Absolute Perfection Absolutely gorgeous resort. We had an ocean view bungalow that had 2 queen beds in a bedroom and a small kitchen with an amazing view in both rooms! Our room was always spotless and the only noise surrounding us were the birds and monkeys! The resort itself is nestled in the jungle surrounded by monkeys swinging on the trees and sloths resting on the branches. Everyone is very attentive and kind. We are so grateful to Miguel who was our concierge and made everything happen so smoothly for us regarding transportation and all our excursions. Everyone was always on time and provided us with family memories to last us a lifetime. There are plenty of tasty restaurants all within walking distance of the resort along with a small supermarket to grab breakfast foods, snacks, and dinner to help save a little money. The pool and beach were exactly what we were hoping for to relax as well as enjoy some waves boogie boarding! I hope to return one day again. If you’re thinking about this resort, go for it. It’s worth the drive there and you won’t regret it!

A Stay at Tulemar is Magnificent Everything about our 2-week stay at Tulermar in the Casita Panorama was outstanding. Our accommodations were spacious, immaculately clean and the view of the Pacific from our hillside balcony was one of the best that we have ever had. Each day’s sunset was better than the day before! A full, well-stocked kitchen, including am ample supply of coffee, was an added bonus. The entire staff was excellent and I cannot give enough praise to Jorge, our concierge, with whom I had daily message exchanges with. He typically greeted us each morning with a text message and asked when Vanesa, our fantastic housekeeper, would be able to come and refresh our place. He helped daily with restaurant recommendations and tours, and made all the reservations for us. It didn’t seem like there was anything that he could not do to make our stay any more enjoyable than it was. In addition to Jorge and Vanesa, the entire staff, especially the shuttle van drivers, Alex, Stewart and Axil, were some of the best and most accommodating we have ever encountered. David, who was in charge of Tulemar’s private beach, was also awesome and willing to do anything that we asked to make our beach days fun. The restaurants, both on Tulemar’s property and those within a few minute walk or short taxi ride, were all good. Jorge provided a list of restaurants and we were not disappointed in any of them. Tulemar’s two onsite restaurants, Tule Cafe and Victoria’s, were much better than typically found at hotels or resorts. All of Tulemar is built on a very large and steep hill. Because of the size of the resort and, more importantly the steepness, walking around the resort can be extremely challenging and very hot. Tulemar solves this problem with their intra-resort shuttle vans, which pick you up and take you wherever you need to go within the resort. After calling them, there was never more than a 5-minute wait before the van magically appeared to save you from having a possible coronary attack if you attempted to walk. As I mentioned earlier, the van drivers, especially Alex, Stewart & Axil, were always courteous, friendly and helpful. We enjoyed our time with Jorge and those guys immensely. We really loved our time at Tulemar and high recommend it. My wife and I were fully intending on booking another stay for next January until Jorge gave me the rates he received from the Tulemar Reservations Department. Instead on getting a return guest discount as mentioned on their website, the per night cost for a return stay in the exact same place we just checked out of was 30% higher than we just paid! It is an excellent resort, with an outstanding staff but that level of increase is, in my opinion, beyond reasonable for a returning guest and we will not be staying there again. To us, that is very unfortunate.

Casa Del Mar #409 We’ve had the most incredible experience in Costa Rica, and it truly started the moment we arrived. I don’t even know where to begin! Freddy, our concierge, was absolutely outstanding—available for us 24/7 and always one step ahead of anything we needed. Roberto, our chef, created the most amazing meal! we were completely spoiled and hardly had to lift a finger. And Ariel kept everything impeccably clean and beautifully maintained every single day. We feel so grateful for the care, attention, and warmth each of you showed our family. This trip has been unforgettable because of all of you. I’ll be sharing more reviews and photos soon, as there are so many wonderful people who made our stay so special.

Monkeys, Views, Food…..oh my Amazing spot for a lunch. Went there with the family before the beach. Nathalia was an amazing waitress. We even saw squirrel monkeys. Worth a stop!

Sloths galore, A+ views, a beautiful beach + Freddy – BOOK IT! Tulemar is one of the best resorts I’ve ever visited. From the moment we booked the service and communication were top tier. Our villa came with a concierge, Freddy, who left us wanting for nothing. If you needed it Freddy was there & FAST! I’ve stayed at other places with villa/room specific concierges and I’ve never been impressed – this was the first time I was blown away by the service. I work in hospitality & travel a lot and I could not stop raving about this resort to everyone. It’s beautifully built into a hillside so you feel very remote but services & amenities are always near by! And don’t worry about walking up and down the hill, your concierge will give you a lift. At the top of the hill there are shops and restaurants so you can easily explore things outside of the resort grounds. There is SO MUCH wildlife, they have a sloth rescue on property so you’re bound to see at least one a day. And so many monkeys & birds, it’s so great. The beach is also awesome, you have your own sliver of shoreline with beach chairs & umbrellas & food and drink service. It’s very calm & swimmable water, a lot of boats actually dock in the area because of how calm the water is. I will say the service at the beach is slow (only because they need to get the food/drinks from up the hill) but as long as you expect it it’s all good. We are already planning a trip back to this amazing place…and I don’t repeat often! Plan your trip asap, you won’t regret it!

Beautiful grounds – wildlife everywhere! Tulemar was a really magical place! We stayed at the Casa De Flores with our two teenagers, which was conveniently located near the Tule Cafe, where we ate breakfast every morning. The food was delicious. On the morning that Miguel arranged our trip to the national park, he encouraged us to order food in, and it arrived on the dot at 6:30 when the restaurant opened, which was really great since we got out the door on time for our tour but weren’t rushed. The villa itself was perfect for our family size – the kids stayed downstairs and we were upstairs. They were a little bummed that we had the smart tv upstairs and they were stuck with the local tv, lol. We saw sloths and monkeys on the property every day of our visit, many times right outside our door. The walk up the hill did take a bit out of me, but that’s because I’m not in ideal shape right now! There are a lot of great walkable options for meals in the area. The only sort of bummer day we had was on a fishing trip. Miguel had told us there wasn’t anything available on the Tuesday, which was the day we really wanted to go. He did eventually find us something, and we were not impressed with the company, Mirse Azul. But I think this was probably more Miguel trying to meet our needs and find us something when his preferred options weren’t available. But if you’re going fishing with a family, I would not recommend that company. I don’t blame Tulemar for that.

All the way around and very special place Superb service from start to finish. Beautiful, well-kept property. Well balanced between development and preservation of habitat for native species of flora and fauna. Magical place. Lots of wildlife, beautiful beach. Plenty to do and see on-site. Staff embrace and exude “Pura Vida.”

Loved the resort and the people involved with running it! We love Tulemar resort. The staff are very hard working and they strive to make their guests feel welcome. We ate most of our meals at the Tulemar Cafe. A shout out to Jose, Kenner, and Estaefano. Had wonderful service and conversations with each of them. You would be very lucky to have the privilege of their service. We were at the beach everyday. We worked those poor men! Between requesting food, kayaks, and umbrellas for shade, they were very kind and happy. A shout out to Jorge, Estefano, and David for their great service. We stayed in 303, Monkeytail. A wonderful experience. The perferct location to everything. Our concierge, Roul was very helpful. Tulemar resort is well ran with a fantastic group of people.

Christmas in Costa Rica My family had an unforgettable stay at the beautiful Tulemar Resort and I’m still thinking about it! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ From the moment we arrived, the service was absolutely exceptional. The staff greeted us warmly (even though after midnight), handled everything seamlessly, and made sure every detail of our stay was perfect, especially Laura, our concierge. The villa was spacious, spotless, and had breathtaking views that made waking up each morning feel special. There was plenty of room for the 4 of us to spread out. It was lovely to have our coffee and breakfast on the deck, deciding our plans each day. The resort amenities were incredible—gorgeous pools, relaxing spa treatments, and delicious dining options with fresh, flavorful dishes. Whether we were lounging by the water or enjoying the critters who lived on the compound, everything felt thoughtfully designed for comfort and luxury. What truly stood out was the attention to detail. Every interaction felt personal, and the atmosphere was both relaxing and elegant. It was the perfect escape and exactly what you hope for from a 5-star experience. Highly recommend this resort to anyone looking for luxury, relaxation, and outstanding hospitality. I can’t wait to come back!

A serene experience in the beauty of the rainforest We could not be more pleased with our wonderful week at Tulemar Resort! From the minute I made reservations and we were assigned our personal concierge, Miguel, we were taken care of. I so appreciated how patient and gracious Miguel was in answering my many, many questions in the months leading up to our stay at Tulemar.. It was so helpful for me to have all the details/reservations worked out in advance for the excursions, restaurants, and spa treatments etc. so that we could just come and enjoy them. Miguel always gave great advice and thus our itinerary for the week worked out so very well for us. Not only Miguel’s excellent service, but that of ALL the Tulemar staff (waiters, shuttle drivers, cleaners, etc.) made for a fabulous experience. The beauty of the rainforest and beach, the many birds and monkeys, and the warm and welcoming Costa Rican people all added to our amazing vacation.. Finally, we LOVED our balcony bungalow as the perfect spot for enjoying our morning coffee observing the squirrel monkeys, the macaws, and the majestic Pacific Ocean. We definitely plan to come back next year to once again bask in that beautiful environment among welcoming Tulemar staff.

Best resort in Manuel Antonio! We just came back from a fabulous 4 night stay at Tulemar. I cannot write enough good things about this amazing resort. The property is simply gorgeous, well maintained and spotless. Miguel was our concierge and from the day I booked Tulemar, he was in contact with me. Once we arrived, he made sure that everything ran smoothly. It was our daughter’s birthday and Miguel arranged to have balloons & chocolate in our room waiting for her when we arrived! There are shuttles on the property to take you to the beach, pool or anywhere on property. The staff is top notch. Anytime Alex picked us up, he would make detours to show us monkeys, sloths and wildlife on the property! A big shout out to Stuart and Sebastian too. The beach is private to Tulemar guests and was the highlight of the property. In addition , we loved breakfast each day at the cafe. Lunch at the beach was yummy too. Our views from our room were incredible and we saw the best sunsets . We were so sad to leave this leg of our trip. We miss the resort but also the top notch staff that became our friends :)). We can’t wait to come back!

Absolute Perfection! We just returned from a week at Nido de Gansos with our family of 4 and our in laws. It was literally the best vacation we have ever taken. The house was beautiful, fully equipped with everything you could need to cook, first aid, wifi, tv, and the most comfortable beds. The views from our house, especially the pool were breathtaking. It has a great view of the ocean beyond the treetops. We had capuchins visit several times and could hear and see howler monkeys and spider monkeys in the nearby trees. I would definitely recommend this house for a family. I was nervous about the infinite pool and patio for my kids (6 and 8yo boys) but it was absolutely perfect and safe. We spent every afternoon in the pool after excursions. The temperature of the water was perfect, as were the views. Our concierge, Fabio, arranged everything, mindful of activity balanced with down time. It was such a pleasure to not have to plan when to arrange everything. He did it all! At the last minute we decided to book a private charter instead of taking the shuttle to and from the San Jose airport. He quickly and seamlessly arranged this and honestly it was a highlight of the trip getting to fly over the mountains and Manuel Antonio in our own private plane after arriving into San Jose. Fabio arranged fantastic meals at Agua Azul (great casual spot with incredible sunset views), Mangata (great food, slightly less casual, same incredible views), lunch at Ronnie’s (great scene, great food, great views) and Le Papillon (romantic, more formal, and the very best view). We also loved going to Cafe Milagro in town for drinks and live music at night. We loved breakfast at Ernie’s and Cafe Tule (highly recommend the breakfast wraps). You can get to many of the restaurants by foot, though some require a cab ($15-20). All the food was so good everywhere we went. Though our very best was our meal at home cooked by private chefs Jose, and his daughter, Noyami (sp). The food, the company, the whole experience was one of the highlights of our trip. The resort has several pools. We loved the family pool. And we loved the beach. It was perfect for boogie boarding. No surfboards or paddle boards allowed. Each of our excursions were 10/10. We did the Waterfall Heaven all day tour. The lunch at the end was such a wonder surprise. The excursion was perfect for everyone in our group from kids to grandparents. There’s plenty of car time, not much walking or hiking. Just make sure to bring towels. We weren’t told to and really wish we had been. We also did surfing lessons- one on one instruction, beautiful beach, and seating available for my in laws who didn’t surf. They were so great with my 8yo son keeping him safe and building his confidence. The Zipline excursion right in town was so much fun for all of us (6-65yo). It was the perfect amount of time. Don’t miss the butterfly garden and crocodile enclosure and don’t miss the cafe. The food and drinks were great with a view above the canopy. The night tour was such a unique and fun experience. My son, the budding nature photographer said this was his favorite. Roy our guide was a wealth of knowledge. We also did the Manuel Antonio park tour and while we loved the beach at the end, possibly the best beach we experienced, with mellow to no waves, we saw just as many animals at Tulemar as we did on our tour. I think if we had done it on the first day we might have enjoyed it more but on the last day the kids were restless and felt they’d already seen all the animals even closer inside the resort. We are already planning our trip back, and we never go back to the same place. There’s nothing I would change about this experience. It was absolute perfection. Notes: sunset is at 5:30 so make sure that’s when you’re having dinner, then it gets dark. We were asleep most nights by 8:30 and up around 5:30 when the sun comes up. Make sure to take sunscreen seriously. We made the mistake of being too casual about it day 1 and we paid for it. The sun is strong there. The hills are no joke. I enjoyed them but my in laws and tired, sunburned kids did not. Take advantage of the shuttle. We often took the shuttle up to the gate and then walked the flat main road to restaurants. Most tours pick you up right at your house or at the front desk. Excursions are seamless.