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.

Beach, jungle and beautiful full service resort! We are a couple who visited for 10 days in Jan/Feb and stayed in a one bedroom villa (309). This was our first time in Costa Rica and we loved that the resort had both jungle and (lovely) beach which we visited every day. Like others have written, we saw all kinds of animals from our balcony (sloths, monkeys, iguana, toucan). The villa was comfortable and private – we barely heard the people below us and only when they were outside. We only did one tour – to the park- which we recommend because our guide Daniel was so knowledgeable and friendly. And we never would have spotted many of the animals he showed us. There is a grocery store 5 minutes away and we did a mix of cooking simply meals on our own and eating at the resort restaurants. Both the cafe and Victoria’s are very good. Shout out to our wonderful concierge, Jorge, who took great care of us. We highly recommend Tulemar!

Top Resort – we will return We stayed at Tulemar in a two-bedroom villa, and it was absolutely spectacular. The villa had breathtaking views of both the ocean and the jungle. Our unit was very private (privacy does vary by unit), which made the experience even more special. The covered veranda was spacious and beautifully set up, with comfortable seating, a dedicated dining area, and a fantastic hot/cold soaking tub—perfect whether you want to relax or cool off. Wildlife was everywhere. Monkeys visited our deck regularly, macaws flew past, and we saw sloths, iguanas, toucans, and more. Friends who visited the nearby national park actually commented that they saw more wildlife on the Tulemar property than in the park itself. The beach is stunning—safe for families, with warm water (around 88°F) and great waves to keep kids entertained on boogie boards all day. David, the beach concierge, was fantastic. He set up chairs and umbrellas for us daily and provided equipment as needed (boogie boards, kayaks, etc.). The only suggestion would be to add a couple of beginner surfboards to the available equipment. There are two ways to get to the beach from the villas: shuttle or walking. Anyone with mobility issues will struggle with both. Even after the shuttle, there is still about a 100-meter walk that is steep with slippery gravel—my kids slipped a few times. Overall, this is not an ideal property for elderly guests or anyone with mobility challenges due to the many steps and hills. Our personal concierge, Freddy, was hands down the best concierge we have ever experienced. We were greeted at the gate and taken directly to our villa—no lobby check-in. We were welcomed with drinks, cool towels, and staff introductions. Throughout our stay, Freddy checked in regularly, placed take-out orders for us, brought complimentary aloe vera when the kids got sunburned, delivered fresh baked treats and cut fruit, and kept the villa filled with flowers. The level of service was truly exceptional and unlike anything we’ve experienced before. One important note: not all units include this VIP concierge service. We stayed in Unit 412, while friends stayed in Unit 414. We paid the same price and booked through the same website, but their unit was managed by a different company, and the difference in service was night and day. When booking, make sure you are getting the VIP concierge service—and request Freddy if possible. It costs no more and completely transforms the experience. We will absolutely return.

We love Tulemar’s Sunset Hideaway Amazing full service resort with villas and private luxury homes … and a great fulll service beach with David the lifeguard and the most beautiful sunsets you can imagine

Beautiful area in Costa Rica This resort is beautiful. Also the staff are honestly so kind, and so willing to help you have the best vacation ever. The shuttle service is quick, they know about the area restaurants for recommendations etc. The beach is pretty and we ordered lunch and ate down there. It gets a little small at high tide but very large at low tide. (This also affects when you can kayak). Jorge helped us with everything! His service was fantastic with quick responses. We were 3 couples that stayed in a house in the resort. Saw monkeys, Macaws and Toucans nearly every day from our balcony.

DO NOT stay at unit 414 To start with Tulemar is an amazing place. We have been to Costa Rica many times and this is the best place we have ever stayed and the wildlife on the property is better than we have seen anywhere (including in the national park). I am writing this post as a helpful tip I wish we knew before booking. The units are owner owned and owners hire different property management agencies to run their properties. Some owners hire (and pay for) better agencies than others. The difference in your stay is significant. We went with our friends and booked identical properties for identical prices for each of our families. While our friends property came with a personalized welcome with drinks and cold towels, fresh flowers throughout the rental, hair conditioner, moisturizer, surprise fresh baked brownies in the morning, cut up fresh fruit in the afternoon, laundry services, aloe dropped off for sun burns and a private golf cart service to move them around the property, our property came with NONE OF THIS. When we asked for hair conditioner we were told we can go buy it at the grocery store. Again, we paid the exact same price as our friends rental. In closing, stay at Tulemar for sure but make sure you request the VIP property service (ask for Freddie who is the person who did all the above for our friends) and you will not only stay at an amazing property but also get the white glove service treatment as well.

Unforgettable family vacation This place is pure paradise. Lush vegetation, amazing views, private beach, friendly service. So much wildlife! We had monkeys visit our balcony daily.

Beautiful views What a beautiful place with excellent service. Really, everything you need, from a convenience store, restaurants, and a shuttle to the private beach. From the beach, you can order food and drinks, enjoy kayaks and boogie boards, all in a protected, clean area. We enjoyed the monkeys and Macaws that flew over several times a day. Luis, our concierge, was available for our needs with a quick reply. Really no need to leave the resort, but if you do, there are several restaurants within walking distance. Keep in mind the drive to the beach is very steep, and you will need the shuttle. Every time we called, they arrived within 10 minutes.

Tulemar Vacation Had a great stay at Tulemar. Lots of wildlife and nice beaches. The shuttle drivers were so nice and accommodating!

Paradise on Earth Everyone is a VIP at Tulemar! 10 of us spent a week at Casa de Frutas in early November. VIP service lead by Concierge Chris and his team of Yadira, Oscar and Tony – unparalleled 5-star treatment! Cannot imagine planning this dream vacation without Chris. His service began months before we ever touched down in Costa Rica. Adventures were recommended and booked, transportation reserved, private chef meal organized, groceries delivered and all questions answered prior to our arrival. Every day we were pampered by Chris, Yadira, Oscar and Tony with exceptional service, food, floral arrangements, housekeeping, and laundry. Definitely miss those fresh fruit juices and scrumptious baked goods! Our group enjoyed arrangements made by Chris for waterfall tour, afternoon boat ride and canyoning tour. Sloth tour at Tulemar was so informative and helped us spot them throughout our stay. So grateful for advice of team to not overbook and remember to enjoy amenities of Tulemar: wildlife, beach, kayaking, pools, etc. Probably our favorite adventure was relaxing on the balcony enjoying coffee in the morning or happy hour in the evening while being entertained by the abundance of wildlife including monkeys, sloths and macaws and toucans. Needless to say, Tulemar was a trip of a lifetime and one we will find hard to match unless we return. Pura Vida

Casa Del Mar almost heaven Tulemar is a magical place! It has a beautiful private beach, the Tule Cafe has good food & drinks. You can eat in & watch the sunset or have it delivered to the beach or your villa. The villa Del Mar was perfect with a wonderful view. It was clean & beds were so comfortable. All rooms had A/C & ceiling fans. Scarlett Macaws flew by every day. Freddy was the best concierge! We arrived on my birthday & he & our housekeeper, Ariel, presented me with a cake & balloons! Freddy arranged a private guided tour of Manuel Antonio National Park lead by Ivan that was a highlight to our visit. We highly recommend the Tulemar morning sloth tour presented by the Tulemar Sloth Institute as we would never have seen so many sloths without this! You know it’s a wonderful place when you are discussing a return visit before you have finished the current visit. Also, recommend the Monarca cafe as the food is excellent & so fun to eat with the butterflies! Shout out the the Tulemar shuttle drivers as they made moving around the resort quick & easy & make sure you bring a lot of $1 so you can tip them as they work long & hard! Also a shout out to David who took excellent care of us at the beach & be sure to tip him as well!