The best spa hotels in Manuel Antonio

Hey! Indulge in the ultimate pampering experience at one of these luxurious spa hotels. Designed to provide relaxation, rejuvenation, and tranquility, these properties offer an array of wellness services that range from massages and facials to yoga classes and meditation sessions. To make your search for the perfect spa hotel in in Manuel Antonio easier, I've compiled this list of top-rated properties for your consideration. So sit back, relax, and explore your options - your ultimate wellness retreat awaits!

• 1 Boutique Hotel Las Cascadas The Falls Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

  

  Hotel. Las Cascadas is a boutique aparthotel in a beachfront town surrounded by wildlife. It offers scuba diving, flying boat tours and waterfall abseiling. There is also a pool with a waterfall and comfortable lounge area with free WiFi. Guests at Condotel Las Cascadas can visit Manuel Antonio National Park, just an 8-minute drive from the hotel. Nahome Oceanfront Park is just 4 minutes' walk away. The spacious suites at Las Cascadas have air conditioning and wood interiors, decorated with tropical plants. Some also have free WiFi access, kitchen facilities or panoramic views. You can walk to central Quepos in just 5 minutes, where you can find a range of restaurants, shops and a casino. Pez Vela Marina is 2 blocks away and other local attractions include canopy zip line tours, whitewater rafting, sunset dinner cruises and nature walks. Condotel Las Cascadas is 3 km from Quepos Airport. Parking is free, and the property may help the guests arrange a shuttle service for a fee, prior request, to and from the airport. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around $130.

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• 2 Parador Nature Resort and Spa Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

  

  Resort. The resort is located on the Punta Quepos promontory in Costa Rica, surrounded by 12 acres of wildlife-rich tropical rainforest with panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and Manuel Antonio. This eco-luxury resort features 3 swimming pools and 3 restaurants. Each bright, air-conditioned room at the Parador Nature Resort and Spa has a balcony with ocean, garden or jungle views. All accommodation has cable TV, a minibar and coffee maker. All rooms have free Wi-Fi. La Galeria Restaurant serves a range of innovative cuisine and overlooks the Parador’s gardens, while El Quijote and El Galeon offer lighter dishes. There is also 2 bars. The Parador’s spa offers a range of treatments, including wraps and massage. At the spa they offer a hot tub and plunge pool. With such close proximity to a national park, it receives any number of very unique visitors on a daily basis, including several species of monkeys, sloths and a wonderful variety of birds. The resort offers a free shuttle service to the beaches surrounding Manuel Antonio Park. There is a range of hiking trails in the jungle surrounding the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around $266.

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• 3 Hotel San Bada Resort & Spa Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

  

  Hotel. Located at the entrance to the Manuel Antonio National Park, this hotel features an outdoor swimming pool and spa. Manuel Antonio Beach is just 2 minutes’ walk away. All rooms at Hotel San Bada offer ocean or park views. They feature hardwood floors, air conditioning and a ceiling fan. Each is equipped with a 32-inch LCD TV, free Wi-Fi, a mini bar and a safe. There is a restaurant, bar and snack bar at the hotel. Guests can relax in the sun loungers by the pool, on the terrace or in the garden. A wide range of outdoor and water activities are available in the surrounding area, including canoeing, diving, horse riding or fishing. There is also a games room and the hotel rents bicycles. Quepos Pier is about 5 minutes’ drive away. Quepos Managua Airport, with regular flights to San José, can be reached in about 10 minutes by car. Show full description Guest review score 8.1, rooms from around $193.

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• 4 Arenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

  

  Resort. Arenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort by Cayuga Collection features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, garden, a bar and shared lounge in Manuel Antonio. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi. The property has a hammam, evening entertainment and a concierge service. The units come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a coffee machine, a bath, a hairdryer and a desk. All units feature a wardrobe. Guests at the resort can enjoy a continental breakfast. Arenas del Mar Beachfront offers a terrace. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at the accommodation. Playa Biesanz is 1.3 km from Arenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort, while El Santuario Canopy Adventure Tour is 1.6 km away. The nearest airport is Tobías Bolaños International, 119 km from the resort, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around $1340.

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• 5 Makanda by The Sea Hotel Adults Only Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

  

  Hotel. We would like our Guests to experience Costa Rica at its fullest and most beautiful. As such, during the high season (01/01/2022 - 30/04/2023), Makanda By The Sea observes a 3 night minimum stay. We can't wait for our Guests to spend their holidays in our elegant escape. Offering an outdoor swimming pool and a restaurant, Makanda by The Sea Hotel Adults Only is located in Manuel Antonio. Full breakfast is available for $30+tax. The property is 200 metres from the private beach. The suites here will provide you with a TV, air conditioning and a balcony. Complete with a microwave, the dining area also has a refrigerator. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with a hairdryer. Some suites have a sea view and a garden view. The studios also include an iPod dock, a CD player and cable channels. The property has an on-site restaurant, and the nearest supermarket is located 600 metres away. At Makanda by The Sea Hotel Adults Only you will find a terrace. Other services offered include a massages and a tour desk. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including horse riding and fishing. Juan Santamaría International Airport is 68 km away. The property offers free parking and free Wi-Fi access. Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around $660.

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• 6 Issimo Suites (Adults Only) Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

  

  Hotel. Offering an outdoor swimming pool and a restaurant, Issimo Suites is located in Manuel Antonio. Free WiFi access and free private parking are available. Each room here will provide you with a cable TV, air conditioning and a private bathroom with a shower, bath and free toiletries. You can enjoy a beautiful view of the ocean and surrounding gardens. At Issimo Suites you will find a terrace and a bar. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including fishing and snorkelling. The property offers a spa and wellness centre. Juan Santamaría International Airport is 67 km away. Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around $369.

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• 7 Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

  

  Hotel. This stylish boutique hotel is set upon the hills of Quepos Point, just a 5-minute walk from Biesanz Beach and a 10-minutes walking from Manuel Antonio National Park Beach. It offers free WiFi, an outdoor pool with sun terrace, and a luxurious spa with hot tub. The elegantly decorated air-conditioned rooms at Shana Hotel & Spa feature a furnished balcony with garden or ocean views. Flatscreen cable TV, a minibar and safe are all included, while the luxurious bathrooms with rain shower, bathrobes. The hotel offers a free daily breakfast at the on-site Bella Vista Restaurant, which serves both regional and international cuisine throughout the day, while the Living Bar and Lounge offers the perfect setting for relaxing. Hiking, cycling and fishing are all popular nearby. The Manuel Antonio National Park and the village of Quepos are two of the most amazing tourist attractions in Costa Rica. both just a 15-minute drive away. Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio offers car rental and free private parking. San Jose and Juan Santamaría International Airport are a 2-hour drive away. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around $155.

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• 8 Si Como No Resort & Wildlife Refuge Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

  

  Resort. This charming hotel is set in the jungle above Costa Rica’s Manuel Antonio National Park and is a 5 minute car ride to the beach. It offers a cinema, spa, hot tub and 2 outdoor pools with a waterslides and a swim-up bar and a butterfly garden. The air-conditioned rooms at the Sí Como No Resort, Spa & Wildlife Refuge feature tiled floors and modern décor. Each one offers jungle views, a sofa and a coffee-maker. The Sí Como No has a contemporary typical restaurant , as well as a snack bar with live music. The Boca Bar Mogotes is a swim-up bar where you can enjoy a cocktail in the pool. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around $269.

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• 9 Gaia Hotel & Reserve- Adults Only Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

  

  Hotel. Surrounded by spectacular rainforest and wildlife, Gaia Hotel and Reserve is located near Manuel Antonio Beach, 7 minutes' drive from the coast in Costa Rica and offers chic accommodation. The luxury hotel features a luxury spa, gym, pool and one day tours. The air-conditioned rooms are beautifully decorated in neutral tones, with wood and wicker furnishings. They enjoy views over the tropical rainforest and come with a flat-screen TV. The adults-only area of the hotel offers 18 suites with exclusive access to a 3-level infinity pool. Gaia Hotel and Reserve offers a spa area with a steam bath, sauna and beauty salon. Guests can enjoy fine dining in the on-site restaurant or 24-hour room service. This resort is set within the Gaia Nature Reserve in Manuel Antonio, and the property provides transportation to beach area and the national park from 07:30 until 16:30. Quepos Managua Airport is approximately 3 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around $268.

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• 10 Los Altos Resort Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

  

  Hotel. Los Altos Beach Resort & Spa is situated in Manuel Antonio and offers luxurious suites with a fully-equipped kitchen and balcony. The hotel has free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. The design suites at Los Altos Beach Resort & Spa are equipped with air conditioning, satellite TV and a DVD player. Each modern bathroom has a spacious shower as well as a bathtub. Guests can spend the day by the pool or pay a visit to the fitness centre. There is also a spa and a secluded beach area to enjoy the peace and quiet to the fullest. The spacious restaurant offers wide views of The Pacific and serves a selection of international dishes. The bar is available for refreshing cocktails during the day and evening. Los Altos Beach Resort & Spa offers free parking facilities and is situated a 5-minute drive from the Manuel Antonio beach. The Juan Santamaría International Airport is a 2.5-hour drive from the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around $513.

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• 11 Selina Manuel Antonio Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

  

  Hotel. Offering a year-round outdoor pool and children's playground, Selina Manuel Antonio is situated in Manuel Antonio in the Puntarenas Region, 2.3 km from Manuel Antonio National Park. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Selina Manuel Antonio features free WiFi throughout the property and a yoga deck with 360° views of the jungle. There is a shared kitchen at the property, a restaurant and outdoor activities such as rafting. Tobías Bolaños International Airport is 169 km away. Show full description Guest review score 7.8, rooms from around $26.

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• 12 Hotel La Mariposa Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

  

  Hotel. Hotel La Mariposa is located 2 km from Manuel Antonio Beach. It features panoramic views of the ocean and the Manuel Antonio National Park, Spanish-Mediterranean design and a terrace with swimming pool. The rooms offer modern décor, air conditioning, a desk, fridge, telephone and flat-screen cable TV. The terraces feature ocean views and the bathrooms offer shower, hairdryer and free toiletries. Le Papillon restaurant serves French cuisine; the Sunset Bar & Lounge has international drinks and there is also a pizza place and a pool bar for guests to enjoy. Room service is available. Activities like canopy tours, fishing, rafting and horseback riding can be arranged at Hotel La Mariposa. This property is 10 minutes’ drive from Quepos Village and 5 minutes’ drive from Manuel Antonio Beach. Juan Santamaria International Airport is 2 hours’ drive away. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around $275.

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• 13 Hotel Oceans Two Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

  

  Hotel. Located in Manuel Antonio, 1.4 km from Playitas Beach, Hotel Oceans Two provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Each accommodation at the 4-star hotel has sea views, and guests can enjoy access to a restaurant and to a bar. The accommodation features room service, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests. At the hotel every room is fitted with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Hotel Oceans Two offers certain units with pool views, and rooms are fitted with a balcony. At the accommodation the rooms include bed linen and towels. A à la carte, continental or American breakfast is available daily at the property. Biesanz is 1.5 km from Hotel Oceans Two, while Espadilla Beach is 1.5 km away. The nearest airport is La Managua, 9 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around $297.

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• 14 Hotel Tres Banderas Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

  

  Hotel. Located between Quepos town and Manuel Antonio National Park, this hotel has free Wi-Fi access, outdoor pool and BBQ facilities. Hotel Tres Banderas offers free parking on site and valet parking services. A spacious balcony, cable TV, and a safety-deposit box are included in each room as well as an en-suite bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Bungalows feature a small refrigerator, as well. Suites feature a balcnoy and the property's villa has a fully equipped kitchen. White Eagle, the on-site restaurant, specializes in Polish-style dishes and International cuisine. Pura Vida Bar offers daily happy hours from 14:00 until 17:00. Quepos Marina, a popular spot for divers and people who like sport fishing, is locates 3.5 km from Tres Banderas, and the Manuel Antonio Beach is 3 km away. The Manuel Antonio National Park is 3.5 km away, and Quepos Dock can be reached in a 6-minute drive. This property offers spa and wellness packages. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around $76.

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