Hotel Playa Espadilla & Gardens
Manuel Antonio 200 metros oeste del Parque Nacional
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Why people book this hotel
“Great location - 5 min walk from beach and Nation Park”
“We loved the close proximity to the beach, national park and restaurants”
“Staff and grounds were exceptional”
“The staff were friendly and helpful”
“The pool area was beautiful and so much wildlife to see around the grounds”
“Great location, near the park, beautifully kept grounds and nice warm pool”
“I cannot fault this hotel in any way, comfortable beds, wonderful pool, 2 minute…”
“great location nice room good pool and access to the beach good breakfast excell…”
“Clean, comfortable rooms , nice pool etc”
“Everywhere was clean and well kept”
“The breakfast was really good and the facilities were brilliant”
“Breakfast was fantastic with a good menu to choose from”
Overview
Just a 1-minute walk from Playa Espadilla Beach in Quepos, this hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, free breakfast and a tour desk. Hotel Playa Espadilla also has tennis courts. Each air-conditioned room at this property features a cable TV and a private bathroom with a shower and toilet. The deluxe junior suite features a large spa bath. The property serves dinner on request, and guests will find other dining options within 3 km of Hotel Playa Espadilla. There is a seafood restaurant just 150 metres away. Manuel Antonio Park is just 200 metres from the property and offers guests hiking and nature outings, while the tour desk can help arrange activities like rafting, kayaking and surfing. Quepos Mangua National Airport can be reached in a 15-minute drive.
Traveller reviews
Christina
family_with_children
June 18, 2026
“Warm and welcoming hotel. Will definitely return.”
Staff and grounds were exceptional. Everyone was so kind and polite.
Michael
couple
June 4, 2026
“Great hotel for visiting Manuel Antonio Park”
Great location - 5 min walk from beach and Nation Park. Clean, comfortable rooms , nice pool etc
Melissa
family_with_children
May 31, 2026
“Great stay at a lovely hotel in the perfect location”
We loved the close proximity to the beach, national park and restaurants. The pool area was beautiful and so much wildlife to see around the grounds. Everywhere was clean and well kept. The staff were friendly and helpful.
Faye
couple
May 31, 2026
“A wonderful, relaxing stay”
This was our final stay in Costa Rica, and it was a wonderful relaxing end to our trip. I cannot fault this hotel in any way, comfortable beds, wonderful pool, 2 minute walk from the beach, and for us the restaurant produced the best food we’d had on our holiday. The staff too were helpful and cheerful - a great stay
raphael
extended_group
May 29, 2026
“very good”
great location nice room good pool and access to the beach good breakfast excellent front office staff walking distance to national park
Anna
family_with_children
May 17, 2026
Great location, near the park, beautifully kept grounds and nice warm pool
Simon
solo_traveller
May 5, 2026
The setting and central location near resturants and beach .
Eva Luz
couple
April 25, 2026
“Nice hotel”
Pretty hotel. Super friendly staff.
arnaud
family_with_children
April 20, 2026
Close to the beach and the national park. The pool.
Richard
couple
April 18, 2026
“Efficient and friendly staff. Beautiful Hotel and Gardens. Great proximity to the entrance to Manuel Antonio Park, which”
Efficient and friendly staff. Beautiful Hotel and Gardens.
Catherine
solo_traveller
April 13, 2026
“Highly recommended”
All staff very friendly especially Daniella and Yafet who assisted willingly with a slight medical emergency. Location great - peaceful but also really close to beach and restaurants. Pool clean and inviting.
rana
solo_traveller
April 12, 2026
Delicious food. Friendly staff. Close to the beach and the park. Clean rooms and good service
Dan
couple
April 7, 2026
“A great stay in Manuel Antonio”
A great location at the heart of Manuel Antonio, but still quiet and secluded from the hustle and bustle of the beach area a 5 minute walk away. The breakfast was really good and the facilities were brilliant. The staff were also very helpful.
Lara
couple
March 21, 2026
“Clean, comfortable room, with good facilities and in an excellent location for MA National Park”
We had a fantastic stay at Hotel Espadilla Gardens with a fantastic location a few minutes' walk from the entrance to the Manuel Antonio National Park and from the beach. The room was spacious, clean and comfortable and nicely decorated. The air con and fans helped keep the room cool and provide respite from the hot, humid weather outside. There were a couple of chairs on the verandah outside to chill out in, as well as lovely sunbeds by the pool with fans. The staff were friendly and very helpful. Breakfast was fantastic with a good menu to choose from. Lunch and dinner at the restaurant were great too. It's worth noting that meals, including breakfast, are hosted at the sister hotel (Hotel Playa Espadilla) which is less than a minutes' walk across the road. You can also make use of the pool and pool bar there during your stay. All in all we had a comfortable stay at this chilled out hotel.
John Dafydd
family_with_children
March 10, 2026
“great hotel. very close to National park”
We really liked our stay at this hotel. Staff were great, and organised a tour of the national park for us. It's very close to the park and beach so very convenient. Room was clean, pool was ok and restaurant and breakfast was great. Free
John
couple
March 1, 2026
“A wonderful stay near Manuel Antonio National Park.”
The location was excellent being within walking distance of the beach and Manuel Antonio National Park. The breakfast and evening meal were superb and they prepared a breakfast box for us on the day we went to the park at 6.50. The reception staff were absolutely great, organising our tours and transport with impressive efficiency and very good humour. They responded to WhatsApp very quickly. I would strongly recommend this hotel.
Paul Hardie
family_with_children
February 23, 2026
“A beautiful experience.”
Most beautiful pool and rooms in the area. Staff were fantastic, nothing was too much trouble. I would recommend staying here if you are in the area. Breakfast was delicious, choices were great. The wildlife in the hotel gardens was nearly as good as the National Park next door !
Sally
extended_group
February 17, 2026
Location
Dirk
family_with_children
February 5, 2026
“Wonderfull stay in a wonderfull hotel”
Such a friendly staff. Great, clean and cosy rooms. Very nice pool area and beautiful garden. Great setting for the breakfast and restaurant. Breakfast is very good. Location is perfect. Very close to the beach and shops and restaurants. And very close to the entrance of the Manuel Antonio park. The Playa Espadilla beach near the hotel is a very beautiful and clean beach. With good prices for chairs and parasols. Sunset at the beach is breathtaking.
Maggie
family_with_children
February 2, 2026
Loved the location - very accessible to the national park and to the beach. Staff were all super lovely, food was great!
Facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible, Toilet with grab rails, Higher level toilet
Activities
Back massage, Neck massage, Foot massage, Couples massage, Head massage, Hand massage, Full body massage, Walking tours, Happy hour, Live music/performance, Massage, Billiards, Hot tub/Jacuzzi, Hiking
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
Food & Drink
Wine/champagne, Fruits, Breakfast in the room, Restaurant, Bar, Snack bar, Special diet menus (on request), Kid meals, Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
Bicycle parking, Minimarket on site, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Safety deposit box, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture, Outdoor pool, Outdoor pool (all year), Garden, Terrace
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Accessible parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Mobile app for room service, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Pool and wellness
Swimming Pool, Pool/beach towels, Pool bar, Shallow end, Kids' pool, Swimming pool
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive, Check-in kiosk in the lobby
Services
Daily housekeeping, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Ironing service, Packed lunches, Tour desk, Luggage storage, Room service, Airport shuttle, Laundry
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Premium King with Balcony
The spacious double room has a private bathroom, air conditioning, a coffee machine, as well as a seating area with a flat-screen TV. Boasting outdoor furniture, this double room also features a safe deposit box and a TV with cable channels. The unit has 1 bed.
Standard Queen Room with Garden View
This air-conditioned double room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as outdoor furniture. The unit has 1 bed.
Premium Triple Room
This air-conditioned triple room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as outdoor furniture. The unit has 2 beds.
Standard Triple Room with Garden View
This air-conditioned triple room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as outdoor furniture. The unit has 2 beds.
Premium Quadruple Room
This air-conditioned quadruple room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as outdoor furniture. The unit has 2 beds.
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