Don't go without a tour guide who can show you the animals and plants and provide an educational experience.
- JEFF B, JUL 2018
Manuel Antonio
Set high above the enchanting national park, Manuel Antonio boasts world-class views and beaches. Accommodation choices are plentiful, with some of the country's most inspired lodging options to choose from. Just imagine sparkling white sandy beaches, shimmering blue water and the fresh ocean breeze, all from the rocking chair on your patio. You'll feel stress magically leave your body as you soak up the sun in Manuel Antonio.
Between the main town and the national park, there are several world-class beaches in the area. Here, you can enjoy the wide variety of activities such as swimming, hiking the Manuel Antonio National Park, surfing, or simply relaxing while watching a vibrant sunset. Manuel Antonio is one of only two locations in Costa Rica where you can see all four types of monkey; spider, howler, white faced and the endangered squirrel monkey, many of which can be visible from your hotel window. The area is also a prime destination for spotting sloths, both in and outside of the national park. This once tiny town has blossomed into the most popular Costa Rican beach destination. Available are all the amenities you would come to expect as well as a jumping nightlife. Access to the area is possible along Coastal Highway 34 from either the north or south. The drive itself is popular among tourists as pronounced steep cliffs crash into the blue waters of the Pacific Ocean. There is also a domestic airstrip in Quepos, just 7km away.
Be sure to keep an eye on your valuables at all times. Theft is a significant problem on the beaches, not just by humans but also by white faced monkeys looking to steal a quick snack.
Traveler Feedback
Traveler Feedback
Driver was excellent. Very engaging in conversation. As bonus, he stopped us at the crocodile bridge and waited by the car until we where done seeing the sites.
- VIKTOR B, JUN 2018
We absolutely loved our tour guide Jason! He was very knowledgeable and had a great sense of humor. He pointed out the different species to us and made sure we all were able to observe thru the telescope!!
- CHRISTINE M, JUN 2018
Our private transfer drivers were on time, and they got us to our destinations quickly and safely. We were especially glad to have an experienced driver on our ride back to SJO in heavy rain and thunderstorms. If we had tried driving ourselves, it would have taken probably a couple hours longer. Thank you, Anywhere Costa Rica!
- GIAANA P, JUN 2018
From everything from my hotel at The Falls to my sister’s hotel which was Costa Verde where she had her wedding, everything was truly amazing!! The National Park, Manuel Antonio is a pristine gem teaming with exotic wildlife. This was our second time here and we will be returning again. Costa Rica is like heaven on earth! Pura Vida!!
- WENDY B, MAY 2018
Stunning views. Beautiful beach.
- LISA H, MAY 2018
Best place we stayed in Costa Rica. National park is a must.
- GEMMA H, MAY 2018
Hotel Plaza Yara was a wonderful recommendation. We are glad we decided to rent a car because the area is not very walkable. Plus we were able to drive easily to Domenical and other nearby areas of interest.
- MARNIE K, MAY 2018
National park is big attraction here and well worth getting a guide and exploring afterwards
- KRISTEN S, MAY 2018
Beautiful beaches everywhere from free to the one’s located within the National Park. Definitely must go if you love beaches.
- LINDA T, MAY 2018
Something for everyone! Beach, swimming, surfing, parasailing, fishing, catamaran tours, snokeling, and don't forget the best part, the rainforest, lots of wildlife! Awesome place, lots of people.
- ROBERT L, MAY 2018
Loved our upgraded suite at La Mansion! We were literally in the tree tops with monkeys on our balcony! It was a very hilly hike to beach, although lovely once you got there. If you like to walk a lot from your hotel, this might not be the place for you. Very steep, narrow windy roads made walking to explore a bit treacherous.
- SARAH O, APR 2018
My favourite place in Costa Rica!
- PRIYANKA P, APR 2018
Our hotel, Makanda by the sea was amazing. Manuel Antonio is one of those places you could spend 2 weeks at and not run out of things to do or find all the hidden gems. Loved the monkeys! My favourite was snorkeling and my boyfriend’s was fishing.
- BARB K, APR 2018
outstanding area, with wonderful, breathtaking views, ocean and mountains! monkeys, sloths, snorkeling, it's all here!
- PATRICIA K, APR 2018
People were friendly and helpful. All areas were clean, buses were cheaper than taxis going to the beach or town Quepos
- ALFRED G, APR 2018
This was the best hotel. The people were wonderful at Tulemar
- BETTY M, APR 2018
Excellent location. Very safe. Our tour guide (Jason Salano) into Manuel Antonio park was passionate and very helpful.
Locals were very friendly and helpful.
Would highly recommend to friends.
- MURALI M, MAR 2018
Absolutely loved it
- BRENDAN N, MAR 2018
Loved Manuel Antonio. Lots of wildlife.
- MELISSA G, MAR 2018
We really enjoyed Manuel Antonio and would go back!
- LISA O, MAR 2018
We have had such beautiful views of the Pacific sunsets and nature all around. We walked into town from our hotels a few times and rode taxis until we learned to use the local bus. Much cheaper and so easy. Everyone we have met has been so helpful and friendly.
- FLORA N, MAR 2018
Can't say enough about this part of the world. The climate was perfect, the best beautiful and quiet, the food was off the charts and the local people were the best part of the trip. My girls fell in love with Costa Rica. Pura Vida!
- GABRIEL R, MAR 2018
The best vacation ever, the local people is friendly and helpful
- ELIZABETH T, MAR 2018
Our guide was very knowledgeable and we saw everything from a boa, monkeys, sloths, bats, birds, lizards, iguanas, green snakes, frogs. I feel like our guide not only showed us the wildlife but helped us learn about the forest and the plants as well. Best hike of our trip. So sorry I don’t remember our guide’s name because I would love to acknowledge him. We had so many guides throughout our trip that I can’t keep them straight.
- KIM T, MAR 2018
Beautiful part of the country and excellent accomodations.
- JAMES F, MAR 2018
The national park here was seriously packed with wildlife. We saw more animals here than anywhere else we went in Costa Rica. I will say tho, it was only because we hired a guide who pointed everything out we would have missed otherwise.
- KATIE D, MAR 2018
Loved Manuel Antonio and would highly recommend it to everyone. The national park was great. Got to see tons of wildlife. The beach was also great and not too crowded.
- KAPLAN , FEB 2018
Beautiful time in MA! Very easy to get around and people are fantastic. Not one bad thing to say about it
- KAT B, JAN 2018
The Manuel Antonio naional park is a Must see. Saw many sloths, lizards, big blue butterfiles,howler monkeys. Wonderful experience.
- SHARMILA J, DEC 2017
We loved the gorgeous beach
Hotel Espadilla was perfect
We ate well
Played games by the pool
- SMITHA G, DEC 2017
Fabulous!!!
Should have stayed longer!!!
- CHERYL S, DEC 2017
This was one of the most beautiful spots on my journey. It was a bit touristy and crowdy, but to expect because of the national park. But, beautiful scenery and would not have missed it!
- CAROLINE L, DEC 2017
on time pick up, spacious vehicle, friendly driver
- MARLO V, DEC 2017
My favourite place to visit in all of Costa Rica.
Beautiful beaches with incredible waves, and some safe swimming areas.
Highly recommend renting an ATV to get around, not great for walking on the dirt roads.
- JOE M, NOV 2017
Beautiful place!!! I recommended my friends and family to visit Manuel Antonio
- MARITZA E, NOV 2017
If you can only go to one destination in Costa Rica, I suggest Manuel Antonio. A lot of wildlife, the beach, the rainforest, it has it all.
- PATTY B, NOV 2017
Because we booked this whole trip with less than 24 hours notice, we didn't have much communication with you about where we were going. You did a delightful job in recommending this general area. The little town of Manuel Antonio didn't have much in it, and it wasn't particularly walkable (from shop to shop or restaurant), but we loved the general ambiance and of course it was the gateway to the famous national park. We spent more time in the town of Quepos.
- JULIE W, SEP 2017
While this is a popular destination with a lot of fellow tourists, there is enough space to spread out on the beautiful beaches and in the National Park itself. The wildlife and scenery are superb and make this a must-see destination.
- BECKY R, AUG 2017
Aside from the rainy afternoons- amazing place- beautiful beaches & we loved our Hotel
- ELSA A, AUG 2017
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