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The Zancudo LodgevsArenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort
Both properties are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Arenas del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort ranks significantly higher than The Zancudo Lodge. Arenas del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort scores 89 with positive reviews from 6 reviewers like Hideaway Report, Jetsetter and Condé Nast Traveler.
The Zancudo Lodge
Lonely Planet
Fodor's
Playa Zancudo, Golfito, Costa Rica
From $250/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"The most luxurious retreat in Zancudo by a long shot, this 16-room lodge sits amid landscaped grounds, complete with trickling water features, bamboo stockades, and spacious, tranquil rooms." Full review
Fodor's "Most guests here are well-heeled, avid anglers on all-inclusive sportfishing packages, but the young owners have completely transformed this beachfront property into a top-notch luxury resort that can be enjoyed by those who have never dropped a line." Full review
Arenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort Lonely Planet
Condé Nast Traveler
The Telegraph
Hideaway Report Fodor's
Jetsetter
Travel + Leisure
Frommer's
Oyster
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 PlanetTop 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 Telegraph8.0
"This five-star resort is set on forested cliffs close to the popular Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio." Full review
Hideaway Report91.0
"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
OysterUpscale
"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
