Overview
Surrounded by a rainforest, the chic Gaia Hotel & Reserve- Adults Only Manuel Antonio offers 3 outdoor swimming pools and a luxury gym. The 5-star luxury hotel is merely 1.4 km from Playa La Vaca and features a Turkish steam bath and a treatment room.
Location
Playas Gemelas Public Beach is about a 15-minute drive from this smoke-free hotel, while Holis Spa and Wellness Center is nestled about a 25-minute walk away. Manuel Antonio is also located 4.6 km from the Gaia Hotel & Reserve- Adults Only.
Transport
For those travelling from afar, Aeropuerto La Managua airport is 15 minutes' drive away.
Rooms
Overlooking the patio, some rooms at Gaia Hotel & Reserve- Adults Only feature a stone fireplace furnished with a writing table and a sofa bed. Guests will appreciate individual climate control and central heating, and relax with complimentary wireless internet and a home entertainment system. Offering a bidet and a separate toilet, the bathrooms are fitted with dryers and bathrobes.
Dining
Also, the accommodation features a pool bar. The bar area includes a lounge. This Manuel Antonio hotel is right around the corner from La Luna Restaurant at Gaia Hotel & Reserve and offers a broad selection of meals.
Relax & Wellness
The property has free access to a free beach with umbrellas and towels. The hotel entices guests with a spa zone featuring body scrub, pedicure, and manicure. Those on a business trip will benefit from a laptop safe and a photocopier provided on site.
Rooms & Availability
Studio
Loft Suite
Suite
Two-Bedroom Villa
Impressions
Positives and negatives
- Set within a 20-minute walk from the Playa La Vaca beach.
Facilities
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Grocery shopping service
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Dryer
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Outdoor dining area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Spa & Leisure
- Infinity pool
- Rooftop pool
- Plunge pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Turkish bath
- Steam room
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Body wraps
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
- Make up services
Facilities
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Grocery shopping service
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Dryer
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Outdoor dining area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Spa & Leisure
- Infinity pool
- Rooftop pool
- Plunge pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Turkish bath
- Steam room
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Body wraps
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
- Make up services
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Adults only
- Locker room
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- Hairdresser
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Activities
- Fitness centre
- Wind surfing
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Canoeing
- Skiing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Yoga class
- Fishing
Meeting Facilities
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Room Amenities
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Patio
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Accessibility
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- CD player
- AM/FM alarm clock
Decor
- Parquet floor
Tourist attractions in Manuel Antonio
Tourist attractions in Manuel Antonio
Local sights
- 1.7 km 1.1 mi Holis Spa and Wellness Center
- 1.7 km 1 mi Playa Espadilla Sur
- 1.7 km 1 mi El O'scars Galleria
- 1.6 km 1 mi Dante's Water Sports
- 3.2 km 2 mi Manuel Antonio National Park
- 1.7 km 1 mi The Captain's Booty
- 2.3 km 1.4 mi Playitas Beach
- 3 km 1.9 mi Marina Pez Vela
Getting around
- 2.2 km 1.4 mi Parada Quepos
- 2.2 km 1.4 mi Terminal de es de Quepos
- 2.2 km 1.4 mi Transportes Morales
Dining options
- 700 m 2297 ft El Lagarto
- 720 m 2362 ft Restaurante y Bar MarLuna
- 950 m 3117 ft Bar El Peresozo
- 700 m 2297 ft El Arado Restaurant
- 760 m 2493 ft Ronny's Place
- 390 m 1280 ft White Eagle
- 400 m 1312 ft Azuleo Moroccan Cuisine
Frequently Asked Questions
"Does Gaia Hotel & Reserve- Adults Only have a private beach?"
The hotel is located approximately 2,400 feet from La Macha Beach, which is the closest top beach.
"What spa treatments are available at Gaia Hotel & Reserve- Adults Only?"
The spa offers body wraps, body scrubs, facial treatments, manicures, pedicures, massages, and couples massages. Additional services include hair treatments, waxing, and wellness packages.
"Is there on-site dining at Gaia Hotel & Reserve- Adults Only?"
The hotel maintains La Luna Restaurant, which serves fresh seafood, Costa Rican dishes, sushi, and vegetarian options. The restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a view of the sunset.
"Are there wellness facilities available on-site?"
Yes, the property features a wellness centre that includes a spa, sauna, steam room, and outdoor swimming pools with views. The spa provides massage and beauty services with six treatment rooms.
"Can I arrange airport transfer at Gaia Hotel & Reserve- Adults Only?"
Yes, a paid ground transfer service is available from San Jose Airport at a cost of $195 each way. The service includes airport pickup and drop-off.
"Does Gaia Hotel & Reserve- Adults Only provide shuttle services to nearby attractions?"
The hotel offers complimentary shuttle service to Espadilla Beach every hour from 7:00 am until 4:00 pm. It also arranges transfers to Manuel Antonio National Park and other tours.
"What are the breakfast options and are they included in the stay?"
Breakfast is included and served daily with options that include fresh fruit, Costa Rican specialties, and baked goods. The meals are prepared with local ingredients and served in a setting with ocean views.
"What wildlife can be seen on the property?"
Guests can see scarlet macaws, toucans, monkeys, sloths, iguanas, toucans, and agoutis on the hotel grounds and in the surrounding nature reserve. Wildlife sightings are frequent but not guaranteed.
"Is there staff available to assist with tour and activity bookings?"
Yes, the hotel employs a tour desk and concierge services that coordinate excursions including national park visits, wildlife reserves, and water tours. Staff can assist via WhatsApp and in person.
"Are rooms equipped with unique features compared to typical hotels?"
Rooms have spacious layouts, with some suites offering large outdoor balconies or terraces. The two-bedroom villas include a rooftop terrace with ocean views and a private jacuzzi.