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Why Manuel Antonio

Framed by both the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean, there are plenty of beaches in Costa Rica. So why choose Manuel Antonio on the Central Pacific Coast when planning your honeymoon, wedding or Costa Rican holiday? Well, that´s easy to answer.

First, it is an extremely conscientious eco-friendly destination that is home to world famous Manuel Antonio National Park, a lush rainforest reserve teeming with indigenous wildlife. Further, this is the only place in the country where the jungle literally kisses the sea with miles of white sand beaches that fringe our crystalline waters. Offering both calm swimming enclaves and pockets boasting great waves, Manuel Antonio’s beaches attract surfers and sun worshippers alike.

Only 20 minutes by plane or a scenic 2 ½ hour drive over excellent paved roads from San Jose, we are conveniently located and feature every conceivable activity on your vacation wish list — from zip-lining and whitewater rafting to horseback riding and kayaking, from ATV to parasailing, and of course, nature treks through our lush jungle. Quepos is also renowned as one of the world´s premiere fishing meccas and there are no shortage of mariners eager to get you out to sea. Traveling to other popular Costa Rican destinations such as Arenal Volcano or Monteverde Cloud Forest is easily accomplished from here, as well, with a wide range of transportation options.

Manuel Antonio/Quepos is a place where local culture seamlessly meshes into the picturesque landscape, where innumerable family-friendly pursuits provide great opportunities to share quality time with the kids, where couples and honeymooners can slip away to one of our many fine restaurants or spark romance aboard a sunset catamaran cruise.

So why choose Manuel Antonio as your holiday destination? Because whether you fancy lazing on a silky beach that ribbons warm turquoise waters or favor adrenalin pumping and nature-oriented educational outings, we´ve got it all – and then some!

Our cancelation policies are the following:

Peak Season

December 20th to January 03rd

  • 60 to 30 Days prior to the arrival date: 50% of the total stay.
  • 29 Days or less days Prior to the arrival date - Full cost of the reservation.
High Season

January 04th to April 30th / July 01st to August 31st

  • 29 to 8 Days prior to the arrival date: 50% of the total stay.
  • 7 Days or less days Prior to the arrival date - Full cost of the reservation.
Green Season

May 01st to June 30th / September 01st to December 19th

  • 14 to 5 Days prior to the arrival date: 50% of the total stay.
  • 4 Days or less days Prior to the arrival date - Full cost of the reservation.