Hotel San Bada Resort & Spa
US$213
/ night
Avg. for November
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US$213
/ night
Avg. for November
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Hotel San Bada Resort & Spa average US$155 in the cheapest month (September) and US$372 in the most expensive month (March), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$327 |
| February | US$365 |
| March | US$372 |
| April | US$292 |
| May | US$223 |
| June | US$217 |
| July | US$289 |
| August | US$261 |
| September | US$155 |
| October | US$162 |
| November | US$213 |
| December | US$250 |
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Most expensive: March (~US$372)
Cheapest: September (~US$155)
About this property
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 3 outdoor pools, a sauna, and a 24-hour fitness center. This hotel also featur...
Amenities
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 3 outdoor pools, a sauna, and a 24-hour fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-in, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and a meeting room. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free valet parking is available onsite.
Dining
Grab a bite to eat at Congo, a fine-dining restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Grab a drink at the swim-up bar while enjoying a refreshing dip in the hotel pool.A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 67 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Rooms have private furnished balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.
Location
Located in Quepos (Manuel Antonio), Hotel San Bada Resort & Spa is within a 15-minute drive of Manuel Antonio Beach and Marina Pez Vela. This family-friendly hotel is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Biesanz Beach.
What's nearby
Playa Espadilla Sur(0.8 Miles)
Playa Espadilla(0.8 Miles)
Manuel Antonio Beach(0.9 Miles)
Playa Gemelas(1.1 Miles)
Playa Puerto Escondido(1.3 Miles)
La Culebra Waterfall(1.4 Miles)
Zip Coaster(1.5 Miles)
Brisas Wellness Center(1.7 Miles)
Biesanz Beach(2.4 Miles)
Pará Beach(2.7 Miles)
Playa Tulemar(3 Miles)
Mountain Top Park(2.8 Miles)
Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge(3.2 Miles)
Cascada El Salto(3.4 Miles)
Rancho Tipico don Juan(3.9 Miles)
Quepos (XQP)(7.3 Miles)
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)(98.5 Miles)
Parking
Airport shuttle
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Business centre
Room service
Location
Next to Manuel Antonio National Park Entrance, Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
Playa Espadilla Sur (0.8 Miles)
Playa Espadilla (0.8 Miles)
Manuel Antonio Beach (0.9 Miles)
Playa Gemelas (1.1 Miles)
Playa Puerto Escondido (1.3 Miles)
La Culebra Waterfall (1.4 Miles)
Room options
5
Superior Jungle View with One King Bed
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
344 ft²
BalconyAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
7
Suite Ballena
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 4
1205 ft²
BalconyAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living Room
8
Standard Garden View
Room details
2 Double Beds
Sleeps 4
344 ft²
BalconyAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
6
Suite Mogote
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
1210 ft²
BalconyAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
5
Deluxe Room with Partial Ocean View Two Beds
Room details
2 Double Beds
Sleeps 4
344 ft²
BalconyAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
7
Deluxe Room with Partial Ocean View, One King Bed
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
344 ft²
BalconyAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
5
Suite Selva
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
, 1 Large Double Bed
and 1 Single Bed
Sleeps 5
667 ft²
BalconyAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
5
Superior Jungle View with Two Beds
Room details
2 Double Beds
Sleeps 4
344 ft²
BalconyAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
Guest reviews of Hotel San Bada Resort & Spa
8.3
Very good
Based on 789 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
0%
Couple
38%
Family
39%
Group
17%
Solo
3%
What guests think
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At Hotel San Bada Resort & Spa, travellers praise the unbeatable location beside Manuel Antonio National Park and the short walk to the beach, friendly staff, and pools with rooftop views, while noting dated areas and occasional maintenance issues.
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What guests think
At Hotel San Bada Resort & Spa, travellers praise the unbeatable location beside Manuel Antonio National Park and the short walk to the beach, friendly staff, and pools with rooftop views, while noting dated areas and occasional maintenance issues.
Rooms are often spacious and comfortable but can feel dated, with intermittent hot water or Wi-Fi and occasional broken fixtures. Food gets good feedback, especially breakfast and the rooftop sushi, though prices are high and quality varies. Overall, it is a convenient base for the park and beach, with great views and wildlife on site, but expect some uneven upkeep.
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Facilities
Multiple pools and a rooftop area with views are highlights, and parking is easy. Recurring complaints note a not-hot hot tub, occasional pool cleanliness or closures, and some worn or uncomfortable loungers.
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cheryl
15 Jan 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The one great thing about this hotel is, its next door to the National Park. Hotel is a little dated and could do with a revamp. The sun lounger by the pool downstairs are made of wood, no cushions providedso extremely uncomfortable. Music is really loud by the pool. Some of the staff, just do not give a dam about you, whilst others go out of their way for you. I would not stay here again
The one great thing about this hotel is, its next door to the National Park. Hotel is a little dated and could do with a revamp. The sun lounger by the pool downstairs are made of wood, no cushions providedso extremely uncomfortable. Music is really loud by the pool. Some of the staff, just do not give a dam about you, whilst others go out of their way for you. I would not stay here again
8
Ryan
14 Aug 2025
·
Stayed 4 nights
This hotel grew on me, we were coming from a really really nice place so the bar was high. Initially I was not impressed because we were notified 1 week before our trip that they couldn’t “honor our reservation.” When I called they said they would have to put us in either a different property for the first night or same property but pet rooms in a different building. We had agreed to this but when we came to the hotel, they had rooms available in the main building for us for the whole stay which was appreciated. There are things that need some attention there, the hot tub was not hot at all but the same temp as the pool. The restaurant was subpar and one of our party got sick after eating there the first night (not sure if it was the restaurant - we were all fine the rest of the time ) but does have a large breakfast buffet which was slightly different every day. The staff were friendly and very helpful with information about Manuel Antonio park etc. We loved seeing the monkeys and macaws and wildlife all around the hotel and in the trees outside of our room and the sunset from the sushi bar and upper pool were AMAZING. The sushi bar was better than the Congo restaurant but for really good food there are much better places around town.
This hotel grew on me, we were coming from a really really nice place so the bar was high. Initially I was not impressed because we were notified 1 week before our trip that they couldn’t “honor our reservation.” When I called they said they would have to put us in either a different property for the first night or same property but pet rooms in a different building. We had agreed to this but when we came to the hotel, they had rooms available in the main building for us for the whole stay which was appreciated. There are things that need some attention there, the hot tub was not hot at all but the same temp as the pool. The restaurant was subpar and one of our party got sick after eating there the first night (not sure if it was the restaurant - we were all fine the rest of the time ) but does have a large breakfast buffet which was slightly different every day. The staff were friendly and very helpful with information about Manuel Antonio park etc. We loved seeing the monkeys and macaws and wildlife all around the hotel and in the trees outside of our room and the sunset from the sushi bar and upper pool were AMAZING. The sushi bar was better than the Congo restaurant but for really good food there are much better places around town.
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JOSE
6 Jan 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Un hotel que está descuidado. Además de que una de sus mejores atracciones como lo es la piscina en la Azotea estaba clausurada.
Un hotel que está descuidado. Además de que una de sus mejores atracciones como lo es la piscina en la Azotea estaba clausurada.
8
Bethany
27 Aug 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
Pros: The property is absolutely beautiful and the staff was exceptional. Every single person we interacted with was friendly and helpful. The uniqueness of the location made the stay worth every penny. There was a problem with our initial room so they bumped us up to the highest suite, Suite Mogote, which blew our mind with its size and multiple balconies & roof-top terrace. We were able to see the ocean AND look directly into Manuel Antonio National Park. We saw monkeys, parrots and lizards from our own room. (And at the pool.) The pool area was wonderful and the food was all exceptional. Cons: There were several problems with our room- the jacuzzi didn't work (they came and fixed it right away), the upstairs door wouldn't lock from the outside (they came and fixed that too), the shower leaked all over the bathroom floor, and I mean puddles not just damp, and some of the lights flickered. The jacuzzi at the main pool was no warmer than the regular pool. There was no gift shop. We would've liked a snack bar option, somewhere else to grab a quick bite with a smaller, less expensive menu than the main restaurant. Overall, we would stay here again, and would recommend this resort to friends and family, but there are definitely areas that need work.
Pros: The property is absolutely beautiful and the staff was exceptional. Every single person we interacted with was friendly and helpful. The uniqueness of the location made the stay worth every penny. There was a problem with our initial room so they bumped us up to the highest suite, Suite Mogote, which blew our mind with its size and multiple balconies & roof-top terrace. We were able to see the ocean AND look directly into Manuel Antonio National Park. We saw monkeys, parrots and lizards from our own room. (And at the pool.) The pool area was wonderful and the food was all exceptional. Cons: There were several problems with our room- the jacuzzi didn't work (they came and fixed it right away), the upstairs door wouldn't lock from the outside (they came and fixed that too), the shower leaked all over the bathroom floor, and I mean puddles not just damp, and some of the lights flickered. The jacuzzi at the main pool was no warmer than the regular pool. There was no gift shop. We would've liked a snack bar option, somewhere else to grab a quick bite with a smaller, less expensive menu than the main restaurant. Overall, we would stay here again, and would recommend this resort to friends and family, but there are definitely areas that need work.
10
Kelly
3 Aug 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
Monkeys right outside was fun! Pool/swim up bar was nice. This place is right next to the entrance to MANP so that was great! Spa was Great! I had a massage two days in a row because of a very sore neck! Andrea was great! We stayed in the Ballena suite, which was wonderful! The burgers at the restaurant were the size of my son’s head! The sushi was great too! Everyone was very helpful! If you go during the rainy season, know that it rains a lot and some of the stairs get very slippery! I was hanging onto the railing and I still slipped and fell. I was fine, but just a heads up that when it rains it POURS and the floors are very slippery so be careful! Highly recommend this place!!!
Monkeys right outside was fun! Pool/swim up bar was nice. This place is right next to the entrance to MANP so that was great! Spa was Great! I had a massage two days in a row because of a very sore neck! Andrea was great! We stayed in the Ballena suite, which was wonderful! The burgers at the restaurant were the size of my son’s head! The sushi was great too! Everyone was very helpful! If you go during the rainy season, know that it rains a lot and some of the stairs get very slippery! I was hanging onto the railing and I still slipped and fell. I was fine, but just a heads up that when it rains it POURS and the floors are very slippery so be careful! Highly recommend this place!!!
10
Steve
11 Jan 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Easy parking. Friendly staff, great food, very close to MA park and beach.
Easy parking. Friendly staff, great food, very close to MA park and beach.
6
Michelle Leanne
5 Jan 2023
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Stayed 19,360 nights
Close to the ocean Pool/hot tub wasn’t ever cleaned in 7 days we stayed Not really worth the price
Close to the ocean Pool/hot tub wasn’t ever cleaned in 7 days we stayed Not really worth the price
8
Blanca
9 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Property is in a prime location. The view from the 5th floor facing the beach was breathtaking. The room was clean and staff on site was very attentive. Roof top restaurant/pool was great to bird watch and hang out. We saw a few monkeys, raccoons and Tucans. Would definitely come back again.
Property is in a prime location. The view from the 5th floor facing the beach was breathtaking. The room was clean and staff on site was very attentive. Roof top restaurant/pool was great to bird watch and hang out. We saw a few monkeys, raccoons and Tucans. Would definitely come back again.
8
David
17 Oct 2025
·
Stayed 7 nights
Pool, staff, and area was nice!
Pool, staff, and area was nice!
4
Frank
22 Mar 2024
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We booked this hotel for three nights but we stayed only two nights and moved out on third night Costa Verde Hotel. We had no hot water, no Wi-Fi, no TV since no internet, hair drier did not work, balcony door did not lock, rails on balcony were rusty, no game room as advertised, water in pool was cloudy, pool bar looked poor and needs some remodeling, pool loungers were torn, entrance to the pool smelled with sewer, breakfast and dinner at Congo restaurant were below average. We called front desk to fix room problems, but no one ever came.We also called to help us bring down our bags when we checked out but no one showed up. I think there was some language barrier, communication issues. The area around the hotel was full of merchants since it was right by the entrance to the Manuel Antonio Park. Not pretty. We would move out the second day but there was no availability at other hotels with higher rating.
We booked this hotel for three nights but we stayed only two nights and moved out on third night Costa Verde Hotel. We had no hot water, no Wi-Fi, no TV since no internet, hair drier did not work, balcony door did not lock, rails on balcony were rusty, no game room as advertised, water in pool was cloudy, pool bar looked poor and needs some remodeling, pool loungers were torn, entrance to the pool smelled with sewer, breakfast and dinner at Congo restaurant were below average. We called front desk to fix room problems, but no one ever came.We also called to help us bring down our bags when we checked out but no one showed up. I think there was some language barrier, communication issues. The area around the hotel was full of merchants since it was right by the entrance to the Manuel Antonio Park. Not pretty. We would move out the second day but there was no availability at other hotels with higher rating.
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Cleanliness
Many guests found rooms and public areas clean. Several others reported moldy odors or spots, dirty rooms or linens, and occasional issues like flies at breakfast or cloudy pool water.
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Claudia Vanessa
8 Feb 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
Very nice resort and the area was perfect. 5 minute walk to the beach and the hotel is also right next to National Park. Very friendly staff and quick service. Would definitely go again.
Very nice resort and the area was perfect. 5 minute walk to the beach and the hotel is also right next to National Park. Very friendly staff and quick service. Would definitely go again.
10
marie
9 Dec 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Underbart hotell med trevlig och tillmötesgående personal. fin frukostbuffé. Rent och fräscht på rummet. Fina rum. sköna sängar. Härlig takterrass. Lugn omgivning. Hjälpsamma att fixa utflykter. En drömvistelse.
Underbart hotell med trevlig och tillmötesgående personal. fin frukostbuffé. Rent och fräscht på rummet. Fina rum. sköna sängar. Härlig takterrass. Lugn omgivning. Hjälpsamma att fixa utflykter. En drömvistelse.
10
Anthony
4 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very clean, very helpful staff. The hotel is in a great area.
Very clean, very helpful staff. The hotel is in a great area.
10
Stephanie
3 Nov 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Everything was great! Very clean and all the staff were so nice, friendly and helpful
Everything was great! Very clean and all the staff were so nice, friendly and helpful
6
Naga
25 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Room smelled old and some hard (bug spray) kind of smell. Very old hotel but convenient to walk to beach and Manuel Antonio National park is next to the hotel, walkable to many restaurants and souvenir shopping All pools were accessible
Room smelled old and some hard (bug spray) kind of smell. Very old hotel but convenient to walk to beach and Manuel Antonio National park is next to the hotel, walkable to many restaurants and souvenir shopping All pools were accessible
10
david
19 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was friendly, the hotel is unique and clean. Felt safe. I he walk to the beach and the surrounding area outside the hotel could be cleaned up with more litter than I would like to see.
Staff was friendly, the hotel is unique and clean. Felt safe. I he walk to the beach and the surrounding area outside the hotel could be cleaned up with more litter than I would like to see.
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Haim
6 Dec 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
San Bada hotel was the worst experience my family have ever had with hotels. We have reserved and paid in advanced two rooms for 3 nights for my family vacation and were charged $335 per room per night. We have expected a reasonable hotel for this price but we were EXTREMLY disappointed. We have found a run down old hotel. The rooms smell terrible and are full of bugs. The sheets are not clean and the pillows are smelly. The staff are tired and really do not care. After the first night we went for breakfast and found the place dirty and full of flies. We really could not eat there. We approached the manager and explained our huge disappointment of the hotel. We asked to leave and asked for refunds for the two nights left (that we have paid in advance). The manager was rude and refused to refund anything. To save our family vacation, we had to make new reservation in another hotel and left San Bada hotel. It left us with a terrible taste for our vacation. The San Bada hotel charges high price for very poor return. The exuberant price for this terrible hotel, in my opinion is NOT justified.
San Bada hotel was the worst experience my family have ever had with hotels. We have reserved and paid in advanced two rooms for 3 nights for my family vacation and were charged $335 per room per night. We have expected a reasonable hotel for this price but we were EXTREMLY disappointed. We have found a run down old hotel. The rooms smell terrible and are full of bugs. The sheets are not clean and the pillows are smelly. The staff are tired and really do not care. After the first night we went for breakfast and found the place dirty and full of flies. We really could not eat there. We approached the manager and explained our huge disappointment of the hotel. We asked to leave and asked for refunds for the two nights left (that we have paid in advance). The manager was rude and refused to refund anything. To save our family vacation, we had to make new reservation in another hotel and left San Bada hotel. It left us with a terrible taste for our vacation. The San Bada hotel charges high price for very poor return. The exuberant price for this terrible hotel, in my opinion is NOT justified.
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Bradley
26 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff was okay, rooms were dirty even though they stated that they were freshly renovated there was black mold on the ceiling around the fan and in the shower
Staff was okay, rooms were dirty even though they stated that they were freshly renovated there was black mold on the ceiling around the fan and in the shower
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David
24 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This is not a 4 star quality hotel! It’s actually baffling how it received such a rating. The facilities are incredibly outdated and the room smelt moldy to the point it was affecting my asthma. Besides the poor facilities, the staff and location are great.
This is not a 4 star quality hotel! It’s actually baffling how it received such a rating. The facilities are incredibly outdated and the room smelt moldy to the point it was affecting my asthma. Besides the poor facilities, the staff and location are great.
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Frank
22 Mar 2024
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We booked this hotel for three nights but we stayed only two nights and moved out on third night Costa Verde Hotel. We had no hot water, no Wi-Fi, no TV since no internet, hair drier did not work, balcony door did not lock, rails on balcony were rusty, no game room as advertised, water in pool was cloudy, pool bar looked poor and needs some remodeling, pool loungers were torn, entrance to the pool smelled with sewer, breakfast and dinner at Congo restaurant were below average. We called front desk to fix room problems, but no one ever came.We also called to help us bring down our bags when we checked out but no one showed up. I think there was some language barrier, communication issues. The area around the hotel was full of merchants since it was right by the entrance to the Manuel Antonio Park. Not pretty. We would move out the second day but there was no availability at other hotels with higher rating.
We booked this hotel for three nights but we stayed only two nights and moved out on third night Costa Verde Hotel. We had no hot water, no Wi-Fi, no TV since no internet, hair drier did not work, balcony door did not lock, rails on balcony were rusty, no game room as advertised, water in pool was cloudy, pool bar looked poor and needs some remodeling, pool loungers were torn, entrance to the pool smelled with sewer, breakfast and dinner at Congo restaurant were below average. We called front desk to fix room problems, but no one ever came.We also called to help us bring down our bags when we checked out but no one showed up. I think there was some language barrier, communication issues. The area around the hotel was full of merchants since it was right by the entrance to the Manuel Antonio Park. Not pretty. We would move out the second day but there was no availability at other hotels with higher rating.
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Rooms
Many rooms are spacious and comfortable with balconies/views and frequent wildlife sightings. Others mention dated décor and recurring issues such as broken fixtures, shower leaks, intermittent hot water, and spotty Wi-Fi.
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Susan Wendell Wood
7 Apr 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Great location beside the park and near the beach. Room spacious and clean. Attention to Service is substandard compared with similar properties in the area from what we could tell - our room door was broken the last night and we had to wait more than an hour without any accommodations when they should have given us a new room immediately, which they finally did - by then we had missed dinner reservation and lack of service focus put a damper on our last night there.
Great location beside the park and near the beach. Room spacious and clean. Attention to Service is substandard compared with similar properties in the area from what we could tell - our room door was broken the last night and we had to wait more than an hour without any accommodations when they should have given us a new room immediately, which they finally did - by then we had missed dinner reservation and lack of service focus put a damper on our last night there.
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Tamara
14 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The location is sooo convenient for visiting the park (literally at the entrance).Easy walk to the free beach, shops, and restaurants. The staff was incredible and the rooms are nice/comfortable, although tired/dated. Heard howler monkeys, but didn't see them during our trip. The pool is nice and the free breakfast was really great. Didn't try the restaurant on location (Congo) as the prices way too high. Did try the sushi restaurant on the top floor and it was really good! The view of the ocean was incredible - definitely go at sunset! It was a great stay and I would recommend.
The location is sooo convenient for visiting the park (literally at the entrance).Easy walk to the free beach, shops, and restaurants. The staff was incredible and the rooms are nice/comfortable, although tired/dated. Heard howler monkeys, but didn't see them during our trip. The pool is nice and the free breakfast was really great. Didn't try the restaurant on location (Congo) as the prices way too high. Did try the sushi restaurant on the top floor and it was really good! The view of the ocean was incredible - definitely go at sunset! It was a great stay and I would recommend.
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Luis
11 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The property is rustic and well maintained, with huge rooms which are very comfortable, and elegantly organized on our arrival with a beautiful beach scene including a crab and flowers. The views to the ocean, plants and trees was magnificent. Water pressure in the rooms was excellent, as was the warn and cold water. It is at the park entrance, so you can see wildlife over the fence. We saw monkeys and enjoyed their early morning hooting rituals. Pleasant staff, and decent restaurants. Breakfast was fine, nothing elegant or particularly tasty. We enjoyed the local music one morning. There are many good dining options nearby if you need to try more out. WiFi never worked for us, so check if it's functional in your room in case you really need it.
The property is rustic and well maintained, with huge rooms which are very comfortable, and elegantly organized on our arrival with a beautiful beach scene including a crab and flowers. The views to the ocean, plants and trees was magnificent. Water pressure in the rooms was excellent, as was the warn and cold water. It is at the park entrance, so you can see wildlife over the fence. We saw monkeys and enjoyed their early morning hooting rituals. Pleasant staff, and decent restaurants. Breakfast was fine, nothing elegant or particularly tasty. We enjoyed the local music one morning. There are many good dining options nearby if you need to try more out. WiFi never worked for us, so check if it's functional in your room in case you really need it.
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weili
6 Dec 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel looked nice and the staff were friendly. The location to the national park is excellent, just next to the hotel, and going to the beach was so convenient. But the first morning we were woken up by bathroom roaring, couldn’t figure out where the noise came from. And the second day there was no hot water until we left.
The hotel looked nice and the staff were friendly. The location to the national park is excellent, just next to the hotel, and going to the beach was so convenient. But the first morning we were woken up by bathroom roaring, couldn’t figure out where the noise came from. And the second day there was no hot water until we left.
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Lisa
22 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Space and staff were very good, but no hot water for showers during certain times of the day. That was disappointing.
Space and staff were very good, but no hot water for showers during certain times of the day. That was disappointing.
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Philippe
28 Mar 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
Personnel super gentil et à l’écoute de nos besoins. L’hotel est merveilleuse bien situé et propre.Cela dit, certains endroits dans l’hôtel auraient besoin de réparation et le wifi n’est pas disponible à certaines places dans l’hôtel ou ne fonctionne pas par moment dans la chambre.
Personnel super gentil et à l’écoute de nos besoins. L’hotel est merveilleuse bien situé et propre.Cela dit, certains endroits dans l’hôtel auraient besoin de réparation et le wifi n’est pas disponible à certaines places dans l’hôtel ou ne fonctionne pas par moment dans la chambre.
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James
11 Feb 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
San Bada is a great location for the National Park, beach, and a few restaurants. Breakfast was good. Rooms are spacious and clean. Unfortunately the view towards the ocean from all rooms, is looking at a group of run down buildings. Very disappointed that our view was of the rundown buildings with a small glimpse of the ocean.
San Bada is a great location for the National Park, beach, and a few restaurants. Breakfast was good. Rooms are spacious and clean. Unfortunately the view towards the ocean from all rooms, is looking at a group of run down buildings. Very disappointed that our view was of the rundown buildings with a small glimpse of the ocean.
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Bethany
27 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Pros: The property is absolutely beautiful and the staff was exceptional. Every single person we interacted with was friendly and helpful. The uniqueness of the location made the stay worth every penny. There was a problem with our initial room so they bumped us up to the highest suite, Suite Mogote, which blew our mind with its size and multiple balconies & roof-top terrace. We were able to see the ocean AND look directly into Manuel Antonio National Park. We saw monkeys, parrots and lizards from our own room. (And at the pool.) The pool area was wonderful and the food was all exceptional. Cons: There were several problems with our room- the jacuzzi didn't work (they came and fixed it right away), the upstairs door wouldn't lock from the outside (they came and fixed that too), the shower leaked all over the bathroom floor, and I mean puddles not just damp, and some of the lights flickered. The jacuzzi at the main pool was no warmer than the regular pool. There was no gift shop. We would've liked a snack bar option, somewhere else to grab a quick bite with a smaller, less expensive menu than the main restaurant. Overall, we would stay here again, and would recommend this resort to friends and family, but there are definitely areas that need work.
Pros: The property is absolutely beautiful and the staff was exceptional. Every single person we interacted with was friendly and helpful. The uniqueness of the location made the stay worth every penny. There was a problem with our initial room so they bumped us up to the highest suite, Suite Mogote, which blew our mind with its size and multiple balconies & roof-top terrace. We were able to see the ocean AND look directly into Manuel Antonio National Park. We saw monkeys, parrots and lizards from our own room. (And at the pool.) The pool area was wonderful and the food was all exceptional. Cons: There were several problems with our room- the jacuzzi didn't work (they came and fixed it right away), the upstairs door wouldn't lock from the outside (they came and fixed that too), the shower leaked all over the bathroom floor, and I mean puddles not just damp, and some of the lights flickered. The jacuzzi at the main pool was no warmer than the regular pool. There was no gift shop. We would've liked a snack bar option, somewhere else to grab a quick bite with a smaller, less expensive menu than the main restaurant. Overall, we would stay here again, and would recommend this resort to friends and family, but there are definitely areas that need work.
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Kelly
3 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Monkeys right outside was fun! Pool/swim up bar was nice. This place is right next to the entrance to MANP so that was great! Spa was Great! I had a massage two days in a row because of a very sore neck! Andrea was great! We stayed in the Ballena suite, which was wonderful! The burgers at the restaurant were the size of my son’s head! The sushi was great too! Everyone was very helpful! If you go during the rainy season, know that it rains a lot and some of the stairs get very slippery! I was hanging onto the railing and I still slipped and fell. I was fine, but just a heads up that when it rains it POURS and the floors are very slippery so be careful! Highly recommend this place!!!
Monkeys right outside was fun! Pool/swim up bar was nice. This place is right next to the entrance to MANP so that was great! Spa was Great! I had a massage two days in a row because of a very sore neck! Andrea was great! We stayed in the Ballena suite, which was wonderful! The burgers at the restaurant were the size of my son’s head! The sushi was great too! Everyone was very helpful! If you go during the rainy season, know that it rains a lot and some of the stairs get very slippery! I was hanging onto the railing and I still slipped and fell. I was fine, but just a heads up that when it rains it POURS and the floors are very slippery so be careful! Highly recommend this place!!!
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Chris
21 Feb 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Beds were comfortable, hotel is well maintained for an older property. However water in shower was cold for 3 days in a row, never had a hot shower which was awful.
Beds were comfortable, hotel is well maintained for an older property. However water in shower was cold for 3 days in a row, never had a hot shower which was awful.
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Service
Staff are widely described as friendly and helpful. However, multiple reviews note lapses such as slow or unresponsive assistance and occasional rudeness when problems arose.
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Susan Wendell Wood
7 Apr 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Great location beside the park and near the beach. Room spacious and clean. Attention to Service is substandard compared with similar properties in the area from what we could tell - our room door was broken the last night and we had to wait more than an hour without any accommodations when they should have given us a new room immediately, which they finally did - by then we had missed dinner reservation and lack of service focus put a damper on our last night there.
Great location beside the park and near the beach. Room spacious and clean. Attention to Service is substandard compared with similar properties in the area from what we could tell - our room door was broken the last night and we had to wait more than an hour without any accommodations when they should have given us a new room immediately, which they finally did - by then we had missed dinner reservation and lack of service focus put a damper on our last night there.
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Gloria
9 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Easy access to MA National park Great staff Delicious food Prompt help when needed Beds are comfortable
Easy access to MA National park Great staff Delicious food Prompt help when needed Beds are comfortable
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Stephanie
3 Nov 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Everything was great! Very clean and all the staff were so nice, friendly and helpful
Everything was great! Very clean and all the staff were so nice, friendly and helpful
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cheryl
15 Jan 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The one great thing about this hotel is, its next door to the National Park. Hotel is a little dated and could do with a revamp. The sun lounger by the pool downstairs are made of wood, no cushions providedso extremely uncomfortable. Music is really loud by the pool. Some of the staff, just do not give a dam about you, whilst others go out of their way for you. I would not stay here again
The one great thing about this hotel is, its next door to the National Park. Hotel is a little dated and could do with a revamp. The sun lounger by the pool downstairs are made of wood, no cushions providedso extremely uncomfortable. Music is really loud by the pool. Some of the staff, just do not give a dam about you, whilst others go out of their way for you. I would not stay here again
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Ryan
14 Aug 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
This hotel grew on me, we were coming from a really really nice place so the bar was high. Initially I was not impressed because we were notified 1 week before our trip that they couldn’t “honor our reservation.” When I called they said they would have to put us in either a different property for the first night or same property but pet rooms in a different building. We had agreed to this but when we came to the hotel, they had rooms available in the main building for us for the whole stay which was appreciated. There are things that need some attention there, the hot tub was not hot at all but the same temp as the pool. The restaurant was subpar and one of our party got sick after eating there the first night (not sure if it was the restaurant - we were all fine the rest of the time ) but does have a large breakfast buffet which was slightly different every day. The staff were friendly and very helpful with information about Manuel Antonio park etc. We loved seeing the monkeys and macaws and wildlife all around the hotel and in the trees outside of our room and the sunset from the sushi bar and upper pool were AMAZING. The sushi bar was better than the Congo restaurant but for really good food there are much better places around town.
This hotel grew on me, we were coming from a really really nice place so the bar was high. Initially I was not impressed because we were notified 1 week before our trip that they couldn’t “honor our reservation.” When I called they said they would have to put us in either a different property for the first night or same property but pet rooms in a different building. We had agreed to this but when we came to the hotel, they had rooms available in the main building for us for the whole stay which was appreciated. There are things that need some attention there, the hot tub was not hot at all but the same temp as the pool. The restaurant was subpar and one of our party got sick after eating there the first night (not sure if it was the restaurant - we were all fine the rest of the time ) but does have a large breakfast buffet which was slightly different every day. The staff were friendly and very helpful with information about Manuel Antonio park etc. We loved seeing the monkeys and macaws and wildlife all around the hotel and in the trees outside of our room and the sunset from the sushi bar and upper pool were AMAZING. The sushi bar was better than the Congo restaurant but for really good food there are much better places around town.
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Mark
27 Apr 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Superb location right by the national park. Great food and staff were super helpful at all times
Superb location right by the national park. Great food and staff were super helpful at all times
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Bethany
27 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Pros: The property is absolutely beautiful and the staff was exceptional. Every single person we interacted with was friendly and helpful. The uniqueness of the location made the stay worth every penny. There was a problem with our initial room so they bumped us up to the highest suite, Suite Mogote, which blew our mind with its size and multiple balconies & roof-top terrace. We were able to see the ocean AND look directly into Manuel Antonio National Park. We saw monkeys, parrots and lizards from our own room. (And at the pool.) The pool area was wonderful and the food was all exceptional. Cons: There were several problems with our room- the jacuzzi didn't work (they came and fixed it right away), the upstairs door wouldn't lock from the outside (they came and fixed that too), the shower leaked all over the bathroom floor, and I mean puddles not just damp, and some of the lights flickered. The jacuzzi at the main pool was no warmer than the regular pool. There was no gift shop. We would've liked a snack bar option, somewhere else to grab a quick bite with a smaller, less expensive menu than the main restaurant. Overall, we would stay here again, and would recommend this resort to friends and family, but there are definitely areas that need work.
Pros: The property is absolutely beautiful and the staff was exceptional. Every single person we interacted with was friendly and helpful. The uniqueness of the location made the stay worth every penny. There was a problem with our initial room so they bumped us up to the highest suite, Suite Mogote, which blew our mind with its size and multiple balconies & roof-top terrace. We were able to see the ocean AND look directly into Manuel Antonio National Park. We saw monkeys, parrots and lizards from our own room. (And at the pool.) The pool area was wonderful and the food was all exceptional. Cons: There were several problems with our room- the jacuzzi didn't work (they came and fixed it right away), the upstairs door wouldn't lock from the outside (they came and fixed that too), the shower leaked all over the bathroom floor, and I mean puddles not just damp, and some of the lights flickered. The jacuzzi at the main pool was no warmer than the regular pool. There was no gift shop. We would've liked a snack bar option, somewhere else to grab a quick bite with a smaller, less expensive menu than the main restaurant. Overall, we would stay here again, and would recommend this resort to friends and family, but there are definitely areas that need work.
10
Carlos
21 Nov 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Service was fantastic during our stay. Beautiful hotel with convenient location. What really stood out most was the accommodations available for my mother in law. The staff was really attentive. Thank you for the enjoyable stay. Definitely will return for our next stay.
Service was fantastic during our stay. Beautiful hotel with convenient location. What really stood out most was the accommodations available for my mother in law. The staff was really attentive. Thank you for the enjoyable stay. Definitely will return for our next stay.
10
Natalia
30 Aug 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The staff was very pleasant. Waiters/bartenders like Brian & Jonathan very helpful.
The staff was very pleasant. Waiters/bartenders like Brian & Jonathan very helpful.
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Frank
22 Mar 2024
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We booked this hotel for three nights but we stayed only two nights and moved out on third night Costa Verde Hotel. We had no hot water, no Wi-Fi, no TV since no internet, hair drier did not work, balcony door did not lock, rails on balcony were rusty, no game room as advertised, water in pool was cloudy, pool bar looked poor and needs some remodeling, pool loungers were torn, entrance to the pool smelled with sewer, breakfast and dinner at Congo restaurant were below average. We called front desk to fix room problems, but no one ever came.We also called to help us bring down our bags when we checked out but no one showed up. I think there was some language barrier, communication issues. The area around the hotel was full of merchants since it was right by the entrance to the Manuel Antonio Park. Not pretty. We would move out the second day but there was no availability at other hotels with higher rating.
We booked this hotel for three nights but we stayed only two nights and moved out on third night Costa Verde Hotel. We had no hot water, no Wi-Fi, no TV since no internet, hair drier did not work, balcony door did not lock, rails on balcony were rusty, no game room as advertised, water in pool was cloudy, pool bar looked poor and needs some remodeling, pool loungers were torn, entrance to the pool smelled with sewer, breakfast and dinner at Congo restaurant were below average. We called front desk to fix room problems, but no one ever came.We also called to help us bring down our bags when we checked out but no one showed up. I think there was some language barrier, communication issues. The area around the hotel was full of merchants since it was right by the entrance to the Manuel Antonio Park. Not pretty. We would move out the second day but there was no availability at other hotels with higher rating.
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Location
Right next to the Manuel Antonio National Park entrance and a short walk to the beach, making visits easy. Some guests mention the immediate area feels busy or a bit scruffy, with street vendors and run-down buildings near the approach.
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Jennifer
1 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
What an amazing stay at Hotel San Banda! Closest hotel to Manuel Antonio park! We actually saw more animals at our hotel than IN the park! Staff was extremely accommodating and friendly. The walk to the beach was easy! Will definitely stay again.
What an amazing stay at Hotel San Banda! Closest hotel to Manuel Antonio park! We actually saw more animals at our hotel than IN the park! Staff was extremely accommodating and friendly. The walk to the beach was easy! Will definitely stay again.
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Jose Francisco
10 Jan 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
It is a good place to stay. It is at the entrance of the park, you can walk to the beach, there are places to eat nearby and the contact with nature is excellent.
It is a good place to stay. It is at the entrance of the park, you can walk to the beach, there are places to eat nearby and the contact with nature is excellent.
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Tamara
14 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The location is sooo convenient for visiting the park (literally at the entrance).Easy walk to the free beach, shops, and restaurants. The staff was incredible and the rooms are nice/comfortable, although tired/dated. Heard howler monkeys, but didn't see them during our trip. The pool is nice and the free breakfast was really great. Didn't try the restaurant on location (Congo) as the prices way too high. Did try the sushi restaurant on the top floor and it was really good! The view of the ocean was incredible - definitely go at sunset! It was a great stay and I would recommend.
The location is sooo convenient for visiting the park (literally at the entrance).Easy walk to the free beach, shops, and restaurants. The staff was incredible and the rooms are nice/comfortable, although tired/dated. Heard howler monkeys, but didn't see them during our trip. The pool is nice and the free breakfast was really great. Didn't try the restaurant on location (Congo) as the prices way too high. Did try the sushi restaurant on the top floor and it was really good! The view of the ocean was incredible - definitely go at sunset! It was a great stay and I would recommend.
8
Zachery
29 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed at Hotel San Bada for two nights. You can't beat the location, it's literally next to Parque Manuel Antonio. The hotel itself was descent although the screen doors in both our rooms were jammed shut, so we were unable to access the patio. The pool area is nice and the bartenders friendly. The restaurant is pretty good and breakfast was included in the rate.
We stayed at Hotel San Bada for two nights. You can't beat the location, it's literally next to Parque Manuel Antonio. The hotel itself was descent although the screen doors in both our rooms were jammed shut, so we were unable to access the patio. The pool area is nice and the bartenders friendly. The restaurant is pretty good and breakfast was included in the rate.
8
John
16 Jan 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The property is literally at the gate to Manuel Antonio Park. Couldn't be closer to the entrance.
The property is literally at the gate to Manuel Antonio Park. Couldn't be closer to the entrance.
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Randy
29 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We've stayed at the San Bada several times. The location is perfect if you want to visit the national park. Short walk to the beach. Staff is wonderful. The view from the 6th floor restaurant is amazing - try it a sunset. Highly recommended.
We've stayed at the San Bada several times. The location is perfect if you want to visit the national park. Short walk to the beach. Staff is wonderful. The view from the 6th floor restaurant is amazing - try it a sunset. Highly recommended.
8
James
11 Feb 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
San Bada is a great location for the National Park, beach, and a few restaurants. Breakfast was good. Rooms are spacious and clean. Unfortunately the view towards the ocean from all rooms, is looking at a group of run down buildings. Very disappointed that our view was of the rundown buildings with a small glimpse of the ocean.
San Bada is a great location for the National Park, beach, and a few restaurants. Breakfast was good. Rooms are spacious and clean. Unfortunately the view towards the ocean from all rooms, is looking at a group of run down buildings. Very disappointed that our view was of the rundown buildings with a small glimpse of the ocean.
10
Mark
27 Apr 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Superb location right by the national park. Great food and staff were super helpful at all times
Superb location right by the national park. Great food and staff were super helpful at all times
8
Derek
28 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We loved the location of this hotel! Right out the gate from Manuel Antonio Park, the min walk to the beach, and right down from plenty of restaurants. Our rooms were clean, a bit older style but classy, and nice swimming pools. I would like to have known that they don’t allow you to flush your toilet paper which is very unsanitary. But overall a great place and I would stay there again!
We loved the location of this hotel! Right out the gate from Manuel Antonio Park, the min walk to the beach, and right down from plenty of restaurants. Our rooms were clean, a bit older style but classy, and nice swimming pools. I would like to have known that they don’t allow you to flush your toilet paper which is very unsanitary. But overall a great place and I would stay there again!
10
Thomas C
18 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice hotel with parking next to beautiful Manuel Antonio Park. Be sure to get your park entrance tickets in advance as they sell out
Nice hotel with parking next to beautiful Manuel Antonio Park. Be sure to get your park entrance tickets in advance as they sell out
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Dining
Breakfast and the rooftop sushi are frequently praised, and several guests enjoyed the food overall. Prices are often high, and a few describe average quality or poor cleanliness at breakfast.
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Gansukh
2 Dec 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Stayed for 2 days,bottle of water was expensive $8
Stayed for 2 days,bottle of water was expensive $8
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Tamara
14 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The location is sooo convenient for visiting the park (literally at the entrance).Easy walk to the free beach, shops, and restaurants. The staff was incredible and the rooms are nice/comfortable, although tired/dated. Heard howler monkeys, but didn't see them during our trip. The pool is nice and the free breakfast was really great. Didn't try the restaurant on location (Congo) as the prices way too high. Did try the sushi restaurant on the top floor and it was really good! The view of the ocean was incredible - definitely go at sunset! It was a great stay and I would recommend.
The location is sooo convenient for visiting the park (literally at the entrance).Easy walk to the free beach, shops, and restaurants. The staff was incredible and the rooms are nice/comfortable, although tired/dated. Heard howler monkeys, but didn't see them during our trip. The pool is nice and the free breakfast was really great. Didn't try the restaurant on location (Congo) as the prices way too high. Did try the sushi restaurant on the top floor and it was really good! The view of the ocean was incredible - definitely go at sunset! It was a great stay and I would recommend.
10
Gloria
9 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Easy access to MA National park Great staff Delicious food Prompt help when needed Beds are comfortable
Easy access to MA National park Great staff Delicious food Prompt help when needed Beds are comfortable
8
Fabian
17 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Liked: location, breakfast was amazing, staff was supportive and pools are cool Dislike: got a room with double bed. I was expecting a queen or king bed for a couple, hotel was not crowded. Cocktails and many dinner options are really expensive. It is better to look for options outside.
Liked: location, breakfast was amazing, staff was supportive and pools are cool Dislike: got a room with double bed. I was expecting a queen or king bed for a couple, hotel was not crowded. Cocktails and many dinner options are really expensive. It is better to look for options outside.
8
Zachery
29 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed at Hotel San Bada for two nights. You can't beat the location, it's literally next to Parque Manuel Antonio. The hotel itself was descent although the screen doors in both our rooms were jammed shut, so we were unable to access the patio. The pool area is nice and the bartenders friendly. The restaurant is pretty good and breakfast was included in the rate.
We stayed at Hotel San Bada for two nights. You can't beat the location, it's literally next to Parque Manuel Antonio. The hotel itself was descent although the screen doors in both our rooms were jammed shut, so we were unable to access the patio. The pool area is nice and the bartenders friendly. The restaurant is pretty good and breakfast was included in the rate.
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Ryan
14 Aug 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
This hotel grew on me, we were coming from a really really nice place so the bar was high. Initially I was not impressed because we were notified 1 week before our trip that they couldn’t “honor our reservation.” When I called they said they would have to put us in either a different property for the first night or same property but pet rooms in a different building. We had agreed to this but when we came to the hotel, they had rooms available in the main building for us for the whole stay which was appreciated. There are things that need some attention there, the hot tub was not hot at all but the same temp as the pool. The restaurant was subpar and one of our party got sick after eating there the first night (not sure if it was the restaurant - we were all fine the rest of the time ) but does have a large breakfast buffet which was slightly different every day. The staff were friendly and very helpful with information about Manuel Antonio park etc. We loved seeing the monkeys and macaws and wildlife all around the hotel and in the trees outside of our room and the sunset from the sushi bar and upper pool were AMAZING. The sushi bar was better than the Congo restaurant but for really good food there are much better places around town.
This hotel grew on me, we were coming from a really really nice place so the bar was high. Initially I was not impressed because we were notified 1 week before our trip that they couldn’t “honor our reservation.” When I called they said they would have to put us in either a different property for the first night or same property but pet rooms in a different building. We had agreed to this but when we came to the hotel, they had rooms available in the main building for us for the whole stay which was appreciated. There are things that need some attention there, the hot tub was not hot at all but the same temp as the pool. The restaurant was subpar and one of our party got sick after eating there the first night (not sure if it was the restaurant - we were all fine the rest of the time ) but does have a large breakfast buffet which was slightly different every day. The staff were friendly and very helpful with information about Manuel Antonio park etc. We loved seeing the monkeys and macaws and wildlife all around the hotel and in the trees outside of our room and the sunset from the sushi bar and upper pool were AMAZING. The sushi bar was better than the Congo restaurant but for really good food there are much better places around town.
10
Randy
29 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We've stayed at the San Bada several times. The location is perfect if you want to visit the national park. Short walk to the beach. Staff is wonderful. The view from the 6th floor restaurant is amazing - try it a sunset. Highly recommended.
We've stayed at the San Bada several times. The location is perfect if you want to visit the national park. Short walk to the beach. Staff is wonderful. The view from the 6th floor restaurant is amazing - try it a sunset. Highly recommended.
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Haim
6 Dec 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
San Bada hotel was the worst experience my family have ever had with hotels. We have reserved and paid in advanced two rooms for 3 nights for my family vacation and were charged $335 per room per night. We have expected a reasonable hotel for this price but we were EXTREMLY disappointed. We have found a run down old hotel. The rooms smell terrible and are full of bugs. The sheets are not clean and the pillows are smelly. The staff are tired and really do not care. After the first night we went for breakfast and found the place dirty and full of flies. We really could not eat there. We approached the manager and explained our huge disappointment of the hotel. We asked to leave and asked for refunds for the two nights left (that we have paid in advance). The manager was rude and refused to refund anything. To save our family vacation, we had to make new reservation in another hotel and left San Bada hotel. It left us with a terrible taste for our vacation. The San Bada hotel charges high price for very poor return. The exuberant price for this terrible hotel, in my opinion is NOT justified.
San Bada hotel was the worst experience my family have ever had with hotels. We have reserved and paid in advanced two rooms for 3 nights for my family vacation and were charged $335 per room per night. We have expected a reasonable hotel for this price but we were EXTREMLY disappointed. We have found a run down old hotel. The rooms smell terrible and are full of bugs. The sheets are not clean and the pillows are smelly. The staff are tired and really do not care. After the first night we went for breakfast and found the place dirty and full of flies. We really could not eat there. We approached the manager and explained our huge disappointment of the hotel. We asked to leave and asked for refunds for the two nights left (that we have paid in advance). The manager was rude and refused to refund anything. To save our family vacation, we had to make new reservation in another hotel and left San Bada hotel. It left us with a terrible taste for our vacation. The San Bada hotel charges high price for very poor return. The exuberant price for this terrible hotel, in my opinion is NOT justified.
10
Mark
27 Apr 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Superb location right by the national park. Great food and staff were super helpful at all times
Superb location right by the national park. Great food and staff were super helpful at all times
10
Kelly
3 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Monkeys right outside was fun! Pool/swim up bar was nice. This place is right next to the entrance to MANP so that was great! Spa was Great! I had a massage two days in a row because of a very sore neck! Andrea was great! We stayed in the Ballena suite, which was wonderful! The burgers at the restaurant were the size of my son’s head! The sushi was great too! Everyone was very helpful! If you go during the rainy season, know that it rains a lot and some of the stairs get very slippery! I was hanging onto the railing and I still slipped and fell. I was fine, but just a heads up that when it rains it POURS and the floors are very slippery so be careful! Highly recommend this place!!!
Monkeys right outside was fun! Pool/swim up bar was nice. This place is right next to the entrance to MANP so that was great! Spa was Great! I had a massage two days in a row because of a very sore neck! Andrea was great! We stayed in the Ballena suite, which was wonderful! The burgers at the restaurant were the size of my son’s head! The sushi was great too! Everyone was very helpful! If you go during the rainy season, know that it rains a lot and some of the stairs get very slippery! I was hanging onto the railing and I still slipped and fell. I was fine, but just a heads up that when it rains it POURS and the floors are very slippery so be careful! Highly recommend this place!!!
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Cerian
last week
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Stayed 2 nights
Amazing location right beside Manuel Antonio Park, which meant we had fantastic wildlife to spot right from our balcony. Lovely friendly staff and very comfortable beds.
Amazing location right beside Manuel Antonio Park, which meant we had fantastic wildlife to spot right from our balcony. Lovely friendly staff and very comfortable beds.
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Michael
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 3 nights
We picked San Bada because it's literally next to the park entrance. It was so nice after a long sweaty hike to get back to the room, eat lunch and use the pool. I didn't realize how amazing the hotel would be. Extremely friendly staff, incredible breakfast, and epic views from our balcony and rooftop. We heard howler monkeys, and saw toucans and scarlet macaws while sipping great coffee each morning. I would definitely return.
We picked San Bada because it's literally next to the park entrance. It was so nice after a long sweaty hike to get back to the room, eat lunch and use the pool. I didn't realize how amazing the hotel would be. Extremely friendly staff, incredible breakfast, and epic views from our balcony and rooftop. We heard howler monkeys, and saw toucans and scarlet macaws while sipping great coffee each morning. I would definitely return.
10
Diana
26 Aug 2026
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Stayed 5 nights
We had a lovely experience at this hotel from the moment we checked in until we left. Staff was friendly and so helpful in giving us tips for where to go and how to best see some of the animals. On property we saw monkeys, iguanas, agoutis, geckos, raccoons, scarlet macaws, and we just missed a sloth at breakfast one morning. The view from the top floor is beautiful and we spent a rainy morning playing cards up there and enjoying the view. The staff at the spa was great and my nails are still looking great a week later! Breakfast (included) was delicious and the sushi was also very good (and very large portions!). Overall we’d definitely return!
We had a lovely experience at this hotel from the moment we checked in until we left. Staff was friendly and so helpful in giving us tips for where to go and how to best see some of the animals. On property we saw monkeys, iguanas, agoutis, geckos, raccoons, scarlet macaws, and we just missed a sloth at breakfast one morning. The view from the top floor is beautiful and we spent a rainy morning playing cards up there and enjoying the view. The staff at the spa was great and my nails are still looking great a week later! Breakfast (included) was delicious and the sushi was also very good (and very large portions!). Overall we’d definitely return!
10
Shantel
18 Jul 2026
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Stayed 5 nights
One of most beautiful places to visit and it even better when you have great staff that’s friendly you really can see the animals great place enjoy everything
One of most beautiful places to visit and it even better when you have great staff that’s friendly you really can see the animals great place enjoy everything
10
Elizabeth
14 Jul 2026
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Stayed 6 nights
The property is beautiful and backs up to the Manuel Antonio National Park. We saw so many animals just from our balcony and the views of the beach were spectacular. The staff were very accommodating and helpful, even though we did not speak much Spanish. Lots to do in the area!
The property is beautiful and backs up to the Manuel Antonio National Park. We saw so many animals just from our balcony and the views of the beach were spectacular. The staff were very accommodating and helpful, even though we did not speak much Spanish. Lots to do in the area!
FAQs about Hotel San Bada Resort & Spa
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free valet parking is available on-site.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.
Are airport shuttle services available?
Yes, airport shuttle services are available for a surcharge of CRC 100650 per vehicle (one-way) and can be arranged by contacting the property with arrival details.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features limited wheelchair accessibility, including elevators and step-free entrances. However, specific details regarding wheelchair-accessible facilities should be confirmed with the property prior to arrival.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located next to the entrance of Manuel Antonio National Park, within a 15-minute drive of Manuel Antonio Beach and Marina Pez Vela. Nearby attractions include Playa Puerto Escondido (1.0 km), Playa Espadilla Sur (1.2 km), and Biesanz Beach (3.9 km).
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, the hotel features three outdoor swimming pools, including a poolside bar. The pools are available seasonally and operational hours may vary.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children 10 years old and younger can stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding, up to a maximum of two children.
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Average nightly price across deals, with taxes & fees.
Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
- 2026-11-12: 250.9629399289551USD
- 2026-11-13: 190.34847817138674USD
- 2026-11-14: 194.9920836496582USD
- 2026-11-15: 191.13336448999024USD
- 2026-11-16: 187.34521909960938USD
- 2026-11-17: 190.02552004467776USD
- 2026-11-18: 204.86375209521486USD
- 2026-11-19: 209.2913994763184USD
- 2026-11-20: 201.30351558618165USD
- 2026-11-21: 202.20009447387696USD
- 2026-11-22: 346.64150885888677USD
- 2026-11-23: 539.9177603579102USD
- 2026-11-24: 354.2096298945313USD
- 2026-11-25: 364.1954553364258USD
- 2026-11-26: 363.5573037167969USD
- 2026-11-27: 371.69210798193365USD
- 2026-11-28: 373.4528568510743USD
- 2026-11-29: 351.19752589208986USD
- 2026-11-30: 358.93606375976566USD
- 2026-12-01: 214.22560481396485USD
- 2026-12-02: 211.1967899692383USD
- 2026-12-03: 221.751459234375USD
- 2026-12-04: 213.2157973100586USD
- 2026-12-05: 216.2747254301758USD
- 2026-12-06: 292.4820741240235USD
- 2026-12-07: 287.9776750258789USD
- 2026-12-08: 278.4612385761719USD
- 2026-12-09: 282.02971234887696USD
- 2026-12-10: 282.02971234887696USD
- 2026-12-11: 287.9776750258789USD
- 2026-12-12: 289.36031998876956USD
- 2026-12-13: 286.8823890317383USD
- 2026-12-14: 281.0128997949219USD
- 2026-12-15: 269.1897763225098USD
- 2026-12-16: 271.91063903930666USD
- 2026-12-17: 271.91063903930666USD
- 2026-12-18: 277.9279432719727USD
- 2026-12-19: 291.5202723125USD
- 2026-12-20: 289.5115277919922USD
- 2026-12-21: 289.5115277919922USD
- 2026-12-22: 284.87678412402346USD
- 2026-12-23: 436.62007700390626USD
- 2026-12-24: 1485.9475413398438USD
- 2026-12-25: 274.75772769409184USD
- 2026-12-26: 1261.8629109296876USD
- 2026-12-27: NO DATA
- 2026-12-28: 347.19009711572266USD
- 2026-12-29: 351.1901663696289USD
- 2026-12-30: NO DATA
- 2026-12-31: 622.0109040195313USD
- 2027-01-01: 351.1901663696289USD
- 2027-01-02: 343.63473882226566USD
- 2027-01-03: 335.3807305488281USD
- 2027-01-04: 279.99919309448245USD
- 2027-01-05: 290.98059650488284USD
- 2027-01-06: 340.093458147461USD
- 2027-01-07: 390.47658011865235USD
- 2027-01-08: 291.3262577456055USD
- 2027-01-09: 390.47658011865235USD
- 2027-01-10: 281.0128997949219USD
- 2027-01-11: 281.0128997949219USD
- 2027-01-12: 279.45501042333984USD
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- A fee for a mandatory Christmas Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 25.
- A fee for a mandatory New Year's Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on January 1.
- Up to 2 children 10 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- Airport shuttle fee: CRC 100650 per vehicle (one-way)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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Designated smoking area
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24-Hour Front Desk
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Beach (nearby)
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