Debating between the comfort of a chic hotel and the thrill of more authentic accommodations? You'll get the best of both with this cozy apartment. The Elephant Castle is close to parks, restaurants and dining, great views and the beach. You’ll love my place because of the neighborhood, the comfy bed, the coziness, the kitchen. My place is good for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, and families (with kids). The space Located in the heart of Manuel Antonio, Quepos Costa Rica --our super-cute apartment boasts all the amenities you would expect from a luxury hotel, including concierge, a maid service , and high-speed Internet. At the same time, you can live like a local by taking advantage of the fully equipped kitchen and the proximity of the main beach in Manuel Antonio we call it "Playa Espadilla", only 10 steps (that's right only 10 steps)

## The Space

This cozy apartment offers the perfect balance between the comfort of a stylish hotel and the excitement of authentic local living. Located in the heart of Manuel Antonio, Quepos, Costa Rica, it provides all the conveniences you would expect from a luxury hotel, including concierge service, maid service, and high-speed internet.

At the same time, you can experience local life by using the fully equipped kitchen and enjoying the close proximity to the main beach in Manuel Antonio, known as Playa Espadilla—just 10 steps away.

## Location

The Elephant Castle neighborhood is close to parks, a variety of restaurants, and beautiful beach views. 

## Amenities

- Comfortable bed
- Cozy atmosphere
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Concierge service
- Maid service
- High-speed internet

## Suitable For

- Couples
- Solo travelers
- Business travelers
- Families with children

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2BR penthouse in Manuel Antonio

The Elephant Castle: Beach Front Penthouse - Apartments for Rent in Manuel Antonio Beach, Provincia de Puntarenas, Costa Rica

We loved our stay at the beach and Ali's place. Raul was our connection during our stay. He met us for check in and gave us a tour, provided names for who to contact for chairs in the beach and surf lessons, along with other tips for where to eat and find other items we needed. The location was right across the road from the beach and surrounded by great restaurants and a grocery store. The place was comfortable with a kitchen to cook in if you want a night in. There are so many activities to do in this area if you want adventure or you can relax on the beach. We will be visit again!

We loved our time there! It was well cared for and impeccably clean. It was great having Raul to answer any questions and set us up with a beach contact for umbrella and chairs. We had a 5 star experience!

We can’t say enough wonderful things about our stay at The Elephant Castle. The location, cleanliness, spacious accommodations, and convenience were outstanding. The beautiful public beach was just steps away, with affordable beach chair and tent rentals available daily. Restaurants, convenience stores, and the bus stop were all nearby, making it easy to explore Manuel Antonio. Raul was an exceptional host, arranging a fantastic guided wildlife tour in the national park, an incredible ziplining adventure with El Santuario, private airport transportation, and promptly answering all of our questions. We also loved discovering Amora Café, just a short walk toward the national park, with excellent coffee and quick breakfast options. Most of all, we fell in love with Manuel Antonio. The beaches, lush rainforest, abundant wildlife, and natural beauty made it an unforgettable destination. We highly recommend The Elephant Castle as the perfect home base for exploring this great area!

Raul met us there and acquainted us with the property and even helped us bring in our luggage. He was great! I was concerned about the location being noisy but it was not at all.  Very quiet with the doors closed and very comfortable with the air conditioning. The beach is literally across the street and the monkeys stop by around 3:30-4pm every day - Very cute - We had a great snorkling catamaran tour on the Sea Quest and an amazing Dinner at Emilios one night. We also had an amazing dinner at Baldi's just below the Air B&B. The beach and the sunsets are amazing. We would most definitely stay here again. Thank you so very much for all the hospitality!

We had amazing stay at the condo.  The location is perfect for spending a few days close to the beach and many restaurants.  We felt very safe walking around and exploring at all times of the day.  Would definitely stay here again.

Perfect local to enjoy the beach and national parks. Great restaurant right there too. Raul was attentive and readily available to answer any questions or concerns.

Fantastic apartment just across from the beach. Clean, well equipped and very comfortable. Highly recommended!

The location in Manuel Antonio can’t be beat! Literally steps from the beach, a walking distance to the national park. Raul helped us during our stay and was so helpful for all of our questions. He booked a zip lining tour for us which was a highlight of our trip. Our family loved Pablo and Luis down at the beach for renting chairs/umbrellas, and surf lessons, as well as the best restaurant recommendations and general Costa Rica advice. Pablo is “pura vida” and we are so grateful to have met him! Please note that due to the central location, there will be some noise below the apartment into the evenings, possible construction happening nearby, and traffic noise. We managed ok, but if nighttime noise is an issue for you, just take note! We would absolutely stay here again!

Perfect Location for Manuel Antonio! We had a really great stay here. The location is truly unbeatable—being within walking distance to both the public beach and the Manuel Antonio National Park entrance made our daily adventures so easy. It’s also conveniently close to several fantastic local restaurants. A few highlights from our trip: • Atmosphere: While you can hear the vibrant hustle and bustle of the street during the day, the property is surprisingly well-insulated. It was peaceful inside, and we had no issues with noise at night. • The Space: The place was spotless, comfortable, and felt like a true home base. • Communication: The hosts were wonderful—always responsive and genuinely helpful whenever we had questions. While the price point is on the higher end, the convenience factor of not needing a car or a shuttle to get to the park and beach makes it worth the investment. Highly recommended for anyone looking to be in the heart of the action!

Excellent place, would 100% stay again and also they accommodated our request for an early check in. The place is very spacious and the location couldn’t be any better.

If you’re staying in Manual Antonio you won’t be disappointed with this apartment/condo. Perfect location right across the street from the beach. Bet large and comfortable!!

Elephant Castle was a great choice for our family. We were a quick walk from Manuel Antonio Park, and right across the street from a beautiful beach. There's a lot of activity on the street, but you don't hear it in the apartment. It's nice to be able to walk out into it, and convenient to have a small grocery store right there, and a great little restaurant next door as well. Watching the rain and the sunsets from the balcony was lovely. Thanks for a great stay!

We really enjoyed our stay. Raul was the one to welcome us, and he helped us with great local recommendations for food and surf . Check in and check out was smooth.. we enjoyed staying right on the beach.

Very clean apartment in great location. It is across the street from the beach. Josue let us into the apartment and gave us information. Pablo, who is the surf instructor at the beach, also gave us good information on who to avoid and who to trust. We felt well cared for and safe.

Overall great experience. Right on the beach. Parking was convenient and easy to the beach.

This is a wonderful place in a great location. We loved being right across the street from the beach and within walking distance from the Manuel Antonio National Park. Josue was fantastic as a local host, helping us make arrangements for several local activities. Would definitely recommend this to others!

Ali and Josue were awesome. Easy and flexible check in, great place, all our activities booked upfront… Our kids and us had a blast!

5 stars all the way around! Great location right on Espadilla Beach, my all-time favorite beach for playing in the waves and body surfing. Water feels like bath water. People ready to rent you beach chairs for $5 and bring you drinks. The apt is the 2nd floor of the building and a solid Tiki Bar is right below you. Walking distance to Manuel Antonio NP. Our host was very cool and flexible. Our flight got delayed by six hours but he happily met us at the property at 11pm. The apt is spacious and well planned. I would not hesitate to rent it again.

Elephant Castle is an awesome place, just steps from Playa Espadilla, such a beautiful beach! Everyone is so friendly also, and so much to do!

We had an amazing time and our host was very responsive if we needed anything - which we really didnt because everything was great!! Would recomnend and would stay here again!

We enjoyed our stay at the Elephant Penthouse! It was just as described, beautiful and beachfront. Josué was easily available and responsive to our needs. The apartment was beautiful and modern and had all the amenities needed. If you’re wanting to see all Manuel Antonio has to offer, this is a great place to stay!

Our stay was as expected. The location was convenient, parking was always available which was a necessity during the busy weekend. All amenities were available and the space was found to be in immaculate condition. Josué was communicative and attentive.

You cannot ask for a better place with a better location. This condo is perfect with a great restaurant below. Highly recommend staying here.

Stunning apartment right by the beach.  2 very large bedrooms and enormous living space.  Great fun sitting on the balcony watching the beach fill up and then empty during the day.  Morning beach walks at low tide were a highlight.  Communication and offers of help from Josue were excellent.

What a great vacation we had, the place is amazing, beautiful beach, delicious restaurants, everything was up to the highest standards, we definitely coming back next year Thanks

Great place! So convenient. Right in the beach! Super helpful concierge booked activities for us. Baldis restaurant down stairs was both tasty and helpful with parking and holding keys while we swam. Surf instructor Pablo who works out of same building was very nice and got us all up. The place is actually much larger than the pictures suggest. Big clean and comfortable. Highly recommend it.

Great place near Manuel Antonio Park and the beach!

Super endroit près du Parc Manuel Antonio et de la plage!

This place is way better than the pictures. The location is the best possible with walking distance to the park. We had monkeys every day not on the patio but right next to it. We worried with the location about the restaurant there would be noise - not at all! It was soundproof glass and so peaceful. Josué let us in and got us set up and was available for anything we needed. We loved that we could get chair easily for the beach and the food downstairs was spectacular. This place is a must stay!!

Check-in was professionally organized, contacting us in advance with instructions. Reception and instruction very friendly, everything very clean. Restaurants just below, very nice beach over the street. Everything was very well organized.

Der Check in war professionell organisiert, Kontaktaufnahme schon im Vorfeld mit Instruktionen. Empfang und Einweisung sehr freundlich, alles sehr sauber. Restaurants gleich unterhalb, sehr schöner Strand über der Straße. Alles war sehr gut organisiert.

The Elephant Castle was great!  It was very close to everything you could want - Manuel Antonio Park, the beach, places to eat/drink.  The accommodations were amazing as well.  Both bedrooms were spacious and the air conditioning was a big treat.  Having the washer/dryer unit inside of the space was also crucial.  We would definitely come back!

Wonderful apartment and close to everything in Manuel Antonio. We walked to the park and to the beach. Josue’ helped arrange everything and answered questions. We had a great time.

This was our second stay at the "castillo de elefante". Just as amazing as our first visit, just a few months ago!! Muchas gracias!

Favorite AirBnB ever! Our family of 2 adults and 2 young adult kids loved our stay at Elephant Castle. The apartment is spacious, clean, and well appointed. The views are fabulous and the beach vibes perfect. The location allowed for easy access to the park and a short drive to area attractions. All those features were wonderful but it was the people who made it extra special. Josué, the concierge, was incredibly kind and helpful. He booked fabulous last minute activities for us and got us a primo table at La Luna at sunset. Pablo, the surf instructor, was friendly and welcoming. Jonathon and Lily at Baldi’s Restaurant made us feel like family, greeting us by name and engaging in warm conversation. Having a restaurant and bar downstairs was a great perk. We loved sitting on their deck with food and drinks at the end of our busy days. The Elephant Castle is the perfect spot for a stay in Manuel Antonio. We very much hope to be back!

Traveled with my partner and two twenty something year old sons for three nights. Unit has to be the best and possibly the only of it’s kind on MA beach. Clean, close to everything including entrance to the park. Occasional monkey sightseeings from the apartment. Great value. Words can’t describe how perfect this place is.  Only complaint is that we didn’t stay a full week. Thanks to all involved in making our stay special. Especially Josue, and also Lily from Baldi’s - downstairs restaurant.

Loved staying at this airbnb! Wish we could have stayed longer! Walking distance to the entrance to Manuel Antonio park where we spent the day on a tour and at the park beaches. Josue was great to work with and responded quickly when we had questions on things to do in the Manuel Antonio area and helped answer any questions we had! We even messaged him one night to see if he could help get us a taxi and he had one there in less than 5 minutes! Loved having Baldi’s Restaurant downstairs! They were so friendly and nice and the food was great! They heard my family say it was my birthday and surprised me with a happy birthday dessert and drink during dinner. We loved getting drinks there each day and had dinner and lunch there several times! Pablo the surfer was so friendly and we enjoyed talking with him each day. Great Airbnb! Lots of space and very clean!

My family had a great time at the Elephant Castle. It was a great location for all that we wanted to do while in Manuel Antonio.  We walked to the MA park one day. We did a fishing excursion in the mangroves that was less than 30 minutes away and we were literally steps away from the beach and a few shops and restaurants.  The apartment was cleaner and nicer than we expected and it felt like a treat to stay there.

Loved this condo!! Walking distance to everything. The restaurant downstairs was amazing and we spent a lot of our time there chatting with the awesome employees. If you’re looking to experience Manuel antonio look no further this is your place!

The perfect place to stay in Manuel Antonio! It’s directly across from the beach and near the national park.

We had wonderful vacation days at this beautiful Airbnb. The view of the sea, in the house and on the balcony are unique. The water in the sea was so incredibly warm that the shortest distance from the sea, you just have to cross the road to the beach make it possible to swim quickly at any time of day. Everything was available in the apartment and communication with Josué was very pleasant. Among the apartment at Baldi's fresh, you also eat very nicely and that with a ten percent discount. When I broke my Achilles tendon on the beach, everyone was extremely helpful. All around a lovely experience. I can only say Pura Vida!

Wir haben wunderschöne Urlaubatage in diesem wunderschönen Airbnb verbracht. Der Blick aufs Meer, im Haus und auf dem Balkon sind einzigartig. Das Wasser im Meer war so unglaublich warm, dass der kürzeste Abstand vom Meer, man muss lediglich über die Strasse zum Strand es ermöglicht zu jeder Tageszeit schnell Schwimmen zu gehen. Im Appartement war alles vorhanden und die Kommunikation mit Josué war sehr angenehm. Unter den Appartement bei Baldi s fresh isst man zudem noch sehr fein und das mit zehn Prozent Rabatt. Als ich meine Achillessehne am Strand einriss waren alle äusserst hilfsbereit. Rundum eine schöne Erfahrung. Da kann ich nur sagen Pura Vida!

Their place was amazing and we had a great stay. Very conveniently located from the beach.

The Elephant Castle was incredible, with a wide, comfortable balcony. It’s literally just a dozen steps away from the beautiful beach. Josue was super responsive to all our requests and questions. Defined would come back.

We had a great stay at Ali’s place.  It was right across from the beach and walkable to many restaurants. Raul and Josue were very helpful with making reservations and ensuring we had everything we needed. It is right above Baldi’s Fresh restaurant so use that for directions.

Amazing place! Larger than the photos look. Perfect location. Helpful hosts! Great food at Baldis below. Pablo’s surfing lessons were amazing! We could not have asked for a better location! Monkeys every day! We loved everything about the place! Raul and Josue were super helpful. We hope to return!

Amazing place. Extremely clean and had everything we needed. Perfect location for our quick trip. Anything you needed was there or within walking distance.

Great location!  Quiet and comfortable inside.

If you want natural beauty and the ability to walk to the beach, restaurants, Manuel Antonio park, look no further! A huge plus is their concierge, Josue, who can book tours and excursions, private drivers to other areas and who always show up on time and he confirms all activities in a timely fashion. Makes it very easy to travel to another country!  You feel very taken care of!

Josue, the apartment host, was amazing! He was in contact from the moment I booked the space until the moment we left. We ended up booking almost all of our activities for the area via him. His descriptions of the tours we were involved in were spot on and amazing trips! He was very friendly and responsive to all our needs. The space has an area that is shared by the local surfer instructor, Pablo. He is an amazing guy and offered lots of help and information. I wish we had time to spend getting instruction from him on surfing for myself and my kids, we just didn't have the time. The staff at the restaruant below the apartment, Baldi Restraurant, were also amazing and accomodating. I would probably book this location again if I were to return.

This is the perfect place right on the beach! Would definitely stay here again if we go back to the area. It is conveniently right above a restaurant and next to others so you don’t need to drive anywhere during your stay.

Location, location, location!! Right across the street from the beach, restaurant below, food market next door.  Deck for morning coffee and view of ocean/beach. Walkable to the National Park. Josie was extremely prompt and helpful with any questions we had. Also set us us up with cabana rentals with reputable person. Only disappointment was monkeys did not show up on our deck. :)

Had a wonderful time here with my family. We were traveling with an infant and grandparents and we couldn't have been treated any better. The location really is quite perfect being right across the street from the beach, and the folks at Baldi's restaurant were so kind and took very good care of us. It was our first quick stop as part of a longer trip but honestly we all wished we could have stayed longer. Great family memories made at the Elephant House. Thanks again and see you next time!

This place was amazing! We stayed for about a week and felt so completely at home. The apartment is very spacious and well-furnished, with a gorgeous view of the ocean. You are only a few steps from the beach, and about a 5 minute walk to the national park. Monkeys visited the balcony every day, which was pretty awesome. The folks in the restaurant below, Baldi’s, are some of the nicest people you will ever meet—made us feel totally at home. Food was fantastic too! Check-in was super easy too — Josué, the concierge, had excellent communication and helped us arrange a few excursions before we arrived. Gracias a todos y pura vida!

Good location , clean and people were wonderful , definitely will stay again

I've stayed in Manuel Antonio before in previous airbnbs but this hands down was best location, best property and amazing host. centered right in front of the beach. you take 5 steps out the airbnb and your on the beach. The inside is beautifully decorated with tons of art and crafted from scratch animals and birds. The Marbel floor throughout the entire place even outside on the extended balcony is stunning. Sits above a restaurant that will deliver food upstairs to you. staff is very friendly. you will also get a visit or two from the monkeys on the balcony. Josue was the best. He greeted us upon arrival with a smile. Very nice guy. Gave us a tour of the place and if we needed anything he responded immediately. If your looking, STOP this is it. You will enjoy it. Pura Vida!

Thank you for your Kind words Jamar, we really appreciate your amazing review. We loved hosting your group and thank you for taking care of our home. We hope you come visit us again in the near future!!

Excellent location and enjoyed the visit from the Monkeys.

This place is a real treat. Right across the street from the beach, you can watch the waves from your bed. The location is really unbeatable, also walking distance to the National park and several restaurants and supermarkets, and with good bus service. We did not have a car and could not have chosen better. The place is modern and rather high end. Baldis restaurant below is also a real treat with excellent service. Good quality bed linen and towels, including beach towels. Washer and dryer are a plus. And the highlight was the daily visit of monkeys to the nearby trees. My family of three loved  the place and can only recommend it.

Pictures don’t do this place justice. The Elephant house is a large spacious house above a restaurant.   If you are going to Manuel Antonio or just looking for a great beach getaway. This is the place. The house was super clean and had everything my family of four needed to enjoy our stay. Will definitely be sharing this gem with friends and family. The area is a busy beach community during the day and at night quiets down and we had zero issues with noise or people.

We were absolutely impressed with this super-clean, beautifully designed 2 bedroom (3 bed) apartment, one flight up with an outdoor shower to get the sand off. It's ON THE BEACH - you literally cross the road and you are there. The living room and master bed face the beach with a big balcony so you can be indoors or outside and facing the surf and sunsets (and sunrises behind you). Clean, washer/dryer, fluffy towels for the beach provided, great linens, super comfy beds, full kitchen. 2 clean bathrooms. When my wife (who has special needs) needed a steamer and can't use nonstick cookware, they provided other options. There are also restaurants steps away and a grocery store. It is walking distance to Manual Antonio Rainforest (3 blocks) and the apartment comes with a concierge Josue who is amazing, helpful, and responsive. He booked all the tours we wanted and helped with everything we needed! A great place to stay! I highly recommend it.

Perfect location, quiet and fantastic place that we highly recommend. We appreciated the close proximity to the beach, restaurants and the park. Having no car during our stay we selected this apartment to maximize our time and profit from the beach in Manuel Antonio. The cost was higher than average but definitely worth it given the size of the place, the perfect location and privacy compared to an hotel. Ali’s team and concierge were super friendly and helpful. They provided plenty of suggestions, helped us make reservations and were always available. We also enjoyed the nice team and delicious smoothies and food at Baldi’s fresh just below the apartment. Simply Pura Vida!

The elephant house is a must-do if you’re wanting to stay as close to MA National Park while still having an ocean-front view. If you want a luxurious stay with great amenities, beautiful views, and views of monkeys from the porch, then this is the stop for you!

The location was epic! Right across from beach / 5 minute walk to Manuel Antonio entrance!!! The apt was new, modern, and spotless!  It was beautiful and decorated perfectly. The patio out front was a great place to sit and watch the monkeys and birds. Also, could see tons of monkeys in the back as well!  The restaurant downstairs was so convenient, delicious and the owners and staff were so friendly and accommodating. Also, 10% discount! Raul was the host that let us in, took the time to show us around, and gave us recommendations. He went above and beyond in finding us an offshore fishing charter (The Cowboy) at the last minute when the one we booked got cancelled. He coordinated with the captain and also even offered to find us transportation to the marina. We caught 5 mahi. So fun! Finally, we also got to know Pablo (surf instructor) who keeps his boards on the property. He was so friendly and nice and was also available to answer questions. Can’t go wrong with booking here!

This Airbnb was excellent. The location is literally across the street from the beach. You can sit on the patio and hear/watch the waves perfectly. The Airbnb is on the second floor and there is a restaurant below it called Baldis. Good food and they deliver it to your room and the beach with a 10% discount. Everyone is really friendly. There are several restaurants and super markets within walking distance and you can catch a cab anytime you want. To me, this is the perfect Airbnb with all the amenities I need around it. The host is great and really responsive and the place is very clean. I will stay here again. Just as described. Pro tip: Take a cab or drive to Emilios restaurant. The food is amazing. They also have a pizza place next door that is really good.

Across the street from the beach, within walking distance of Manuel Antonio Park, a restaurant downstairs, and a concierge. It had a washer and drier, which was very convenient. The rental was very clean and perfect for our group of four people. The balcony had a great view and monkeys would come to visit. There is a super market within a few yards, so grabbing a few items was very easy. There is one dedicated parking space. Overall, I could have easily stayed longer (if I was able). :)

Nice place- directly where we wanted to be. Just cross the street and on the beach where all the action is. A little pricey but it was worth it for our family.

This is the best location in Manuel Antonio! There was a dedicated parking space. The furnishings were comfortable and clean. The rooms were spacious. The kitchen was lacking some basics: measuring cup, minimal eating utensils (only 3 forks and 5 spoons) and no basics like salt/spices for making breakfast etc but there were grocery stores nearby. The AC wasn't functioning properly but they had repair guys out 2 days in a row to get us cooled off. Views off of the balcony can't be beaten. Monkeys came to visit twice. Being twenty steps to the beach can't be beaten. We were amazed at how quiet the apartment is for being right in the middle of everything. We would certainly stay here again.

Elephant Castle was amazing; the location can’t be beat, the space was spacious, comfortable and clean, and you can’t beat the views! Josué was great with the checkin and checkout process as well as helping us with booking tours during our stay. Can’t say enough about the supporting cast too! Pablo helped us get surf lessons which were a wonderful experience. He was always helpful, friendly and a general delight.  Same for Jonathan and the team at Baldi’s. We are grateful for the experience, so appreciative of the staff and could not recommend it more!

This condo is directly across the street from Manuel Antonio Beach.   Pablo took great care of us with chairs, surf lessons, boogie boards, and great local advice.    Baldi fresh is a wonderful restaurant and we got take out a couple times and ate upstairs.   Their morning smoothies are fresh and delicious.     We loved the location and the comfortable beds and amenities.   We hope we can visit again!

Perfect place! We brought my 88 yr old father who had only ever been out of the U.S. one other time to Canada. He was nervous about how he would feel and while he walks and rides a bike, he has a hard time with long walks. We wanted a place with a view in case he didn'tfeel well and also an easy walk to the beach. While many places had beautiful views, we didn't see many with easy beach access. Elephant Castle was right across the street from the beach and an easy, flat walk. It was a beautiful view from the balcony where we could hang and people watch or check out the birds and monkeys. We also appreciated that we had reserved parking right outside the door, again making it easy for my dad. The inside is gorgeous... we enjoyed relaxing there and made several meals. Place was immaculate, comfy beds, and terrific showers. Josue helped us with recommendations, reservations, and was extremely responsive... answering us within a minute of us messaging him. Fantastic in every way!

Great location, beautiful space. Looks directly on the beach, 5 minute walk to the national park and a few restaurants just downstairs. The condo is very spacious and comfortable and has everything you need for a comfortable stay. Our host was very helpful, attentive and responsive. We highly recommend this place!

Great Airbnb, extremely spacious and super close to the beach and National park. Fantastic to have such a prime parking spot and the restaurant below the apartment is delicious. Overall , very wonderful experience - the monkeys even greet you at the balcony just before sunset.

Ali's place was one of the best Airbnbs we have ever stayed at. The location right across from Playa Espidilla Beach was phenomenal! Restaurants and grocery stores all within easy walking.  Plus Raul, the personal Concierge she has for your convenience was able to schedule many awesome activities such as a snorkeling trip, catamaran sunset cruise, horseback riding in the mountains and even a two day excursion to La Fortuna and Monteverde.  All could be arranged through the Concierge.  All transport drivers were on time and extremely helpful. One of the best trips ever and we will be back for sure!

Don’t look anywhere else. This is the place to stay! Perfect spot! Walked out the front door and immediately at the beach. We rented some chairs and umbrellas out front and spent hours here. The location is also a 5-10 minute walk to Manuel Antonio Park and a night tour we did. It is located right above a restaurant where you get a 10% discount. We ordered food a couple of times and they brought it right upstairs to our place so we could eat there. And as others have said- so nice to have a parking spot right there and not worry about anything. It’s a perfect location- would definitely recommend!

Nice big living area for 4 people.   The beach was beautiful with palm trees and rock formations.  The PentHouse was above A restaurant so the area was a bit hectic but had a positive energy.  All water sports were convenient and available for rental. However, Be prepared to be approached relentlessly by people selling Snow cones, Cigars, coconuts, T-shirts, etc.,All day long.

Great location and house...well stocked kitchen and washer and dryer...could walk to Manual Antonio National Park...having a parking spot in an area that is hard to find parking was also a huge bonus....

We stayed for 3 nights in early January and wish we could have stayed longer.  This is a beautiful, clean, high-end home, steps from the beach.  There is a reserved parking space right out front and Manual Antonio is a short walk away.  Playa Espadilla is right across the street and we rented chaises and an umbrella during our beach visits.  Lots of activity, vendors and people during the weekend that we visited but I thought that it added to the fun.  This rental is directly above the Baldi's Fresh Restaurant (which is excellent, ate there a few times).  Grocery and liquor is on the same block as this home as well as many other restaurants.   The rental itself is nicely furnished and has comfortable beds and a full sized W/D.  There is some street noise during the day but Manuel Antonio seemed to shut down around 9pm.  I am a very light sleeper so I brought ear plugs and was able to sleep very well.  I highly recommend this home I am already trying to plan our next stay.

Amazing apartment - location was the best - right across the street from the beach . Steps away from Manuel Antonio park. The apartment exceeded our expectations - very clean and stylish. Host was very responsive , we were met to show the apartment , got info on local restaurants and places to see. We saw monkeys , iguanas and sloths at the beach.

This place exceeded all expectations. Amazing location, across the street from the beach, feet away from the Manual Antonio Park, and restaurants. The AirBNB was beautiful, clean, amazing view. We saw squirrel monkeys, and capuchin monkeys. Our stay couldnt have gone better and we loved every part of it. Thank you for such a wonderful stay. We enjoyed it.

Great place, best location. Couldn’t ask for more. Walking distance to Manuel Antonio park. A lot of good restaurants nearby. Joshue is very nice and helpful concierge.

What an amazing place! The location was perfect - right by the beach and the entrance to the national park, right by restaurants too. The beach was beautiful and the airbnb was super well equipped and spacious. The hosts were super responsive and helpful. A beautiful place all around, would highly recommend!

Best location for beach and national park. They’re restaurants all over the area, you would have your own designated parking. The house from the inside has so much charisma, other than being very specious, it’s so many sculptures and designs. In my case a group of white face monkey came to visit me and my wife at the balcony. Definitely recommend very lovely place.

Beautiful place in a perfect location. Good communication from host. Great stay - thank you.

Elephant Castle is very special  on Manuel Antonio Beach, very well designed, very functional, and very convenient.

We had a wonderful time staying at Elephant Castle! The view was beautiful and we saw monkeys on our balcony most mornings! It is in a perfect place for walking to the national park and the restaurant downstairs was delicious!

Ali’s place is wonderful with very nice furnishings and decor. It is in an excellent location for visiting Manuel Antonio National Park and is close to numerous restaurants.   It has a wonderful view of the beach and is great for watching the town come alive in the morning. We had a wonderful stay. Mike M, Annapolis Md.

Perfect location and we love the place.  It was nice to have a washer and dryer since you are near the beach and the rain forest!   Would love to return another time!

This place is awesome!  It has everything you need at an unbeatable location!  You cannot get any closer to the beach!  Raul was very communicative, nice and polite!  Check-in was a breeze.  We will definitely consider this place again for our next trip to Manuel Antonio.  Had a great time!!!

Loved everything about this location and the host was great with his patience and consistent communication. Truly helped make my stay in Manuel Antonio one to remember :)

Elephant House was the perfect place to stay during our time in  Manuel Antonio. It is directly across the street from a very nice beach and just a short walk (uphill)  to Manuel Antonio National Park. The house itself is beautiful and clean and comfortably fit our family of 5. Communication was excellent; Any questions we had were answered quickly. We were lucky enough to see monkey’s on the balcony and a sloth sleeping in a tree across the street on one day of our stay. I highly recommend Elephant House!

The best place to stay in Manuel Antonio! Exactly as all others have described - lovely and comfortable home, beautiful beach across the street, walking distance to National Park, delicious restaurant downstairs, super convenient parking, awesome surfing instruction, and Raul is always available to help with anything to make your trip the perfect vacation. The only reason we can see not to recommend it is to try to ensure it will be available for us next time.

Beautiful and peaceful retreat to the Manuel Antonio beach. Our family had such an amazing time here. The home was so clean, spacious, and accommodating. It had everything we needed and more. What’s more amazing is how it was right on the beach. What a balcony and view and monkey visits… so incredible. We were able to walk to many places and a short taxi ride would take us any further. Also, we definitely can’t forget that below us was the most delicious Baldi’s Fresh. Amazing, amazing, amazing. Thank you Raul and superhost for an unforgettable Pura Vida experience.

This place was incredible.  Couldn't get closer to the beach and the location and convenience made this place awesome.  Extremely convenient to walk down to the beach and make trips back and forth if we needed snacks, food, beverages, etc. Short walk to the Manuel Antonio park.  Felt like we booked a penthouse suite.  Will absolutely book here again in the future and recommend to friends and family.  If you book further away, the hilly terrain will make it a difficult walk and parking can be a pain in the area (not ideal with kids).  The restaurant below was a huge plus, great food and service and best happy hour in area.  No noise issues at all.  We stayed with two children ages 4 and 7 and was perfect.  Raul was our point man and a huge help.  Pablo was a local who does surf lessons and rents beach chairs / EZ ups for cheap and provided a ton of local advice. I saw a previous review complaining about the water pressure, which we encountered initially, but a quick text to Raul resolved the issue.  He was over in minutes and cleaned out the shower heads and no problem at all.  So water pressure was NOT an issue.  A lot of places advertise AC and only have one unit. This home actually had an AC unit in each room AND the living area, we were very comfortable.

Probably the most ideal location if you want to experience the Manuel Antonio park area. The loft is above the Baldi restaurant and you literally hear nothing when all windows and balcony sliding doors are closed - great sound and light insulation. The beach is less than 50 ft away! Quite a few restaurant selections nearby and the rest are a $5 taxi ride away.  MA park entrance is less than 5 min walk away. The concierge Raul was very helpful too and you can WhatsApp him to book anything you need! Apartment was very clean and exactly as advertised, would highly recommend to anyone.

The place is great! Amazing view and location.

Ali's place is great, right on the beach with a restaurant underneath. We were able to get great deals on cabanas and beach chairs right in front of the airbnb from Pablo who stores his surfboards behind Ali's place. The place is secure, has a parking spot, is large and cozy, and has all the amenities you need.

Just a fantastic stay for my family.  Very spacious two bedrooms with an unbeatable location steps from the beach and only a couple of blocks to the national park.  Beautiful views, great balcony.  Raúl was very responsive and helpful whenever we reached out to him.  One of the big highlights of our trip to Costa Rica.

Great location. Amazing service. Raul is wonderful. Everyone at the restaurant is welcoming. It’s quiet inside. Excellent sunsets. Just perfect!

2BR Penthouse