1133 Valle Pura Vida, 60601 Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
#9 of 21 Holiday rentals in Manuel Antonio
Guests' ChoiceBased on 44 hotel reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Location
8.8
Facilities
9.4
Staff
9.3
Value for money
8.9
Free WiFi
8.9
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Reviewed: 31 March 2024
Anna
PolandWe had some problems with the night tour that can be bought at this property, but Heidy did all her best to manage that. The problem with AC was handled super fast.
We enjoyed our stay in this villa. It’s one room but pretty big, sunny, and comfortable. You can find here really huge bed, sofa, couple of armchairs, dining table, fully equipped kitchen; for cooling down there are 2 ceiling fans and AC, bathroom with everything you may need (hairdryer and washing supplies). Big plus for us - this property has laundry and parking place. Also you may find here some common place with swimming pool, grills and tables to chill out. The road to the property (last 100 meters) is not great but doable as I think with any type of car. Overall we recommend this place for a nice and calm stay. You may feel here as at home.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 8 March 2024
Hitchcock
United StatesNothing
Had a great stay
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 17 February 2024
Therese
CanadaLovely pool and grounds with scarlet macaws and toucans as regular visitors. The free laundry facilities were so appreciated! Excellent staff.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 8 February 2024
Wenmin
United StatesNone
I like the spacious room, quiet villa, free sodas, and welcoming basket. I liked everything.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 1 February 2024
Robert
United StatesIf there is anything to nit pick it would be no English language TV channels but we were in a Spanish speaking country.
Gecko was the perfect size villa for us. Very comfortable bed, functional kitchen a great shower. Sitting out by the big table every morning enjoying Costa Rican coffee listening to the birds was a real treat. Late afternoon glass of chatting with other guests was great fun. Easy to get to Manuel Antonio and Quepos. Perhaps the best was Heidi. She was extremely helpful in setting up reservation for our 50th anniversary dinner at a fabulous restaurant very near by. She also helped arrange great tours for us. Heidi is awesome.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 14 January 2024
Felipe
SpainStayed in the largest home of the villa and was amazing. Very well taken care of! Clean and well equipped! Great for bug groups! Very close to everything!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 3 December 2023
James
United KingdomThe room was exactly as described with great amenities including a shared pool. The property had a real home comfort about it that allowed you to really relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Manuel Antonio. Our host, Heidy, was amazing, helping to sort everything we needed from transportation to Mangrove Kayak tour and even a late check out.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 28 November 2023
Lee
United KingdomI liked everything!
The rooms were so spacious and the bed was a huge comfy king size! You had all the kitchen utensils you could need, even tupperware for taking snacks or sandwiches to the beach. We received a small welcome hamper with a few snacks and coffee. The coffee is exceptional! You can purchase more from Heidi as I guarantee you'll run out! Heidi was a great host and always available with any questions we might have. She also booked a couple of tours for us! Manuel Antonio is not great for walking around it's so humid and hilly. There was a bus stop around 200 metres from the end of the road, it cost around 65p per person to the beach each way. We also found uber a really cheap way to get around however you did have to pay extra for uber priority for a driver to accept you. This still worked out 1/4 of the price of the local red taxis at around £2.50 each way. Jungle Creek was also the best place to spot red parrots, toucans and squirrel monkeys. We had a truly magical experience and wouldn't hesitate to stay there again!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 19 September 2023
Blanca
GermanyThe pool was a bit small, not really for swimming.
It was comfortable, quiet, close to nature, well equipped. Our apartment was in the lower label, so it was cooler. Close to the nicest areas and restaurants in Manuel Antonio, yet away enough from the main road that it felt like been in the jungle.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 17 September 2023
Joel
CanadaVery nice place to stay and watch animals nearby.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 10 September 2023
Anna
CanadaNot an option without car. You cant walk to the beach from villa. 1 bathroom only.
Amazing place! Spacious, comfortable, beautiful views. Bedrooms with a/c.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 19 July 2023
Elena
Belgium/
A very spacious accomodation with a fully equipped kitchen!
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 19 June 2023
Matthew
United StatesI can honestly say there was actually nothing I didnt absolutely love about this place. You truly came as guests and left as friends
If you wanted to do any of the excursions, al you had to do was send Paula a message. She would then book for you, everything was super organized and so easy i can not wait to go back now!
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 30 May 2023
Mark
United KingdomOne of the dogs barking at night and the early hours of the morning, otherwise very good.
Great location, nice BBQ area to cook and relax after a day out. Great having a pool to cool off in and relax.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 25 January 2023
Andrea
CanadaNothing?
We liked the clean and spacious accommodation. Our studio was well equipped, large fridge, toaster oven, coffee machine and microwave. The shared bbq was spotless. The pool and patio were clean and well maintained. There is lots of outdoor space, the patio has various chairs and loungers for guests. Prior to our arrival and during our stay the owner was very helpful with lots of communication and suggestions to enhance our stay.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 3 December 2022
Cassandra
United StatesThis property is beautiful! We woke up every morning to different wildlife and nature sounds. Paula is an amazing host, and was always helpful if we needed anything. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 20 November 2022
Carol
United KingdomTruly exceptional. We stayed in Gekko - lots of space, immaculately clean, the bed was the most comfortable on all our travels this vacation. Welcome basket with great coffee and snacks, the information brochure was the best I have ever seen - pool was lovely and refreshing. The jungle setting is wonderful - I highly recommend
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 15 October 2022
Guy
IsraelThe best villa in central america!
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 3 October 2022
Tabatha
United Statesnothing
location
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 19 September 2022
Dean
South AfricaMy fiancé and I had an exceptional time at Jungle Creek Villas. We didn’t even have to go travel into the National Parks to see any of the wildlife. It was all right on our doorstep from the patio. Paula was amazing with her communication and made us feel right at home. We will most definitely be coming back in the future!
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 23 August 2022
Pippa
United KingdomThe listing said it had a balcony but it didn't.
Loved the welcome we received from Paula and her dogs! The pool area and rooms were great.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 14 August 2022
André
CanadaKitchen well equipped, made our own breakfast. Morning coffee or end of day apéro taken on the terrace, straight over the creek and, well, the jungle! With a constant musical accompaniment of cicadas, birds of all types and howler monkeys. Paula’s recommendations for dinner and activities were top notch. Free access to laundry equipment was a lifesaver.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 29 July 2022
Janet
United StatesThe living room space in our suite was a bit small, but we were still comfortable.
We loved the beautiful grounds and seeing monkeys, sloths and scarlet macaws from our patio! Paula was a wonderful host. She went above and beyond - beautiful gift basket upon arrival, always available for questions and suggestions and extremely helpful when booking excursions!
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 29 May 2022
Richard
United StatesNi breakfast, but we had a full kitchen and cooked every morning. Beautiful grounds. Close to Manuel Antonio.
Stayed in May 2022
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