Carara
National Park: On the Pacific coast about 25 Km
southwest of Orotina, Puntarenas Province. Carara presents
a wide variety of plant life with evergreens being particularly
predominant. The reserve possesses several ecosystems,
including marshlands, a lagoon, and primary, secondary
and gallery forests. The marshland is rich in waterfowl,
wading birds, amphibians and reptiles that are usually
found in these environments. The lagoon is completely
covered with water hyacinths and other floating aquatic
plants.
A particularly conspicuous bird in Carara,
notable for its beautiful bright blue, red, and yellow plumage,
and the fact that it has all but disappeared from the Dry Pacific,
is the scarlet macaw. Other species include the collared
aracari, American egret, great tinamou, and turkey vulture.
Hotel
Punta Leona ***
(Punta Leona)
Punta Leona Hotels is 1h 15min driving from San José, and located on the Central Pacific Coast within a private nature reserve. This resort offers high quality services and features a very nice, white-sanded beach not far from the hotel. Facilities: Three pools, mini market, changing daily activities program, souvenir shop, boutique, disco, lighted tennis court, volleyball & basketball court, children's play area, amphitheater, conference center, in-house shuttle transportation, physician at resort, mail, 24-hr. telephone, foreign currency exchange and reception services, internet connection and internal minivan system. Rooms: All rooms are equipped with coffee maker, telephone, cable TV, A/C, safe, hot water shower Selvamar Standard: 2 double beds, mini refrigerator, hair dryer Selvamar Superior: 2 double beds, 1 king-size bed, mini refrigerator, hair dryer Chalet with 2 sleeping rooms: 4 double beds, mini refrigerator, kitchen, living area Arenas Apartment: 4 double beds, mini refrigerator, kitchen, living area, ocean view, 2 bathrooms Junior Suite: 1 double bed, 1 king-size bed, refrigerator with icemaker, dish washer, kitchen, oven, microwave, washing machine, living area, ocean view Deluxe Suite: 1 double bed, 1 king-size bed, refrigerator with icemaker, dish washer, kitchen, oven, microwave, washing machine, living area, ocean view Senior Suite: 1 double bed, 2 king-size beds, refrigerator with icemaker, dish washer, kitchen, oven, microwave, washing machine, living area, ocean view, 2 bathrooms
Hotel
Villa Lapas *** (
Carara National Park)
Overlooking the Tarcolitos River and located just two hours from San José, Village Villa Lapas borders the tropical rain forest at the Carara Biological Reserve which is an important nesting region for the big red macaw. Facilities: Restaurant, skyway - a system of suspending bridges similar to the Skywalk in Monteverde - has been carefully built through the private reserve bordering the Carara National Park (extra cost). Furthermore find a pool and whirlpool in a tropical garden, Bar and restaurant, laundry service, parking lot, hiking trails, chapel and souvenir shop for local art. Rooms: The hotel features 62 rooms with garden or pool view. Plus 5 luxury Junior Suites uphill as well as the larger in a hacienda style integrated Superior Rooms. Rainforest Resort Hotel (Standard Rooms): 2 queen-size or 1 king-size bed, hair dryer, A/C, safe, telephone, TV, ceiling fan
Superior Rooms: larger and lighter than the standard rooms. Facing the garden area close to the chapel. A bit further away from pool and reception. Ocean View Boutique Hotel (Junior Suite): living area, 2 sun decks, pool with bar, mini spa
Hotels Playa HerradurA / Caletas
Villa Caletas ****
Villa Caletas expresses a unique combination of mountain and seaside resort, which is, located 1150 feet above the Pacific Ocean. The spectacular 280-degree panorama from this tropical jungle perch offers a unique view over the gulf islands of Nicoya Peninsula to the crescent beaches of Jacó, Herradura and Punta Leona. Rainforests spread to the sandy shores, where Villa Caletas maintains its own inviting beach.
Facilities: Swimming pool, theatre for concerts (150 persons), conference rooms for up to 250 persons, bar, two restaurants “El Anfiteatro” and “El Mirador”, terrace. Both restaurants offer international cuisine. Rooms: All of the 46 rooms are featured with cable TV, mini bar, coffee maker, private bathroom with hot water shower, hair dryer, ceiling fan, A/C, telephone, safety box. Some rooms are equipped with Jacuzzi or living area. Standard Room: 2 twin beds, garden view Standard Deluxe: 1 queen-size bed, some with ocean view Villa: 1 queen-size bed (1-2 additional beds upon request), terrace, some with ocean and some with garden/ mountain view El Rancho: 1 queen-size bed (second floor), terrace with Jacuzzi, small kitchen, spacious living area Junior Suite: More spacious than the villas, 1 queen-size bed, small living area, ocean view, terrace, Jacuzzi Junior Suite Superior: 1 king-size bed, sofa, cable internet, terrace with Jacuzzi, ocean view Suite: 1 king-size bed, separate sleeping room, sofa, living area, private small pool Honeymoon Suite: 1 king-size bed, sofa, big terrace, hammock, jacuzzi, private pool with ocean view Master Suite: 1 king-size bed, sofa, big terrace, hammock, private pool with ocean view
Marriott
Los Sueños ****
This
luxurious, colonial style hotel was opened in 1999. It is
located in the bay of Herradura (close to Jacó) and
about 2 hours by car from San José. The 211 rooms are
located in different buildings on four stories. All rooms
feature a private bathroom with hair dryer, flat iron and
ironing board, cable TV, clock radio, telephone, mini-bar
and A/C. The standard rooms offer either two queen size beds
or one king size bed. The hotel includes an 18-hole Ted Robinson
golf court, 6 restaurants respectively lounges, a casino,
tennis courts, sauna, gym, swimming pool and spa. Furthermore,
the hotel features a 250 slip Marina; the water sports offered
include Jet Ski rides and deep-sea fishing.
Room categories: 102 standard, 60 standard with ocean view,
20 premium with ocean view and 10 suites
Hotels Playa Jacó
About 2 1/2 miles long dark sand beach stretching in a
long bay. At times, dangerous currents do not allow swimming;
there are warning signals on the beach. The town of Jacó
has good infrastructure and is very lively with lots of
restaurants, bars, discotheques and souvenir shops.
Hotel
Pochote Grande **(*)
Only a few minutes away from the lively town of Jacó, the Pochote Grande Hotel is situated at the north end of Jacó Beach. A nice garden area with tropical vegetation surrounds the two storied buildings with 24 rooms in total. Facilities: Swimming pool, sun terrace, and sunbathing area as well as a restaurant with open air terrace and a bar. German management. Rooms: The rooms are functionally furnished and feature a private bathroom/hot water shower, a seating area, refrigerator, ceiling fan or A/C and a balcony or terrace and in-room safe against charge. Most of the rooms feature 2 double beds.
Mar
de Luz ***
Situated about 200m away from the beach and near the center of Jacó, the Mar de Luz offers all together 29 rooms and apartments with different equipment. Facilitites: 2 Swimming pools, Jacuzzi, laundry service, parking space, barbecue area, WiFi at the whole hotel. Breakfast included in the rate. Rooms: All rooms feature private bathroom/hot water, A/C, cable TV and safe. Standard: 1 queensize or 1 kingsize bed, microwave, coffee maker, mini refrigerator, A/C and view of the swimming pool Garden Villa: 1 double bed, TV, A/C, microwave, coffee maker Family Room: 2 double beds, fully equipped kitchen, TV, A/C, suitable for families of up to 4
Hotels La Cangreja National Park
Paraíso
Carlisa ***
This hotel is located about 16 km north east from the little village Parrita on the narrow mountenous road to Puriscal, the door to the Central Vally. In the direct neighborhood, find the new National Park Cangreja, founded in 2004. The place is a hotspot for birdwatchers and hikers. Facilities: The hotel offers 20 rooms, all equipped with private bathroom with hot water shower and terrace or balcony with mountain view. Other services are: library with internet access, restaurant and bar, terrace with panorama view, 24 hours room service, laundry service, horse riding (depending on season).
Hotels Manuel Antonio National Park &
Beaches
Manuel Antonio National Park with an extension
of almost 1,800 acres attracts the visitor with gorgeous
hiking trails through abundant, tropical jungle, which borders
white sand beaches and turquoise waters. The evergreen fascinating
forest is the home of about 100 species of mammals and 180
kinds of birds. A hiking trail through dense vegetation
all around the cape enables you to catch the beautiful sight
of 12 smaller islands just in front of it. It is a splendid
combination for nature experience and beach fun.
The seas contain numerous dolphins and, at times, migrating
whales are sighted. The dominant trees include black locust
(an endangered timber-yielding tree), balsa, monkey comb,
bastard cedar and mayflower, among others. The fauna is
diverse and some 109-mammal species and 184 species of birds
have been spotted. Of particular interest is the beautiful
and delightful squirrel monkey, an endangered species now
restricted to a very small territory. From the beach, it
is possible to see two-toed sloth, raccoon’s white-nosed
coatis, howler and white-faced monkeys, and squirrels. There
is a wide range of marine flora and fauna. So far, 10 species
of sponge, 19 corals, 24 crustaceans, 17 algae, and 78 fish
species have been identified.
Most of the hotels are located on the road between the town
of Quepos and the beaches at the national park. An hourly
public bus shuttle to the beaches of Manuel Antonio (about
15 minutes) make these hotels an ideal basis for beach lovers
as well as for active people (horseback riding, visit of
a spice growing farm, canoeing in the nearby river delta
with good opportunities to watch crocodiles, hiking and
wildlife observation in the national park, etc.)
Hotel Arenas del Mar **** (Manuel Antonio)
Arenas del Mar is a beachfront resort located in the rainforest of Manuel Antonio. Its special design features luxury elements while attaching importance to a sustainable implementation. It offers a luxurious lodging experience in harmony with the Costa Rican nature in a spectacular beach and rainforest setting. Arenas Del Mar has the great fortune of being located on two unparalleled beaches: Playa Espadilla and Playitas Beach, which are contiguous with the property of the hotel. Facilities: 2 Restaurants, room service, spa, 2 swimming pools, souvenir shop Rooms: The rooms are equipped with ceiling fans, air conditioning, cable television, high speed internet access, mini-bar, safe deposit box, coffee maker, microwave and irons. Ocean View Premium Suites: They were designed to provide the most eco-luxury accommodations in Costa Rican Central Pacific Coast. Each suite offers a fully air-conditioned bedroom and large living area with a/c and ceiling fans, two bathrooms and a spacious deck with a private hot tub. Premium suites offer a personalized Tico bar, microwave oven, wireless phone, DVD player and iPod docking station. Up to three adults can be accommodated with a king-size bed a pull out sofa bed for two small children or one adult the living area. Ocean Breeze Suites: They offer a fully air-conditioned bedroom and large living area with a/c and ceiling fans, a king-size bed and a full size pull-out sofa, Tico bar and a large bathroom. The private hot tub on the deck of the suite is the perfect spot to relax surrounded by the rainforest and sea breezes and listening to the ocean waves. Most Ocean Breeze Suites can host up to 3 people maximum. Ocean View Superior Rooms: Perfect for couples, the Ocean View Superior Rooms have an air conditioned bedroom with ceiling fans, a spacious bathroom and offer the best ocean views along with our Premium View Suites. These rooms offer a personalized Tico bar, microwave oven, wireless phone, DVD player. The main feature of these rooms is the private deck with spectacular ocean views. These rooms can host up to 2 people maximum with one king-size bed. Ocean Breeze Superior Rooms: Our Superior Rooms have a compact size air conditioned bedroom, a complete bathroom and all our standard amenities. Main feature of this room is the private decks overlooking the rainforest and beaches and with direct contact to the sea breezes. These rooms can host up to 2 people maximum with one king-size bed. Garden Superior Room: Our Garden Superior Rooms have a spacious bedroom with a king-size bed. Along with our standard amenities, rooms are fully air-conditioned and feature one bathroom. The Garden Superior Rooms can host up to 2 people maximum and is a favorite for families with young children or active guests who prefer a value oriented room rate and enjoying activities and the beach over a terrace with a view.
Hotel
El Parador ****(Manuel
Antonio)
Approx. 2.5 miles from the National park, the Parador “Boutique Resort” is located on a hilltop overlooking the Pacific Ocean and surrounded by 12 acres of lush tropical rainforest. The Biesanz beach, a little strip of beach, is located about 0.18 miles from the hotel and is accessible through a small trail. Facilities: 3 swimming pools (2 are adult-only pools), plunge pool Jacuzzi, tennis court, spa, 2 restaurants and bars, souvenir shop and conference room for up to 60 people, green areas & trails, Internet, mini golf course, fitness center, spa & beauty treatments, tour & activities desk, shuttle service to Manuel Antonio, laundry service, book exchange, ice machine Rooms: Standard room amenities are cable TV with remote control (42” LCD TV in suites), bath amenities, direct dial telephone, air conditioning, coffee & coffee maker, mini bar, safety deposit box, hair dryer, iron and ironing board, ceiling fan, balcony or terrace. An exclusive section within the hotel is a fine selection of 30 Suites and 2 Master Suites with views to the Pacific Ocean and the Manuel Antonio National Park. These are located at the highest point of the property and surrounded by tropical lush forests, this private area provides a peaceful atmosphere and selected services for the guests. Garden Rooms: 1 king-size or 2 queen-size beds, garden or jungle view, terrace Garden Plus Room: 1 king-size or 2 queen-size beds, garden or jungle view, terrace, balcony Tropical Room: 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, garden or jungle view, balcony Premium Room: 2 queen-size beds, 2 washbasins, ocean view, balcony Premium Plus Room: 1 king-size bed, 2 washbasins, ocean view, balcony Vista Suite: 1 king-size bed, sofa, Jacuzzi, 2 washbasins, garden and ocean view, balcony Vista Pacífico Suite: 1 king-size bed, like the suites, but with a larger balcony and a better view La Vista Master Suite: 1 king-size bed, sofa, living area, sofa, very exclusive Presidential Suite: 2 sleeping rooms with 1 king-size bed each, Jacuzzi, sofas, kitchenette
Hotel
Si Como No ****(Manuel
Antonio)
Overlooking the National Park and beaches of Manuel Antonio, this hotel is a unique resort following environmental friendly concepts located in the middle of a tropical rainforest. From its design to its daily operation, this eco-friendly property featuring a butterfly atrium strives to exist in total harmony with nature, respecting and protecting the environment. Facilities: 2 swimming pools with ocean view (one family pool with a water slide and one for adults), solar heated Jacuzzi, 2 restaurants, 2 swim up bars, a conference room, private movie theater with 46 seats, Spa, butterfly farm, souvenir shop, special events venue, internet access, 24 hours concierge desk, transportation to the beach and National park entrance Rooms: All rooms offer private bathroom/hot water, mini bar, telephone, air conditioning, ceiling fan and safety box. Standard Rooms: These feature jungle view, bathroom with shower, wet bar, stocked mini-bar, 2 queen size beds, A/C, ceiling fans, telephone, safety box, balcony. Superior Rooms: These rooms feature ocean and jungle view balconies, bath with shower, wet bar, stocked mini-bar, king or queen size bed, sofa bed, A/C, ceiling fans, telephone and security box. Deluxe Rooms: These rooms feature panoramic ocean and jungle view balconies, high beam ceiling, bath with shower, wet-bar, stocked mini-bar, king size beds, sitting room or extra bed, A/C, ceiling fans, telephone and security box. Deluxe Suite: These are spacious double sized rooms overlooking the ocean and jungle coastline with large balcony, king bed and king sofa and large bathroom. Honeymoon Suite: These are spacious double size room with deluxe amenities, king bed, sitting area, private Jacuzzi and large balcony with panoramic jungle and ocean view.
Gaia Hotel & Reserve ***** (Manuel Antonio)
This 5 star boutique hotel was opened in 2006 and is close to the Manuel Antonio National Park, between the villages of Quepos and Manuel Antonio. It provides a peaceful, extravagant and elegant atmosphere. The hotel sits on a vast tract of lowland coastal forest featuring with spectacular and rare wildlife. 19 Rooms are exclusively dedicated for an adult with teenager vacation with access to the 3-level Infinty Pool as well as a new family area for younger kids, spending their exclusive vacation at GAIA.
Extravagant Suites and Villas, a gourmet restaurant, wellness area, gym and a private reserve with hiking trails are the ideal spot for those who do not want to renounce on a luxury tropical stay. Facilities: Gym, gift shop, indoor sauna/spa, Jacuzzi /hot tub, lounge/bar, meeting /conference rooms, private dining room, restaurant. Rooms: Studio: 1 king-size bed, living area, cable TV, home entertainment center, sofa, mini bar, A/C, shared outdoor terrace. Jungle View Studio: 1 king-size bed, living area, cable TV, home entertainment center, sofa, mini bar, A/C Jungle View Suite: 1 king-size bed, living area, cable TV, home entertainment center, sofa, mini bar, A/C Two Bedroom Villa: 2 sleeping room with king-size beds, 3 TVs, Jacuzzi for up to 4 persons, 2 sofas, private roof terrace and balcony. Suite: living and dining area, private balcony, Jacuzzi for up to 2 persons, sofa Deluxe Suite: 1 king-size bed, sofa, living and dining area, Jacuzzi for up to 2 persons Family Suite: 1 Kingsize bed at the loft-area, 3 sofa beds in the living room and dining area, bathroom, exclusive access to the Family Pool area.
Hotel
Playa Espadilla *** (Manuel Antonio)
Hotel Playa Espadilla is located just across the road from Cabinas Espadilla, near the entrance to Manual Antonio National Park and the beaches. Espadilla Hotel is in fact accessible within 3 minutes walk from the National Park of Manuel Antonio and 2 minute walk (150m) from the beach front. At the hotel's private biological reserve, guests can follow trails through the forest offering sightings of white-faced monkeys, spider monkeys, sloths and birds of many colors. Facilities: Swimming pool, wet bar, restaurant, pool table, private biological reserve and parking lot, souvenir shop, tennis court. Rooms: Hotel Playa Espadilla features 16 rooms in two separate 2-story buildings. All categories offer a private bathroom/hot water shower, air conditioning, cable TV, telephone, coffee maker and a room safe. Standard Rooms: There are rooms with one king-size bed; some additionally offer a single bed. Efficiency Rooms: There are also efficiency rooms (for up to 3 guests) with fully equipped kitchen and refrigerator, and basic cooking accessories (no microwave). These feature a double bed and one single bed. Junior Suite: The Junior Suite offers a mini bar, a Jacuzzi and a king-size bed.
Issimo Suites ****(Manuel
Antonio)
"Issimo Suites Family Resort" is settled on a hill above a pristine snorkeling cove in Manuel Antonio, overlooking the Pacific Ocean. It is a tastefully designed and decorated hotel meeting the highest standards and most delicate needs, this Manuel Antonio hotel invites you to enjoy the beautiful scenery of Costa Rica's Pacific Coast. No kids under 16 allowed. Facilities: Body life spa, restaurant, swimming pool, nature hike / exercise trails to a pristine beach cove, nature hikes (during high season). Rooms: The hotel consists of 8 suites in different categories, all of which are tastefully designed and decorated. All rooms are featured with AC, ceiling fan, satellite TV, mini bar, coffee maker, microwave and telephone. Junior Suite: 1 king-size bed, sofa, balcony, Jacuzzi Master Suites 7+9: 1 king-size bed, sofa, balcony, Jacuzzi Master Suite 8: 1 king-size bed, sofa, Jacuzzi Penthouse Suites 3,4,5,6: 1 king-size bed, sofa, Jacuzzi, balcony Penthouse Suite 2: 1 king-size bed and 2 double beds in the loft, Jacuzzi Penthouse Suite 1: 1 king-size bed, sofa, Jacuzzi
Hotel
Casitas Eclipse **** (Manuel Antonio)
Casitas Eclipse offer comfortable accommodations in beautiful Mediterranean style villas in a unique, picturesque setting, overlooking the nearby Manuel Antonio National Park. The hotel is located uphill on a 1.6 ha property, approx. 1.5 km from the national park entrance and the beaches. It is a very personally lead hotel under French management. Facilities: 3 swimming pools, Mediterranean restaurant, a bar as well as a roof top terrace, laundry service, 2 parking lots, gardens with an ecological hiking trail, Wifi Internet access in public areas. Happy Hour from 4pm-9pm Rooms: The hotel offers standard rooms and suites. Both can be combined to a whole casita for families or a group of friends. All rooms are equipped with private bath/hot water shower, new mini-split A/C, fan, cable TV, Telephone, in-room safe and balcony or terrace. Standard Rooms: 1 queen-size bed or 1 single bed and 1 queen-size bed Suites: 1 single bed and 1 queen-size bed or 1 queen-size and 2 single beds, some of them with kitchen Casitas: 1 single bed and at least 2 queen-size beds (combination of Standard and Suite with connecting door).
Hotel
Costa Verde *** (Manuel Antonio)
Hotel Costa Verde offers accommodations for a variety of options for vacation living. There are a total of 70 rooms built with pure natural surroundings. Rooms are basically equipped with air-conditioning, cable TV, WiFi Internet, safe deposit boxes, hair dryers, refrigerators, coffee makers, kitchenettes with microwave, spacious private balconies. There are a total of 3 pools. The beach and the Nationalpark are 500-800m away. Facilities: 3 Restaurants with different ambiances hereunder ‘The Avión’, 3 Bars, Parking lot, Wifi Internet, Beach access. Rooms: Costa Verde II - Studio Plus
Designed for couples and families with children 17 years and over. Equipped with digital A/C, spacious balcony with panoramic ocean view, two queen-size beds, kitchenette, microwave, flat screen TV, living room area. Access to adult pool.
Costa Verde II - Studio Apartments
Designed for couples and families with children 17 years and over. Jungle or partial ocean view. Digital air conditioning, spacious balcony, two queen size beds, kitchenette , microwave, flat screen TV, living room, two arm chairs. Access to adult pool. Costa Verde II - Penthouse
For couples and families with children 17 years and over, large living room space, panoramic ocean view, large balcony, digital A/C, two king-size beds, kitchen with microvave, flat screen TV, access to adult pool, ocean and National park view. Studio-Plus Apartments in Building B
Eight family-friendly Studios. Panorama Ocean View. King size bed and a double bed, digital A/C, flat screen TV, kitchenette, microwave, spacious balcony, Access to family pool. Studio Apartments in Building B
Six Studios available. Difference to Studio plus: just providing jungle or partial Ocean View. Efficiancy:
Featuring a queen-bed and a king-bed, A/C, cable TV, kitchenette with microwave and spacious balcony. Jungle view. 727 Fuselage Home:
This exclusive hotel Suite is admirable for its uniqueness: sleep inside the airframe, there are 2 air-conditioned bedrooms overlooking the jungle canopy with two queen size beds, each with private bathroom, TV, kitchenette with microwave, dining area, ocean view terrace.
Furthermore there are other roomtypes like: Houses & Bungalows, Casa Quinta, Bungalow E-5, Bungalow E-6, Bungalow A-11, Bungalow A-13, Bungalow A-14.
Cabinas
Espadilla *** (Manuel Antonio)
Cabinas Playa Espadilla is one of the few hotels located near the entrance to Manual Antonio National Park and the beaches. The hotel offers 16 rooms in two different categories. From the cabins you have direct access to the hotel’s private reserve; the public beach is located about 150 meters from the hotel. Facilities: The hotel offers a swimming pool surrounded by a beautiful, tropical garden, pool-billiard, 24-hour security, and laundry service. Facilities also include a private parking lot, as well as the restaurant/bar and tennis court offered by the Hotel Playa Espadilla across the street. Rooms: All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, private bathroom, hot water shower and safety deposit box. Standard rooms: 2 double beds, air conditioning, coffee maker with free coffee and refrigerator Efficiency rooms: 2 double beds, air conditioning, TV, safe and a fully equipped kitchen with small stove. (No microwave)
Hotel
Villa Bosque ***
(Manuel Antonio)
The Hotel Villa Bosque is perfectly located for your beach pleasures. At only a few steps away from the Manuel Antonio beach and just next to the entrance of the Manuel Antonio National Park with a cozy restaurant. Villa Bosque is one of the few places in Manuel Antonio, where guests do not need any transportation once having arrived at the hotel. From here you can explore the trails of the park, go horseback riding, surfing, and fishing or just relax on the beautiful white sand beach or next to the pool of the hotel. Facilities: Roof-top Swimming pool, bar and restaurant and sitting areas between the buildings. The main amenity is the proximity to the beautiful white sandy beach of Manuel Antonio and to one of Costa Rica's most popular National Parks with its tropical Rainforest and Marine Reserve. Rooms: 16 comfortable rooms, all with air conditioning, cable TV, warm water and security boxes.
Hotel
Karahé ***
(Manuel Antonio)
Hotel Karahé is located in front of Manuel Antonio Beach, and nearby the world famous Manuel Antonio National Park, in the Costa Rica Central Pacific. The gardens meet the ocean and the entrance of the park only 10 minutes away is within easy walking distance. Facilities: The front part of the hotel, with beach front and beach front superior rooms and small swimming pool with snack bar, is located directly at the beach of Manuel Antonio. The main building with reception, and other room types (standard rooms and villas) are located on a hillside property on the opposite side of the street. All rooms have private bathroom and air conditioning. The beachfront and beachfront superior rooms have balcony or terrace with garden view. Beach Front: 2 double beds, private bathroom, fridge, A/C, TV, terrace. Beach Front Superior: These are the same than the Beach Front Rooms, located on the third floor. Six of the Superior Rooms offer 2 double beds, two are equipped with 1 king-size bed. These rooms are the newest and most modern of the hotel. Standard Rooms: On the other side of the road, similar to the Beach Front rooms but further from the sea and without TV. Villas: On a hill over the Standard Rooms. Those are individual houses with a rustic atmosphere and air conditioning, ceiling fan, private bathroom, 2 double beds, mini bar. The first 2 villas can be reached after climbing about 30 steps and offer a view of the rainforest, the other 7 villas are reached after 70 steps and offer a pretty sea view.
El Faro Beach Hotel *** (Manuel Antonio)
Costa Rica's one and only sea container hotel on the beach where you'll enjoy all the amenities of a luxury hotel while promoting sustainability. Authentic shipping containers have been stylishly transformed into a unique eco-friendly hotel with private balconies and unparalleled views (depends on room category). Situated in the hillside contours of Manuel Antonio National Park—listed by Forbes as one of the world's 12 most beautiful—and 400 meters (440 yd) from the white sand beach, El Faro offers you a tropical paradise setting for your holiday. A 3 star hotel with 6 star views. Facilities: 2 swimming pools(1 infinity), on site open air restaurant, wet bar, free parking lot, walking distance from Manuel Antonio National Park. Complimentary breakfast. Rooms: The hotel offers Penthouse Suites, Penthouse Studio rooms, ocean view rooms(some with kitchenette) and pool side . All rooms are equipped with: flat screen tv,ipod dock, private bath/hot water shower, A/C, cable TV, Telephone, in-room safe and balcony or terrace,stunning ocean views. Penthouse suites: 1 king-size bed, bathtub. Penthouse studio: Double beds. Ocean View Rooms: One double bed or two double beds, some with kitchenette (only microwave).
Pool side rooms: One double bed.
Hotel
California *** (Manuel Antonio)
Located on a hill at the main road between Quepos and Manuel Antonio, 5 km from the entrance from the national park, Hotel California offers 22 rooms. Facilities: Restaurant, bar, swimming pool, Jacuzzi, laundry and room service. Rooms: All rooms are equipped with A/C, cable TV, telephone, balcony or terrace and safe Standard Room: 1 queen-size bed or 1 queen-size and 1 single bed Deluxe Room: Like standard, but with ocean view, flat screen TV Villa: 2 sleeping rooms (one with 1 queen-size bed and one with 1 queen-size and 1 single bed), 2 bathrooms, kitchen
Villas Mymosa **(*) (Manuel Antonio)
Villas Mymosa is located between Quepos and Manuel Antonio National Park. Manuel Antonio is one of the most beautiful parks in Costa Rica. It is located on the Pacific Coast and can boast of its estuaries, mangroves, lagoons, beaches and its green footpaths. Facilities: Swimming pool, “Rancho” bar Rooms: All rooms are featured with hot water, private terrace with hammock, living area, ceiling fan, kitchen and A/C. Junior Villa: 3 queen-size beds in 2 bedrooms for max. 6 persons Spring Villa: 1 king-size and 1 queen-size bed, living area, split level for max. 4 persons Deluxe Villa: 2 bedrooms with 1 queen-size and 1 single bed in one and 1 king-size bed in the other, spacious living area, for max. 5 persons
Pacífico Lunada (Manuel Antonio)
The Hotel Pacifico Lunada is located right in the center of Manual Antonio, behind the catholic church and next to the school. Surrounded by the rainforest’s exotic flora it is offers a friendly environment. Pacifico Lunada provides 12 rooms, all equipped with A/C, hot water, cable TV and safe box. Furthermore the hotel has a big pool and a safe parking lot and a park. At the front desk you will receive information about varios activities, such as fishing, canopy, kayak, rafting, horse back riding, diving and surfing. Just a few steps from the hotel you will find many restaurants, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks and souvenir shops.
Villa
Romantica ***(Quepos)
Located
on the outskirts of Quepos at the street to Manuel Antonio.
The hotel is surrounded by a tropical setting and consists
of a main building with reception a two-storied separate building
as well as swimming pool and sun terrace. Parasols and sun
loungers are at guest’s disposal. The 16 rooms feature
private bathroom/ hot shower ceiling fan or A/C and safe (for
a fee). The center of Quepos is in 5 min. walking distance
the Manuel Antonio National Park in about 10 min. driving
distance. German management.
Hotel rates upon request.
If the hotel of your choice is not listed, please do not hesitate
to contact us!
Punta Leona Hotels is 1h 15min driving from San José, and located on the Central Pacific Coast within a private nature reserve. This resort offers high quality services and features a very nice, white-sanded beach not far from the hotel.
Overlooking the Tarcolitos River and located just two hours from San José, Village Villa Lapas borders the tropical rain forest at the Carara Biological Reserve which is an important nesting region for the big red macaw. 
This
luxurious, colonial style hotel was opened in 1999. It is
located in the bay of Herradura (close to Jacó) and
about 2 hours by car from San José. The 211 rooms are
located in different buildings on four stories. All rooms
feature a private bathroom with hair dryer, flat iron and
ironing board, cable TV, clock radio, telephone, mini-bar
and A/C. The standard rooms offer either two queen size beds
or one king size bed. The hotel includes an 18-hole Ted Robinson
golf court, 6 restaurants respectively lounges, a casino,
tennis courts, sauna, gym, swimming pool and spa. Furthermore,
the hotel features a 250 slip Marina; the water sports offered
include Jet Ski rides and deep-sea fishing.
Arenas del Mar is a beachfront resort located in the rainforest of Manuel Antonio. Its special design features luxury elements while attaching importance to a sustainable implementation. It offers a luxurious lodging experience in harmony with the Costa Rican nature in a spectacular beach and rainforest setting. Arenas Del Mar has the great fortune of being located on two unparalleled beaches: Playa Espadilla and Playitas Beach, which are contiguous with the property of the hotel.
