Grand Opening: Arenas del Mar Resort,

Antonio,Costa Rica—Arenas del Mar Beach & Nature Resort, Costa Rica’s newest luxury accommodations, has swung open its doors to eagerly serve awaiting guests.

Seeking to demonstrate a previously unseen combination of luxury service and 100 percent sustainability, Arenas del Mar was built with complete consideration of the highest five-level rating of the Costa Rican Certification for Sustainable Tourism, in hopes to join the ranks of only two hotels in Costa Rica to have achieved the respected rank.

High rankings also carry over to the resort’s level of superb service and luxurious lodging, which includes 38 stunning guest rooms that overlook both the Manual Antonio National Park and beautiful Pacific Ocean.

Yet, despite the secluded haven in which Arenas del Mar exists, guests need only venture outside their room to indulge in world-class cuisine at one of the resort’s two restaurants, El Mirador or Playita, enjoy pampering at the property’s intimate spa, or explore the depths of Costa Rica’s lush outdoors. A mere step or two from each guest room resides private nature reserve trails, including a hanging bridge from which to observe the region’s famed flora and fauna, as well as intriguing native species.

Guided tours are also available within the resort’s 11 acres, and often yield many sightings of monkeys, sloths, toucans and more. For adventurous travelers, exciting opportunities abound, including whitewater rafting, horseback riding, ocean kayaking, mountain biking and canopy tours.

Those seeking rest, relaxation and rejuvenation, however, may simply wish to lounge in the unpredictable comfort of their well-appointed guest room. Located on the beach, Arenas del Mar guest rooms offer maximum comfort while upholding the resort’s extraordinary commitment to the environment and seamlessly blending into its tropical surroundings. Built around existing trees, all rooms come equipped with amenities one would expect in an urban resort—not the middle of a rainforest—including ceiling fans, air-conditioning, cable television, high-speed Internet, mini-bar, coffee maker, microwave, hair dryers and irons.

Also available are Ocean View Apartment rentals, granting guests over 1,650 square feet of living space, spacious private decks or terraces with Japanese-style Jacuzzis and uncontested views of the scenery.

For more information on Arenas del Mar Beach & Nature Resort, their commitment to 100 percent sustainability, or Costa Rica adventures, please visit www.arenasdelmar.com. Reservations are now being accepted.

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