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Nestled in Manuel Antonio, La Casa Roja offers a private jungle retreat with an open concept view of the Costa Rican wildlife. Unwind by the private swimming pool or explore the lush gardens, and take advantage of daily maid service and laundry facilities.

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Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 4139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

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Open-Air Jungle Villa, Private Pool + Concierge — Manuel Antonio

  • 🌿 La Casa Roja — Private Open-Air Jungle Villa in Manuel Antonio | Pool • Wildlife • Concierge Included

    🏝️ Experience the Magic of Manuel Antonio
    Relax in your own private jungle pool villa in the heart of Manuel Antonio — where monkeys, toucans, and sloths visit daily, a dedicated concierge helps handle every detail of your stay, and the beach is just a short 10–15 minute walk away.

    La Casa Roja is a private two-bedroom open-air sanctuary designed for guests seeking a luxury villa experience with the comfort, privacy, and intimacy of a tropical home surrounded by nature.

    Tucked into the lush rainforest hills of Manuel Antonio, this peaceful retreat blends open-air tropical living, jungle views, ocean breezes, and personalized hospitality just minutes from beaches, restaurants, shops, and Manuel Antonio National Park.

    Wake up to the sounds of the rainforest, relax beside your private pool beneath the jungle canopy, and experience one of Costa Rica’s most unforgettable destinations from your own secluded villa escape.


    🏡 The Villa
    La Casa Roja is a private two-bedroom, 2.5-bath jungle villa thoughtfully designed to blend indoor comfort with the surrounding rainforest.

    ✦ Upper Level
    The upper level features spacious open-air living and dining spaces, a fully equipped kitchen, and a half bathroom. Large open areas allow tropical breezes and jungle views to flow naturally throughout the home.
    ✦ Lower Level
    The lower level includes two private air-conditioned bedroom suites:
    ◆ Primary Suite — King bed with ensuite bathroom
    ◆ Guest Suite — Queen bed with ensuite bathroom
    A futon in the open living area provides additional flexible sleeping space.


    🌴 Outdoor Living
    The outdoor spaces are designed to immerse guests in the beauty of Manuel Antonio’s tropical surroundings.
    ✦ Private swimming pool surrounded by lush jungle
    ✦ Open-air terraces and lounge areas
    ✦ Daily visits from monkeys, toucans, sloths, and exotic wildlife
    ✦ Peaceful rainforest atmosphere with ocean breezes
    Whether enjoying your morning coffee or relaxing after a beach day, the villa’s outdoor spaces create a truly unforgettable Costa Rica experience.


    📍 Prime Manuel Antonio Location
    La Casa Roja offers the perfect combination of privacy and convenience in a peaceful residential neighborhood.
    📍 10–15 minute walk to the beach
    📍 5–10 minute walk to restaurants, cafés, shops, and groceries
    📍 Short drive to Manuel Antonio National Park and local adventures
    📍 Easy access to tours, beaches, fishing, ziplining, and more
    You’ll enjoy being close to everything while still feeling surrounded by nature.


    Included Services
    ✔ Daily housekeeping and laundry service (except Sundays)
    ✔ Dedicated pool and garden maintenance
    ✔ Complimentary personal concierge service

    Our concierge can assist with:
    ✦ Airport transportation
    ✦ Private chef services
    ✦ Tours and excursions
    ✦ In-villa massages
    ✦ Restaurant reservations
    ✦ Rental cars
    ✦ Grocery delivery and more
    Enjoy the comfort of a hotel-style experience with the privacy of your own villa.

    👩‍🍳 On-Site Housekeeper (Monday–Saturday)
    The property has a professional housekeeper on-site Monday through Saturday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
    The housekeeper is present for routine cleaning, laundry, and property operations. Guests should expect staff presence on the property during these hours.
    Privacy is always respected.


    ✦ Highlights & Amenities
    ✦ Private jungle-view swimming pool
    ✦ Open-air tropical living spaces
    ✦ 2 bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms
    ✦ King bed + Queen bed accommodations
    ✦ Futon for flexible sleeping arrangements
    ✦ Air conditioning in bedrooms only
    ✦ Fully equipped kitchen
    ✦ Barbecue grill
    ✦ 100 Mbps WiFi
    ✦ Gated property with alarm system
    ✦ Keyless entry
    ✦ Parking for 1 small to medium-sized vehicle
    ✦ Toiletries, paper goods, and hairdryers included
    ✦ Daily wildlife sightings

    A Pack n Play and High Chair are available for rent for $10 each per day or $15 for both per day.

    ⚠ Important Information
    ⚠ Children: For safety reasons, children under 5 years old are not permitted due to open cable railings and elevated areas that may present fall risks for
    ⚠ Security: For your security, cameras monitor the driveway, entrances, and gardens of the home.
    ⚠ Air Conditioning: AC is provided in the bedrooms only. Please keep bedroom doors closed when the AC is running and turn it off when the room is unoccupied.
    ⚠ Power Outages: As Costa Rica is a developing nation, occasional power outages can occur, especially during the rainy season. This is not unusual and typically lasts from a few minutes to a couple of hours. Emergency flashlights are provided.
    ⚠ Wildlife: Our property is in a natural jungle setting. You may encounter insects and local wildlife. We take precautions to minimize this, but it is part of the authentic Costa Rican experience.
    ⚠Cancellations: Third party travel insurance is required to cover any cancellations outside of our cancellation policy.


    📜 House Rules
    To ensure a wonderful stay for you and to respect our community, we ask that you please observe the following rules:
    1. The primary guest booking and signing the rental agreement must be at least 25 years old.
    2. A signed rental agreement and photo ID are required within 24 hours of booking.
    3. Only registered guests listed on the rental agreement are permitted on the property at any time.
    4. Quiet hours are strictly enforced from 8:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Loud music or excessive noise is not permitted. Loud noise after 8:00 PM may be grounds for eviction.
    5. No pets, smoking, commercial photography, parties, or events are allowed.
    6. A $500 security deposit hold is required prior to check-in.
    7. Before you arrive, you will be asked to complete guest verification through third-party provider Truvi. This is done to ensure compliance with short-term rental regulations while also providing additional protection for both guests and the property. Truvi will contact you via email and/or text message to complete the verification. Please complete the process prior to arrival to ensure a smooth and easy check-in experience.
    8. Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 10:00 AM.

    🌺 Your Private Jungle Escape Awaits
    Relax, reconnect, and experience the beauty of Manuel Antonio from your own private jungle retreat.

    From open-air living and daily wildlife encounters to concierge services and walkable beach access, La Casa Roja offers a uniquely memorable Costa Rica vacation experience.

    We also host additional nearby villas ideal for groups of all sizes — check our host profile for more options.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

A signed rental contract (including names and ages) w/photo ID is reqd w/n 24 hrs of booking. Person signing and staying must be at least 25 yrs old
No children under 5 yrs old, $500 Security Deposit Hold req'd. No unregistered guest at anytime. (Must be on Rental agreement); no parties, loud music
The AC is for the bedrooms only so doors should never be left open. AC should not be left running when no one is in the room. Quiet hrs are 9pm-6am

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Not recommended for children 5 yrs of age or less

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Open-Air Jungle Villa, Private Pool + Concierge — Manuel Antonio pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Open-Air Jungle Villa, Private Pool + Concierge — Manuel Antonio?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Open-Air Jungle Villa, Private Pool + Concierge — Manuel Antonio?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Open-Air Jungle Villa, Private Pool + Concierge — Manuel Antonio located?

Located in Manuel Antonio, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Playa Espadilla and Brisas Wellness Center. Biesanz Beach and Zip Coaster are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great trip and this property was fantastic! Wai, our concierge, was so helpful and was great in helping us build a great itinerary. We got to see all three kinds of of monkeys from the house. Easy walks to restaurants and bars…and we were able to walk to the beach as well. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The open design to the rain forest was amazing! We enjoyed the monkeys each morning, and the location put you in the area of restaurants and beaches, and the national park.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay here! The wildlife was incredible. The location was great and our concierge and cleaning crew were phenomenal!!! I would recommend this stay hands down!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tracey F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home private jungle and sweet cool pool perfect for hot days.

The open air living space and air-conditioned bedrooms were a wonderful best of both worlds. We saw a toucan 20 ft away in tree on first day, white faced capuchin monkeys on several occasions from the open air living room and heard the howler monkeys predawn on our final day. I would highly recommend and hope I can come back sometime to this lovely home.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Leticia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Monkeys, sloths and tree house experience

This open living house experience was completely new to us and we loved it. The wildlife was spectacular and we felt like we were in a tree house! The house is beautiful comfortable and beautifully furnished.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kristin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Jungle stay

The place is nice and spacious! The AC in the bedrooms works great, and the monkeys that visit in the evenings are a nice addition! Housekeeping comes almost every day, so you also get to come home to a made bed which doesn’t happen outside of hotels normally!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful stay with wonderful views and visits from monkeys

The stay at La Casa Roja was so wonderful that I did not want to leave. It was the best location and had the best views! The host was very friendly and cared about me during my trip as a solo traveler. Even scheduled my excursions! The home looks exactly like the pictures and I really enjoyed the pool while the monkeys watched! Everything is so close!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sharilyn A.

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Awesome

This place is amazing! Make sure to use the chef for at least one dinner. Everything was perfect. Very clean and communication was excellent. We had rain our whole visit but didn’t stop us from enjoying ourselves. With the open air we had visitors of sloths and monkeys everyday.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Beth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Monkey expressway

If you want to enjoy nature from the comfort of home, Casa Roja is the place to be. Everyday we saw a variety of animals, including each of the three monkey families that live there. The house is very comfortable and is close to restaurants and stores. The concierge booked our events, even last minute asks.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Steven C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Jungle Living

La Casa Roja was everything we hoped for and exactly as presented. We loved watching the monkeys daily right off the living room balcony. We even spotted a sloth and enjoyed checking on him daily. We had a chef come in one night for supper and recommend trying that a least once. Wai was extremely helpful for all of our needs and requests. We were close to some excellent restaurants and enjoyed the area tremendously.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Monica B.

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Perfect jungle location!

2 couples shared Casa Roja for a week and loved it. The jungle location saw daily monkeys of all kinds very up close and personal! The jungle canopy provided a welcoming relief from the hot sun, and a dip in cool pool was perfect. The open concept (to the jungle) main living area was so fun. You felt like you were in a tree house. The air conditioning in the bedrooms was perfect. Wai, our property manager was so helpful and prompt with communication. Highly recommend this property
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steven V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Extraordinary Jungle House

Casa Roja gave us a once-in-a lifetime experience. The open air concept is beyond unique and allows you to feel like you are lounging right in the middle of the jungle. We had daily visits from a sloth, titi and howler monkeys, and so enjoyed the refreshing pool under the canopy of flora. Scott’s communication is exceptional and the on-site support was also top notch. Thank you, thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kari M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house in Manuel Antonio!

This house was amazing for our Costa Rica trip! Groups of monkeys passed through the treetops everyday, so nonstop entertainment for a family from the US. The house was also spacious with air conditioned bedrooms. Its location in Manuel Antonio was perfect. You can walk to the restaurants, shops, grocery store and beach. Walking is a bit difficult with the tiny roads and hills, but doable. I would recommend renting a 4 wheel drive so you can drive to Espadilla Beach, which was much easier with all the beach gear. The hosts were also helpful. Wai had excellent communication upon arrival and booked all our tours. Would definitely book here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Erin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Jungle paradise!

We loved staying at Casa Roja - the open air concept is not something we had ever experienced, and this location was perfect for it. Still felt very private and luxurious, while being embedded in the local wildlife. We were visited by howler and capuchin monkeys and beautiful birds. There are nice fans throughout the house to make it pleasant even on a hot day, and the bedroom has its own AC unit to cool off even more if needed. The kitchen had everything you would need to cook, but there are also fabulous restaurants and coffee shops within a short walk. We even visited the local yoga studio, which was a treat. The housekeeper and concierge were both so thoughtful in greeting us and keeping us comfortable. The pool is fabulous and clean, but spectacular beaches are also a short walk away. We hope to be back to this fabulous house and surrounding community!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

denice l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Villa Roja Stay

We spent 2 nights - which shed we had booked 3 but too late to snatch 3rd night. Place WONDERFUL! Great my location for beach and national park- off main street but easy walk to main street- catch bus, shop, &/or eat. Home has everything-jungle like setting & open air.Communication above & beyond. coordinate our arrival & tour. arr
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Chuck B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful 25th Wedding Anniversary vacation

Hello- I give this stay a 10/10. It is everything mentioned in previous reviews and MORE. from the check-in process, the stay, to the check out process was flawless. housekeeping was amazing and Wai (concierge) was wonderful. you WILL be greeted by wildlife everyday. We saw all 3 types of monkeys during our stay. Great restaurants and shopping within walking distance. It truly is an experience we will never forget. So much to do around the area if you want to, but the real entertainment is the animals you will see at the house. the pool really is wonderful as well as it can get hot and humid in the CR sun, but the pool real is refreshing. thank you all!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paypar T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Experience of a lifetime

This was included in a week long trip we made down to Costa Rica, 3 nights of which we chose Casa Roja. Best choice! We got to see the resident Sloth with her baby with her immaculate slow motion moves climbing the tree right in front of the balcony. Woke up by the howler monkeys every day very early in the morning. Visited by the Capuchin white face monkeys and their amazing personalities more than a few times!! This trip will always be a great memory in our minds. Especially our 6 & 9 year old sons for sure! Special thanks to Wai and Scott who always kept in touch. Wai made sure to greet us despite our late arrival and explained to us all we needed to know to help us make the very best out of this great memorable stay. This is a place run by beautiful professional staff who know and love what they do. Look no further, you have found the right spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay to relax and see nature

The house is fantastic, with "in your face nature". We saw all three species of monkey from the open balcony in the span of two days. The house has everything... art, pool, and many other plus'. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

WOW!

What a great place to stay! The description of La Casa Roja is bang on! What a great place! Did I mention that already? 4 of us stayed for 6 nights and loved every minute of it. The open air concept was incredible. To be able to sit and watch Howler, White Face and Titi monkeys come through the backyard jungle along with Macaws, Agoutis and the resident Sloth was amazing! The owner, concierge and housekeeper were all great people and made our stay perfect! We highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 Stars – A Magical Stay in the Heart of the Rainforest!

This house in Manuel Antonio was absolutely perfect! The open design made it feel like the backyard was the rainforest, and every day felt like a true Costa Rican adventure. We were lucky enough to have daily visits from Titi, Howler, and Capuchin monkeys, plus a surprise guest—a three-toed sloth we named Stewy!From the moment we arrived, everything was seamless. Our concierge, Susan, met us at check-in, gave us a full tour, and shared the most amazing news: daily housekeeping from Alayna, who also did our laundry. OMG, dreams do come true! The house itself was spotless, comfortable, and so close to everything. There’s really no need to rent a car in Manuel Antonio; most excursions include transportation, and taxis are easy and affordable (about 10 anywhere).We visited in early July and had a bit of rain every other evening, but it never interrupted our adventures. Two highlights of our trip were the incredible Vanilla Villa Tour and white-water rafting on the Naranjo River—both absolute musts!I already miss waking up to the sounds of Howler monkeys and can’t wait to come back. This home truly felt like a slice of paradise, and we can’t recommend it enough!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very unique and relaxing spot

Everything about this stay was amazing. The open living room provided soothing jungle sounds while relaxing on comfy furniture. It was an amazing way to start and end every day. Full kitchen allowed us to cook meals but we were a short walk from the incredible dishes at Emilio’s cafe so we didn’t cook as much as we thought we were going to. Besides the many excursion options in the area, we walked down to the beach a few times. The sandy beach offered soft sand, a cool breeze, and gorgeous vistas. As far as communication, it couldn’t have been better. Wai, the concierge, greeted us upon arrival and showed us around the house. He also came to see us off at the end of our stay. He was available by text or email any time I needed him for anything. We also had amazing communication with the home’s owner. Scott gave us a list of the restaurants that he and his wife enjoy. I wish I could have tried them all (next time!). He also had some suggestions for adventurous excursions and beautiful spots to visit within a short drive of Manuel Antonio. From a comfort perspective, the master bed was heavenly and I slept very well with no aches and pains in the morning. The shower has plenty of hot water and just the right amount of pressure.Loved my time in Manuel Antonio and I can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025