El Arenal Hotel Guide - Beach Hotels in El Arenal, Playas

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Our top choices for El Arenal beach hotels

On the beach, white sand
Hotel Presidente Beach Playas

Hotel Presidente Beach Playas

Hotel Presidente Beach Playas
3.0 star property
Playas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (33)
"Excellent and very professional staff and nice service. Keep the good work."
United States
Guillermo
The price is €89
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Hotel Presidente Beach Playas
Beach nearby, 10 beach bars
Hostal Maresía

Hostal Maresía

Hostal Maresía
2.5 star property
Posorja
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (4)
Hostal Maresía
On the beach
Hotel La Ría Playas

Hotel La Ría Playas

Hotel La Ría Playas
3.0 star property
Playas
7.6 out of 10, Good, (47)
"Great place to stay "
United States
Alex
The price is €71
31 Jan - 1 Feb 2026
Hotel La Ría Playas
View from property
Playa Paraíso

Playa Paraíso

Playa Paraíso
4.0 star property
Playas
7.4 out of 10, Good, (28)
"Excellent stay. Very nice property; among the best in Playas."
United States
Francisco
The price is €207
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Playa Paraíso
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Karibao Resort Town

Karibao Resort Town

Karibao Resort Town
4.0 star property
Playas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (14)
"Ideal para descansar entre semana y fines de semana teniendo en cuenta una mayor afluencia de personas en general un 8.5/10"
Mexico
wayssan
Karibao Resort Town
On the beach
Cabaña San Andrés

Cabaña San Andrés

Cabaña San Andrés
2.5 star property
Playas
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1)
"buena atencion del señor que nos recibio yen general todo me gusto mucho agradezco las atenciones se los recominedo"
Costa Rica
Fernandita
Cabaña San Andrés
8 outdoor pools
Departamento 1304 Ocean Club Playas

Departamento 1304 Ocean Club Playas

Departamento 1304 Ocean Club Playas
3.0 star property
Playas
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (4)
"excelente departamento, muy bien ubicado, limpio y acogedor y con una vista muy bonita "
Ecuador
Cesar
Departamento 1304 Ocean Club Playas
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top El Arenal Hotel Reviews

Hotel La Ría Playas

Hotel La Ría Playas

6/10 Okay
"Overall, it was an okay experience; we truly didn't even stay the full reservation. The one bad thing is that we couldn't cancel."
sy 2-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
Hotel La Ría Playas

Frequently asked questions

What is El Arenal like for travellers who love the beach?
Reserve your ideal place to stay in El Arenal, which has a lot to offer the traveller planning a beach holiday.
What's the best hotel for a beach holiday in El Arenal?
Playa Paraíso is a top beachfront hotel with 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants, and it's located close to General Villamil Beach .
When's the best time for a beach holiday in El Arenal?
Plan your trip to the beach with a look at weather throughout the year in El Arenal: The hottest months are usually March and February, with an average temperature of 25°C, while the coldest months are August and September, with an average of 22°C. The rainiest months in El Arenal are March, February, April and January, with each month seeing an average of 259 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do around El Arenal?
After checking into your accommodation of choice, you'll probably want to venture out and explore. Discover a variety of local attractions, which include General Villamil Beach and Varadero Beach. For even more to see and do, pay a visit to Estero Lagarto.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in El Arenal?
This travel information can help you get to and around your beach accommodation in El Arenal more easily: The closest major airport is in Guayaquil (GYE-Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl.), located 48.9 mi (78.7 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.