Hotel Arenal Manoa

Hotel Arenal Manoa has 40 rooms and every one of them offers a stunning view of the volcano. That’s right, no paying extra for a room with a view here. Aside from the view, the rooms are equally as stunning. Spacious bathrooms and spotless rooms with huge sliding glass doors mean you don’t even have to leave your room to enjoy your surroundings.

Arenal Volcano Inn

The Arenal Volcano Inn might not look like much from the road, but one look at the rooms and you will be asking how to make a reservation. The rooms here are wide open, well-decorated, and as always, provide great views of the volcano. They even have a suite with a private jacuzzi.

Arenal Kioro Suits & Spa

If you are looking for a hotel in the La Fortuna area that is more chic than rustic, check out the Arenal Kioro hotel. The rooms here have just a touch of rustic Costa Rica, but offer plenty of luxury amenities. Each room comes with a breakfast nook, views of the volcano, in-room jacuzzi, and private terrace.

Hotel Magic Mountain

One of the newer, larger hotels in the in the area, Hotel Magic Mountain is a first class joint. Every room in this hotel is luxury and the service is top notch. Like many other hotels in the area, they offer views of the volcano, but the views here offer something extra. On this side of the volcano you get a front row seat to the lava flows.

Tree Houses Hotel Costa Rica

Fancy hotels or resorts not your thing? What about a tree house? The Tree House Hotel offers a number of private tree houses. Your room will consist of a multi-level tree house complete with bathroom and kitchen.

Hotel Silencio del Campo

This hotel is a little piece of luxury situated just a short distance away from the main strip of La Fortuna. The hotel might be close to it all, but as soon as you step on the hotels grounds, you would never know it. The private bungalows are situated on winding trails through the property’s beautiful landscaping.

Leaves & Lizards Arenal Volcano Cabin Retreat

The Lizards and Leaves Retreat is a small and very personal accommodation. The facility includes three cabins, two barns, and one main lodge. The retreat sits on an impressive 26 acres of land. On that land you will find a wealth of springs, rivers, waterfalls, and more. The staff at the hotel will be more than happy to show you around the grounds.

Volcano Lodge & Gardens

No matter where you stay at the Volcano Lodge, you will be able to appreciate the panoramic view of the volcano right from your own private terrace. The lodge also offers a wealth of services including spa treatments and an on-site restaurant.

Hotel Vista del Cerro

For the price, you can’t beat the Hotel Vista del Cerro. The rooms might not be rustic or volcano themed, but they are clean and spacious. The hotel is ideal for families and couples who will be spending a lot more time outside of their room than in it. If you need a clean, safe place to rest at the end of hard day’s adventure, this is it.

Hotel Lomas del Volcan

Located on a 125 hectare farm, Hotel Lomas del Volcan offers visitors rustic, private bungalows. With so much land, you feel far away from the hustle and bustle of La Fortuna. You can enjoy the peace and quiet, as well as views of the volcano, from one of the bungalow’s two terraces.

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If you are planning a trip to Costa Rica and are looking to stay at one of the top luxury resorts in the world your options are going to be fairly limited. The Los Suenos Marriott however offers just that. In addition it has a beautiful ocean view and world class golf course. This is just the tip of the iceberg for what you can find at this wonderful resort.

About the Resort

The resort complex is tucked in between the warm Pacific ocean and a large 1,100 acre tropical rain forest. At Los Suenos you can find just about any leisure activity you could think of. This unique location can not be replicated and is something to take advantage of. Spend half the day on the water, the other half exploring the forest. On the water you can book a deep sea fishing charter. This trips offer a one of kind opportunity for anglers and novice fisherman alike. Take the whole family and enjoy a fun day on the water. If you are not interested in fishing you can also simply take a leisurely sail out on the Pacific. In the rain forest you can take walking hikes and enjoy all of the different flora and fauna. Unique plants and wildlife can all be seen close up. Who needs the zoo when you can see the animals in their natural environment?

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If you are looking for something a bit more adventurous you can take a zip line tour of the rain forest. These high flying tours offer you a chance to see the majority of the jungle and enjoy the wildlife at the same time. Or you could just do nothing and spend the day lounging by the pool. The world class palm lined pool at Los Suenos has plenty of shade for you to sit and relax in. There are also six restaurants and lounges so you will never run out of options for food and fun. Whatever your pleasure you are no doubt going to be able to find it. Easy access to all the fun activities around Costa Rica is only the beginning for this resort.

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On site is a full spa with available massages and services at the poolside gazebo. Lay in comfort with a panoramic view of the ocean as you get a full body massage and salt treatment. The staff of licensed massage therapists will be at your beck and call if you so desire. If relaxing is not your thing make a reservation to play eighteen holes on La Iguana Golf Course. This course has a layout that is fit to challenge even professional caliber golfers. A fun day in the sun chasing a white ball around in this tropical paradise is a welcome change.

In addition the course comes with its own fan base as monkeys and macaws line the course adding to the unique flavor of this course. Another main attraction found right at the resort is the Stellaris Casino. After playing or relaxing by the pool all day enjoy a fun night of gaming. Who knows you may get lucky and pay for your whole vacation without even leaving the grounds. This friendly and open casino has a variety of games to choose from.

When you look at the full package of things that Los Suenos has to offer there are very few if any resorts that stand up. Voted one of the “World’s Best” by Travel and Leisure magazine, this truly is a world class resort with all the amenities that goes with. They offer a host of packages that no other full fledged resort can offer. From tropical excursions, to full service casinos, and on site five start restaurants this hotel has it all.

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When you first arrive at the Hacienda Pinilla you will be awestruck by the outstanding beauty of the area. The Hacienda Pinilla beach resort resides in the Guanacaste province of Costa Rica. This beach resort is in the perfect location, taking advantage of the surrounding beauty of valleys, mountains, beaches and lakes that make it such a spectacular place to stay.

It might be hard to choose among the three types of lodging that the Hacienda Pinilla has to offer. The Posada del Sol Hotel is designed in a colonial style with beautiful gardens and exotic landscaping of the region. The Pequena Finca are located right at the Langosta beach so you are ready to take a swim any time. For the golfers delight there is the Casa de Golf, which is a house located right in front of the swimming pool and golf course.

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What to Expect

The facilities have been carefully designed with you in mind at the Hacienda Pinilla. All your comforts and desires can be met with the facilities they provide such as tennis courts, horse stables, 18-hole golf course, club house and a gym. Bars, laundry, kitchen and a club house are also provided for your convenience.

The Hacienda Pinilla provides all the amenities that you would expect from a very high class resort. Some of the excellent amenities that they will provide to you are cable TV, air conditioning, safe deposit boxes, laundry service, spa’s and hot tubs. If you have some unfinished work to clear up before you dive into your vacation, they can provide you with Internet service and conference rooms to suite your needs.

You do not even have to leave your hotel to find all kinds of fun activities. Wake up one morning and feel like a horseback ride? Fine, just head on over to the stables and the staff will set you up for a ride with just the right mount for you’re riding expertise. You can enjoy riding on the many horse trails at the resort or you can feel the spray of the sea on your face as you ride along their beaches.

If you need a special place to host a wedding or a party then the Hacienda Pinilla has you covered. The 4500 acres would make a wonderful place to host just that type of event. The hotel will gladly provide all your food and drink requirements and they can even put you in touch with the right people that provide flowers, decorations, live music as well as photographers.

Activities

The Hacienda Pinilla supports an 18-hole golf course for all you’re golfing needs. The course was designed by Mike Young who specializes in designing some of the finest golf courses in the United States. The course is built around the natural landscape and it will give you a good test of you’re golfing abilities. Just stop into the pro shop and pick up some great golfing tips for the next game. After you get your 18 holes in you can catch some lunch at the pro shop as well.

This fabulous hotel resides alongside a full three miles of Pacific beach front property, which residents take full advantage of while their staying at the resort. Guests can even choose which beach suits them the best, because they have a choice of six white sandy beaches to select from.

Some of the beach activities, which guests in the past have enjoyed are sun bathing, romantic walks, horseback riding and of course swimming. A charming picnic with all your favorite dishes is not out of the ordinary either. For those of you that are interested in water sports, try your hand at surfing, fishing and snorkeling.

Guests staying at the Hacienda Pinilla can rest assured that their needs will always be well taken care of by the friendly, helpful staff which work at the resort. With all the fun activities available there is no shortage of things to do.

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Arenas del Mar is one of Costa Rica’s premiere nature resorts. This resort was designed with sustainability in mind; solar hot water, energy-efficient lighting, and use of nontoxic, biodegradeable cleaning products are just a few of the eco-friendly practices used throughout the premises. But you’ll hardly notice these and other low impact features during your stay at this luxurious, high-end resort.

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What to Expect

Arenas del Mar occupies 11 acres between the beautiful white sand beaches of the Pacific Ocean and the spectacular rainforest of Manuel Antonio National Park. Breathtaking views of the rainforest or beaches can be enjoyed from its 38 well-appointed rooms, apartments and suites. Accommodations feature such 5-star amenities as king size beds, flat-screen cable televisions, wired internet access and fully equipped mini-bars.

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Specific lodge offerings are as follows:

Ocean Breeze Superior Rooms host 2 guests and feature one king bed, deck space overlooking the ocean or rainforest, and a spacious bathroom.

Ocean Breeze Suites have a king bed; some have an additional pull-out sofa. They include a spacious deck and large living area with ceiling fans, mini-bar and full bathroom. A private hot tub on the deck allows guests to soak and relax while watching a sunset. Suites with a pull-out sofa will accommodate up to 3 guests; those without can host 2 guests.

Rainforest View Suites will host up to 3 guests. They are spacious one-bedroom suites with one king bed and a large living area. A large Jacuzzi beckons from an outside terrace.

Ocean Breeze Apartments are one of the most luxurious lodgings on Costa Rica’s central Pacific Coast. It features more than 1650 square feet of living space with spectacular views of the beach, ocean and rainforest. All these apartments feature two air-conditioned bedrooms each with a king bed, a large living area with ceiling fans, a full size pull-out sofa, a mini-bar and three full bathrooms. A private hot tub adorns the very spacious deck. These beautifully-appointed apartments will comfortably host up to 5 guests.

Arenas del Mar also features two gourmet restaurants bursting with both local and international flavor. Enjoy a gorgeous sunset while dining on delicious and innovative dishes at El Mirador, overhanging Espedilla Beach and overlooking the rainforest. El Mirado serves from 7 AM – 10 PM, including bar snacks and room service. Lighter, elegant fare is offered (from 10 AM – 6 PM) at Playitas Restaurant and Bar next to Playitas Beach. Sip your favorite drink while listening to the melodies of the rainforest.

After a scrumptious meal, choose from Arenas del Mar’s menu of fun and adventurous activities. The resort offers bird tours, night walks, morning or sunset sailing, surfing and surf lessons, white-water rafting, horse-back riding, hiking, mangrove kayaking….and much more! The hotel’s staff includes a resident naturalist guide who will be happy to assist you.

At day’s end, immerse your body and soul at La Brisas Spa. Professional masseuses are on duty from 10 AM – 6 PM to pamper you in every way. Get a massage, facial, wrap or scrub. Refresh and renew yourself with their manicure, pedicure and depilation services. Since spa services are extremely popular at Arenas del Mar, guests are encouraged to reserve their massage or treatment early.

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Special Packages

Arenas del Mar offers two special packages beyond its regular rates.

The Beach and Nature Romantic Package is for couples looking for adventure and pampering. It includes a scenic horseback ride through the rainforest and a relaxing couples massage.

The Healing Package caters to those guests needing to revitalize, rejuvenate, unwind and relax. It includes a wrap or scrub of choice, a massage and special healing menu.

With all this and more, Arenas del Mar offers something for everyone!

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