Alma Vida Hotel puts you just a 5-minute drive from Playa Espadilla and Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge. After taking a dip in one of the 3 outdoor pools, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A poolside bar and a garden are other highlights.
Enfrente al restaurante El Avion, Manuel Antonio, Quepos, Puntarenas, 60601
What's nearby
Zip Coaster - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Playa Espadilla - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Playitas Beach - 12 min drive - 3.2 km
Biesanz Beach - 14 min drive - 3.9 km
Playa La Macha - 34 min drive - 9.1 km
Getting around
Quepos (XQP) - 18 min drive
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 173 min drive
San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 38.4 miles/61.8 km
Restaurants
El Avión Restaurant - 1 min walk
Restaurante Cerdo Feliz - 3 min drive
Namaste - 12 min walk
Le Papillon - 11 min walk
El Patio de Café Milagro - 8 min walk
About this property
Alma Vida Hotel
Alma Vida Hotel puts you just a 5-minute drive from Playa Espadilla and Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge. After taking a dip in one of the 3 outdoor pools, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A poolside bar and a garden are other highlights.
At a glance
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Hotel size
54 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
What to do
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Skydiving nearby
Ziplining nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Coworking spaces
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
3 outdoor pools
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Local artist showcase
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
Reusable cups only
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
1 on-site accessible parking spaces
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Front entrance ramp
No elevator (single level property)
Well-lit path to entrance
Tile flooring in room
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Eco-friendly toiletries
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
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Daily housekeeping
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Alma Vida Hotel Hotel
Alma Vida Hotel Quepos
Alma Vida Hotel Hotel Quepos
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Alma Vida Hotel?
Yes, there are 3 outdoor pools.
Are pets allowed at Alma Vida Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Alma Vida Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Alma Vida Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Alma Vida Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like hiking, horseback riding, and kayaking. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Alma Vida Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Alma Vida Hotel like?
Alma Vida Hotel is a short 17-minute walk from Playa Espadilla and 3 minutes' walk from Zip Coaster.
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Reviews
Alma Vida Hotel Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.2
Cleanliness
8.4
Amenities
9.6
Staff & service
8.6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was delicious and a highlight of the stay with many guests praising its quality and variety. (17 reviews)
The pools were great, warm, and a nice feature of the property. (8 reviews)
Parking is easy and close to everything. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2026
The hotel is very clean and well-maintained. It is super well located as it’s close to both really good restaurants and the beach. We loved our stay there!
Andreanne
Andreanne, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 17, 2026
Staff is always friendly & helpful.
Stephen
Stephen, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 5, 2026
Best place. We had such a good time.
A lot of animals in the hotel, and the staff is so nice.
They have their own guide for night tours, which is a big recommendation!
Nicolai
Nicolai, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 2, 2026
The room was beautiful and very clean. The staff were phenomenal, specifically Valentina and Henry! They were super helpful and patient during check-in and assistant with booking activities.
Lauren
Lauren, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 2, 2026
Friendly Staff. Great breakfast
Stephen
Stephen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 25, 2026
Delightful staff, good breakfast, great pools & yoga classes. Juice bar & vegetarian cafe
Kathy
Kathy, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 16, 2026
The staff were very courteous. The room was clean.
Compton
Compton, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 24, 2026
Clean room
Stephen
Stephen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 7, 2026
Spacious clean rooms. Great property surrounding environment well manicured. Pools excellent. Free breakfast a plus.
William
William, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 30, 2026
Beautiful hotel, right on main strip on Manuel Antonio, very clean room, nice pool, friendly staff. We saw LOTS of monkeys every morning!
Raenna
Raenna, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 14, 2026
Nice pool, staff friendly and also convenient and pro active. I really enjoy my room, was big, clean and with a nice balcony with a view on the jungle. Parking is easy and close to everything. Good breakfast too. Only little details, it has no yoga or meditation class as they say on the website. It’s sad, because the yoga studio is really beautiful.
Caroline
Caroline, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 16, 2025
We enjoyed our stay! The room was great, the staff very helpful and it was a good location. We also saw iguanas, monkeys and toucans on the property.
Susan
Susan, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 7, 2026
Loved it. Clean, nice pools and they fix everything you ask for (transport, guides, yoga etc). Yoga classes was included in our stay. If we are going back to Costa Rica, we would come back here as well. Recommend!
Kamilla
Kamilla, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 5, 2026
If your looking for a quiet peaceful stay, this hotel is for you. There are little amenities and no TVs. Every morning there is guided meditation at 0730 jrs and different classes such as yoga.
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 1, 2026
The restaurant was great. Healthy and fresh ingredients. Great coffee and cacao desserts. The yoga classes are also amazing. Beautiful place to relax and enjoy a yoga session. Instructors are very nice and accommodating. Grounds of hotel are clean with lots of wild life.
Joseph
Joseph, 8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 15, 2025
Air conditioning was great, nice view very nice facility.
Manuel
Manuel, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 31, 2026
The hotel grounds are gorgeous. But STAIRS BEWARE! If you have trouble with stairs the whole layout is multiple layered with stairs up and down. It was
Phyllis
Phyllis, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 16, 2025
The room was beautiful and perched on the second floor. We ha d great view of the hotel landscape. Awesome!
Syed
Syed, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 6, 2026
The rooms were cleaned regularly and spotless and the staff friendly, but what really stood out was the abundant nature. I saw more wildlife here than on all of the nature tours I went on put together. I saw 3 different types of monkey, iguanas and lots of birds including the striking fiery-billed toucan.
C
C, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 7, 2025
Breakfast was delicious, room stayed cool, grounds were beautiful and nice view of the forest. I would add ramps for luggage convenience and more parking. Otherwise amazing!
Veronica
Veronica, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 28, 2025
Great staff, amazing hotel - wish it was up-kept and cleaned better and definitely has the potential. Complimentary breakfast is very limited - no substitutes, unless paid out of pocket (which seemed unfair, as I don't eat bacon/pork). Overall, enjoyed our stay and the Alma Vida Hotel culcture.
Naziba
Naziba, 6-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Feb 10, 2026
We initially had to move rooms as there was such a large gap between the door and the outside that there were lots of ants and crickets in the room. The rooms are also very small and there was no hair dryer or hand towel. There was a generator on the roof of our room so it was also very noisy. The staff were friendly and very helpful and the pool was nice. Breakfast was also good especially if you need dairy or gluten free options.
Freya
Freya, 6-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Dec 14, 2025
Location was great and the staff was really friendly but the bathrooms were quite moldy and they just have tried to cover it in paint which hasn't worked.
Sundipta
Sundipta, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 27, 2026
The property is BEAUTIFUL. Friendly staff. For the basic rate you have your own private cottage. Great price. Centrally located to most attractions. There are large gaps in the doors and windows and you are in a tropical setting, so creepy crawlers can get in. It is important to know there are no TVs in these rooms and no refrigerators, but they were able to upgrade me to have same for an additional fee. Free classes (yoga, etc) you can register for and free breakfast at restaurant in hotel...not bad! Also has vegan options.
Lyssa
Lyssa, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 9, 2026
Stayed 2 nights, great location 15-20 walk to the beach but all downhill no clear side walk a bit dangerous with traffic not recommended in the dark. Walking back up hill is doable but can also taxi uber or bus . Restaurants close by went to YOLO great salad Live music .also went to Agua Azul had the panko Seared tuna highly recommend it was amazing.
Room is decent no safe which I don’t like. Pool is nice and warm. Breakfast was good as well fresh made to order. Staff are very nice and very helpful. I would stay again and recommend.