"Immaculate hotel with a nice pool and bar area. Nice long happy hour in the afternoon with delicious cocktails.
We saw toucans and monkeys regularly while here and the monkeys were very entertaining. All staff were friendly and helpful, would definitely recommend. "
"This hotel is an absolute dream! The rooms are beautifully appointed, comfortable and private. The pools are gorgeous, especially the saltwater infinity pool where you can relax and watch the most magnificent sunsets over the Pacific Ocean. Food is excellent, and drink selections at all the bars are fantastic, made with natural fruit and premium spirits. Don’t forget to check out the small private beach, where you’ll find white-faced capuchin monkeys swinging from the trees. A stay at Makanda will make Manuel Antonio even more magical!"
"I stayed here with two of my friends for the last leg of our Costa Rica trip to celebrate my 40th birthday and cannot say enough good things about this hotel! The room was spacious, clean and comfortable. We also had a gorgeous patio as well as a rooftop terrace, which was wonderful for enjoying coffee in the mornings and watching the macaws 🤗
Our personal concierge, Stephanie, was incredibly helpful and communicative during our stay. She checked in on us each day and helped to coordinate dinner reservations in town, taxi rides and even a private cooking class onsite for us at the hotel! ☺️
The hotel is beautifully positioned at the top of a hill, with excellent views of the ocean, and wildlife. We saw macaws everyday, as well as toucans and parakeets. I highly recommend taking the complimentary scarlet macaw tour on the property to learn more about the native wildlife. We saw three sloths on our tour, including a mom +baby!
If you are visiting Manuel Antonio, I highly recommend booking your stay at Gaia!"
"Overall, the property was beautiful, clean, and well maintained. The wildlife was a highlight of the stay. We saw monkeys, a sloth, lizards and many different types of birds, which made the experience feel especially unique. The hotel itself was peaceful and never felt overly crowded, which was a major plus.
The main drawback was the service, which was consistently slow throughout the stay. From check-in to being seated and served at lunch and dinner, there were noticeable delays. At the wet bar, I waited about 15 minutes before the bartender was able to take my order. It did not seem to be a reflection of the staff themselves, but rather that the property appeared understaffed, especially at the restaurants and bars. Checkout was similar, with only one person at the front desk managing both phone calls and guest departures.
The food and drinks were very good and clearly well prepared, though they felt overpriced given the level of service. Overall, the property itself was lovely and the setting was memorable, but the staffing and service experience did not quite match the price point.
Note: If you plan to drive, be extremely careful as there were a lot of cars parked on the side of the road by beach goers, making it narrow and dangerous with oncoming vehicles."
"There really is nothing to fault. What an incredible stay. Perfect location. Easy to walk to the beach and local restaurants, supermarket etc. Staff were just delightful esp on reception and in Anaconda, made such a fuss over my son for his birthday.
Room was huge and the view, well just to die for, (B2) never had such a large balcony, it was amazing.
I did question this hotel before I booked as there was some mixed reviews and the pictures were dated, I am
so glad we did, it exceeded all expectations.
We had sloths in the trees by reception, the best daily monkey breakfasts which were hilarious, especially when we had our French toast stolen. Just magic. Thank you!!!"
If you and your partner need a romantic escape, we've got just the thing. Couples choose Quepos for its natural beauty and adventure tours. During your trip, you may want to go for a sunset stroll along the water with your love at Biesanz Beach, Playa Espadilla, or Manuel Antonio Beach. Whether you'd like to be pampered at a spa or enjoy a candlelit dinner, there are 3 hotels and other lodging options in Quepos.
When is the best time of year for a romantic getaway to Quepos?
If you're hoping to get lost in the rain on your romantic getaway, check out these details about year-round temperatures in Quepos: The hottest months are usually March and April with an average temp of 77°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 75°F. The rainiest months in Quepos are October, August, July, and June, with each month seeing an average of 41 inches of rainfall.
What is there to do in Quepos?
There's nothing better than seeing a new place with your sweetheart, so consider checking out all that Quepos has to offer. If you and your love want to take in the area's natural beauty, you'll enjoy Quepos for its beaches, wildlife, and parks. You might think about stopping by Marina Pez Vela, Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge, or Biesanz Beach while you're seeing the sights.
What's the best way to get to Quepos and around town during my romantic getaway?
These transportation options in Quepos might help your romantic trip get off to a smooth start: Make your way to Quepos with a flight to Quepos (XQP), which is the closest major airport located 2 mi (3.3 km) from the city center. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.