of the water. The surrounding landscape can be enjoyed in those quieter moments as well as on a guided outing.

A swimming pool and complimentary yoga offer different ways to slow the pace. Las Brisas Wellness Center provides facials, massage and other treatments, with reservations recommended at least a day in advance. Planning a treatment ahead lets you keep some of the stay free from excursions and enjoy the property more fully.

Dining from the bluff to the beach

Dining follows the terrain. El Mirador Restaurant and Bar is open-air, overlooking the beach and serving breakfast and dinner, with fresh seafood and Costa Rican dishes among the choices. Gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan dietary requests can be accommodated. Down by the beach, Playitas Restaurant and Bar serves lunch and drinks. The health-conscious cooking uses local ingredients whenever possible, bringing the region into the meal as well as the view. El Mirador Bar extends the evening with tropical cocktails, craft beers and wine.

Choose your room and outings

Rooms include air conditioning and ceiling fans, cable television, a coffee maker with local coffee, WiFi, a telephone, an in-room safe, bathrobes and a spacious bathroom with a shower. Individual categories have different amenities, so compare those details when deciding where to stay. WiFi covers most areas of the property rather than every corner of the grounds.

Beyond the resort, Manuel Antonio National Park provides a focus for guided wildlife outings. Catamaran cruises, canopy adventures, whitewater rafting, waterfall canyoneering and surfing add other ways to enjoy the region. Balance those plans with time on the forested property; the relationship between beach and rainforest is a substantial part of the experience here.

Maintenance dates to plan around

Maintenance in rooms and public areas is scheduled from August 31 through November 11, 2026. The hotel plans to minimize disruption and accommodate guests, but the work may affect the stay. Discuss your dates and plans with your vacation specialist before choosing the resort.

Why choose Arenas Del Mar Beach and Nature Resort?

• Rainforest reaching the beach: eleven acres of forest extend from the bluff toward the shore, giving a stay both coastal outlooks and time close to the rainforest. Choose it when you want the hotel’s own setting to be part of the nature experience.
• Wildlife as a possibility: the grounds and nearby national park offer opportunities to look for birds, monkeys and sloths. Leave time for exploring, while enjoying the forest and beach without expecting particular animals to appear.
• A boutique sustainability focus: the resort belongs to the Cayuga Collection with five-star and five-leaf designations. Its nature-oriented character suits travelers who value that focus alongside comfortable accommodation.
• Meals at two levels of the property: El Mirador serves breakfast and dinner in an open-air beach-view setting, while Playitas serves lunch and drinks near the beach below. Seafood and Costa Rican dishes, cocktails, craft beers and wine give you reasons to stay for a meal.
• Dietary flexibility: gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan requests can be accommodated, with local ingredients used whenever possible. Let the team know your needs when arranging dining rather than assuming one fixed menu suits everyone.
• Pool, yoga and spa time: the swimming pool, complimentary yoga and Las Brisas Wellness Center let you balance excursions with quieter hours. Spa reservations are recommended at least a day ahead, including for facials, massage and other therapies.
• Comfort with category differences: air conditioning, fans, local coffee, bathrobes and spacious shower bathrooms are part of the rooms. Compare individual room amenities; WiFi covers most areas of the property rather than every part of the grounds.
• An active region beyond the gate: national-park wildlife outings, catamaran cruises, canopy zip-lining, rafting, waterfall canyoneering and surfing offer varied days. Keep room in the itinerary for the resort as well as these adventures.
• Maintenance affects the choice of dates: work in rooms and public areas runs August 31–November 11, 2026. The hotel plans to minimize disruption, but discuss possible effects on your stay before booking within that period.