Established in Mexico and the Caribbean, AMResorts recently turned its eyes to the Central American nation of Costa Rica, opening two five-star resorts in the past 18 months.

Located in the Guanacaste region near Liberia International Airport (LIR) adults-only Secrets Papagayo Resort and family-friendly Dreams Las Mareas Resort both have many lures for visitors. Here are 10 tips to convince a traveller to choose one of these properties for their next holiday:

At both resorts, the Preferred Club offers guests a private VIP lounge with indoor and outdoor space, continental breakfast, afternoon snacks, a private bar and concierge to help with any needs on resort.

For those travellers who like to be on the beach, Secrets Papagayo offers the lively side with snorkeling and kayaking and the quiet side, for lounging or napping in a hammock, both on a black sand beach.