Valle Pura Vida Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Marina Pez Vela

Marina Pez Vela

Explore the waterfront in Quepos with a trip to Marina Pez Vela. Wander through the beautiful beaches and lush rainforests in this family-friendly area.

Marina Pez Vela
Playa Espadilla

Playa Espadilla

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Espadilla during your trip to Manuel Antonio? Wander the beautiful beaches and lush rainforests in the area.

Playa Espadilla

Cascada El Salto

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cascada El Salto during your travels in Manuel Antonio.

Cascada El Salto

Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge

Explore the great outdoors at Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge, a lovely green space in Quepos. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge

La Culebra Waterfall

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at La Culebra Waterfall during your travels in Manuel Antonio. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area or seek out the local tours.

La Culebra Waterfall

Playa Puerto Escondido

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Puerto Escondido during your trip to Manuel Antonio? Wander the beautiful beaches and lush rainforests in the area.

Playa Puerto Escondido

Activities

Manuel Antonio National Park Excursion

Manuel Antonio Park – Guided Nature & Wildlife Tour with transportation

AU$119
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Manuel Antonio Park – Guided Nature & Wildlife Tour with transportation
2-3-Hour Manuel Antonio Park Nature Guided Tour

2-3-Hour Manuel Antonio Park Nature Guided Tour

AU$42
per adult
2-3-Hour Manuel Antonio Park Nature Guided Tour
Catamaran

Catamaran Cruise from Manuel Antonio with Snorkeling

AU$148
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Catamaran Cruise from Manuel Antonio with Snorkeling
Manuel Antonio with Mauro / Tickets not Included!

Manuel Antonio with Mauro / Tickets not Included!

AU$45
per adult
Manuel Antonio with Mauro / Tickets not Included!
Mangrove Boat Tour Damas Island | Manuel Antonio

Mangrove Boat Tour Damas Island | Manuel Antonio

AU$113
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Mangrove Boat Tour Damas Island | Manuel Antonio
Walk and Sighting of Flora and Fauna in Manuel Antonio

Walk and Sighting of Flora and Fauna in Manuel Antonio

AU$38
per adult
Walk and Sighting of Flora and Fauna in Manuel Antonio
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Our pick of the best Valle Pura Vida Hotel Deals

Casa Lamia

Casa Lamia

4.5 out of 5
Amigos del Rio, Quepos, Puntarenas
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury vacation home in Quepos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Manuel Antonio Beach and Manuel ...
8/10 Very Good! (70 reviews)
"The property is beautiful! It is in a great area if you want to rest and also very close to the main road if you are there for attractions. The food is delicious and the attention is top tier. Thank you guys for everything."

Reviewed on 25 July 2025

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Casa Lamia
Oasis Diverse Adult Retreat.

Oasis Diverse Adult Retreat.

4 out of 5
Valle Pura Vida, Quepos, Puntarenas
The price is AU$179 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
AU$179
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star B&B in Quepos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
"This place is a hidden gem! Everything from the peaceful atmosphere to the cozy rooms makes it ideal for a relaxing weekend escape."

Reviewed on 17 July 2025

Oasis Diverse Adult Retreat.
Riverside Bungalows

Riverside Bungalows

3 out of 5
Valle Pura Vida, Quepos, Provincia de Puntarenas
The price is AU$234 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
AU$234
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Quepos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Manuel Antonio Beach and Cascada El Salto ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
"The bungalows were wonderful. Spacious and a nice private outdoor space for relaxing. Staff were attentive and friendly. There is routinely wildlife around. We saw scarlet macaws, toucans, monkeys and lizards. Would absolutely recommend."

Reviewed on 31 Mar 2025

Riverside Bungalows
Casas Guaney

Casas Guaney

3 out of 5
Road to Manuel Antonio, Quepos, Quepos, Puntarenas
Stay at this 3-star villa in Quepos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Manuel Antonio Beach and Manuel Antonio Nature ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (7 reviews)
"Great location clean & the owner was friendly & helpful!"

Reviewed on 31 Mar 2025

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Casas Guaney
Casa Tropical - Gardens & Wildlife @ Manuel Antonio's Hill Top Hidden Paradise

Casa Tropical - Gardens & Wildlife @ Manuel Antonio's Hill Top Hidden Paradise

Manuel Antonio
Stay at this vacation home in Quepos. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions Manuel ...
10/10 Exceptional! (110 reviews)
Gorgeous Property
"We loved this house! My kids called it a mansion! The three levels of living were perfect for our family of 7. We saw many birds, monkeys, and a sloth while we were there. The pool area was relaxing and fun for the kids. The air was super cold in the rooms, and it worked great. The kitchen was nice ..."

Reviewed on 5 July 2025

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Casa Tropical - Gardens & Wildlife @ Manuel Antonio's Hill Top Hidden Paradise
Parador Nature Resort and Spa

Parador Nature Resort and Spa

5 out of 5
Quepos to Manuel Antonio Road, Quepos, Puntarenas
The price is AU$472 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$472
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Quepos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"Amazingly beautiful place! We saw monkeys 20+ 2 times, on the monkey trail and later at the spa! We also saw sloth, macaws and other animals on the property! We played pickleball, got a couples massage, swam, went snorkeling, kayaking and jumped off tour boat’s high deck and used their slide. Much ..."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Parador Nature Resort and Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Valle Pura Vida

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El Cerro

If you're spending some time in El Cerro, Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and Rancho Tipico don Juan are top sights worth seeing.

El Cerro

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