Issimo Suites Boutique Hotel & Spa—Adults Only, Manuel Antonio

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 views, jungle views, and private Jacuzzis. Completing the property are a high-end restaurant, a spa, and a pool overlooking the sea. Enjoy the surrounding natural beauty and keep an eye out for the daily visitors, including monkeys, sloths, iguanas, and more.

Pros

• Issimo Suites Boutique Hotel & Spa is surrounded by beaches and offers ocean and jungle views.
• Children under 16 are not allowed at the hotel, creating a quiet environment for adults.
• Each suite features a Jacuzzi, mostly with jungle views, where guests can relax in privacy while appreciating the views and surrounding wildlife.)   
• Past guests praised the helpful staff, including the resident musicians.
• The oceanview pool is open 24/7 all year round.

Cons

• The hotel's location is somewhat out of the way—it's best for travelers with rental cars.
• The pool is a bit small for the number of guests who stay here.
• There's no gym at Issimo Suites.

Authenticity

The charm of Issimo Suites lies in its isolation, which allows guests to feel constantly connected to nature. Visitors can enjoy the hotel's ocean views from the rooms and the restaurant, and it's common to see native wildlife like monkeys, sloths, iguanas, and toucans around the grounds.

Location

The hotel's prime location allows you to explore the nearby Manuel Antonio National Park and Manuel Antonio Beach, while Biesanz Beach and Playitas Beach are just a short walk away. Issimo Suites is close (3 miles or 5 km) to the town of Quepos, home to plenty of shops, restaurants, and cafés. Manuel Antonio National Park is 2.5 miles (4 km) away, a 10-minute drive from the hotel. 

Rooms & Bathrooms

The 13 suites at Issimo Suites feature ocean and jungle views, private Jacuzzis, and air-conditioning. The interiors are simple and sleek, characterized by stonework and white accents. Rooms come with down comforters, Egyptian cotton sheets, and flat-screen TVs. Enjoy incredible balcony views of the ocean and wildlife right from your room.

Wildlife

While relaxing poolside or on the hotel's terrace, travelers may see sloths, iguanas, and toucans. It's also possible to spot monkeys up close while sitting on the suites' balconies. 

Amenities

Issimo Suites has an oceanview pool. It's open 24/7 throughout the year, and there's seating on the deck beside the pool where travelers can enjoy a drink from the bar. (Each suite also features a Jacuzzi.) The hotel's spa offers a range of treatments, including massages and facials, making it a perfect place to unwind after a day of adventure. Free WiFi is provided at over 100 Mbps, making it possible to use up to six devices in one suite. The hotel's upper floors are not wheelchair-accessible, and there's no elevator.

Family-Friendliness

Children are not permitted at Issimo Suites, which is an adults-only hotel. 

Other Highlights

Terrazza by Issimo, the hotel's restaurant, serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner in an airy setting with a beach view. Guests can also choose to have breakfast brought to their suites' terraces. The lunch menu includes sandwiches and salads, while the dinner menu features Mediterranean dishes, seafood, grilled meats, pasta dishes, and desserts. A range of drinks, including beer, wine, and cocktails, are available.