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The 10 Best Design Hotels in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

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This hotel is located about 2 km from Quepos, 5 minutes’ drive from Manuel Antonio National Park. Its spacious suites have a kitchenette and jungle views, and there is an outdoor pool.

From your suite you can watch sloths, toucans, monkeys and iguanas. Each suite in Hotel Plaza Yara has a seating area with sofa and cable TV, and the kitchenette has a microwave.

I can't say enough about how wonderful our stay was. Staff was amazingly friendly and helpful and we were needy because we'd not been to Costa Rica before and wanted suggestions. Fresh fruit and made to order hot breakfast every day always delicious. And Yara, the little Frenchie, was the high point for our 4 year old granddaughter. Howler monkeys greeted us several mornings. Location perfect for both Quepos and Manuel Antonio within a few short minutes. Room was large, spotless and beds very comfortable. THANKYOU to everyone at Playa Yara for all you did to make our trip wonerful!

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9.3
Superb
974 reviews
Price from
£126
per night

Offering an infinity pool and free WiFi, El Faro Containers Beach Hotel is located in Manuel Antonio, about 100 meters walk from the beachfront and 50 from Manuel Antonio National Park. This property is Costa Rica's only container hotel.

Loved the stay, the staff are so nice and helpful. The view was amazing.

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8
Very good
1,385 reviews
Price from
£90
per night

This hotel is located in between the jungle and just a 2-minute walk from Manuel Antonio Beach and a 15-minute walk to the Manuel Antonio National Park, and boasts free WiFi.

Each spacious, air-conditioned room at Jungle Beach Hotel are equipped with a Refrigerator, cable TV, Air Conditioning, ceiling Fan, Hot water, Bathroom Set, and Towels. Additionally, the Studio Room comes with Kitchen appliances.There is a year round outdoor pool.

The entire staff was exceptional. I especially enjoyed the wall murals and the natural surroundings.

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8.1
Very good
1,026 reviews
Price from
£92
per night

This stylish boutique hotel is set upon the hills of Quepos Point, just a 5-minute walk from Biesanz Beach and a 10-minutes walking from Manuel Antonio National Park Beach. It offers free WiFi, an outdoor pool with sun terrace, and a luxurious spa with hot tub.

The staff was extremly kind and professionall:) nice vibe in the pool area.

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8.8
Fabulous
2,866 reviews
Price from
£117
per night

Located in Manuel Antonio, offering an outdoor pool, tropical garden and a restaurant for breakfast only, Hotel Villas Nicolas - Adults Only offers self-catering accommodation in Manuel Antonio. Free WiFi access is available.

Super welcoming and helpful staff, Dennis was absolutely amazing. The area is fantastic, very close to the park and the beaches and the most amazing view. The suite itself was spectacular. It had everything we needed and more. Fully equipped kitchen, awesome shower (even for my very tall husband), a comfortable bed, and the most amazing balcony. Ask Dennis for restaurant recommendations, he really knows what he's talking about. We were really sad to leave... Oh, and there's no need to bring a car. The bus gets you everywhere you need to go and runs regularly

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8.9
Fabulous
273 reviews
Price from
£122
per night

Mango Moon Villa is located in Manuel Antonio. Free WiFi access is available.

A seating area, a TV and an en suite bathroom are included in all rooms at Mango Moon Villa Manuel Antonio.

At Manuel Antonio Mango Moon Hotel a garden, barbecue facilities and a terrace are available. The property provides free parking.

The location is stunning, nestled on a hillside with superb views of the sea, and the landscape is like a painting. It's truly pleasant that it's not a massive hotel but a smaller, family-friendly place. Animals such as toucans, monkeys, and sloths are within arm's reach, and it's superbly located near the beaches. In my opinion, it's among the top three places we've visited so far.

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8.5
Very good
396 reviews
Price from
£112
per night

Located in Manuel Antonio district bordering with Manuel Antonio Park, Hotel Coco Beach is a functional property that features 2 outdoor swimming pools and free Wi-Fi in public areas.

The accommodations at this hotel are air conditioned and include a TV set, fridge, wardrobe and a private bathroom with a shower. Some units also offer sea views.

The people at the reception are extremely friendly. anything you need they help you. but they should have a coffee maker in the room. the pool is nice and clean and super cool

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7
Good
1,163 reviews
Price from
£50
per night

Oceanfront Hotel Verde Mar direct access to the beach is the CLOSEST hotel to the beach offering easy and direct BEACH ACCESS for its guest, an outdoor pool, free Wi-Fi, parking lot and is located at walking distance from the famous Manuel Antonio National Park. Reservations for more than 6 rooms have to be AUTHORIZED BY THE HOTEL ADMINISTRATION.

Very friendly staff. Nice pool, and excellent location close to the beach. Rooms were comfortable.

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7.6
Good
2,028 reviews
Price from
£50
per night

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These hotels offer something a little different in the way of design and usually sit in a trendy, urban part of town. More intimate than your average hotel, they offer high standards with a homely vibe.
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Boutique hotels that guests love in Manuel Antonio

  • Avg. price/night: £178.80
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 622 reviews
    A fantastic small boutique hotel. Very well designed. The room was lovely. The pool area is fantastic. Very good breakfast. Excellent staff. It's very tastefully designed. It's a small hotel so did not feel at all crowded and the staff looked after us extremely well. The Wi-Fi was good and our room was very quiet. Would highly recommend this hotel.
    Mike
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £178.80
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 622 reviews
    A beautiful little boutique hotel in gorgeous gardens and lovely quiet pool area. All rooms are clean, cool and comfortable and suites offer private balconies and outdoor kitchen areas. Staff are super friendly and will arrange all activities and excursions. National park 5 minutes walk and beach 5 minutes. A great stay
    Sue
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £37.82
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,929 reviews
    The staff was friendly and helpful. The room was awesome - huge bed with wonderful wiew, clean bathroom. Friendly atmosphere, colourful design, stunning plants all around in the garden. It was so good to be there!
    Szimonetta
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £104.46
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 789 reviews
    Lovely new boutique hotel. Large bright spacious rooms, although some were at a lower level so may have been less bright. Staff fantastic. Breakfast fantastic. Location good with plenty of shops/bars/restaurants within 10 mins walk. Also very close to the local bus stop for easy access to other places on the Quepos to Manuel Antonio road.
    Jonathan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £68.89
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,031 reviews
    everything was great! very comfy Appartement, lovely designed! Jim was very welcoming and had good tipps on food and Stuff to do! beautyful garden with plenty of animals. we only had one night and would have loved to have More time for this germ.
    Lara
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £432.24
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 362 reviews
    Makanda is a spectacular place - no expense has been spared and the eye for detail is remarkable. The rooms are luxurious and stunningly designed. The pool areas are second to none with breathtaking views and the private beach is a sanctuary away from the business of Manuel Antonio. We received exceptional service on arrival and were thrilled to be upgraded whilst on our honeymoon. We loved how much wildlife there is here - particularly the monkeys - as well as enjoying sunsets from the pool.
    Harry
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £104.46
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 789 reviews
    Lovely design, pretty outside area around the pool. Very modern and clean rooms. Friendly, helpful staff. Everything you could need in room - clothes dryer over shower,fridge,hairdryer. Close to bus stop to go to Manuel Antonio beach or the park or Quepos, if you don't want to use a taxi.
    Theresa
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £126.07
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 974 reviews
    Outstanding service, especially from Nelson and Caleb who were exceptionally warm, friendly and helpful. They always remembered our names, fed us with an excellent breakfast every morning and took care of our every possible need. The facilities were also wonderful. This is a lovely hotel, beautifully designed and decorated, with swimming pools in a gorgeous natural setting, and a number of outdoor dining and lounging options. One of our favorite places to stay in Costa Rica! Thank you!
    Jane
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £126.07
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 974 reviews
    Really nice boutique hotel, with a lot of nice design elements. From the pool area and the terrace you look directly into the jungle. Sometimes some little white face monkeys step by. The breakfast was delicious. Banana pancakes are highly recommended.
    Franziska Bauer
    Young couple