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Reception
$500 starting price
Ceremony
$500 starting price
Bar service
$5 per person
Reception
$500 starting price
Ceremony
$500 starting price
Bar service
$5 per person

Attributes highlighted by couples

Unique aesthetic style
Quality catering
Guests comfort
Amenities

About

Arenas del Mar Beachfront and Rainforest Resort is the only luxury & eco-friendly resort in Manuel Antonio that is right on the beach! We provide the exclusivity, easy atmosphere, luxury, and attention to every detail you've been desiring for your special day. We pride ourselves in excellent customer service and have welcomed our customers back year after year. There's nothing you can imagine that we can't do for you here at Arenas del Mar for your special day. Tell us your vision for your beach wedding and we will make your dream come true! Relax, enjoy your stay, and leave the work to us!

Wedding Facilities

  • Tropical beachfront setting at the exclusive Playitas Beach
  • Intimate weddings for up to 30 people
  • Gourmet in-house dining (buffet or a la carte service)
  • Dietary restrictions and food allergies accommodations
  • In-house bar options
  • Simple wedding cake service
  • Hotel wait staff
  • Assistance during planning process and event
  • Rehearsal dinner
  • Upon request: flowers, lighting, décor, officiant services, music, etc.
  • Accommodations

Unique Hotel Features

Privileged location where the rainforest meets the Pacific Ocean; the only luxury hotel in Manuel Antonio with direct beach access; exclusive Playitas Beach; suites with private hot tubs; resident wildlife including three-toed sloths and white-faced capuchin monkeys; Costa Rican-inspired fine dining & gluten-free options; impeccable and friendly service

Activities

Guided hikes and tours organized through Arenas Del Mar Concierge with the hotel’s resident naturalist guides

Accommodations

Arenas Del Mar has 38 rooms - Superior Rooms up to Ocean View Suites

The resort can be bought out for up to 50 guests

Rooms Features

  • Ocean & rainforest views
  • Terraces with some suites featuring private hot tubs
  • King-sized beds
  • Air conditioning & ceiling fans
  • Complimentary local & international calls
  • High speed Wi-Fi
  • 32” flat screen TV with cable
  • Laptop-sized safe
  • Coffee maker & local, organic coffee & tea
  • “Tico” Minibar: Local snacks, and drinks
  • Cotton robes, hairdryer
  • Umbrellas, flashlight
  • Twice daily housekeeping service

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$500

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$5

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

2

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Beach
Hotel
Resort
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
Limited Bar
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer

What event items are available?

Chairs
Decor
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
Flatware
Glassware

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
April
June
July
August
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

May
September
October
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5.0 out of 5 rating
8 Reviews
  • Quality of service
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.9 out of 5 rating
100% Recommended by couples
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Michael S. Sent on 02/21/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The Dream Wedding Next to the Ocean

In retrospect, it is impossible to think of a better location to have celebrated our special occasion than in Arenas del Mar. A beautiful semi-private beach, delicious food, excellent service, great value for money. We really had the best day of our lives here and are immensely thankful to the entire staff at Arenas del Mar for all their support. As a Costa Rican born, I know several beaches and beautiful locations across the entire country and can't think of a better one to celebrate an unforgettable wedding than here.
Ashley
Ashley Sent on 01/03/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Stunning! Amazing!

Arenas del Mar - is the most unique and special place to get married and to also spend your honeymoon all in one! Our Event Coordinator - Elaine Solano was brilliant, from start to finish. She and all the hotel staff, organised everything just exactly how we wanted, with the best service we have truly ever experienced. This is a great example of how smooth, easy and stress-free a wedding can be. Elaine recommended us also an excellent photographer and a great lawyer for the ceremony. She even managed to sow the wedding dress last minute with great skill! :-) If you are looking to get married in Costa Rica- just go for it - you will have an amazing time there!
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Molly M. Sent on 12/30/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding coordinator

Elaine did an excellent job, made the process easy and stress free!
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Elaine Solano
Event Planner

Meet Elaine, our Event Planner, she will be helping you from the beginning until the end of your special day, always happy to provide you the best advises and and ideas to have the day of your dreams

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Arenas del Mar frequently asked questions

Arenas del Mar includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Arenas del Mar includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The bar service starting price at Arenas del Mar includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
The space offered by Arenas del Mar for wedding events is known for:
  • Beach
  • Hotel
  • Resort
  • Waterfront
Arenas del Mar offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Arenas del Mar offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Arenas del Mar offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Arenas del Mar offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Decor
  • Tables
Arenas del Mar is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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