Gaia Hotel and Reserve

Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

Location
Gaia Hotel and Reserve is on the Central Pacific Coast of Costa Rica, about 3km from the port of Quepos (7km), in Manuel Antonio.

By Air:
Quepos is the nearest airport for domestic flights but international airlines fly into San José Juan Santamaría International (165km). Or fly to the smaller Liberia airport (263km) which is served by seasonal charter flights from Europe and North America. Click on the links below for a list of airlines serving these airports.

From the Airport:
Many guests take an internal flight from San José, then take advantage of the hotel's free transfer from here. However, if you'd prefer to travel overland, Gaia can arrange a transfer from the airport at San José - see Rates.

By Car:
It’s just 3 hours’ beautiful drive to reach Manuel Antonio from San José. But consider carefully if you really want to drive around Costa Rica. The roads can be awful and the signage is hopeless. In Manuel Antonio you really won’t need a car, and you might prefer to arrange transfers if you’re travelling to 2 or 3 destinations within the country. If you do decide to go it alone make sure you hire a 4-wheel drive. We recommend Holiday Autos, which normally offer the best prices.

By Public Transport:
The public bus goes from San José to Quepos. Once in Quepos, take a taxi direct to the hotel.

Detailed directions will be provided when you book through i-escape.

More on getting to Costa Rica and getting around

Airports:

  • Quepos 7.0km XQP
  • San José Juan Santamaría International 165.0km SJO

Other:

  • beach: 0.5 km
  • shop: 0.5 km
  • restaurant: 0.5 km
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Book this hotelRates from 220USD

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