Aparthotel Vista Pacifico is a three-pearl hotel set on a hillside on the outskirts of downtown Jaco. The hotel’s nine guest rooms are neat and cozy, and most have well-equipped kitchenettes, plus breakfast is included in rates. Impressive views are the property’s stand-out feature, with rolling green landscapes and ocean views from the balconies or terraces of most rooms. There's a lovely outdoor pool, but other than this, there's not much else in the way of on-site facilities. The main drawback is that there’s nothing within walking distance, but it’s less than a 10-minute drive to buzzing Jaco and the beach. Travelers interested in a family-friendly hotel closer to downtown might prefer Hotel Mar De Luz.
Aparthotel Vista Pacifico is a three-pearl hotel set on a hillside on the outskirts of downtown Jaco. The hotel’s nine guest rooms are neat and cozy, and most have well-equipped kitchenettes, plus breakfast is included in rates. Impressive views are the property’s stand-out feature, with rolling green landscapes and ocean views from the balconies or terraces of most rooms. There's a lovely outdoor pool, but other than this, there's not much else in the way of on-site facilities. The main drawback is that there’s nothing within walking distance, but it’s less than a 10-minute drive to buzzing Jaco and the beach. Travelers interested in a family-friendly hotel closer to downtown might prefer Hotel Mar De Luz.
This 32-unit resort, surrounded by pretty tropical gardens on the far end of Jaco Beach, is a good value for families. Owned by a British gentleman named Philip, the hotel's key is warm hospitality and his long-standing staff is trained to provide it round-the-clock. The property consists of hotel rooms and one- and two-bedroom condos wrapped around an outdoor pool facing the Pacific Ocean -- an excellent place to learn how to surf. A gourmet restaurant serves breakfast (included in the price) and lunch, before it turns more romantic at night. All rooms and condos have tropical decor with furnished balconies or patios, but expect to see some wear and tear. Transportation can be arranged to/from San José airport, but a car is recommended for those who want to stock their kitchens.
This 32-unit resort, surrounded by pretty tropical gardens on the far end of Jaco Beach, is a good value for families. Owned by a British gentleman named Philip, the hotel's key is warm hospitality and his long-standing staff is trained to provide it round-the-clock. The property consists of hotel rooms and one- and two-bedroom condos wrapped around an outdoor pool facing the Pacific Ocean -- an excellent place to learn how to surf. A gourmet restaurant serves breakfast (included in the price) and lunch, before it turns more romantic at night. All rooms and condos have tropical decor with furnished balconies or patios, but expect to see some wear and tear. Transportation can be arranged to/from San José airport, but a car is recommended for those who want to stock their kitchens.
This intimate luxury hotel located a 10-minute drive from the entrance to Manuel Antonio National Park is one of the area's top options. Tucked into the hillside of a 14-acre nature reserve, Gaia feels appropriately exclusive and private, and has the attentive, personalized service to match. Freebies abound: a terrific a la carte breakfast, tours of the reserve, a mini spa treatment, and Wi-Fi, to name a few. The hotel’s 22 rooms, which include suites, studios, and villas, are stylishly decorated with lots of natural materials like stone, wood, and wicker. Jungle and ocean views claim the spotlight from almost every corner -- highlighted by the multi-tiered infinity pool and open-air restaurant. The hotel has a spa and a small gym. Note that only Loft and Loft Deluxe Suites allow children under 13. Travelers might want to compare rates and amenities -- and rules regarding children -- with Arenas Del Mar Beach and Nature Resort.
This intimate luxury hotel located a 10-minute drive from the entrance to Manuel Antonio National Park is one of the area's top options. Tucked into the hillside of a 14-acre nature reserve, Gaia feels appropriately exclusive and private, and has the attentive, personalized service to match. Freebies abound: a terrific a la carte breakfast, tours of the reserve, a mini spa treatment, and Wi-Fi, to name a few. The hotel’s 22 rooms, which include suites, studios, and villas, are stylishly decorated with lots of natural materials like stone, wood, and wicker. Jungle and ocean views claim the spotlight from almost every corner -- highlighted by the multi-tiered infinity pool and open-air restaurant. The hotel has a spa and a small gym. Note that only Loft and Loft Deluxe Suites allow children under 13. Travelers might want to compare rates and amenities -- and rules regarding children -- with Arenas Del Mar Beach and Nature Resort.
The four-pearl Tulemar Resort is one of the largest, most full-featured resorts in Manuel Antonio. The lush, 33-acre grounds are abundant with tropical wildlife and beautiful flora. Plus, with four infinity pools, a secluded beach, and an all-day, ocean-view restaurant, most guests won’t need to leave the property -- though it's an eight-minute drive to Manuel Antonio National Park for those who want to hike to the beach there. All 38 rooms are spacious and full-featured with kitchens/kitchenettes, multiple living areas, and water-view balconies. However, the steep, hilly grounds and somewhat rocky beach may have some guests looking elsewhere. For around the same rates, The Preserve at Los Altos shares a less-equipped section of beach but offers more sophisticated rooms.
The four-pearl Tulemar Resort is one of the largest, most full-featured resorts in Manuel Antonio. The lush, 33-acre grounds are abundant with tropical wildlife and beautiful flora. Plus, with four infinity pools, a secluded beach, and an all-day, ocean-view restaurant, most guests won’t need to leave the property -- though it's an eight-minute drive to Manuel Antonio National Park for those who want to hike to the beach there. All 38 rooms are spacious and full-featured with kitchens/kitchenettes, multiple living areas, and water-view balconies. However, the steep, hilly grounds and somewhat rocky beach may have some guests looking elsewhere. For around the same rates, The Preserve at Los Altos shares a less-equipped section of beach but offers more sophisticated rooms.
Hotel Costa Verde and its three off-site restaurants are a bit of an anomaly in otherwise low-key Manuel Antonio. Banners, billboards, and a roadside cargo plane turned restaurant look ridiculous or fun, depending on who you ask. The 20-acre, upper-mid-range resort borders Manuel Antonio National Park, but doesn't offer private beach access. Rates are low for ordinary rooms with few frills, but go up for units with kitchens and beach views, and way up for a 717 Fuselage airplane that's been converted into a one-of-a-kind luxury suite with two bathrooms and gorgeous ocean views from the cockpit. There are three swimming pools; the adult-only pool has the best ocean views and a bar. Wi-Fi, breakfast, and parking are included with the room price. The similarly priced Karahe Hotel is also low-frills but offers direct beach access.
Hotel Costa Verde and its three off-site restaurants are a bit of an anomaly in otherwise low-key Manuel Antonio. Banners, billboards, and a roadside cargo plane turned restaurant look ridiculous or fun, depending on who you ask. The 20-acre, upper-mid-range resort borders Manuel Antonio National Park, but doesn't offer private beach access. Rates are low for ordinary rooms with few frills, but go up for units with kitchens and beach views, and way up for a 717 Fuselage airplane that's been converted into a one-of-a-kind luxury suite with two bathrooms and gorgeous ocean views from the cockpit. There are three swimming pools; the adult-only pool has the best ocean views and a bar. Wi-Fi, breakfast, and parking are included with the room price. The similarly priced Karahe Hotel is also low-frills but offers direct beach access.
Situated on the low-key downtown strip in the center of Manuel Antonio, the three-pearl Hotel Mandarina is central to essential services and the town’s most popular restaurants and bars. The hotel offers a number of common amenities, including an outdoor pool and an open-air space where free hot breakfast is served daily. All 12 rooms are designed with a distinctly tico (Costa Rican) decor, plus come with mini-fridges, flat-screen TVs, and air-conditioning. However, the walls between some rooms are paper thin and the lack of reliable in-room Wi-Fi can prove frustrating. The nearby Hotel Colina offers lusher grounds, a larger pool, and a happening restaurant/bar for lower night rates.
Situated on the low-key downtown strip in the center of Manuel Antonio, the three-pearl Hotel Mandarina is central to essential services and the town’s most popular restaurants and bars. The hotel offers a number of common amenities, including an outdoor pool and an open-air space where free hot breakfast is served daily. All 12 rooms are designed with a distinctly tico (Costa Rican) decor, plus come with mini-fridges, flat-screen TVs, and air-conditioning. However, the walls between some rooms are paper thin and the lack of reliable in-room Wi-Fi can prove frustrating. The nearby Hotel Colina offers lusher grounds, a larger pool, and a happening restaurant/bar for lower night rates.