Luxury 5-Star Resorts in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
Manuel Antonio pairs rainforest and Pacific coastline, and these three five-star resorts are the stays for travelers who want to settle in and enjoy both. Expect private beach areas, spa time, multiple pool options and guest ratings between 9.4 and 9.8. Whether you are planning a family holiday or a couples' escape, there is a resort here to match.
Every resort on this page holds a five-star rating and a strong guest rating, from 9.4 to 9.8. We also looked at what each one offers for a full resort stay, including spa and wellness, dining, pools and outdoor activities.
Tulemar Resort earns its place here with a five-star rating and a 9.8 guest rating, the highest of the three. Days can revolve around the private beach area and the water sport facilities on site, with snorkelling and canoeing also available, then shift to the outdoor pool, the kids' pool or the spa/wellness center. Stay in a bungalow or villa with a kitchen or kitchenette, and end the evening at the restaurant or bar, where happy hour is on.
Arenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort Member of the Cayuga Collection brings five-star standards and a 9.7 guest rating to a beachfront setting with a private beach area. Unwind at the spa, with its hammam, massage services and open-air bath, or by the seasonal outdoor pool. Active days can include hiking, horse riding, cycling or snorkelling, and meals range from the restaurant to the snack bar, bar and room service. The Family Suite and Playitas Suite suit groups of up to six.
Parador Nature Resort and Spa is a five-star resort in Manuel Antonio with a 9.4 guest rating from 1,652 reviews. The rainforest setting comes with Pacific Ocean views, and the pool choices include infinity, outdoor, plunge and kids' pools. The spa offers massage, beauty services and yoga classes, while the adults-only Vista Suites have a hot tub terrace. A fitness center, restaurant and bar round out the stay.
Traveling as a family? Tulemar Resort and Parador Nature Resort and Spa both have a kids' pool, and Arenas Del Mar offers a Family Suite and a Playitas Suite for groups of up to six.
Couples looking for a quieter stay can look at the adults-only Vista Suites at Parador Nature Resort and Spa, which have a hot tub terrace.
All three resorts have free WiFi and free parking, which makes a rental car an easy way to explore the area. Tulemar Resort's airport shuttle carries an additional charge, so confirm shuttle terms when you book.
Our 24/7 booking agents can help you compare rooms and suites across the three resorts before you reserve.
Frequently asked questions
Which of these Manuel Antonio resorts have a private beach area?
Tulemar Resort and Arenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort Member of the Cayuga Collection both have a private beach area. Parador Nature Resort and Spa is set in the rainforest with Pacific Ocean views.
Which luxury resort is best for families?
Tulemar Resort has a kids' pool, bungalows and villas with kitchens or kitchenettes, and babysitting/child services. Arenas Del Mar offers a Family Suite and Playitas Suite for groups of up to six. Parador Nature Resort and Spa has a kids' pool and a children's playground.
Do these resorts have spas?
Yes. Tulemar Resort has a spa/wellness center. Arenas Del Mar has a spa with a hammam, massage services and an open-air bath. Parador Nature Resort and Spa has a spa with massage, beauty services and yoga classes.
Is WiFi and parking free at these resorts?
Yes. Tulemar Resort, Arenas Del Mar and Parador Nature Resort and Spa all have free WiFi and free parking.
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