Royal Grand Resorts

Royal Grand Resorts sits on Costa Rica's Pacific coast in Manuel Antonio, where rainforest meets ocean and wildlife fills the canopy above.

Designed exclusively for gay men, the resort's 30 king-bedded rooms come with plush robes, an in-room safe, a fridge, and a coffee maker as standard. The heart of the property is a clothing-optional pool with a swim-up bar, hot tub, and a full-service lounge. All guests get free breakfast at the resort when staying.

Dining takes place in a restaurant serving locally sourced food, with a live-edge bar counter seating ten; on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings, the space transforms into a nightclub with a resident DJ until 2 am.

A dedicated play area offers steam room, sauna, and hot tub facilities. Beyond the property, the resort organises excursions into the surrounding landscape: guided rainforest hikes, snorkelling trips, zip-lining, white water rafting, ATV adventures to hidden waterfalls, wildlife trails, parasailing, and sunset booze cruises on the Pacific.