Verde Mar Waterfront Hotel
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$55
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About this property
Beachfront hotel with outdoor pool, restaurant, and easy access to Playa Espadilla in Manuel Antonio.
Airport shuttle
Swimming pool
Refrigerator
Air Conditioned
Tour Desk
Safe-Deposit Box
Location
Puntarenas Province, Quepos, Costa Rica, Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
Room options
Guest reviews of Verde Mar Waterfront Hotel
7.5
Good
Based on 1,797 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Couple
43%
Family
30%
Group
26%
What guests think
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Travellers choose Hotel Verde Mar Direct Beach Access mainly for its unbeatable beachfront location near Manuel Antonio National Park, with easy walkability to restaurants and frequent wildlife sightings, while accepting simpler, older accommodations that trade frills for convenience.
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What guests think
Travellers choose Hotel Verde Mar Direct Beach Access mainly for its unbeatable beachfront location near Manuel Antonio National Park, with easy walkability to restaurants and frequent wildlife sightings, while accepting simpler, older accommodations that trade frills for convenience.
Many note dated rooms, hard mattresses, small or tired bathrooms with low water pressure or limited hot water, and occasional musty or sewer smells. Service is often friendly but inconsistent, the property shows deferred maintenance, and amenities include a small pool and a simple breakfast and lunch cafe with limited hours or closures; Wi-Fi quality varies. Expect a no frills, location first stay.
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Facilities
Direct beach access and a small outdoor pool are the main draws. An on-site cafe serves breakfast and lunch, parking can be tight, and several reviews note aging facilities that would benefit from maintenance or updates.
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Patricia
Feb 18, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Outdoor areas need some attention. Room could use a mirror over sink. Broken chairs at pool and pool area needs one paint on concrete and rails. Showing its age. Staff are wonderful. Restaurant not so great. Dirty umbrellas and junk laying around beside tables
Outdoor areas need some attention. Room could use a mirror over sink. Broken chairs at pool and pool area needs one paint on concrete and rails. Showing its age. Staff are wonderful. Restaurant not so great. Dirty umbrellas and junk laying around beside tables
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Kim
Jan 18, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Fabulous location with excellent access directly to the beach. Very helpful staff. Loved that even after checking out you still could use parking, a hot shower, bathrooms, the pool, and the beach. Would absolutely stay there again!
Fabulous location with excellent access directly to the beach. Very helpful staff. Loved that even after checking out you still could use parking, a hot shower, bathrooms, the pool, and the beach. Would absolutely stay there again!
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Matthew
Jul 21, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Hotel verde mar is a no frills hotel directly on the beach. Cafe on sight serves great breakfast and lunch.
Hotel verde mar is a no frills hotel directly on the beach. Cafe on sight serves great breakfast and lunch.
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Naomi
Jul 30, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Location , location ! Older hotel with beach access! Overall I liked it. Our room was a little funky a loft over the lobby . Not sure how I chose that room; it was spacious and had a kitchen, but virtually no windows, next time I’d choose a regular room. I could have changed but it seemed like too much work. The pool was nice, we enjoyed the breakfast at the restaurant associated with the hotel. I’d stay there again for sure.
Location , location ! Older hotel with beach access! Overall I liked it. Our room was a little funky a loft over the lobby . Not sure how I chose that room; it was spacious and had a kitchen, but virtually no windows, next time I’d choose a regular room. I could have changed but it seemed like too much work. The pool was nice, we enjoyed the breakfast at the restaurant associated with the hotel. I’d stay there again for sure.
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charlene
Jan 22, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Easy beach access, decent pool, good AC.
Easy beach access, decent pool, good AC.
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jo anne
Mar 26, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Best thing going for it was location. One of the very few hotels with direct beach access. Less than a 10 minute walk to the centre of town. The description when we booked said\xa0“kitchenette and cooking utensils” we assumed (wrongly) that we would be able to cook. There was a toaster, microwave and fridge and a 1 cup coffee maker, we were four adults. I had to go to the front desk to request additional dishes, cutlery and glassware as there were not 4 of anything. The grounds and walk-ways are in dire need of a rake, a sweep and a mop. The restaurant has 5 tables and is surrounded with green metal fencing, a section of it looks abandoned. Overall unappealing. The pool was nice. To be clear, we are not fussy, this was our 29th hotel in 12 weeks in Central America, all within the same price range. Probably still recovering from 2 years of shutdown, but still the place could use a little TLC.
Best thing going for it was location. One of the very few hotels with direct beach access. Less than a 10 minute walk to the centre of town. The description when we booked said\xa0“kitchenette and cooking utensils” we assumed (wrongly) that we would be able to cook. There was a toaster, microwave and fridge and a 1 cup coffee maker, we were four adults. I had to go to the front desk to request additional dishes, cutlery and glassware as there were not 4 of anything. The grounds and walk-ways are in dire need of a rake, a sweep and a mop. The restaurant has 5 tables and is surrounded with green metal fencing, a section of it looks abandoned. Overall unappealing. The pool was nice. To be clear, we are not fussy, this was our 29th hotel in 12 weeks in Central America, all within the same price range. Probably still recovering from 2 years of shutdown, but still the place could use a little TLC.
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Anthony
Jul 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice property on the beach was great Staff was great It was wonderful that the monkeys came visiting every morning Older property with old fixtures sinks and bathrooms Furniture Parking lot not accessible
Nice property on the beach was great Staff was great It was wonderful that the monkeys came visiting every morning Older property with old fixtures sinks and bathrooms Furniture Parking lot not accessible
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doug
Mar 15, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Basic hotel but bed was comfy and shower hot. Small kitchen area in room for snacks. Easy walk to Manuel Antonio - maybe 1km Best thing is beach access. A nice pool on the property and walk out the gate to the beach which is very clean and nice. Small restaurant for breakfast and lunch. One morning there were monkeys and one even took my pancake when I was done eating! Staff was very accommodating and helped me arrange cruise Perfect base for Manuel Antonio
Basic hotel but bed was comfy and shower hot. Small kitchen area in room for snacks. Easy walk to Manuel Antonio - maybe 1km Best thing is beach access. A nice pool on the property and walk out the gate to the beach which is very clean and nice. Small restaurant for breakfast and lunch. One morning there were monkeys and one even took my pancake when I was done eating! Staff was very accommodating and helped me arrange cruise Perfect base for Manuel Antonio
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Marian
Feb 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Easy access to beach. Nice pool.
Easy access to beach. Nice pool.
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Anthony
Feb 6, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The location of the property on the beach was wonderful. The attention to the pool condition was also favorable. The grounds and common areas require some attention with some unused equipment displayed in the parking lot.
The location of the property on the beach was wonderful. The attention to the pool condition was also favorable. The grounds and common areas require some attention with some unused equipment displayed in the parking lot.
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Cleanliness
Feedback is mixed: some rooms were clean, while others reported musty or bad odors, stained or old linens, and occasional pests or sandy floors. Housekeeping quality and linen condition appear inconsistent.
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Christopher
May 29, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Las fotos no concuerdan con la habitación, mal servicio en el mostrador y el cuarto tenía mal olor
Las fotos no concuerdan con la habitación, mal servicio en el mostrador y el cuarto tenía mal olor
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Lilly
Sep 2, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Me and my friend stayed for 1 week and had an amazing stay! It really is right next to the beach and so convenient which was the main selling point. You just go through a locked gate and are on the beach! There is also a rinse off spot next to the gate. The staff were all so friendly and helpful with any questions we had. Some of the bed sheets had small, faded stains but that was the only issue with cleanliness we had. The beds are also pretty hard. We were able to walk to the National Park as well, and there is a bus stop right across the street! There is a beautiful outdoor pool but we didn't use it since we were so close to the beach! We felt safe the entire time including walking at night.
Me and my friend stayed for 1 week and had an amazing stay! It really is right next to the beach and so convenient which was the main selling point. You just go through a locked gate and are on the beach! There is also a rinse off spot next to the gate. The staff were all so friendly and helpful with any questions we had. Some of the bed sheets had small, faded stains but that was the only issue with cleanliness we had. The beds are also pretty hard. We were able to walk to the National Park as well, and there is a bus stop right across the street! There is a beautiful outdoor pool but we didn't use it since we were so close to the beach! We felt safe the entire time including walking at night.
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Joelynn
Oct 11, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Overall the stay was great for the price. Staff was friendly and our room was very clean. Plus, the hotel was at the beach and a short walking distance from the Manuel Antonio park. Beds were not too comfortable - could feel the springs. No tv. A/C worked great. Bathroom smelled a bit like sewer gases. However, the pros outweigh the cons especially for the price.
Overall the stay was great for the price. Staff was friendly and our room was very clean. Plus, the hotel was at the beach and a short walking distance from the Manuel Antonio park. Beds were not too comfortable - could feel the springs. No tv. A/C worked great. Bathroom smelled a bit like sewer gases. However, the pros outweigh the cons especially for the price.
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Roberto
Jul 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We were very dissatisfied with this property. Last year we stayed here and had a completely different experience. This time the room had a really bad smell that we quickly identified as the wood from the beds eaten by termites. There were actual termites on the beds. We requested the bedding to be changed as there was blood in one of the pillow cases and dirt stains on the bedding. The staff said they were full and had no more linen so it was only partially changed (it’s low season). The bathroom expelled a sewer smell that was disgusting. To top it off the ac in the room did not work. We turned it on and went out for dinner hoping we will find the room cool and to our surprise it was hot, humid and stinky. No staff available to help at night. We had our kids take a nap, closed the bathroom door and by 4am we packed and left. It was a horrible experience. At that point I just wanted to drive away from Manuel Antonio and didn’t get to enjoy anything in the area or National Park due to this negative experience at the hotel. Make sure this has been addressed before you book this hotel. Manuel Antonio beach is one of my favorite places in the world and this time I had to skip it due to making a poor choice in the hotel unfortunately.
We were very dissatisfied with this property. Last year we stayed here and had a completely different experience. This time the room had a really bad smell that we quickly identified as the wood from the beds eaten by termites. There were actual termites on the beds. We requested the bedding to be changed as there was blood in one of the pillow cases and dirt stains on the bedding. The staff said they were full and had no more linen so it was only partially changed (it’s low season). The bathroom expelled a sewer smell that was disgusting. To top it off the ac in the room did not work. We turned it on and went out for dinner hoping we will find the room cool and to our surprise it was hot, humid and stinky. No staff available to help at night. We had our kids take a nap, closed the bathroom door and by 4am we packed and left. It was a horrible experience. At that point I just wanted to drive away from Manuel Antonio and didn’t get to enjoy anything in the area or National Park due to this negative experience at the hotel. Make sure this has been addressed before you book this hotel. Manuel Antonio beach is one of my favorite places in the world and this time I had to skip it due to making a poor choice in the hotel unfortunately.
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Leslie
Jan 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel is in a perfect location, and it is beautiful. It is so convenient to walk out to the beach or to Manuel Antonio National Park. The staff are friendly and helpful. The restaurant at the hotel is excellent and affordable for breakfast and lunch. The rooms are decent, but could use better cleaning. We couldn’t walk on the floors without shoes, but it understandable because it is hard to keep it clean from all the beach sand. The bathroom door was filthy with many distinct fingerprints all over and just general dirt. The mattresses were comfortable, but the beds had a sheet with no bedspread. When I asked for a blanket, they offered a second sheet. We brought sleeping masks which is good because there was a lot of light coming into the room. So I definitely recommend the hotel, but bring cozy pajamas and a sleeping mask. The staff was very helpful with recommendations and I heard them helping other guests with transportation and reservations. We had a car.
The hotel is in a perfect location, and it is beautiful. It is so convenient to walk out to the beach or to Manuel Antonio National Park. The staff are friendly and helpful. The restaurant at the hotel is excellent and affordable for breakfast and lunch. The rooms are decent, but could use better cleaning. We couldn’t walk on the floors without shoes, but it understandable because it is hard to keep it clean from all the beach sand. The bathroom door was filthy with many distinct fingerprints all over and just general dirt. The mattresses were comfortable, but the beds had a sheet with no bedspread. When I asked for a blanket, they offered a second sheet. We brought sleeping masks which is good because there was a lot of light coming into the room. So I definitely recommend the hotel, but bring cozy pajamas and a sleeping mask. The staff was very helpful with recommendations and I heard them helping other guests with transportation and reservations. We had a car.
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Irina
Feb 9, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Hotel is run down, in need of renovation. Rooms are not sparkling clean. We had to ask to be moved from our original room to the other. Even "cleaned" room was not clean enough. Advantages are 2 bough beds and a brilliant location on the beach, also only 15 minutes walk to Manuel Antonio.
Hotel is run down, in need of renovation. Rooms are not sparkling clean. We had to ask to be moved from our original room to the other. Even "cleaned" room was not clean enough. Advantages are 2 bough beds and a brilliant location on the beach, also only 15 minutes walk to Manuel Antonio.
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Amod
Jun 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room provided by the hotel management was not cleaned properly and looked substandard than what was promised in the pictures.
The room provided by the hotel management was not cleaned properly and looked substandard than what was promised in the pictures.
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luis A
Dec 13, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was clean but mattresses are really not comfortable , balcony is terrible , the hallway smelled bad , , the place needs lot of maintenance . The only good thing is the easy access to the beach .
Room was clean but mattresses are really not comfortable , balcony is terrible , the hallway smelled bad , , the place needs lot of maintenance . The only good thing is the easy access to the beach .
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Bruce
Aug 7, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Not the cleanest room. But Beach access
Not the cleanest room. But Beach access
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Cynthia
May 29, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
La habitación asignada tenía mal olor, lo dijimos en el counter de servicio y nos ofrecieron poner un artefacto que generaba caliente y dejar la habitación por una hora cuando llegamos no se si era peor que cuando llegamos a la habitación, el control del aire acondicionado no servía, al próximo día cuando fui a utilizar la cafetera estaba sucia y cuando la llevo al mostrador y le pido que me la limpien la respuesta fue que porque yo decía que estaba sucia :( . El trato fue para nada bueno excepto la muchacha de mantenimiento que fue muy amable con nosotros. Las fotos que se muestran no son para nada a las habitaciones que se nos asignaron. Adicional se fue la luz y no tenían generador electrónico por lo que tuvimos que salir de los cuartos y esperar a que llegara la luz. Solo había una luz de emergencia en el pasillo.
La habitación asignada tenía mal olor, lo dijimos en el counter de servicio y nos ofrecieron poner un artefacto que generaba caliente y dejar la habitación por una hora cuando llegamos no se si era peor que cuando llegamos a la habitación, el control del aire acondicionado no servía, al próximo día cuando fui a utilizar la cafetera estaba sucia y cuando la llevo al mostrador y le pido que me la limpien la respuesta fue que porque yo decía que estaba sucia :( . El trato fue para nada bueno excepto la muchacha de mantenimiento que fue muy amable con nosotros. Las fotos que se muestran no son para nada a las habitaciones que se nos asignaron. Adicional se fue la luz y no tenían generador electrónico por lo que tuvimos que salir de los cuartos y esperar a que llegara la luz. Solo había una luz de emergencia en el pasillo.
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Rooms
Rooms are basic and dated; beds are often hard or uncomfortable, and bathrooms can be small with low pressure or limited hot water. AC generally works well, some units include kitchenettes, Wi-Fi reliability varies, and wildlife noise is common.
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Joelynn
Oct 11, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Overall the stay was great for the price. Staff was friendly and our room was very clean. Plus, the hotel was at the beach and a short walking distance from the Manuel Antonio park. Beds were not too comfortable - could feel the springs. No tv. A/C worked great. Bathroom smelled a bit like sewer gases. However, the pros outweigh the cons especially for the price.
Overall the stay was great for the price. Staff was friendly and our room was very clean. Plus, the hotel was at the beach and a short walking distance from the Manuel Antonio park. Beds were not too comfortable - could feel the springs. No tv. A/C worked great. Bathroom smelled a bit like sewer gases. However, the pros outweigh the cons especially for the price.
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Danielle
Jan 2, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Room was good size, had a fridge. Air conditioning worked well. Not good water pressure and water could have been warmer. We enjoyed it here. Monkeys came into the lobby and pool area in the morning it was great.
Room was good size, had a fridge. Air conditioning worked well. Not good water pressure and water could have been warmer. We enjoyed it here. Monkeys came into the lobby and pool area in the morning it was great.
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Naomi
Jul 30, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Location , location ! Older hotel with beach access! Overall I liked it. Our room was a little funky a loft over the lobby . Not sure how I chose that room; it was spacious and had a kitchen, but virtually no windows, next time I’d choose a regular room. I could have changed but it seemed like too much work. The pool was nice, we enjoyed the breakfast at the restaurant associated with the hotel. I’d stay there again for sure.
Location , location ! Older hotel with beach access! Overall I liked it. Our room was a little funky a loft over the lobby . Not sure how I chose that room; it was spacious and had a kitchen, but virtually no windows, next time I’d choose a regular room. I could have changed but it seemed like too much work. The pool was nice, we enjoyed the breakfast at the restaurant associated with the hotel. I’d stay there again for sure.
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Jeanne
Feb 7, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The location is perfect! Right on the beach, easy walk to Manuel Antonio town and national park. The restaurant food is great, options for vegetarians. The room had a fridge, a microwave, and a coffeemaker (bring your own coffee/tea).
The location is perfect! Right on the beach, easy walk to Manuel Antonio town and national park. The restaurant food is great, options for vegetarians. The room had a fridge, a microwave, and a coffeemaker (bring your own coffee/tea).
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Caroline
Mar 6, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
I wanted to like this much more than we did. Pros: Staff was the best we experienced during all of our travels. They really go out of their way to help. Location next to beach. Clothes drying line in shower. Cons: Beds extremely uncomfortable. Low water pressure. Shower doesn't get very hot. We typically don't look for many amenities when we travel. Our goal is to visit the location and we view our lodging as just a bed and a bathroom to crash after a full day outdoors. None of us could get a good night sleep in these beds. We wanted to check out a day early but we had already paid.
I wanted to like this much more than we did. Pros: Staff was the best we experienced during all of our travels. They really go out of their way to help. Location next to beach. Clothes drying line in shower. Cons: Beds extremely uncomfortable. Low water pressure. Shower doesn't get very hot. We typically don't look for many amenities when we travel. Our goal is to visit the location and we view our lodging as just a bed and a bathroom to crash after a full day outdoors. None of us could get a good night sleep in these beds. We wanted to check out a day early but we had already paid.
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marie
Apr 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
just on the beach ( but no view on the beach)
just on the beach ( but no view on the beach)
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doug
Mar 15, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Basic hotel but bed was comfy and shower hot. Small kitchen area in room for snacks. Easy walk to Manuel Antonio - maybe 1km Best thing is beach access. A nice pool on the property and walk out the gate to the beach which is very clean and nice. Small restaurant for breakfast and lunch. One morning there were monkeys and one even took my pancake when I was done eating! Staff was very accommodating and helped me arrange cruise Perfect base for Manuel Antonio
Basic hotel but bed was comfy and shower hot. Small kitchen area in room for snacks. Easy walk to Manuel Antonio - maybe 1km Best thing is beach access. A nice pool on the property and walk out the gate to the beach which is very clean and nice. Small restaurant for breakfast and lunch. One morning there were monkeys and one even took my pancake when I was done eating! Staff was very accommodating and helped me arrange cruise Perfect base for Manuel Antonio
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Len
Jan 5, 2025
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The location really is fantastic - right on a beautiful beach and walking distance to Manuel Antonio. Very few hotels are down at the beach a most are up a large hill that require driving. However, the rooms and facilities were sub-par even for the price. “Blankets” are literally just sheets of the same thin cloth as the drapes. Rooms are very basic with almost no furnishings. Bathroom looked rundown with chipped tiles, old sinks, commercial-style soap dispensers, etc. Stingy on towels. Basically the whole place needs significant updating.
The location really is fantastic - right on a beautiful beach and walking distance to Manuel Antonio. Very few hotels are down at the beach a most are up a large hill that require driving. However, the rooms and facilities were sub-par even for the price. “Blankets” are literally just sheets of the same thin cloth as the drapes. Rooms are very basic with almost no furnishings. Bathroom looked rundown with chipped tiles, old sinks, commercial-style soap dispensers, etc. Stingy on towels. Basically the whole place needs significant updating.
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Megan
Mar 31, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
“Loft room” accessed by a steep spiral staircase with a broken railing. Glass blocks in the shower and for an exterior wall. Makes for embarrassed teens not wanting to shower since they’re visible to the room. Turning on the bathroom light illuminates the entire room. No shades or blankets so we slept under towels. Low ceiling under one of the twin bed so one child hit her head a few times. Strange locked doors to the room we didn’t have keys to and no idea where they go or what they’re for. Staff indifferent to our complaints. They also charged in full 3 weeks out and said it was completely non refundable when we wanted to leave, which isn’t the policy on Expedia. It is close to the beach but where people are camping next to public bathrooms.
“Loft room” accessed by a steep spiral staircase with a broken railing. Glass blocks in the shower and for an exterior wall. Makes for embarrassed teens not wanting to shower since they’re visible to the room. Turning on the bathroom light illuminates the entire room. No shades or blankets so we slept under towels. Low ceiling under one of the twin bed so one child hit her head a few times. Strange locked doors to the room we didn’t have keys to and no idea where they go or what they’re for. Staff indifferent to our complaints. They also charged in full 3 weeks out and said it was completely non refundable when we wanted to leave, which isn’t the policy on Expedia. It is close to the beach but where people are camping next to public bathrooms.
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Ana Karen
Jan 1, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Muy buena ubicación, cómoda alberca y salida a la playa, pésimo wifi
Muy buena ubicación, cómoda alberca y salida a la playa, pésimo wifi
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Service
Many guests found the staff friendly, helpful, and accommodating, but reports of slow or unhelpful front-desk interactions and limited after-hours support occur. Overall service is inconsistent.
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Snejana
Aug 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly and helpful front desk. The hotel is conveniently located to Manuel Antonio park entrance. We didn't have time to try the pool or the adjacent beach. I would recommend the hotel.
Very friendly and helpful front desk. The hotel is conveniently located to Manuel Antonio park entrance. We didn't have time to try the pool or the adjacent beach. I would recommend the hotel.
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Kim
Jan 18, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Fabulous location with excellent access directly to the beach. Very helpful staff. Loved that even after checking out you still could use parking, a hot shower, bathrooms, the pool, and the beach. Would absolutely stay there again!
Fabulous location with excellent access directly to the beach. Very helpful staff. Loved that even after checking out you still could use parking, a hot shower, bathrooms, the pool, and the beach. Would absolutely stay there again!
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Caroline
Mar 6, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
I wanted to like this much more than we did. Pros: Staff was the best we experienced during all of our travels. They really go out of their way to help. Location next to beach. Clothes drying line in shower. Cons: Beds extremely uncomfortable. Low water pressure. Shower doesn't get very hot. We typically don't look for many amenities when we travel. Our goal is to visit the location and we view our lodging as just a bed and a bathroom to crash after a full day outdoors. None of us could get a good night sleep in these beds. We wanted to check out a day early but we had already paid.
I wanted to like this much more than we did. Pros: Staff was the best we experienced during all of our travels. They really go out of their way to help. Location next to beach. Clothes drying line in shower. Cons: Beds extremely uncomfortable. Low water pressure. Shower doesn't get very hot. We typically don't look for many amenities when we travel. Our goal is to visit the location and we view our lodging as just a bed and a bathroom to crash after a full day outdoors. None of us could get a good night sleep in these beds. We wanted to check out a day early but we had already paid.
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Alirio
May 11, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Close to Manuel Antonio National Park and it’s on the beach. Plenty of parking. Staff needs training in customer service skills. Beatriz at the breakfast/lunch cafe was very nice, helpful and friendly. Rooms are very small. AC was great.
Close to Manuel Antonio National Park and it’s on the beach. Plenty of parking. Staff needs training in customer service skills. Beatriz at the breakfast/lunch cafe was very nice, helpful and friendly. Rooms are very small. AC was great.
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Thersa
Jan 29, 2024
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Stayed 21 nights
Very close to beach. Walking to town of Manual Antiono. We felt safe but must be careful always. Staff very helpful with info of area and tours. Small cafe next door open for breakfast and lunch. Great food and Ariel so friendly!!
Very close to beach. Walking to town of Manual Antiono. We felt safe but must be careful always. Staff very helpful with info of area and tours. Small cafe next door open for breakfast and lunch. Great food and Ariel so friendly!!
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Susanna
Dec 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
the morning person was knowledgeable, but VERY slow, and not very friendly ("sloth") the evening staff was just the opposite and VERY helpful.
the morning person was knowledgeable, but VERY slow, and not very friendly ("sloth") the evening staff was just the opposite and VERY helpful.
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Heather
Mar 8, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location. Lovely hotel with comfortable beds and quiet. East access to the stunning beach. The staff are friendly and very helpful.
Great location. Lovely hotel with comfortable beds and quiet. East access to the stunning beach. The staff are friendly and very helpful.
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Tina and Tim
Feb 15, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I have been going to this location and bringing visitors for almost 5 years but this last visit was disappointing. Brought friends for first time visit to Costa Rica and after a long drive, the receptionist Karen denied us our room at 1:30 saying ‘it was not ready’. After waiting by the pool for 1 hour, I noticed no rooms were being cleaned. When I went up to the front desk, 2 other receptionists were checking people in. I am disappointed with Karen who had no reason to deny us our room and embarrassed that my friends had to sit hot and tired waiting for a room that did not need to be cleaned.
I have been going to this location and bringing visitors for almost 5 years but this last visit was disappointing. Brought friends for first time visit to Costa Rica and after a long drive, the receptionist Karen denied us our room at 1:30 saying ‘it was not ready’. After waiting by the pool for 1 hour, I noticed no rooms were being cleaned. When I went up to the front desk, 2 other receptionists were checking people in. I am disappointed with Karen who had no reason to deny us our room and embarrassed that my friends had to sit hot and tired waiting for a room that did not need to be cleaned.
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Juan
Jan 29, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Not luggage service, the clerk never told me if there is an upgrade available, and the clerk of the afternoon shift, he don't want to help in any way, he just ask for the manager, and even so late they try to find a solution, the parking lot doesn't have a connection with the property and is terrible with handicapped people
Not luggage service, the clerk never told me if there is an upgrade available, and the clerk of the afternoon shift, he don't want to help in any way, he just ask for the manager, and even so late they try to find a solution, the parking lot doesn't have a connection with the property and is terrible with handicapped people
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John David
Mar 3, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Was a great location on the beach. So easy access. Rooms are 1-2 star but everything worked. Prices very high around new years. Great reception. But very poor security as often the hotel was wide open to the street at night and no one at the reception.
Was a great location on the beach. So easy access. Rooms are 1-2 star but everything worked. Prices very high around new years. Great reception. But very poor security as often the hotel was wide open to the street at night and no one at the reception.
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Location
Outstanding beachfront location within easy walking distance of Manuel Antonio National Park, restaurants, and shops. One of the few hotels directly on the beach, with a generally safe, convenient setting.
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Ellen
Feb 9, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Location was great- able to walk to manual antonio national park and skip the parking fee. Wonderful beach access- lots wildlife and crystal clear water. Ac in room works well. No coffee, bring your own.
Location was great- able to walk to manual antonio national park and skip the parking fee. Wonderful beach access- lots wildlife and crystal clear water. Ac in room works well. No coffee, bring your own.
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charlene
Jan 22, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Easy beach access, decent pool, good AC.
Easy beach access, decent pool, good AC.
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Daniel Exp
Apr 22, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The location of this place is the key - it's quiet and secluded yet a 30 second walk to the beach and a 5-minute walk to dozens of restaurants, bars, and gift shops.
The location of this place is the key - it's quiet and secluded yet a 30 second walk to the beach and a 5-minute walk to dozens of restaurants, bars, and gift shops.
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Zoe
Apr 13, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Fabulous location
Fabulous location
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Aravind
Jun 15, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Older property in front of the beach
Older property in front of the beach
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Caroline
Mar 3, 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
I really enjoyed my stay at Hotel Verde Mar! I was pleasantly surprised that the property wasn't just located near the beach, but it is directly on it. It took me 45 seconds to walk from my room to the beach from my room, and I could literally hear the waves from where I slept. I appreciated that I could keep my items secure in the room and not have to worry about bringing it with me to the beach since I was so close to the room. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Maintenance staff were great, I had a slight issue with the toilet and it was fixed immediately. Property was well maintained and room was clean. There was a restaurant on the property that served great food, was very happy it was there. Everything is walkable, lots of shopping and great restaurants near by. Manuel Antonio Park was only a 10 minute walk. I would be happy to return and stay here again in the future
I really enjoyed my stay at Hotel Verde Mar! I was pleasantly surprised that the property wasn't just located near the beach, but it is directly on it. It took me 45 seconds to walk from my room to the beach from my room, and I could literally hear the waves from where I slept. I appreciated that I could keep my items secure in the room and not have to worry about bringing it with me to the beach since I was so close to the room. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Maintenance staff were great, I had a slight issue with the toilet and it was fixed immediately. Property was well maintained and room was clean. There was a restaurant on the property that served great food, was very happy it was there. Everything is walkable, lots of shopping and great restaurants near by. Manuel Antonio Park was only a 10 minute walk. I would be happy to return and stay here again in the future
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Len
Jan 5, 2025
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The location really is fantastic - right on a beautiful beach and walking distance to Manuel Antonio. Very few hotels are down at the beach a most are up a large hill that require driving. However, the rooms and facilities were sub-par even for the price. “Blankets” are literally just sheets of the same thin cloth as the drapes. Rooms are very basic with almost no furnishings. Bathroom looked rundown with chipped tiles, old sinks, commercial-style soap dispensers, etc. Stingy on towels. Basically the whole place needs significant updating.
The location really is fantastic - right on a beautiful beach and walking distance to Manuel Antonio. Very few hotels are down at the beach a most are up a large hill that require driving. However, the rooms and facilities were sub-par even for the price. “Blankets” are literally just sheets of the same thin cloth as the drapes. Rooms are very basic with almost no furnishings. Bathroom looked rundown with chipped tiles, old sinks, commercial-style soap dispensers, etc. Stingy on towels. Basically the whole place needs significant updating.
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Chad
Apr 4, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Even though I gave the facility an average score. The location was incredible. It is right where the jungle and beach come together. We saw more monkey's and sloths at our hotel then we saw in the national park. The beach it is located on is just a natural beauty. We really enjoyed our stay at this hotel. It could use some updating but should not prevent someone from staying there.
Even though I gave the facility an average score. The location was incredible. It is right where the jungle and beach come together. We saw more monkey's and sloths at our hotel then we saw in the national park. The beach it is located on is just a natural beauty. We really enjoyed our stay at this hotel. It could use some updating but should not prevent someone from staying there.
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Chase
Feb 23, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Location location location. Really can't beat it. The staff friendliness was pretty good, cleanliness was ok. The room was definitely not what I am used but it was a place to sleep and I knew what I was signing up for to get that location. We really loved being welcomed by capuchin monkeys by the pool. They visited everyday that we were there. Typically in the afternoon. They were super fun to watch. I recommend Dantes watersports for surf lessons or using them just for "beach days" which includes lounge chairs and umbrella, water, pineapple,boogie boards and games. They were really great and the beach days are $25 per person. Not only can you walk straight to the beach from the pool area but you can also walk to restaurants down the street. There is also one on property for breakfast and lunch, closed Wednesdays. All the restaurants we went to added the 13% tourist tax PLUS 10% tip. They give no customer service since they know they are getting that anyway but still get upset if you don't add to it. I Tip big if I get stellar cust service. I did not get that anywhere in Manuel Antonio
Location location location. Really can't beat it. The staff friendliness was pretty good, cleanliness was ok. The room was definitely not what I am used but it was a place to sleep and I knew what I was signing up for to get that location. We really loved being welcomed by capuchin monkeys by the pool. They visited everyday that we were there. Typically in the afternoon. They were super fun to watch. I recommend Dantes watersports for surf lessons or using them just for "beach days" which includes lounge chairs and umbrella, water, pineapple,boogie boards and games. They were really great and the beach days are $25 per person. Not only can you walk straight to the beach from the pool area but you can also walk to restaurants down the street. There is also one on property for breakfast and lunch, closed Wednesdays. All the restaurants we went to added the 13% tourist tax PLUS 10% tip. They give no customer service since they know they are getting that anyway but still get upset if you don't add to it. I Tip big if I get stellar cust service. I did not get that anywhere in Manuel Antonio
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Charles-Etienne
Jun 17, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Everything was great. Playa and manuel antonio national park were really close
Everything was great. Playa and manuel antonio national park were really close
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Dining
A simple on-site cafe offers breakfast and lunch with mixed reviews—some praise quality and value, others note closures or limited hours and average food. Numerous alternatives are a short walk away.
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Nasty
Dec 16, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The place seems to be under renovations, I had a really weird smell in my bathroom. Restaurant is closed. The staff was very friendly and the beach is only one minute walk away from the rooms. Bonus, many monkeys , iguanas and other wild animals chill around and on hotel site.
The place seems to be under renovations, I had a really weird smell in my bathroom. Restaurant is closed. The staff was very friendly and the beach is only one minute walk away from the rooms. Bonus, many monkeys , iguanas and other wild animals chill around and on hotel site.
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Patricia
Feb 18, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Outdoor areas need some attention. Room could use a mirror over sink. Broken chairs at pool and pool area needs one paint on concrete and rails. Showing its age. Staff are wonderful. Restaurant not so great. Dirty umbrellas and junk laying around beside tables
Outdoor areas need some attention. Room could use a mirror over sink. Broken chairs at pool and pool area needs one paint on concrete and rails. Showing its age. Staff are wonderful. Restaurant not so great. Dirty umbrellas and junk laying around beside tables
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Matthew
Jul 21, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Hotel verde mar is a no frills hotel directly on the beach. Cafe on sight serves great breakfast and lunch.
Hotel verde mar is a no frills hotel directly on the beach. Cafe on sight serves great breakfast and lunch.
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Evelyn
Aug 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We loved it! Walking distance to the beach. Food from the restaurant delicious and cheap, family friendly really fair price. The only down side are the towels they need to be replace becuase they are old. And will be good if they are two diffrent color from the room and swimming pool.
We loved it! Walking distance to the beach. Food from the restaurant delicious and cheap, family friendly really fair price. The only down side are the towels they need to be replace becuase they are old. And will be good if they are two diffrent color from the room and swimming pool.
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Naomi
Jul 30, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Location , location ! Older hotel with beach access! Overall I liked it. Our room was a little funky a loft over the lobby . Not sure how I chose that room; it was spacious and had a kitchen, but virtually no windows, next time I’d choose a regular room. I could have changed but it seemed like too much work. The pool was nice, we enjoyed the breakfast at the restaurant associated with the hotel. I’d stay there again for sure.
Location , location ! Older hotel with beach access! Overall I liked it. Our room was a little funky a loft over the lobby . Not sure how I chose that room; it was spacious and had a kitchen, but virtually no windows, next time I’d choose a regular room. I could have changed but it seemed like too much work. The pool was nice, we enjoyed the breakfast at the restaurant associated with the hotel. I’d stay there again for sure.
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Leslie
Jan 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel is in a perfect location, and it is beautiful. It is so convenient to walk out to the beach or to Manuel Antonio National Park. The staff are friendly and helpful. The restaurant at the hotel is excellent and affordable for breakfast and lunch. The rooms are decent, but could use better cleaning. We couldn’t walk on the floors without shoes, but it understandable because it is hard to keep it clean from all the beach sand. The bathroom door was filthy with many distinct fingerprints all over and just general dirt. The mattresses were comfortable, but the beds had a sheet with no bedspread. When I asked for a blanket, they offered a second sheet. We brought sleeping masks which is good because there was a lot of light coming into the room. So I definitely recommend the hotel, but bring cozy pajamas and a sleeping mask. The staff was very helpful with recommendations and I heard them helping other guests with transportation and reservations. We had a car.
The hotel is in a perfect location, and it is beautiful. It is so convenient to walk out to the beach or to Manuel Antonio National Park. The staff are friendly and helpful. The restaurant at the hotel is excellent and affordable for breakfast and lunch. The rooms are decent, but could use better cleaning. We couldn’t walk on the floors without shoes, but it understandable because it is hard to keep it clean from all the beach sand. The bathroom door was filthy with many distinct fingerprints all over and just general dirt. The mattresses were comfortable, but the beds had a sheet with no bedspread. When I asked for a blanket, they offered a second sheet. We brought sleeping masks which is good because there was a lot of light coming into the room. So I definitely recommend the hotel, but bring cozy pajamas and a sleeping mask. The staff was very helpful with recommendations and I heard them helping other guests with transportation and reservations. We had a car.
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doug
Mar 15, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Basic hotel but bed was comfy and shower hot. Small kitchen area in room for snacks. Easy walk to Manuel Antonio - maybe 1km Best thing is beach access. A nice pool on the property and walk out the gate to the beach which is very clean and nice. Small restaurant for breakfast and lunch. One morning there were monkeys and one even took my pancake when I was done eating! Staff was very accommodating and helped me arrange cruise Perfect base for Manuel Antonio
Basic hotel but bed was comfy and shower hot. Small kitchen area in room for snacks. Easy walk to Manuel Antonio - maybe 1km Best thing is beach access. A nice pool on the property and walk out the gate to the beach which is very clean and nice. Small restaurant for breakfast and lunch. One morning there were monkeys and one even took my pancake when I was done eating! Staff was very accommodating and helped me arrange cruise Perfect base for Manuel Antonio
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Ferdi
Jun 3, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Do not book here. The restaurant was not good. Two ladies work there, and they do not care about you. They said, "We are not a hotel restaurant; we are private." If you are going to the beach, you have to ring the bell and wait for the door to open. There are no beach towels! The hot water was not working well. There is no safe box! There is too much beach crap in the room. The front desk was friendly. All set!
Do not book here. The restaurant was not good. Two ladies work there, and they do not care about you. They said, "We are not a hotel restaurant; we are private." If you are going to the beach, you have to ring the bell and wait for the door to open. There are no beach towels! The hot water was not working well. There is no safe box! There is too much beach crap in the room. The front desk was friendly. All set!
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Donna
Feb 7, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff are friendly and accommodating. Restaurant on property has very good food.
Staff are friendly and accommodating. Restaurant on property has very good food.
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Silvia
Apr 22, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The area was noisy, the mattress on bed uncomfortable, the Restaurant service was good, Low quality of food, prices too high. Sorry we won’t come back to this place.
The area was noisy, the mattress on bed uncomfortable, the Restaurant service was good, Low quality of food, prices too high. Sorry we won’t come back to this place.
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Mariya
Mar 6, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
The hotel is located right on the beach, which is very convenient. The rooms are old-style. It needs some renovation but the beds are comfy, rooms are clean. It has a kitchen, coffee machine, toaster, and walk-in closet.
The hotel is located right on the beach, which is very convenient. The rooms are old-style. It needs some renovation but the beds are comfy, rooms are clean. It has a kitchen, coffee machine, toaster, and walk-in closet.
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Michelle
Mar 5, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Perfect location, nice pool, spacious studio room. Slightly dated, but for the price and location, it’s perfect!
Perfect location, nice pool, spacious studio room. Slightly dated, but for the price and location, it’s perfect!
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Mikhail
Mar 3, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
We would go back. It was a great location and had a nice pool.
We would go back. It was a great location and had a nice pool.
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Patricia
Feb 18, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Outdoor areas need some attention. Room could use a mirror over sink. Broken chairs at pool and pool area needs one paint on concrete and rails. Showing its age. Staff are wonderful. Restaurant not so great. Dirty umbrellas and junk laying around beside tables
Outdoor areas need some attention. Room could use a mirror over sink. Broken chairs at pool and pool area needs one paint on concrete and rails. Showing its age. Staff are wonderful. Restaurant not so great. Dirty umbrellas and junk laying around beside tables
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Laura
Feb 17, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
We really enjoyed this hotel. You are on the beach. From the balcony we could see monkeys. We could walk to the park and to the little town. The room had a kitchenette which allowed us to cook simple food. The room was not big, but it had space enough for us, and we spent a lot of time on the balcony and beach.
We really enjoyed this hotel. You are on the beach. From the balcony we could see monkeys. We could walk to the park and to the little town. The room had a kitchenette which allowed us to cook simple food. The room was not big, but it had space enough for us, and we spent a lot of time on the balcony and beach.
FAQs about Verde Mar Waterfront Hotel
Is parking available at the hotel?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.
Are pets allowed at the hotel?
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 2:30 AM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
Are airport shuttle services available?
Yes, airport shuttle services are available for a surcharge of USD 160 per vehicle (one-way).
What accessibility features does the hotel offer?
The hotel offers wheelchair-accessible registration desk, parking, and pool. Limited wheelchair accessibility is available in public areas.
What is the hotel's location in relation to nearby attractions?
The hotel is located in Manuel Antonio, within a 10-minute drive of Manuel Antonio Beach and Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge. Playa Espadilla is just 0.1 mi away.
Does the hotel have a swimming pool?
Yes, the hotel features an outdoor swimming pool.
What are the hotel's policies regarding children?
Children are allowed at the property, but the minimum age for free stay is not specified.
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What do room rates usually run at Hotel Verde Mar Direct Beach Access in Manuel Antonio?
Over the next 60–90 days, room rates at Hotel Verde Mar Direct Beach Access in Manuel Antonio typically land around $137 a night for two guests, ranging from $53 to $159 on peak dates.
What’s nearby and who is Hotel Verde Mar Direct Beach Access best for?
Hotel Verde Mar Direct Beach Access in Manuel Antonio sits steps from Playa Espadilla and Manuel Antonio Beach, and is also close to Biesanz Beach and the Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge. The property suits couples and families and leans into Beach / Coast and Adventure themes, with easy access to local wellness and outdoor activities like Brisas Wellness Center and nearby waterfalls.
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Popular amenities
Airport shuttle
Swimming pool
Refrigerator
Air Conditioned
Tour Desk
Safe-Deposit Box
Activities
Swimming pool
Scuba Diving
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Fishing
Canoeing
Surfing
Hiking
Pool Outdoor
Parking
Airport shuttle
Internet
Free Wi-Fi
General
Air Conditioned
Refrigerator
Shower
En suite
Private Bathroom
Private Toilet
Services
Tour Desk
Safe-Deposit Box
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