Hotels in Manuel Antonio with Abundant Wildlife

Browse 10 hotels in Manuel Antonio mentioned by Kimkim travelers with abundant wildlife

Parador Nature Resort & Spa

4.7

(23)

· Upscale

Parador Nature Resort & Spa owner's love of the Spanish aesthetic led to the property's name, parador, which translates to "stopping point" or "resting place." You can expect beautiful grounds with Spanish sculptures, tile work, and decor. The property is one of the most family-friendly in...

“Amazing hotel which felt like we were in the rain forest with monkeys, sloth, iguanas all around the grounds.” — neil p.

“We enjoyed watching the antics of the monkeys.” — PAULA M.

“We watched the monkeys and birds from our balcony on early mornings.” — JULIE M.

Hotel Playa Espadilla

4.8

(15)

· Mid-Range

Hotel Playa Espadilla offers a quiet, family-friendly stay just steps from the beach and the Manuel Antonio National Park entrance. The recently renovated rooms and suites are simple and comfortable, and the surrounding property features lush grounds and gardens with outdoor pools, private...

“the grounds have wildlife but we ran out of time there to explore due to an all day snorkeling trip we took.” — Shochet M.

“Monkeys, lizards and exotic birds on the grounds all the time.” — James K.

“It is surrounded by the park so you hear all the beautiful sounds of nature.” — DIANA T.

Hotel La Mariposa

4.6

(55)

· Upscale

As it's a hillside property, most travelers stay at La Mariposa for its incredible views, some of the best on offer in Manuel Antonio. The hotel is conveniently located near shops and restaurants, with easy access to Playa Espadilla and the national park via a short (and free) shuttle ride....

“with the birds flying by our porch, monkeys in the trees, and butterfly's everywhere is truly a unique Costa Rica experience.” — Anne A.

“Hotel grounds had cool animals walking or flying around- macaws, lizards, monkeys etc.” — Sushma S.

“We loved that the hotel itself had a lot of wildlife. We saw a sloth, two macaws, toucans, spider monkeys and a white-faced monkey right there at the hotel.” — Tabatha S.

Hotel Costa Verde

4.5

(41)

· Upscale

The vibe at this 70-room hotel, which has quirky features like an airplane converted into a private suite, might be described as "Costa Rica kitsch." Hotel Costa Verde opened in 1988; the vast property has three pools, four restaurants, guest rooms, and suites spread across 20 acres (8 ha) of...

“Monkeys everywhere, which we all loved.” — Marcia J.

“More monkeys than people!!!” — Andrea B.

“lots of monkeys that you can enjoy on your balcony.” — Kevin S.

Issimo Suites Boutique Hotel & Spa—Adults Only

4.6

(8)

· Upscale

Located in a prime position near Manuel Antonio National Park and Manuel Antonio Beach, Issimo Suites Boutique Hotel & Spa—Adults Only is a modern boutique hotel. It has 13 suites in a striking contemporary building built right into a hillside overlooking the ocean. All rooms have ocean...

“some howler monkeys and toucans living in the trees outside our room” — Debi R.

“If you are lucky, you might see monkeys around the front of the property” — Todd K.

Tulemar Resort

5.0

(3)

· Luxury

Tulemar Resort sits amid a lush rainforest preserve overlooking the Pacific, just minutes from downtown Manuel Antonio. Guests can choose from studio-like rooms and one-bedroom bungalows to luxurious three-bedroom villas, all with unique octagonal designs that take advantage of the surrounding...

“Our balcony was on the feeding route of different monkey troops and so every day between 3 and 4 pm monkeys would climb trees right next to our balcony.” — Brook W.

“One day 10 squirrel monkeys even climbed onto the balcony right next to us and wrestled and played with each other while we looked on!” — Brook W.

“Amazing location with wildlife and beach - would definitely recommend staying at Salty Breeze as monkey troops come through every single day.” — Karen P.

Makanda by The Sea Hotel Adults Only

4.6

(5)

· Luxury

Nestled in the coastal hillside of the Manuel Antonio Rainforest, Hotel Makanda is a luxurious 5-star boutique hotel that offers a stylish stay and a prime location. Guests can expect stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and lush Costa Rican jungle. The hotel's spacious and stylish suites, ranging...

“There were more animals around the pool than we saw anywhere else during our entire trip (monkeys, iguanas, sloths, toucans, macaws).” — Abby S.

“You see monkeys and birds all around the property - monkeys even showed up for breakfast.” — Kathryn P.

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Karahé Beach Hotel

4.3

(35)

· Mid-Range

Karahé Beach Hotel is a unique property in that it has direct beach access—one of the few in Manuel Antonio. The hotel opened in 1980 as one of the first accommodations in the area and is known for its exceptionally kind and helpful staff. The area's main (and busy) road splits the property in...

“There was also many other animals that were right on the resort grounds (capuchin monkeys, lizards, agouti, toucans, etc.)-- so much so that we didn't think it was necessary to go on a nature walk through the reserve park, as all the same animals were right on our resort.” — Beth Ann A.

“Monkey's hang around the beach, and we saw a few sloths in town.” — Bridgett G.

“Liked seeing the monkeys on the property until they stole food directly off my plate.” — Shameik B.

Jungle Vista Boutique Hotel

4.0

(3)

· Mid-Range

Jungle Vista Boutique Hotel offers a clean, modern experience near the lush jungle and wildlife. The hotel features two 24-hour outdoor pools and an on-site restaurant serving breakfast with a mix of traditional and international cuisine. The contemporary and colorful rooms are located in three...

“Monkeys everywhere. Woke up to beautiful bird sounds and some Howler Monkeys.” — Loni K.

“We had a tree outside our room that belonged to a sloth so we enjoyed watching her in her several positions. We also saw a howler monkey on our tree as well as a white bearded monkey.” — Deborah D.

Hotel San Bada Resort & Spa

3.7

(20)

· Upscale

Hotel San Bada's location is nearly perfect: it's next door to the entrance of Manuel Antonio National Park and just a 2-minute walk to the beach on a private path. The property has colorful exteriors and rustic, farmhouse-style decor, and most of the simple but comfortable rooms have jungle or...

“Comfortable room facing the ocean was great for early morning bird watching and howler monkey listening.” — Tara Z.

“The best part of the hotel was watching the monkeys and toucans in the trees next to the pool!” — Jenelle B.

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