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La Vela Boutique Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Manuel Antonio Beach

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Exterior
Family Room
Family Room
Grand Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area
Family Studio Suite

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$262
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr

Explore the area

Map
200 metros antes de la entrada, al Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio, Quepos, Puntarenas, 60601
  • Manuel Antonio Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Playitas Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Biesanz Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Quepos (XQP)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Garden View

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Garden View

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Studio Suite | Terrace/patio

Family Studio Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Grand Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area

Grand Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
  • Mountain view
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Fridge, espresso maker, electric kettle

Family Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Superior Double Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View

Superior Double Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Manuel Antonio

At La Vela Boutique Hotel you'll be 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Manuel Antonio Beach and 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from La Culebra Waterfall. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-service breakfast. .The restaurant, La Vela, serves pizza and is open for lunch and dinner. Vela Bar is the hotel's own bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Quepos hotel, you'll be 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Playitas Beach and 4.4 km (2.7 mi) from Biesanz Beach.

What's nearby

  • Manuel Antonio Beach - 6 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 9 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Playitas Beach - 13 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Biesanz Beach - 15 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Playa La Macha - 19 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 178 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Avión Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Emilio's Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burû - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Magic Bus - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪El Patio de Café Milagro - ‬5 min drive

About this property

La Vela Boutique Hotel

Hotel with free breakfast, near Manuel Antonio Beach
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly La Vela Boutique Hotel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Quepos hotel is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
La Vela Boutique Hotel offers 20 accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate dining areas. Beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • La Vela
  • Vela Bar

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at La Vela Boutique Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 180 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, on-site parking and high chair
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, on-site parking and high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Hotel Vela Bar Manuel Antonio
Hotel Vela Bar
Vela Bar Manuel Antonio
Vela Bar
Vela Bar Hotel
Hotel Vela Bar Costa Rica/Manuel Antonio National Park
Hotel Vela Bar Adults Only
La Vela Boutique Hotel Hotel
La Vela Boutique Hotel Quepos
La Vela Boutique Hotel Hotel Quepos

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at La Vela Boutique Hotel?

La Vela Boutique Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at La Vela Boutique Hotel?

As of 23 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Vela Boutique Hotel on 24 Apr 2025 start from AU$261.99, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at La Vela Boutique Hotel?

Yep, La Vela Boutique Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to La Vela Boutique Hotel?

Yep, La Vela Boutique Hotel is a short 11-minute walk from Playa Espadilla. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and body boarding. You can also find boat tours.

Does La Vela Boutique Hotel have a pool?

La Vela Boutique Hotel has an outdoor pool.

What makes La Vela Boutique Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Poolside dining and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at La Vela Boutique Hotel.

Does La Vela Boutique Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, free self-service breakfast is on offer daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at La Vela Boutique Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at La Vela Boutique Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves pizza. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at La Vela Boutique Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at La Vela Boutique Hotel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

La Vela Boutique Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 305 out of 408 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 408 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 408 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 408 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 408 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yang, Cleveland

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very good location, right on the neighbor of Manuel Antonio. We rent a car, park in hotel, walked to parque de Manuel Antonio. Don't have to looking park to the park. Hotel is quite, clean, service is good, pizza wood burned is so delicious. Employee are nice, very friendly. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pura Vida!!!

Amazing property! I love how it is small and chic, great location to the park, and walking distance to a lot of restaurants, beach and bars. Staff are extremely friendly and quick to help you. Breakfast buffet and happy hour were a plus!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location for National Park

Great location. Reception staff very friendly and accommodating. The breakfasts were exceptional. It was walking distance to Manuel Antonio Park.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anuj

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place near the Manuel Antonio Park. 5 minutes walk from the National Park as well as a beach. The hotel premises and rooms are very clean. Serene environment in & around the hotel premises.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karolayn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naveen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rafael, Chevy Chase

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cute property with very kind and attentive staff. Clean rooms with everything you need. Location could not be better steps from the beach and the national park. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Asuka

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to Manuel Antonio. Very friendly and nice stuff. Pizza was very tasty.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Landra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely fabulous place to stay. It was so clean, felt totally safe, the pool are was lovely and the pizza and pina coladas were amazing!! Nothing I didn’t like about this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ismaray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint hotel, walking distance to Manuel Antonio national park. The breakfast was great! Highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloria Daria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy cómodo, está cerca de todo. El personal es muy amable y eficiente.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aurelien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oleg, Buffalo Grove

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Out of many hotels in the area of Manuel Antonio National Park, this one is located perfectly, allowing quick and easy access to the park and to the public beach. Other hotels could be located much higher on the mountain, requiring quite a challenging hike to and from the beach. This hotel is clean, the staff is friendly, and their included breakfast is very good, with several made-to-your-order dishes. We enjoyed staying there, and would stay there again if we decide to visit Manuel Antonio again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kameron

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property with a nice patio space. Great staff. Walking distance to both the beach and National Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitch

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A diamond in the jungle. This was our favorite place of 4 places we stayed in Costa Rica. The wood fired pizza was incredible, great breakfast, friendly staff and clean rooms. You truly get the feeling of being in the forest. You’ll love it!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beatriz

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, breakfast was good, we were able to walk to manuel antonio park. Loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

sudhir

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The kitchen facility was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josiane

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area. Everyone was so lovely and accommodating. I highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Wilfredo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
La Vela is a definite hit! The location is amazing, close to everything including the beach and The National Park. The daily breakfast was made upon request fresh daily, awesome! On the downside they need to add a microwave and cutlery to the rooms. Otherwise Great
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We like that we were so close to the Manuel Antonio reserve. However, you are at the end of the strip so it is a bit more effort to get to the restaurants and shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Franziska

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We have a wonderful time there. It is very close to the beach and park.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place

Lovely comfortable quiet small hotel. Nice breakfast out by the pool. You can easily walk from this hotel to the Manuel Antonio park entrance. It would be very smart to do that and avoid the parking confusion.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024