The Best Hotel in Manuel Antonio and the Central Pacific Coast, Costa Rica
The Central Pacific has a good mix of high-quality resorts, eco-lodges, rental villas, boutique hotels, and cabinas (usually low-cost, freestanding cabins with more amenities than a standard room). You'll also find some of the country's priciest lodgings. As a rule, prices drop 20% to 30% during the rainy season. Reserve as far in advance as possible during the busy dry season, especially on weekends. Near Manuel Antonio National Park, Manuel Antonio is the more activity-rich, attractive, and expensive place to stay.
Located right in front of Hermosa's beach break, a mural of tall palms and peeling waves marks the entrance to this well-priced inn, which offers small apartments and studios. All units have hot water, TVs, consistent Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, kitchens, and private bathrooms and showers. Studios are located a few hundred feet from the beach and are perfect for single travelers or couples. For more space, opt for the two-bedroom oceanfront apartments with a balcony and large windows facing the Pacific Ocean. A lawn separates the hotel from the sand, but you're still close enough to watch the surfers from the balcony. The tiny pool is a cleansing break from the salt and sand.