Arenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest ResortvsHacienda AltaGracia
Both properties are rated very highly by professionals. On balance, Arenas del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort scores significantly higher than Hacienda AltaGracia, Auberge Resorts Collection. Arenas del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort ranks #5 in Costa Rica with positive reviews from 6 publications such as Jetsetter, The Telegraph and Lonely Planet.
Arenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort
Punta Quepos, Manuel Antonio National Park 311-6350, Costa Rica
From $383/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"This visually arresting hotel and resort complex is consistently shortlisted among Costa Rica's finest upscale hotels." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Idyllic jungle-meets-beach location of this Pacific Coast resort means guests can spot two-foot iguanas, white-faced monkeys, and birds of myriad species without even leaving their poolside loungers." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This five-star resort is set on forested cliffs close to the popular Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio." Full review
Hideaway Report
91.0
"Hillside resort sloping down to a secluded beach near the port of Quepos." Full review
Fodor's
"On hillsides sloping down to two pristine, almost-deserted beaches, chic and elegant rooms are decorated with gorgeous natural fabrics and local art and have huge private terraces" Full review
Jetsetter
"Luxe eco-resort with top-notch restaurants, a serene spa and killer rainforest and beach vistas." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"This neighborhood is replete with upscale hotels, but none is closer to the beach than Arenas del Mar, a five-star, 11-acre property within walking distance of Manuel Antonio National Park." Full review
Frommer's
"This beachfront resort is in a league of its own, with handsome rooms, fabulous views, great dining, and direct access to two beaches" Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"Remarkable location is combined with impressive eco-conscious practices and upscale amenities...38 guest rooms are subtly stylish offering minibars stocked with generous supplies of Costa Rican treats" Full review
Hacienda AltaGracia
Perez Zeledon, San Isidro de El General, Costa Rica
From $340/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Afar Magazine
"The resort is home to 22 stables, the largest riding ring in Central America, and top-notch facilities that include an on-site veterinarian." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Tucked high in the mountains of Pérez Zeledon in southern Costa Rica, this 864-acre property—the first Auberge Resort in Central America—brings glamor and luxury to an otherwise rugged terrain." Full review
The Telegraph
6.0
"This five-star new-build luxury estate in the southern foothills of the Cordillera de Talamanca is a serene and polished country retreat." Full review
Jetsetter
"A suite or casita at an idyllic hideaway in an untouched corner of Costa Rica, with a welcome drink." Full review
Hideaway Report
94.0
"Luxurious mountainside retreat on 865 acres of gardens and rainforest, three and a half hours southeast of San José." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"A hillside hacienda overlooking the lush Valle de General, this Auberge Resort consists of self-contained casitas (cottages) and suites, their decor stylish and understated (neutral shades, dark leather), surrounded by 350 hectares – ideal for hiking, horseback riding and observing from the air from one of the resort's own ultralights" Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Offers an elevated take on the Costa Rican concept of pura vida, or "pure life"...spread out over 180 lush acres, where guests are encouraged to build their days around interactions with nature"