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La Vela Boutique Hotel

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

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Relax by the serene pool surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and a soothing waterfall.
Stroll through a tranquil indoor garden surrounded by lush tropical plants and ferns.
Relax in this spacious living area with a sofa, coffee table, and side table, leading to an outdoor space through a large sliding glass door.
Enjoy meals in the compact kitchen with microwave and refrigerator, and dine in the adjacent seating area.
Relax in a serene outdoor space with a round table and four chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden fence.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Garden View

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
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Studio Suite | Terrace/patio

Family Studio Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Grand Suite, 1 King Bed

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
Fridge
  • 65 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

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
Fridge
  • 32 sq m
  • 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
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Superior Double Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View

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
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Manuel Antonio Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 8 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Playitas Beach - 11 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Biesanz Beach - 12 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Playa La Macha - 15 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 178 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Avión Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Emilio's Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burû - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Magic Bus - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪El Patio de Café Milagro - ‬5 min drive

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-service 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 round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket information and concierge services
  • Smoke-free property, a vending machine and beach towels
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks, such as air conditioning and separate dining areas.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate dining areas and fridges

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site 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 lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoke-free property

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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

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 cots/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, on-site 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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 at La Vela Boutique Hotel?

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?

Checkout 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

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 313 out of 417 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 417 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 417 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 417 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 417 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

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

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

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

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

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

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10/10. Wonderful stay in Room 1 for three nights.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

A wonderful little hotel in a great location. It was a 3-4 minute walk to both the beach and the national park. I would use again. The staff was very courteous and helpful. Breakfast was very good. I even had the pizza one night (they have a wood burning pizza oven) and it was very good. Parking can be a bit tight. I believe there were about 10 spots but it always seemed to work itself out.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Coral

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my 8th time traveling to Costa Rica and this hotel was definitely one of my favorites! Perfect location for walking and great free breakfast options. The pool is nice and we got to watch monkeys while sipping a drink. 10/10! I will be back, thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

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

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

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

Yen

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

Pura Vida!!!

Amazing property! I love how it is small and chic, great location to the park, and walking distance to a lot of restaurants, beach and bars. Staff are extremely friendly and quick to help you. Breakfast buffet and happy hour were a plus!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cute property with very kind and attentive staff. Clean rooms with everything you need. Location could not be better steps from the beach and the national park. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

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

Asuka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to Manuel Antonio. Very friendly and nice stuff. Pizza was very tasty.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ismaray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint hotel, walking distance to Manuel Antonio national park. The breakfast was great! Highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We have a wonderful time there. It is very close to the beach and park.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very good location, right on the neighbor of Manuel Antonio. We rent a car, park in hotel, walked to parque de Manuel Antonio. Don't have to looking park to the park. Hotel is quite, clean, service is good, pizza wood burned is so delicious. Employee are nice, very friendly. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kameron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property with a nice patio space. Great staff. Walking distance to both the beach and National Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Florence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean, the hotel is located close to the Manuel Antonio national parc, the pool area was very nice and the staff was great !
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

sudhir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The kitchen facility was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 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