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La Vela Boutique Hotel

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A clear view of a swimming pool with a drink in a glass, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas. - La Vela Boutique Hotel (Quepos)
A modern living room with a sofa, a small round table, and a potted orchid. - La Vela Boutique Hotel (Quepos)
A modern building with a wooden door, a staircase, and surrounding greenery. - La Vela Boutique Hotel (Quepos)
A modern outdoor space with a glass enclosure, bamboo fence, and lush greenery. - La Vela Boutique Hotel (Quepos)
A modern living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a view of a balcony with outdoor furniture. - La Vela Boutique Hotel (Quepos)
Located close to La Culebra Waterfall and Manuel Antonio 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. In addition to a garden and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Room options

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View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Garden View

A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, and a small table. There is a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with plants.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Garden View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a view of a garden through the door.

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains, a coffee machine, and a plant.

Deluxe Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a desk with a coffee maker, and a view of a balcony with tropical plants.

Superior Double Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Grand Suite, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a colorful bedspread, a nightstand with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a wall painting.

Grand Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Room

A modern outdoor space with a glass enclosure, bamboo fence, and lush greenery.

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Family Studio Suite

A modern hotel room with a glass wall, a balcony with a table and chairs, and a bed with a green chair and a small table.

Family Studio Suite

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Manuel Antonio, a neighborhood in Quepos, La Vela Boutique Hotel is in the mountains and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Manuel Antonio Beach and Biesanz Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Marina Pez Vela. Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and La Culebra Waterfall are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ziplining. Visit our Quepos travel guide
Map
200 metros antes de la entrada, al Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio, Quepos, Puntarenas, 60601

What's nearby

  • A beach with waves, a forested hill, and a cloudy sky.
    Playa Espadilla
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A beach with clear turquoise water, white sand, and rocky cliffs.
    Biesanz Beach
    19 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Zip Coaster
    5 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Playitas Beach
    18 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Playa La Macha
    39 min drive - 6.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Restaurante Cerdo Feliz
    7 min drive
  • El Patio de Café Milagro
    5 min drive
  • Drunken Monkey
    6 min drive
  • Coffe Place
    18 min walk
  • Falafel Bar
    5 min drive

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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 self 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
  • 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
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

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?

Located in Manuel Antonio, this hotel is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Manuel Antonio Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of La Culebra Waterfall and Biesanz Beach. Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and Marina Pez Vela are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

La Vela Boutique Hotel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 354 out of 475 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 101 out of 475 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 475 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 475 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 475 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Friendly staff. Excellent location for exploring the National Park. 5 minutes walk from entrance
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great beautiful property. Room clean, staff so friendly, delicious breakfast. Enjoyed seeing the capuchins around the property. Such a fun place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La Vela Boutique Hotel was perfect all the way around. Amazing staff, beautiful property, delicious breakfast and pizza, and super clean rooms. The best of all I think, would be the location, you could walk to the beach, shops and restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Helpful and friendly staff
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Decent hotel, breakfast is ok, but the National Park entrance and the beach is a 5 min walk from this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place with a great atmosphere. Fantastic location, just a short walk from the public beach and from the entrance to Manuel Antonio national park. The staff were super welcoming and friendly. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly welcome and very helpful staff. Great room with a massive bed. We enjoyed drinks by the pool and the seeing the iguanas!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute place, super clean rooms, close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, amazing location. Lovely rooms. Nice pool. Perfect for a visit to Manuel antonio
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good location，walking distance to the national park and beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was great. Location 10/10. The breakfast was good and the pool was a gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The best combination of proximity to the park, proximity to the beach, yet a quiet location with lush plantings throughout the property that make it peaceful, private and tropical. Great pool (and pool bar) with an awesome, friendly, helpful staff. Great breakfast with wonderfully local food items.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Perfect location. Short, easy walk to Manuel Antonio Park as well as to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good staff, decent room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel very close to the beach and national park (2min walk). The front desk staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay, very close to the water and lots of wildlife to see .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are all unique, beautiful, spacious, and clean. The staff are exceptionally helpful and kind. The included breakfast was one of the tastiest meals we had in Costa Rica! Good access to the park and beach. Highly reccomend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff from front desk to house keeping to breakfast and pool area. The location of the hotel is excellent- convenient to restaurants, beach and Manuel Antonio. Would definitely recommend and rebook
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nothing else to say about this place but perfection! Proximity to Manuel Antonio five minute walk. Staff everyone VERY friendly and helpful. Pool, breakfast, poolside bar everything exceptional. All very, very, good! Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice pool
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with comfortable accommodations and friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice property with the beach and restaurants within walking distance. Staff was excellent and very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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