"Everything was very accessible. The views are out of this world and you can literally see animals from the restaurant balcony. Beautiful hanging bridges and trails around as well. Overall very upscale and nice feeling hotel with some of the friendliest and most attentive staff I’ve encountered. Highly recommend if you’re visiting Manuel Antonio. "
"Everything was very accessible. The views are out of this world and you can literally see animals from the restaurant balcony. Beautiful hanging bridges and trails around as well. Overall very upscale and nice feeling hotel with some of the friendliest and most attentive staff I’ve encountered. Highly recommend if you’re visiting Manuel Antonio. "
"Excellent location. It’s situated in between Manuel Antonio national park and the town Quepos. There’s a food hall called Merkadeto. Lots of food selections and there’s a live acoustic music and dancing on Tuesday night. The villa is well maintained with a nice pool. Highly recommended."
"Excellent location. It’s situated in between Manuel Antonio national park and the town Quepos. There’s a food hall called Merkadeto. Lots of food selections and there’s a live acoustic music and dancing on Tuesday night. The villa is well maintained with a nice pool. Highly recommended."
"Ecotica was beautiful integrated into the jungle, very nice pool lounge area, the breakfast and bar were amazing, and the rooms very comfortable and clean. This is away from the Manuel antonio downtown area which was much nicer and peaceful. Would definitely come back."
"Ecotica was beautiful integrated into the jungle, very nice pool lounge area, the breakfast and bar were amazing, and the rooms very comfortable and clean. This is away from the Manuel antonio downtown area which was much nicer and peaceful. Would definitely come back."
"What a view! Moring coffee on your balcony is like sitting in a live video of National Geographic! Monkeys, birds, ocean, pure beauty! The staff, especially Jose, was very helpful with bookings. We would defiantly book again."
"What a view! Moring coffee on your balcony is like sitting in a live video of National Geographic! Monkeys, birds, ocean, pure beauty! The staff, especially Jose, was very helpful with bookings. We would defiantly book again."
"Absolutely beautiful property! The hotel staff was extremely welcoming and helpful. The rooms were great, and beds very comfortable. It was right in the middle of Manuel Antonio. Great value for the price we paid."
"Absolutely beautiful property! The hotel staff was extremely welcoming and helpful. The rooms were great, and beds very comfortable. It was right in the middle of Manuel Antonio. Great value for the price we paid."
"I can’t rave about this resort enough!! If you are a wildlife person than this resort is for YOU! We seen 3 different breeds of monkeys, coati,agouti and many more animals than I can list. And it was all from our balcony! The staff were amazing and very helpful! Big shout out to Javier!! He was a huge help in arranging dinner reservations, activities as well as just overall service at the resort! We will definitely be coming back again and I would strongly recommend this resort to anyone!! 10/10"
"I can’t rave about this resort enough!! If you are a wildlife person than this resort is for YOU! We seen 3 different breeds of monkeys, coati,agouti and many more animals than I can list. And it was all from our balcony! The staff were amazing and very helpful! Big shout out to Javier!! He was a huge help in arranging dinner reservations, activities as well as just overall service at the resort! We will definitely be coming back again and I would strongly recommend this resort to anyone!! 10/10"
"La Mariposa was a wonderful experience from my wife and I. The highest point looking out at the Pacific Ocean in Manuel Antonio. Stunning Views and vast wildlife. The view from the rooms was exceptional. Friendly and welcoming staff. The property has a swim up pool bar on the top floor that outlooks the ocean and an infinity pool on the lower floor. We loved every minute we spent and wish we had booked for more. I will be back to La mariposa every time I visit Manuel Antonio. Also the free...
"La Mariposa was a wonderful experience from my wife and I. The highest point looking out at the Pacific Ocean in Manuel Antonio. Stunning Views and vast wildlife. The view from the rooms was exceptional. Friendly and welcoming staff. The property has a swim up pool bar on the top floor that outlooks the ocean and an infinity pool on the lower floor. We loved every minute we spent and wish we had booked for more. I will be back to La mariposa every time I visit Manuel Antonio. Also the free...
"A very suitable place to stay in Manuel Antonio. Convenient beach access and within easy walking distance to good restaurants. We saw several monkeys while around the pool one day. The on-site food is a little pricey, but they open pretty early which was helpful for us one morning. It was nice to be able to organize transport back to San Jose directly with the hotel (pay in cash to save on taxes!)."
"A very suitable place to stay in Manuel Antonio. Convenient beach access and within easy walking distance to good restaurants. We saw several monkeys while around the pool one day. The on-site food is a little pricey, but they open pretty early which was helpful for us one morning. It was nice to be able to organize transport back to San Jose directly with the hotel (pay in cash to save on taxes!)."
"Great property, great staff, Jose was our concierge. He was excellent. Johnny was helpful at the pool and Ricardo did a great job in the restaurant. Staff pointed some amazing animals for us and we saw beautiful views of macaws and sloths. Clarence’s tour of the property was incredible and extremely informative."
"Great property, great staff, Jose was our concierge. He was excellent. Johnny was helpful at the pool and Ricardo did a great job in the restaurant. Staff pointed some amazing animals for us and we saw beautiful views of macaws and sloths. Clarence’s tour of the property was incredible and extremely informative."
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Manuel Antonio Beach
9.4/10 (3,011 reviews)
If want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to Manuel Antonio Beach, located 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from central Quepos. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Playa Espadilla Sur and Playa Gemelas, both within a short walk.
If you can't wait to get to the beach, you might enjoy a trip to Biesanz Beach located 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from central Quepos. Catch the sunset by the shore at Pará Beach, just a short walk away.
If being by the water is a major draw, Playa Espadilla is a spot you might want to check out, located 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from central Quepos. Catch the sunset by the shore at Playa Espadilla Sur, just a short walk away.
If you can't wait to get to the beach, you might enjoy a trip to Playa Puerto Escondido located 3.8 mi (6.2 km) from central Quepos. Catch the sunset by the shore at Playa Gemelas, just a short walk away.
When the beach is calling your name, you might want to head down to Playa Espadilla Sur, located 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from central Quepos. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Manuel Antonio Beach and Playa Espadilla, both within a short walk.
We absolutely loved our stay at Ronny’s! Just off the main road, it felt private and safe. The staff were incredibly friendly and made sure we had everything we needed.
The rooms are clean and on the smaller side, as advertised, which was completely fine for us. The restaurant serves as the main hub of activity, with the rooms just across the way. This isn’t a traditional hotel setup with a lobby or gym, but that’s part of the charm. Coming back from the beach and heading straight to your room...
We absolutely loved our stay at Ronny’s! Just off the main road, it felt private and safe. The staff were incredibly friendly and made sure we had everything we needed.
The rooms are clean and on the smaller side, as advertised, which was completely fine for us. The restaurant serves as the main hub of activity, with the rooms just across the way. This isn’t a traditional hotel setup with a lobby or gym, but that’s part of the charm. Coming back from the beach and heading straight to your room...
Eliana
Reviewed February 21, 2026Reviewed February 21, 2026
I gave this 5 stars because I have no doubt this was the best property in the area. The views are incredible and you are looking at the ocean while you are in the jungle. The free breakfast was a highlight for our family as we all spent time together eating both local and (US) standards. The dinners were equally delicious. To our surprise, the gift shop prices were very reasonable. That said, if you are expecting the kind of 5 star hotel you see in the States you might be disappointed. You might...
I gave this 5 stars because I have no doubt this was the best property in the area. The views are incredible and you are looking at the ocean while you are in the jungle. The free breakfast was a highlight for our family as we all spent time together eating both local and (US) standards. The dinners were equally delicious. To our surprise, the gift shop prices were very reasonable. That said, if you are expecting the kind of 5 star hotel you see in the States you might be disappointed. You might...
If I could give Gaia 10 stars, I would. The customer service is truly outstanding.
We were a family of four, and after a 4-hour plane ride, a 2-hour customs line, and a 3½-hour drive from San José Airport, we arrived at the hotel completely exhausted. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with warmth and care. Friendly staff immediately took our luggage and transported us by golf cart to the lobby, where four fresh fruit drinks were waiting for us. I was introduced to my concierge,...
If I could give Gaia 10 stars, I would. The customer service is truly outstanding.
We were a family of four, and after a 4-hour plane ride, a 2-hour customs line, and a 3½-hour drive from San José Airport, we arrived at the hotel completely exhausted. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with warmth and care. Friendly staff immediately took our luggage and transported us by golf cart to the lobby, where four fresh fruit drinks were waiting for us. I was introduced to my concierge,...
Lucy Milagros
Reviewed December 28, 2025Reviewed December 28, 2025
From check in to check out, by far, this is the best Boutique Hotel in Manuel Antonio. Once you arrived, after a long drive from the airport, their friendly staff helps you settle into that “Pura Vida state of mind”
Large modern clean rooms with high ceilings and comfortable beds, oh and smart too. About the gardens and the swimming pool..?! Treat your self and book a room at this beautiful place!
And please be nice to the staff!
From check in to check out, by far, this is the best Boutique Hotel in Manuel Antonio. Once you arrived, after a long drive from the airport, their friendly staff helps you settle into that “Pura Vida state of mind”
Large modern clean rooms with high ceilings and comfortable beds, oh and smart too. About the gardens and the swimming pool..?! Treat your self and book a room at this beautiful place!
And please be nice to the staff!
Where do i start!! Absolutely love our stay at this hotel within the staff Moses at the bar. He was absolutely wonderful. Check-in was very easy. We had a grand bungalow and our room was phenomenal. Housekeeping was very clean. We’re around a lot of different restaurants five minutes away from the national park it was one great experience. There are a lot of animals and monkeys around in our hotel which was a plus my mom was at another hotel nearby and there wasn’t a lot of animals to see around...
Where do i start!! Absolutely love our stay at this hotel within the staff Moses at the bar. He was absolutely wonderful. Check-in was very easy. We had a grand bungalow and our room was phenomenal. Housekeeping was very clean. We’re around a lot of different restaurants five minutes away from the national park it was one great experience. There are a lot of animals and monkeys around in our hotel which was a plus my mom was at another hotel nearby and there wasn’t a lot of animals to see around...
Our Room was more like a suite with kitchenette, small sitting area and huge shower.
Breakfast was amazing... Better than in the "fancy" =expensive hotel we moved to.
Good location between towns of quepos and Manuel Antonio !!!
Would definitley go back.
Our Room was more like a suite with kitchenette, small sitting area and huge shower.
Breakfast was amazing... Better than in the "fancy" =expensive hotel we moved to.
Good location between towns of quepos and Manuel Antonio !!!
Would definitley go back.
carmela
Reviewed February 16, 2016Reviewed February 16, 2016
Amazing property! Lots of wildlife to be seen. Beautiful beach! Concierge Laura available via text and was super helpful. Better guidance at checkin would help - how to use safe, convenience store, pool locations…
Good restaurants within easy walk.
Amazing property! Lots of wildlife to be seen. Beautiful beach! Concierge Laura available via text and was super helpful. Better guidance at checkin would help - how to use safe, convenience store, pool locations…
Good restaurants within easy walk.
Cherie
Reviewed February 18, 2023Reviewed February 18, 2023
This was a lovely resort. We stayed in the vista suites building. There was an adults only pool with a waterfall adjacent and many times no one was in it. The ground are so spacious that there was always room. We played miniature golf without waiting and many times were on the trail with no one around. It was lovely, and the breakfast was fresh and abundant. The service was also friendly and quick. There are sloths that live in the mango trees by the pool. They were always there. We saw...
This was a lovely resort. We stayed in the vista suites building. There was an adults only pool with a waterfall adjacent and many times no one was in it. The ground are so spacious that there was always room. We played miniature golf without waiting and many times were on the trail with no one around. It was lovely, and the breakfast was fresh and abundant. The service was also friendly and quick. There are sloths that live in the mango trees by the pool. They were always there. We saw...
The staff at the hotel was amazing - so helpful and friendly. Our rooms were cleaned daily with a different little animal made from towels each day. The pool was warm and clean, and we watched the monkeys play in the trees and toucans and macaws fly around. Walkable to the beach, many restaurants, shops, and Manuel Antonio national park. I would definitely stay there again
The staff at the hotel was amazing - so helpful and friendly. Our rooms were cleaned daily with a different little animal made from towels each day. The pool was warm and clean, and we watched the monkeys play in the trees and toucans and macaws fly around. Walkable to the beach, many restaurants, shops, and Manuel Antonio national park. I would definitely stay there again
This place is an absolute gem. Just a few minutes drive away from the busy main road . It offers majestic 360 views, serene atmosphere, wonderful stuff, and an amazing private park with trails, hanging bridges and wildlife. My kids loved it! The property is clean and offers privacy. We hope to return. 🌴🙂
This place is an absolute gem. Just a few minutes drive away from the busy main road . It offers majestic 360 views, serene atmosphere, wonderful stuff, and an amazing private park with trails, hanging bridges and wildlife. My kids loved it! The property is clean and offers privacy. We hope to return. 🌴🙂
What a beautiful hotel overlooking the jungle and the ocean. Very close to shops and restaurants. Breakfast was delicious. Our only complaint is the hot tub was only like warm.
What a beautiful hotel overlooking the jungle and the ocean. Very close to shops and restaurants. Breakfast was delicious. Our only complaint is the hot tub was only like warm.
Everything about Hotel Makanda was perfect. We looked at a ton of pictures of the property before we left for our trip, but they didn't do it justice. We were very impressed with the attention to detail on every design aspect of the property.
Everything about Hotel Makanda was perfect. We looked at a ton of pictures of the property before we left for our trip, but they didn't do it justice. We were very impressed with the attention to detail on every design aspect of the property.
Beautiful surroundings; our room was secluded and in the midst of what appeared to be a jungle/forest. we relaxed in a hammock on our patio while we saw birds, lizards and monkeys. the pool was refreshing and enhanced by the daily happy hour two for one specials which were well crafted. staff was attentive and friendly and the restaurant had good selections.
Beautiful surroundings; our room was secluded and in the midst of what appeared to be a jungle/forest. we relaxed in a hammock on our patio while we saw birds, lizards and monkeys. the pool was refreshing and enhanced by the daily happy hour two for one specials which were well crafted. staff was attentive and friendly and the restaurant had good selections.
peter
Reviewed February 17, 2017Reviewed February 17, 2017
My wife and I spent a wonderful two nights at this resort. We got there late the first night and the staff was very helpful in checking us in and planning the next days activities. We enjoyed a late dinner out on the patio overlooking the ocean. Our room was very spacious and immaculate. The next day, we woke to a breathtaking ocean view from the room. We were also awakened by the sound of Howler monkeys far off in the Manuel Antonio Park. The breakfast buffet foods were delicious and the...
My wife and I spent a wonderful two nights at this resort. We got there late the first night and the staff was very helpful in checking us in and planning the next days activities. We enjoyed a late dinner out on the patio overlooking the ocean. Our room was very spacious and immaculate. The next day, we woke to a breathtaking ocean view from the room. We were also awakened by the sound of Howler monkeys far off in the Manuel Antonio Park. The breakfast buffet foods were delicious and the...
Anonymous traveler
Reviewed January 30, 2019Reviewed January 30, 2019
Costa Verde exceeded my expectatjons. It looked nice from the pics but when we got there it was so much better. Our room had a full size fridge, cook top, microwave. The beds were comfy, and a nice big shower. The best was the balcony overlooking the ocean. Just beautiful views. And the monkeys! They cam around to visit almost every morning to our balcony. The hotel staff was very inviting, friendly and helpful. Thank you for making our first trip to Costa Rica so wonderful. We will be...
Costa Verde exceeded my expectatjons. It looked nice from the pics but when we got there it was so much better. Our room had a full size fridge, cook top, microwave. The beds were comfy, and a nice big shower. The best was the balcony overlooking the ocean. Just beautiful views. And the monkeys! They cam around to visit almost every morning to our balcony. The hotel staff was very inviting, friendly and helpful. Thank you for making our first trip to Costa Rica so wonderful. We will be...