Gaia Hotel and Nature Reserve - Manuel Antonio

Gaia hotel and reserve is nothing short of exceptional. Its very difficult to encapsulate the serenity, beauty, atmosphere and greatness that is this magnificent experience into words. Its our last day here with my partner, and we are already looking at dates to come back and visit it again. The staff is 100/10. The food is superb. The spa is a must! The service is so warm and welcoming. The pictures online are just a taste of what you will come to experience. I cannot wait to visit again. Gaia will be on my mind until my next visit. Gaia goes above and beyond for a jungle beach vacation. The facility is so organized and getting around to the beaches is a breeze. Thank you Gaia for such a memorable time, we really enjoyed it and cannot wait to come back. I wish I could say more, but this is not a place to just talk and read about, it's a place you must experience for yourself. Highly highly recommend it.

A Perfect End to Our Honeymoon! We stayed here for a few days during the summer of 2025 for our honeymoon, and from the moment we stepped onto the property, we were in love. We were greeted right away, taken to the office, and welcomed at the reception desk with genuine warmth and attention to detail. The service truly felt five-star. One of the first things that impressed us was that they offered different scented products for showering — such a thoughtful, unique touch! Our room was beautifully located right by the pool. The pool itself was stunning, with a waterfall flowing from the upper pool into the lower one, and bar service available for anyone who wanted it. They even kept a tub of sunscreen by the pool, which was incredibly convenient. The restaurant had gorgeous views, and breakfast was impeccable every single morning. They even packed us breakfast to go on our last morning! They had a different selection of food for this but the offering of this meal to go was incredible for a long drive to the airport at 6am and the food was delicious, of course. Delicious food, lovely service — and my cortado was always perfect! The only small downside was that the lights in the evening attracted quite a few bugs, which made dinner outside a little uncomfortable when we had dinner at the on site restaurant but it didn’t take away from how great everything else was - this is expected in the rainforest! We switched over to this hotel after a very disappointing experience at Shana by the Beach, and we could not be happier that we made the switch. This hotel made sure we ended our honeymoon on a beautiful note. Even though it isn’t right on the beach or have a beach view, they offer a free shuttle every hour, plus $10 chair and umbrella rentals that you don’t have to carry! Daily cleaning was another plus — not necessary, but very appreciated, especially after coming from a hotel that didn’t maintain their rooms well. Our room was always spotless. The nature views were amazing, the nature surrounding the hotel was incredible, and the hike we took on the nature reserve - even though it turned muddy with the rain, is something I’ll never forget. We saw another sloth but this time much closer (we got lucky!). We loved waking up in the mornings and watching the macaws and toucans from our balcony. Honestly, I cannot rave enough about this hotel. The service, the surroundings, the pool, the staff — everything was wonderful. We would absolutely stay here again, and we recommend it to anyone visiting Costa Rica. It was the perfect ending to our honeymoon. Huge thank you to our concierge, Daniela and the rest of the Gaia staff who made the ending of our honeymoon memorable!

My first stay at the Gaia Hotel and Reserve in Quepos was truly exceptional and unforgettable. From the very first moment, everything felt special, calm, and perfectly connected to nature. The location is stunning. Surrounded by lush rainforest, the views are simply breathtaking and create a sense of peace that is hard to describe. Waking up to this scenery was a highlight in itself. From my room, I was lucky enough to see toucans and many other beautiful birds, which made the experience feel almost magical. The hotel offers excellent breakfast options, with a great variety and very high quality. It is the perfect way to start the day while enjoying the views and the unique atmosphere of the reserve. What really made this stay stand out were the people. The entire team was friendly, welcoming, and professional. A very special thank you goes to Jose Oscar, who was always approachable, incredibly kind, and supportive throughout my stay and even beyond. His attitude and care truly made a difference and made me feel genuinely looked after. Gaia Hotel and Reserve is a place where nature, comfort, and outstanding hospitality come together beautifully. I loved my time there and would absolutely come back without hesitation.