40 Year Wedding Anniversary in Costa Rica

Costa Rica | Feb 9 - Feb 25, 2024

We loved Manatus Hotel. This room are good size and very comfortable. Liked that it isn't a huge place, so you get personal service with a smile. All meals are included (which were tasty) as no roads in or out. Only can get there by boat which is half the fun. On the boat safari our guide were experts at finding interesting reptiles, animals and flora for us to look at.

This is a beautiful hotel in a great location. Good size rooms with a balcony to watch the sunset. The food was outstanding. We enjoyed swimming and relaxing poolside after our days adventure.

We really liked that the rooms were all private large bungalows. Had plenty of private garden space outside to enjoy. The pools were enjoyable. The beach is right there for you to enjoy with hammocks and Adirondack chairs in the palm trees. Amazing sunset.

The location is great, and hotel was clean and comfortable. The only reason I gave it a 4 instead of 5 is it was a bit noisy. Lots of big families with lots of children that did as they pleased. The pool was full of children splashing and being loud. I know this isn't the fault of the hotel, but it does affect our experience.

Andres from Forest Alive was knowledgeable and just plain fun. He timed our hike so there wasn't tons of people. We didn't get 1/4 of a mile into our hike and we saw Quetzol birds, a mother hummingbird feeding her chicks, a viper snake, and bats. We went to a lovey waterfall and enjoyed the experience.

Lovely hot springs with several different temperature pools. Drinks served at the different hot springs. Dinner had lots of choice and was tasty.

Had our 40-year Wedding Anniversary dinner in the treetop dining experience. What a way to celebrate our anniversary above the treetops watching the sunset. We will always remember this culinary adventure. Food and service was beyond excellent.

We spent our last day in Costa Rica doing my two favorite things. Riding horse and swimming in a waterfall. It was a blast. The horses are well cared for. The guides make sure everyone is safe and happy. Spend plenty of time to enjoy the waterfall. Stopped halfway back to enjoy a nice lunch. Super fun day! If you are in the area this is a must do.