Tulemar Resort
Tulemar Gardens, Manuel Antonio, Quepos 60601 Costa Rica
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#2 of 47 hotels in Manuel Antonio
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2023 Travelers' Choice Best of the Best
Tulemar Resort is a full service resort set in the peaceful 33-acre gated and secure Tulemar Gardens Condominium. A wide variety of standalone accommodations are available for our guests, including the famed Tulemar Bungalows & Villas, as well as our luxurious 1, 2, and 3 bedroom Buena Vista Luxury Villas. The property itself is spectacular, nestled in a lush rainforest overlooking the beautiful Manuel Antonio coastline. Surrounded by nature, Tulemar Resort features incredible gardens, walking paths, thriving wildlife, and the ONLY exclusive sandy beach in the region. At Tulemar Resort you will enjoy the luxury and privacy of your very own villa, along with the amenities of a high end resort, including concierge service, daily maid service, 4 swimming pools, beach bar, spa services, tour desk, and the best sunset bar and restaurant in town. We invite you to review our website for photos and details, then book one of these magnificent villas or bungalows and experience the most unforgettable vacation of your life!
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Bar / lounge
Beach
Hiking
Airport transportation
Spa
Secured parking
Wifi
Hot tub
Pool / beach towels
Infinity pool
Pool with view
Adult pool
Outdoor pool
Private pool
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Kids' meals
Special diet menus
Poolside bar
Fishing
Shuttle bus service
Car hire
Taxi service
Couples massage
Facial treatments
Foot massage
Full body massage
Head massage
Massage
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Concierge
Gift shop
Non-smoking hotel
Picnic area
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun terrace
Sun umbrellas
Butler service
24-hour front desk
Private check-in / check-out
Clothes dryer
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
Ironing service
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Allergy-free room
Air conditioning
Private beach
Additional bathroom
Housekeeping
Coffee / tea maker
Kitchenette
Flatscreen TV
Private balcony
Room service
Safe
Seating area
Telephone
VIP room facilities
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Microwave
Minibar
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Ocean view
Non-smoking rooms
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Family rooms
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Grade: 89 out of 100
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I loved the resort! Everything was just amazing from Laura, the concierge, to David down at the beach, to the entire staff and all the food, and the amazing view of the jungle! I cannot recommend enough! Laura was beyond helpful, she made sure every detail was taken care of, and made everything so easy to book and visit.
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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We had a beautiful stay at Tulemar! I went with my mom and sister. I would definitely recommend it to friends and family. It was very safe and clean. And this is coming from someone who only grew up going to Ritz-Carltons. The property was gorgeous - it felt like we were in the middle of the jungle - I think that’s because we were. Given that we were in the middle of the jungle, I thought it would be really loud with lots of animals/birds, but it was very quiet! I was able to sleep very peacefully. Also, there weren’t any mosquitos! That was my biggest concern prior to going. I took deet just in case, but I didn’t even use it while there. We went during the dry season, so I am not sure if that made a difference. Our concierge, Miguel, was great. He greeted us upon arrival and gave us a tour of the property. He even pointed out a sloth on the way to our room. When we arrived to our room, there were little squirrel monkeys on our balcony to greet us! During our stay, we actually saw three different types of monkeys (capuchin, squirrel, and howler) right on the property. I also saw toucans and scarlet macaws as well! It was great! We saw more wildlife at Tulemar than we did in the national park. It was very beautiful. The staff was awesome! I actually miss them. Miguel was always available within seconds. One day we went to Manuel Antonino national park. We needed a ride back from the park, and Miguel answered my text immediately and a taxi was there to pick us up within minutes. One of the shuttle drivers, Nacho, offered to drive us back to our room even after 10pm (after the shuttle service had ended m for the night). Jorge was also a really pleasant and kind shuttle driver. He even helped me with my Spanish! David was a great beach attendant. He always got our chairs and positioned our umbrellas perfectly. Chris, Juan, and David were great bartenders/servers. They also helped me with my Spanish! Everyone was so friendly and great, it definitely made the trip more memorable and enjoyable. The tule cafe had really tasty food and was reasonably priced. We would always watch m the sunset from the infinity pool at the Tule Café. The sunsets there were breathtaking - the most beautiful I’d ever seen. And I’ve been to Hawaii, Florida, California, the Caribbean, etc. I’d definitely go back. I miss it there. …
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Pura Vida Karen, thank you for your 5 stars and for staying with us at Tulemarresort! Guest usually see more animals in Tulemar than in MA national park simply for the fact that it is not as heavily trafficked. Tule Cafe is probably the best place in MA to watch the sunset and it usually doesn't disappoint! We know you enjoyed simply from your excellent name recall; it means a lot to us! Pura Vida, Chris at TripAdvisor's 2022 #1 Hotel in the World
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Amy M wrote a review May 2023
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Everything at Tulemar was excellent. Our concierge Orlando made us feel at home, like family. Every detail was cared for. From making dinner reservations for us (and securing the best tables), to coordinating activities (fishing excursion and private beach picnic where our catch was cooked and served) and even taking us on a private nature walk to see wildlife (so many sloths!!!)… Orlando even stocked our villa kitchen with our favorite foods and some local goodies before we arrived. Tulemar does it all just right. It’s not overdone; however I am a discerning traveler and I felt the accommodations were perfect for our family. We stayed in the updated villa, and loved sitting on our private patio/balcony and watching the boats and macaws and monkeys each day. Tulemar is a little slice of heaven. We can’t wait to go back! …
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Date of stay: April 2023
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My wife and I just returned from our honeymoon trip to Manuel Antonio and I had to write a review. Our experience at Tulemar was terrific from start to finish. Everyone who works there was so kind and accommodating. We stayed in the Standard Mini Suite. Jose made sure our room was always spotless. Our concierge, Alex, provided excellent recommendations and took care of many of the logistics of our trip. The shuttle service drivers were awesome; we so appreciate you. We are planning to return next year with our family or friends. Do not hesitate to book with Tulemar!
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Wow where to start absolutely amazing. The staff: Miguel our concierge was absolutely the best. We came as a group of 7 people. And Miguel delt with my father in law for over an year. He planned 11 different tours/adventures from 2 to all 7 of us. From ziplining, jet ski, ATV, catamaran tour, fishing charter and more. All of which exceeded our expectations. Miguel was very attentive with our questions and got right back with answers. Our housekeeper Jenny kept our Villa spotless, fresh towels and sheets every day. Our maintenance man Johnathan kept the yard and pool absolutely beautiful. An air conditioner went out and he was there within minutes to fix it. He also fixed(rewired) the living room fan to get that working again. The 4 shuttle drivers that drive you around the property were the best. So friendly, kind and courteous. They would open the door for you whenever they stopped. And the restaurant staff were the best also. We mostly did room service and they were spot on. The food from both restaurants was absolutely amazing never a bad item, never leftovers. We even had a private chef cook our last meal there. And what an experience that was. Full 5 course meal that words can't explain. Now property: again it blew us all away way better than anyone was expecting. Don't think could count the amount of wildlife we saw. From the 8 sloths we saw on the property. The one that was in our backyard that over the course of 3 days kept getting lower in the trees until it was about chest high. We could of reached out and touched it. But we knew better than doing that. Every morning at 6 the two macaw's would fly by signaling to the white faced capuchins AKA Mafia monkeys and the spider monkeys to come out and play in the trees. The private beach was beyond amazing with food service, towel service and the boogie boards. What a blast. This place is the best. We were there for 7 days but it only took to the second day before we booked the villa for the next year. We stayed at the Tule Villa.…
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Date of stay: May 2023
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Had a fantastic vacation at Tulemar with my wife and 3 daughters (14, 13, 10). Beautiful resort and a fun town to explore. Orlando and his team were first class - exceptional service. Saw tons of wildlife, went horseback riding and zip lining, and relaxed on the private beach.
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Date of stay: April 2023
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Pura Vida Josh! Thank you for the 5 stars and for spending your family vacation with us at Tulemarresort! Perfect vacation for Tweens and teens alike... outside doing things instead of on devices! Pura Vida, Chris at TripAdvisor's 2022 #1 Hotel in the World
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The Tulamar was amazing. From the beautiful ocean view villas… to the beach.. to the pool… it was perfect. The monkeys swinging across the balcony were fun to watch and the staff were always on the ready to point out where the sloths were hanging out. 5 out of 5 stars for Orlando, our concierge, who took take of everything! He helped make our trip extra special scheduling excursions, giving us a sloth tour, arranging dinner every night, and so much more! Dave at the beach was super helpful setting up chairs & shade for us and assisting with lunch orders. Kathia and the housekeeping staff kept our villa spotless. And special thanks to Harold who was always just a call away to pick us up and give us a lift around the resort. The resort trip was magical. Can’t wait to return. …
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Date of stay: April 2023
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Thank you Robin for your 5 stars and for staying with us at Tulemarresort. We're grateful to have provided a "magical" trip for you and yours! We look forward to having you back! Pura Vida, Chris at TripAdvisor's 2022 #1 Hotel in the World
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Our family had the most delightful visit to Tulemar Resort! The customer service from every staff member was exceptional—so friendly and helpful! We enjoyed the restaurants at the resort—both dining in & room service delivered to our house or our lounge chairs on the beach—and the food was fresh and delicious. Orlando was a wonderful concierge, and he assisted us with booking several daytime outings—surfing, national park tour, keep safari tour, sailing, sloth walk, etc—as well as dinner reservations each night. His recommendations were always spot on! He was so warm and personable and quick to assist with anything that came up throughout our stay. We saw so many different types of wild life—monkeys, sloths, macaws, iguanas, frogs—which was definitely a highlight for our kids. Truly mind-blowing! We would definitely recommend Tulemar resort to our friends and family and would certainly return in a heartbeat! …
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Date of stay: April 2023
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Thank you Meredith for your 5 stars and for vacationing with us at Tulemarresort! Always hard to say which one attribute makes our resort so appealing, but the two most often mentioned are all the animals and the over the top service. We're grateful for our location and our incredible people! Thanks again and we hope to host you again! Pura Vida, Chris at TripAdvisor's 2022 #1 Hotel in the World
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The Tulemar was fantastic! The grounds were beautiful and there were monkeys and sloths aplenty! Such a fun experience to watch the wildlife so close up. The accommodations were spacious and perfect for our group of 8. Orlando was our concierge and made sure that we were taken care of for the duration of our stay. From booking excursions, to cabs and dinner reservations he was amazing. He had great suggestions and never disappointed. He also took us in a guided tour of the property and pointed out some wildlife we would not have seen otherwise. I would highly recommend Tulemar and I hope when you go you are fortunate enough to have Orlando as your concierge. Pura Vida!
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Date of stay: April 2023
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Thank you Kerri for your 5 stars and for choosing Tulemarresort for your vacation. Yes, monkeys and sloths are very abundant within the gates of Tulemarresort! Beyond that excellent service, food, private beach and accommodations with great views! We hope to host you again Kerri! Pura Vida, Chris at TripAdvisor's 2022 #1 Hotel in the World
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Dear Miguel Buenos Dias!! Had to let you know that the Murphy family had the best family vacation "EVER" while staying at the Tule Villa- Tulemar Resort. I believe the services and support that you and your staff provided were instrumental in our enjoyment. Everyone I have spoken with since our return home (family and friends) have heard about our great experiences with the tours and adventures that you helped coordinate, about the quality and variety of the food prepared at the Cafe and Victoria"s and about the great services provided by the resort. I wouldn't be surprised if some of them visit Costa Rica in the near future. We are looking forward to our 2024 vacation to the Tule Villa and working with you as we plan our trip. A heartfelt thanks to you and your staff. Keep up the great work. The Murphy Family…
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Date of stay: May 2023
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Pura Vida Murphys! thank you for your 5 stars and for choosing Tulemarresort for your family vacation! Thank you Miguel for all your hard work. Murphys, we look forward to hosting you again next year! Pura Vida, Chris at TripAdvisor's 2022 #1 Hotel in the World
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PRICE RANGE
$368 - $779 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
buena vista luxury villas hotel manuel antonio national park, buena vista hotel and casas
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
Buena Vista Luxury Villas
LOCATION
Costa RicaProvince of PuntarenasQueposManuel Antonio
NUMBER OF ROOMS
38
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Frequently Asked Questions about Tulemar Resort
Which popular attractions are close to Tulemar Resort?
Nearby attractions include Tropical Waterfalls Tour (0.2 miles), Club Karma Lounge (0.05 miles), and Henry Tours Costa Rica (0.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Tulemar Resort?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at Tulemar Resort?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, a minibar, and air conditioning.
What food & drink options are available at Tulemar Resort?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and a poolside bar during their stay.
Is parking available at Tulemar Resort?
Yes, free parking and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Tulemar Resort?
Conveniently located restaurants include Namaste Indian Restaurant, Manuel Antonio Falafel Bar, and Ape Eclectic Social Bar.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Tulemar Resort?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Does Tulemar Resort have an airport shuttle?
Yes, Tulemar Resort offers an airport shuttle for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Does Tulemar Resort have airport transportation?
Yes, Tulemar Resort offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Is Tulemar Resort located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.2 miles away from the center of Manuel Antonio.
Are any cleaning services offered at Tulemar Resort?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.