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La Vela Boutique Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Manuel Antonio Beach

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La Vela Boutique Hotel, near Manuel Antonio National Park, offers a tranquil escape. Guests enjoy breakfast on the sunny terrace, relax by the outdoor pool, and browse local artwork in the on-site gallery. Free WiFi and exceptionally helpful staff consistently impress visitors.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Garden View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Double Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Grand Suite, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Grand Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
  • 65 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Fridge, espresso maker, electric kettle

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Studio Suite | Terrace/patio

Family Studio Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
200 metros antes de la entrada, al Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio, Quepos, Puntarenas, 60601

What's nearby

  • Playa Espadilla - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Playa Espadilla Sur - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Playa Puerto Escondido - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Manuel Antonio Beach - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Playitas Beach - 11 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 178 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Avión Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Donde Alex - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Coffe Place - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪El Patio de Café Milagro - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burû - ‬2 min walk

About this property

La Vela Boutique Hotel

Hotel near Manuel Antonio Beach
Located close to La Culebra Waterfall and Playitas Beach, La Vela Boutique Hotel provides free self-serve breakfast, a terrace, and an art gallery on site. The on-site pizza restaurant, La Vela, offers lunch, dinner, and a poolside location. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and laundry facilities.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage, and a gift shop
  • Smoke-free premises, a vending machine, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like air conditioning and separate dining areas.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate dining areas, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • La Vela
  • Vela Bar

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 180 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, onsite parking, and high chair
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Hotel Vela Bar Manuel Antonio
Hotel Vela Bar
Vela Bar Manuel Antonio
Vela Bar
Vela Bar Hotel
Hotel Vela Bar Costa Rica/Manuel Antonio National Park
Hotel Vela Bar Adults Only
La Vela Boutique Hotel Hotel
La Vela Boutique Hotel Quepos
La Vela Boutique Hotel Hotel Quepos

Frequently asked questions

Does La Vela Boutique Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is La Vela Boutique Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at La Vela Boutique Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

What time is check-out at La Vela Boutique Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Does La Vela Boutique Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 180 per vehicle applies.

Where is La Vela Boutique Hotel located?

Situated by the ocean, this hotel is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Manuel Antonio Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of La Culebra Waterfall and Playitas Beach. Biesanz Beach and Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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La Vela Boutique Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 320 out of 424 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 424 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 424 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 424 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 424 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay, very close to the water and lots of wildlife to see .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff went above and beyond to take care of us. Our local flight was cancelled the day before our stay and Joseway sent a driver to pick us up 6 hours away. He also took care of all our excursions. Rodrigo took care of our made to order breakfast every morning and is so kind. It is a Great location! It’s a 3 min. Walk to the beach and 5 min. to Manuel Antonio National Park.
Me in front of our sweet boutique hotel La Vella.
Rodrigo even came to the lobby to tell us Good Bye as we were leaving.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent , quiet , comfortable hotel - near everything , yet very quiet , clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Manuel Antonio
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property with the beach and restaurants within walking distance. Staff was excellent and very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A very well located and charming hotel

Very charming hotel close to the beach and the entrance of the park. Excellent location ! And they have delicious yoghurt for breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to be just close enough to walk to the beach, but not in the middle of the craziness. Staff was very accommodating with any requests and assists happy to see us!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Magnus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Smaller hotel, convenient located, in walkable distance to the beach and Manual Antonio Park, quiet location (unless the monkeys are onsite :). Very friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property in only a few minutes walk to Manuel Antonio. Quick and easy check in and out. Only a few rooms so it never seems crowded. Surrounded by trees, and you’ll hear/see birds and if lucky even monkeys.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

JHOVANA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
In general all was good, dislike nothing that they could have done the area is a bit rundown.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emmi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful place and good location

Pleasant stay. Beautiful place and very good location just next to the beach and national park. Many good restaurants nearby. Breakfast was very food.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Heaven in manual Antonio.

Very enjoyable hotel experience. The staff was extremely friendly and very helpful helping us get taxis or a book tours. Breakfast was nice and pizza at the hotel by the pool was very good. On the hotel grounds, we saw frogs, iguana, and many types of birds.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome hotel and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with comfortable accommodations and friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little boutique hotel, close to everything in manuel antonio.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Landra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely fabulous place to stay. It was so clean, felt totally safe, the pool are was lovely and the pizza and pina coladas were amazing!! Nothing I didn’t like about this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Didier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking is small, just take care. Still possible for SUV
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location for National Park

Great location. Reception staff very friendly and accommodating. The breakfasts were exceptional. It was walking distance to Manuel Antonio Park.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maricela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly, property close to Manuel Antonio National Park.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anuj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place near the Manuel Antonio Park. 5 minutes walk from the National Park as well as a beach. The hotel premises and rooms are very clean. Serene environment in & around the hotel premises.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great, small hotel with friendly staff. Very pleased with our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the rooms and pool. Breakfast food and staff are excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Beautiful Botique hotel, excellent wood fired pizza in the bar area by the pool. A perfect stay in Manuel Antonio
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and went out of their way for you. Delicious woodfired pizza. Place has excellent atmosphere. Very satisfied
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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