Manuel Antonio Homestays

This is a great hotel that is small enough to feel intimate but has most of the amenities of a large resort. Of course, the initial highlight is that the hotel is built into the forest and treats the land as a preserve. On top of that, many of the rooms have gorgeous views, and ours had a view of the ocean over the hills. The staff is amazing. Everyone is super friendly and helpful. Even though they have some routines that make things easy to follow and access, the staff is more than willing to help or adjust if you need it. We drove in, and once there they reserved a parking spot for us near the cart / shuttle service for the entire stay! From the entrance / parking, a shuttle takes you to the main building (rain or shine…we never had to wait in the rain and it was pouring when we arrived). The facilities were outstanding and well-appointed. Don’t get me wrong, there are some features that are aged, but most things are very nice and everything is always super-clean. The pools are really nice. Small, but several levels allow for multiple infinity pool experiences, along with floating chairs if you prefer to hold your drink while floating. There is a “swim up” bar that I think is usually open from 12-5 but don’t quote me on that. The food was pretty good. IMO, stick with traditional dishes. Ceviche and traditional Costa Rican breakfast were our favorites, but everything we tried was pretty good. The drink menu is a little light. They offer enough choices, but there are not any high end liquors, and the wine is good but I do not believe I also any vintages that you might expect from a hotel of this caliber. Finally, the rooms were very very nice. Our son had his own “standard” room and it looked as nice as ours did, even though he did not have as much space. Our room was a suite with a bedroom, full bath with walk in shower, a private patio, and a living space complete with leather sofa (and pull out bed), dining table with chairs, and club style chairs to complete the seating area. All very comfortable. Our room also came with access to a private terrace on the top floor. This space also included seating and tables, umbrella, and curtained Chaises. Great views from there and the private patio! In short, we did not have enough time to enjoy all of the amenities even within our own room, but we were beyond comfortable and the views and vibe were amazing. One more thing: the owner has started a macaw restoration project, so you can see Scarlett macaws on the premise. We also saw many other bird species (this is an eBird hotspot for those who use it), heard monkeys, and enjoyed seeing sloths and iguanas on the premise (but not in or near the room 😊).

When you stay at this apartment in Manuel Antonio, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Manuel Antonio National Park and La Selvita. This apartment is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Manuel Antonio Beach and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Playa Pará. Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This apartment also features complimentary wireless Internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, which features a private spa tub and a flat-screen TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment.

When you stay at Monkitail at Tulemar in Quepos, you'll be in a national park, within a 5-minute drive of Manuel Antonio National Park and Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge. This beach guesthouse is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Playitas Beach and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Biesanz Beach.Spend the day on the private beach or dip into one of the 4 outdoor swimming pools. Additional amenities at this guesthouse include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and barbecue grills. The complimentary beach shuttle makes getting to the surf and sand a breeze.Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the guesthouse's room service (during limited hours). Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the beach bar. Full breakfasts are available daily for a fee.Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 2 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchens with refrigerators and ovens. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Flat-screen televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads.