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About the Hotel

Near Manuel Antonio Natl Park Entrance, Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

Hotel San Bada Resort & Spa is a 4-star Manuel Antonio hotel offering comfortable accommodations just 2 minutes from the beach, featuring three swimming pools and a full-service spa. Guests can enjoy a range of activities such as water sports and guided tours of Manuel Antonio National Park, which is adjacent to the hotel.

Rooms & Amenities

Hotel San Bada features 67 rooms, including standard, superior, and luxury options, each equipped with a private balcony, air conditioning, 32-inch LCD cable TV, minibar, and safety deposit box. The superior rooms offer partial ocean and jungle views, while the luxury suites provide more spacious accommodations with unique views to the Pacific Ocean and the Manuel Antonio National Park.

Dining Options

Dining options include the on-site Congo Restaurant that serves local and international cuisine, and a sushi bar. A breakfast buffet is available featuring a selection of fresh fruits and traditional Costa Rican dishes.

Leisure & Activities

For leisure, Hotel San Bada offers a family-friendly pool area with facilities for children and an adult pool on the terrace with views of the national park. The Sana Spa provides a range of natural treatments. Activities such as horseback riding to Mulguri waterfalls, snorkeling, and guided tours of the national park can be arranged.

Services & Local Area

The hotel is equipped with a conference room for business meetings and events amidst natural surroundings. Transportation options include public buses with stops within a short walking distance and private transfer services to local airports.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard Double Room
2 persons
32 m² 
2 Double beds
Sauna
Air conditioning
Superior Jungle View Two Beds
2 persons
32 m² 
2 Double beds
Shower
Air conditioning
Deluxe Room Partial Ocean View Two Beds
2 persons
32 m² 
2 Double beds
Shower
Air conditioning
Superior Jungle View
2 persons
96 m² 
1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
Shower
Air conditioning
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Getting around

Comprehensive guide to transport options for seamless travel

City Centre
Manuel Antonio 2.4 km
Airports
Aeropuerto La Managua (XQP) 11.7 km
Aeropuerto de Palmar Sur (PMZ) 112.2 km

What our guests says about facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
What’s included

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • Barber shop
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Horseback riding
  • Fishing

Guest Parking

  • Dryer

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's buffet
  • Game room

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Massage

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Dryer

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • CD player
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Location

Near Manuel Antonio Natl Park Entrance, Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
Map view
Near Manuel Antonio Natl Park Entrance, Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
Nearby
Puntarenas Province
Park Entry
10 m
Puntarenas Province
Parking for Manuel Antonio National Park
130 m
Hotel Si Como No
Manuel Antonio Nature Reserve & Wildlife Refuge
350 m
Restaurants
Restaurante Buru by the park
80 m
Park Entrance Road Manuel Antonio National Park
Congo Restaurant at Hotel San Bada
70 m
Contiguo a la entrada del Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio
Puerto escondido
400 m
Hotel Playa Espadilla
Alta Mar de Manuel Antonio
440 m
Opposite Playa Espadilla
Barres Las Gemelas
440 m
Manuel Antonio
Restaurante Balu
720 m
Manuel Antonio Beach

Reviews and Ratings

Reviews from guests about their experience.
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 5 reviews
4.5/5 based on 1343 reviews
8.1
8.1/10 based on 497 reviews
#17 of 49 hotels in Manuel Antonio based on Tripadvisor
Benjamin
United States, December  2024
8.4/10

I had an incredible stay at this hotel, located right next to Manuel Antonio Park. I enjoyed watching monkeys from my balcony, and the easy access to the beach and nearby restaurants was fantastic. While the breakfast buffet was decent, I've had better in other places, and some staff could be more welcoming. Overall, it was a great experience with beautiful surroundings and good amenities.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were lovely and clean, with great views of the nature surrounding the hotel. I especially enjoyed watching three types of monkeys playing in the trees from my balcony.
Service
7.0
The front desk team was very helpful, especially during a tricky time with changing flight schedules. However, a few staff members seemed less friendly than I hoped they would be.
Location
10.0
The location is perfect-just a short walk to Espadilla beach and right at the entrance to Manuel Antonio Park. I loved being surrounded by nature and spotting wildlife just steps from my room.
Dining
7.0
The breakfast buffet included traditional Costa Rican dishes, but it didn't stand out like breakfasts I've had elsewhere.
Facilities
9.0
The pool areas were great for relaxing, and I enjoyed the sunset views from the rooftop bar. Overall, the facilities were well kept and added to the enjoyable atmosphere.
Joseph
United States, December  2024
7.2/10

Hotel San Bada is in an incredible location right by Manuel Antonio National Park, perfect for early park visits. While the rooms are clean and boast stunning rainforest views, they need some updates. The rooftop bar offers great views, but the Wi-Fi issues are a downside. Overall, for the price, it's a decent spot, but not without its flaws.

Rooms
6.0
The rooms are clean but dated, with beautiful views of the rainforest. However, the Wi-Fi didn't work during my stay.
Service
6.0
Service was average; I found it surprising that breakfast starts at the same time as the park opening.
Location
10.0
The location is absolutely unbeatable, just steps away from the entrance to the national park.
Dining
7.0
Breakfast options start at 7 AM, which is inconvenient for early park visitors, but the Sushi restaurant on the rooftop is excellent.
Facilities
7.0
The rooftop bar offers fantastic views but lacks attendance, making it feel underused.
Joseph
United States, October  2024
7.8/10

This hotel offers a fantastic location right next to Manuel Antonio National Park, making it easy to explore the rainforest and nearby beaches. I had a very nice and spacious room with a lovely view, and breakfast options were impressive. However, the dining experience at the restaurant could use some improvement, and service at times felt a bit slow. The rooftop bar was a highlight, but the overall facilities could be better maintained.

Rooms
9.0
The room was spacious, clean, and had a lovely view of the surrounding forest.
Service
7.0
Service was a bit slow at the restaurant, but the welcome drink was a nice touch.
Location
10.0
The hotel is perfectly situated right next to the entrance of Manuel Antonio National Park.
Dining
6.0
Breakfast was great with a variety of options, but the restaurant service was disappointing at times.
Facilities
7.0
The rooftop pool had stunning views, but some shared spaces could use a bit more upkeep.
Chris
United States, October  2024
9.0/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! It's perfectly located right at the entrance to Manuel Antonio National Park, making it easy to explore the park and enjoy the nearby beach. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and housekeeping was prompt. The breakfast buffet was impressive, though I wished it opened earlier. Overall, it offered great value for money, but the Wi-Fi was a bit unreliable in the rooms, which was a small downside.

Rooms
8.0
My room was clean and comfy with a spacious bathroom. However, the safe was too small for my laptop, which was a bit inconvenient.
Service
10.0
The staff was amazing and extremely helpful with everything from tour bookings to special requests, which made my stay even better.
Location
10.0
The location was fantastic, just a short walk to the beach and right at the entrance to the park, perfect for wildlife sightings.
Dining
9.0
The breakfast buffet was one of the best I've had in Costa Rica and definitely worth looking forward to each morning.
Facilities
8.0
The rooftop pool and bar offered stunning views, but I felt there could be more entertainment options for kids.
Lance
United States, September  2024
8.2/10

My stay at Hotel San Bada was memorable, with friendly staff providing personalized service and a beautiful location near the national park. The rooms were clean but could use some updates. The dining experience was satisfactory, though not extraordinary. The pools were lovely, but Wi-Fi issues were frustrating. Overall, the value for money was decent, but improvements could be made.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable, with a lovely secluded balcony, but they are in need of updates.
Service
9.0
From check-in to check-out, the service was very attentive and made our stay enjoyable.
Location
10.0
The hotel is right next to the national park and very close to beautiful beaches.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was adequate, with good portions and variety, but nothing special.
Facilities
8.0
The pools were beautiful and well-maintained, even if the rooftop bar service could use improvement.
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