Pachira LodgevsArenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort
Both properties are rated very highly by expert writers. On balance, Arenas del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort is preferred by most writers compared to Pachira Lodge. Arenas del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort scores 89 with recommendations from 6 reviews such as Jetsetter, Condé Nast Traveler and Travel + Leisure.
Pachira Lodge
across the main canal, Tortuguero, Costa Rica
From $180/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Pool
Fodor's
"This is the prettiest of Tortuguero's lodges, but not the costliest—the owners here market competitively and keep prices reasonable." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Just outside Tortuguero National Park on the northeast coast of Costa Rica, the Pachira Lodge sits on a thin strip of land surrounded by a network of canals." Full review
Lonely Planet
"A sprawling compound set on 14 hectares of land, this 88-room hotel with turtle-shaped pool is a popular family spot." Full review
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