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$265Puntarenas, Quepos, Manuel Antonio, Frente A Restaurante El Avion, Quepos, 60601, Costa Rica
185 reviews
1/85
Restaurant
Outdoor swimming pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Air conditioning
Tour desk
Parking On Site
Non-smoking rooms
Alma Vida Hotel is a three-star retreat in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica, located 0.5mi from the city center. Address: Puntarenas, Quepos, Manuel Antonio, Frente A Restaurante El Avion. Breakfast is served on site to start mornings with a smile.
Rated by 185 guests, this property features a restaurant and a free outdoor swimming pool. Free private parking and complimentary Wi-Fi keep stays easy, while air conditioning and non-smoking rooms ensure comfort. A tour desk helps plan adventures, and kids’ meals are available for an extra charge.
Accessible travel is supported with wheelchair-friendly facilities, plus beach umbrellas and chairs, a garden, and free toiletries. The setting combines convenient amenities with a friendly vibe for travelers seeking a practical and pleasant Costa Rica stay.
Dine at Restaurant #1, a family-friendly, modern spot that serves Local and International cuisines, giving a tasty taste of the region. An inviting outdoor pool awaits for those who want a quiet sun-soaked break, with an adults-only policy for a calmer poolside vibe year-round.
Free private parking and complimentary Wi-Fi take the edge off travel logistics, while air conditioning and non-smoking rooms keep things comfortable. A tour desk helps plan adventures around Manuel Antonio, and kids’ meals are available for an extra charge for younger travelers.
Payment is straightforward with Visa and Mastercard accepted, while cash isn’t accepted.
Closest airports
Quepos La Managua Airport
3.2miTobías Bolaños International Airport
38.4miJuan Santamaría International Airport
41.1miPalmar Sur Airport
56.2miDrake Bay Airport
58.9miRestaurant
Outdoor swimming pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Air conditioning
Tour desk
Parking On Site
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Beach umbrellas
Beach chairs/Loungers
Garden
Free toiletries
8.2
185 reviewsCategories of assessments
Cleanliness
Comfort
Location
Facilities
Staff
Value for money
WiFi quality
Breakfast
Featured reviews:
Lucie
8.2
March 2025
Nice hotel but actually under renovation. Our room was really small but clean and already renovated - little dark during the day but had a really good lights in the evening. Good location for the Manuel Antonio national parc trip or a sundowner on the beach. There are many restaurants nearby with an ocean view. The rooftop bar just opened. After the renovation it could be a nice spot!
Parts of the hotel are under renovation - sometimes very loud. There are a lot of steps to go - nothing for elderly people.
Deb
10
January 2025
The hotel is in a very good location, the beach is only a couple minutes away and there’s restaurants around the area. The staff was always willing to help and made us feel very welcome! They have a lot of information about tours and activities to do in the area. The property is absolutely gorgeous, great views, multiple pools and the rooms are clean and tidy. You can also see animals roaming around, we saw monkeys, macaws and sloths 🦥. I recommend them 100%!! I’ll definitely be back.
Bruno
8.2
April 2025
The hotel is huge, with three swimming pools, huge green areas and it's so easy to see monkeys, iguanas, lizards, birds and capybaras. It almost makes a visit to the national park unnecessary. The hotel is undergoing renovations and, although I had booked a room without a private bathroom, I was given one with a private one, which we loved, of course, and we can only thank our luck. Perhaps they've simply done away with this type of room recently. However, you could tell that the renovations were recent and clumsy, as there were remnants of paint on the windows and even in the rubbish bin in the bathroom. Another less positive point is the lack of atmosphere - with so many swimming pools, there are two bars in the main one that are fully equipped and closed. All it would take is human resources and some ambient music and everything would be so much better. Curiously, during Friday and Saturday there were no events of any kind... but on Sunday at 7am they had live music during breakfast. It doesn't make sense. Overall, the stay was very good, it served our purpose perfectly, the location is excellent. It has the potential to be much better, because the structures are all there, what's missing is efficient management and an entrepreneurial spirit on the part of the new owners.
Chloe
10
July 2025
I have no complaints about the property. It is absolutely beautiful and surrounded by trees and wildlife. They upgraded my room without me asking which was lovely. The breakfast was incredible. There are multiple pools, they are so nice and lots of places to sit around them. The staff were incredible and so helpful. The room its self was very luxurious, comfy bed, air con, and I had a patio table and hanging chair. Only a 15 minute walk from the beach or a bus stop right outside the hotel. Would definitely come back
It was a little pricey, but I was happy paying for the experience!
Alice
8.2
March 2025
The room we ended up in was clean and spacious. Nice to have the option of different pools which were really nice and we had to ourselves pretty much all day everyday. Great location just opposite the bus stop and close to a grocery store and restaurants. Short drive to national park and beach.
Unfortunately the first room we were shown to smelt very damp and was full of condensation however we asked to swap rooms and the man on the desk had no issues swapping us to an upgraded room immediately which we were grateful for. Lots of stairs to access the hotel and rooms so wouldn’t be suitable for anyone with mobility issues. Found the breakfast set up at roots a little bit odd - it seemed like the ordering and getting drinks process changed everyday, also paying $4 for two extra slices of toast seemed a bit steep.
Cari
10
February 2025
Beautiful and clean. Great food at the onsite restaurant Roots- very fresh and nutritious, Phani, Manfred and Julie took great care of me and made sure my food was gluten free without a problem. The yoga shala and yoga classes were incredible, Lillie, Marta, Anna, Kerri-and the others (I took 12 different yoga classes while I was there :)) were wonderful teachers, each offering their own warm spirit and insight into the practice in different ways. All the staff were amazing, Ken and Kevin in reception, Tracy and Luciana in the coffee shop, all nice people to chat with, super helpful about what to do and how to get around, and very welcoming. The room was kept very clean and the bed was super comfy. Air conditioning worked great. The pools were nice and clean. I ended up extending my stay for a total of 7 nights and was very pleased with my entire stay.
Property was gorgeous- there are a lot of steps, but everything else was just perfect.
Červ
9.1
February 2025
Delicious breakfast, two beautiful pools and nice architecture with small units dispersed around. We got a room near to the forest and we were able to see a lot of animals (monkeys, anteater, kinkajou, toucan, hummingbirds, iguanas, agoutis, etc.) from the porch next to the room. There is a store nearby and a bus station just in front of the hotel.
Breakfast service is slow - if you have some planned activities afterwards, plan to bo there well in advance. You can’t open the windows in the room and it gets really humid inside - specially if you have wet towels from the beach or wet clothes from the rain shower. Also the “cosy” type of the room is small for two people - it’s in line with the description, nothing wrong, but you feel really cramped inside, without the space to place your luggage. The room gets even smaller thanks to the huge wooden bed frame (much larger than the mattress) that you will bump into at least theee times a day. :) Also, they could place some more sunbeds by the pool.
Allison
8.2
March 2025
Lovely hotel, conveniently located at the bus stop so you can park your car when you arrive and move around only by bus, which is recommended if you plan on visiting the nearby beaches or the Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio. The breakfast is nice, even though service can be a bit slow, so make sure you're not on a tight schedule. We even participated in a free salsa class, very unexpected but super relaxed and friendly! The room has all it needs :)
Breakfast service is a bit slow -- we didn't anticipate this so it can get quite stressful if you booked activities at specific times afterwards.
Alex
8.2
April 2025
- Lovely stay here during a visit to Manuel Antonio. The room had a very nice rustic feel to it with a nice comfortable bed. - The staff were really helpful. We were only here for one night so as we checked out in the morning to visit Manuel Antonio national park, they let us leave our bags after check out to collect on return. Finished earlier than expected at the national park but had a few hours before our transfer to Uvita, yet they were happy for us to use the pool and facilities while we waited. - The highlight here is sitting around the pool! We had parrots flying overhead, Toucan's landing in bushes next to us, iguanas and agoutis wandering around, plus deer just over the hotel wall.
Did not stay long enough to pick out any faults
Leendert
10
February 2025
The hotel is absolutely amazing. They are gradually turning an old hotel from the 90’s into a beautifully renovated hotel with all the modern features it needs. My favorite part was the yoga and meditation sessions they offer daily in the beautiful space with jungle views and the focus they put on wellness. There is a coffee shop, restaurant and roof top bar. All very modern and trendy. I tried to stay longer but unfortunately the hotel was fully booked.
The only part that could maybe be an issue for some people is the many stairs around the complex. But even there, the staff is very accommodating in helping with luggage etc. I thought it was beautifully designed.
Attractions
Manuel Antonio National Park
1miRainmaker Park
12.9miMatapalo Beach (Playa Matapalo)
13.9miAlturas Wildlife Sanctuary
25.8miAttractions
Manuel Antonio National Park
1miRainmaker Park
12.9miMatapalo Beach (Playa Matapalo)
13.9miAlturas Wildlife Sanctuary
25.8miAirports
Quepos La Managua Airport
3.2miTobías Bolaños International Airport
38.4miJuan Santamaría International Airport
41.1miPalmar Sur Airport
56.2miDrake Bay Airport
58.9miRestaurant #1
Cuisines
Ambiances
Location
Age restrictions
Availability
Restaurant
Outdoor swimming pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Air conditioning
Tour desk
Parking On Site
Non-smoking rooms
Wheelchair accessible
Beach umbrellas
Beach chairs/Loungers
Garden
Free toiletries
Accessibility
Toilet with grab rails
Wheelchair accessible
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Private Bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Business Facilities
Business center
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Laundry
Food & Drink
Fruit
Kids' meals
Restaurant
Wine/Champagne
Front Desk Services
Baggage storage
Express check-in/out
Invoice provided
Private check-in/out
Tour desk
General
Air conditioning
Facilities for disabled guests
Family rooms
Hypoallergenic room available
Non-smoking rooms
Smoke-free property
Internet
Free wifi
Outdoors
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Parking
Free Private Parking
Parking On Site
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Safety & security
24-hour security
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Security alarm
Smoke alarms
Safety features
Access to healthcare professionals
First aid kits available
Spa
Beach chairs/Loungers
Beach umbrellas
Outdoor swimming pool
Yoga classes
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Come and go whenever you want
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 4 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
No capacity for extra beds or cribs.
Visa,
Mastercard
This property does not accept cash.
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