The pioneer of ecotourism, Costa Rica is a sanctuary of biodiversity. Pura Vida is more than a slogan; it’s a lifestyle found in the cloud forests of Monteverde and the wildlife-rich canals of Tortuguero. Safe, organized, and lush, it is the ideal destination for families and nature enthusiasts seeking reliable infrastructure alongside sloths, monk
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Costa Rica is the gold standard for Central American family and luxury travel. With over a quarter of its land protected as national parks or reserves, the density of wildlife is staggering. In places like Manuel Antonio or Corcovado, it is common to see monkeys, sloths, toucans, and iguanas all in a single morning hike.
The country is incredibly diverse geographically. You have the misty, magical cloud forests of Monteverde, the perfect cone of the Arenal Volcano with its surrounding hot springs, and the laid-back reggae vibes of the Caribbean coast. It is also the most developed country in Central America for tourism, meaning you will find excellent hotels, reliable shuttles, and English spoken widely.
This convenience comes with a higher price tag and larger crowds, but for families, first-timers, or those who want a stress-free immersion into nature, Costa Rica is unbeatable. It is safe, green, and fundamentally relaxing.
Recent guest reviews from stays in this area
Recent guest reviews from stays in this area
Stefano
3 months ago
se portaron muy bien
Manuel Antonio
Jessica Paola
3 months ago
We absolutely loved staying in Sonia’s Airbnb! It was in a perfect location and walkable to many great restaurants and small grocery stores. It was su…
Manuel Antonio
Steven
3 months ago
we waren er met onze familie van 4 met 2 kinderen van 6 en 9, voor hen was het zwembad perfect, niet te diep en groot genoeg om af te koelen en te spe…
Quepos
Alice
3 months ago
We stayed over christmas and had a lovely time. The apartment had amazing views and lots of outdoor seating. I would 100% return ! Marta & her family…
Quepos
Thalita
3 months ago
It matches description. Johanna communicates well, the space is clean, check in is so easy, and besides that Johanna has good recommendation with othe…
Quepos
Eric
3 months ago
Nous avons adoré cette magnifique maison, tellement accueillante et chaleureuse.Nos moments préférés : savourer un bon café sur la superbe terras…
Manuel Antonio
Georgina
4 months ago
This little apartment was a lovely place to stay at while exploring Manuel Antonio. It was really clean and a very good AC system, and all things you…
Manuel Antonio
Xavier
3 months ago
Le logement était impeccable!! Il est encore mieux que sur les photos! Une très belle vue!!L'hôte est très gentille et receptive à nos demandes!…
Quepos
Eric
This month
We looked around at a lot of different properties in the area for our visit. This was located in the action of it all. The property manager Fabien, s…
Manuel Antonio
Vera
3 months ago
We had a great time in John’s apartment. The apartment is spacious and well-equipped. Fabian was very helpful with checking in and gave in advance hel…
Manuel Antonio
Rory
3 months ago
Bobby’s place is amazing. Absolutely one of the nicest Airbnb‘s I’ve stayed in Costa Rica! The villa is so nice and spacious, everything is brand new…
Manuel Antonio
Katherine
2 months ago
We were very happy with our stay at Slow M Ocean. The gated compound was safe and secure while still being close to restaurants and shops. There was a…
Manuel Antonio
Jazzy
3 months ago
We had an amazing time! We also loved the resident dog, Luna. The place was clean, close to town, and the pool was steps away!
Tamarindo
Saúl
3 months ago
Excelente ubicación. Si bien es normal de la zona y desde la calle principal la distancia al alojamiento es corta considerar tener cuidado si se viaja…
Playa Grande
Catherine
4 months ago
Nous avons adoré la maison, environnement avec végétation luxuriante, très intime, très propre et spacieux. La plage de playa Grande est la plus…
Playa Grande
Cody
3 months ago
Beautiful property with a million dollar view of the coastline. John is a very accommodating and responsive host.
Manuel Antonio
Meredith
4 months ago
We enjoyed Bobby’s place for one night near Manuel Antonio. Clean and had everything you could want to feel at home. Had a bit of a walk to the beach…
Manuel Antonio
Claire
3 months ago
Très Bel endroit avec toutes les commodités. Assez près du centre pour sortir à pied et assez loin pour dormir tranquille et ne pas être dérangé par l…
Tamarindo
Maria
2 months ago
Es hat alles gestummen. Die Aussicht war atemberaubend. Die Küche war super ausgestattet. Die Unterkunft ist von Natur umgeben. Es war sehr sauber. Wi…
Manuel Antonio
Paul
4 months ago
We could not have asked for more! Stunning privacy, nature, 2 min drive to town. Katrin is a star! She was so invested in everything about o…
Manuel Antonio
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