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to the rainforest and the ocean. The other villas and studios are air-conditioned and en-
closed, though they draw upon the same minimalistic, Eastern-infused design schemes.
The grounds are also home to a beautiful infinity pool and Jacuzzi, both offering superb
views out to sea, as well as a series of flawless Japanese gardens in which you can stroll
and reflect on the beauty of your surroundings. And, if you're still not impressed, you can
access a private beach by taking the 552 steps down the side of the mountain - bliss! Note
that guests must be 16 or older.
Hotel Costa Verde HOTEL
( MAP GOOGLE MAP ; 2777-0584; www.costaverde.com ; efficiency units/studios from US$130/
168, Boeing 727 fuselage home US$565; )
The collection of comfortable rooms and studios at Costa Verde occupy a verdant setting
frequented by troops of monkeys. Efficiency units incorporating teak trim and furnishings
are attractively tiled and face the encroaching forest, while more expensive studios have
full ocean views. But the most coveted accommodation is the airplane-tree-house hybrid
made out of a decommissioned Boeing 727 fuselage.
The 727, which juts out of the jungle in the most surreal way, has two bedrooms with
three queen-sized beds, two bathrooms, kitchenette and private terrace. The owners of
Costa Verde are also the masterminds behind several eateries along the road to Manuel
Antonio, including El AviĆ³n bar (also fashioned from a retired fuselage).
Arenas del Mar BOUTIQUE HOTEL
( MAP GOOGLE MAP ;
2777-2777; www.arenasdelmar.com ; r incl breakfast US$350-825;
)
This visually arresting hotel and resort complex is consistently shortlisted among Costa
Rica's finest upscale hotels. Despite the extent and breadth of the grounds, there are only
40 rooms, which ensures an unmatched degree of personal service and privacy. It has won
numerous ecotourism awards since its establishment and was designed to incorporate the
beauty of the natural landscape.
In short, the overall effect is breathtaking, especially when you're staring down the
coastline from the lofty heights of your private open-air Jacuzzi.
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