Manuel Antonio National Park, Puntarenas Province hotel rooms at the Independent

"The rooms were cleaned regularly and spotless and the staff friendly, but what really stood out was the abundant nature. I saw more wildlife here than on all of the nature tours I went on put together. I saw 3 different types of monkey, iguanas and lots of birds including the striking fiery-billed toucan. "

"Great place. Animals all around like monkeys and sloths on the property. Great to see. "

"The staff were all so friendly, especially José who took us on the complimentary nature tour around the hotel grounds. The breakfast was excellent and the views from the restaurant were amazing and we saw toucans and monkeys whilst eating there. "

"We had a great experience at the hotel. The view was amazing, the staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The breakfast and the dinners were extremely good! The rooms were spacious and clean- would definitely recommend. We will stay here again on our next trip to Costa Rica"

"Staff was great!"

"Great staff and beautiful property!"

"What an amazing vacation we had. After 5 days most of the staff had become good friends. It was sad to say goodbye to them. The location is stunning too with 180 degree views of 2 beaches. Outside our room we had a monkey highway as each morning 10 monkeys would walk across the vines outside our room. The wildlife are real happy there as we saw sloths, friendly lizards and lots of monkeys. And last but not least, the food was amazing at both restaurants. We cant wait to return!"

"So happy we chose Gaia! Everything about it was amazing. The staff was truly incredible. Catalina, our concierge, was more than helpful at any hour of the day! "