Hotel berhampiran La Madre Park, Quepos

We stayed here a week between Christmas and New Year's and this place was fantastic. The villa was spacious, the beds extremely comfortable, the AC worked exceptionally well, and the kitchen was well equipped. The pool was great for a dip after a long day of hiking, and we even saw both spider and white-faced monkey while sitting out! One even tried to steal some food! The breakfasts were delicious, starting with a plate of fruit, and then you have a choice of 5 different types of breakfasts. We all loved the Tico breakfast (eggs, rice & beans, plantains, sausage, and tortillas. Delicioso!) But, the best part of Villas Mymosa is the staff. Everyone from the chef, to the cleaning ladies, to Kathy the evening bartender, to Karen the morning server, German the night watchman, and Amy and Kathia the office managers, were so friendly and accommodating to our every need. I booked all our excursions through Kathia and ended up making a new friend! The Villas are located right near the bus stop from which, for less than $1, you can get to Quepos or Manuel Antonio. I highly recommend Villas Mymosa.

This is a great hotel that is small enough to feel intimate but has most of the amenities of a large resort. Of course, the initial highlight is that the hotel is built into the forest and treats the land as a preserve. On top of that, many of the rooms have gorgeous views, and ours had a view of the ocean over the hills. The staff is amazing. Everyone is super friendly and helpful. Even though they have some routines that make things easy to follow and access, the staff is more than willing to help or adjust if you need it. We drove in, and once there they reserved a parking spot for us near the cart / shuttle service for the entire stay! From the entrance / parking, a shuttle takes you to the main building (rain or shine…we never had to wait in the rain and it was pouring when we arrived). The facilities were outstanding and well-appointed. Don’t get me wrong, there are some features that are aged, but most things are very nice and everything is always super-clean. The pools are really nice. Small, but several levels allow for multiple infinity pool experiences, along with floating chairs if you prefer to hold your drink while floating. There is a “swim up” bar that I think is usually open from 12-5 but don’t quote me on that. The food was pretty good. IMO, stick with traditional dishes. Ceviche and traditional Costa Rican breakfast were our favorites, but everything we tried was pretty good. The drink menu is a little light. They offer enough choices, but there are not any high end liquors, and the wine is good but I do not believe I also any vintages that you might expect from a hotel of this caliber. Finally, the rooms were very very nice. Our son had his own “standard” room and it looked as nice as ours did, even though he did not have as much space. Our room was a suite with a bedroom, full bath with walk in shower, a private patio, and a living space complete with leather sofa (and pull out bed), dining table with chairs, and club style chairs to complete the seating area. All very comfortable. Our room also came with access to a private terrace on the top floor. This space also included seating and tables, umbrella, and curtained Chaises. Great views from there and the private patio! In short, we did not have enough time to enjoy all of the amenities even within our own room, but we were beyond comfortable and the views and vibe were amazing. One more thing: the owner has started a macaw restoration project, so you can see Scarlett macaws on the premise. We also saw many other bird species (this is an eBird hotspot for those who use it), heard monkeys, and enjoyed seeing sloths and iguanas on the premise (but not in or near the room 😊).

We recently stayed at a resort near the Manual Antonio National Park, Si Como No, for 10 unforgettable nights with our two young children, and it was nothing short of magical. From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel right at home—special shoutout to Omar, Tony, Evelyn, and Alan, who went above and beyond to ensure our stay was perfect. Their warmth and genuine hospitality added a special touch to our experience that we won't soon forget. The food at both of the on-site restaurants was absolutely fantastic. Every meal was a delight, with fresh fish always in the menu. We enjoyed a wide variety of dishes, and each one was a hit with both the adults and the kids—no small feat! The resort itself is a paradise for wildlife lovers. We were thrilled to see capuchin monkeys, squirrel monkeys, and a ton of lizards right on the property. From our balcony, we were even lucky enough to spot whales off in the distance—a truly breathtaking sight. And if that wasn’t enough, we also saw sloths lazily hanging in the trees and vibrant macaws flying overhead. One of the best parts of our stay was the ease of access to tours and excursions. The resort's proximity to the national park made our visit there incredibly convenient (especially with young kids) and we also enjoyed a variety of other day trips, including a boat tour, a night jungle tour, and several relaxing days at the beach. Everything was so well-organized that we could focus on enjoying ourselves without any of the usual travel stress. We can't recommend this resort highly enough and are already planning our return trip. If you're looking for a perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and exceptional service in Costa Rica, this is the place to be! Thank again to the Si Como No staff!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Shana and found the room, facilities and staff excellent. The breakfast, the bar and the dinners were equally excellent and the beach was also an added bonus. We plan on returning to Shana on our next visit it Costa Rica.

They spoil you here! They have a WhatsApp set up for their guest services and it made it all the more spoiled. I was at the spa and I needed ice for my drink that I brought there and all I did was message and they brought it right to me. The food was great breakfast, lunch, and dinner. There was free shuttle service to Agua Azules and the town, which was perfect because we booked parasailing with Agua Azules and they dropped us off right at there steps. The room was clean. The property was beautiful. We got to see sloths, iguanas, and monkeys! The monkeys were right outside our hotel building (we booked a vista suite) when checking out.

We stayed here for 6 nights for the last portion of our honeymoon. The location was to die for, 5 minutes to MA National Park, 3 minutes to the beach and minimarket and numerous restaurants to choose from. The bed was comfortable, we had AC in the room as well as TV. Free breakfast in the morning was a huge perk. There is a buffet of fruits and breads and you can choose from a variety of hot breakfast items as well. We loved the pancakes! The staff was very friendly and professional, helping us to book tours and surprising us with wine & a floral arrangement when they found out it was our honeymoon. The pool was also great to relax on a slow day. There was also plenty of wildlife right on sight which is always fun!