Hostels in MANUEL ANTONIO, COSTA RICA

City Manuel Antonio – The Timeless Charm of the Yore

Manual Antonio is a small village, set amidst lush green rainforests, which has many spectacular spots where you can enjoy the panoramic views of the Pacific and the greenery around.

History
The erstwhile haunt of the pirates and treasure hunters, Manuel Antonio is located in the Central Pacific region of Costa Rica. It is one of the most spectacular tourist destinations in Costa Rica. From verdant nature parks to clean beaches and a diverse wild life, it offers a sumptuous fare for the tourists

Popular Places
The most popular attraction in this city is the Manual Antonio national park that was set up in 1972, to ensure the protection of the fragile ecosystem and the unique wild life from the pangs of mass tourism.  Spread over an area of 682.7 Hectares in size it includes beaches, and mountains. Home to various unique animals including Squirrel monkeys, sloths and iguanas among others it is a great option for both adrenalin livers and nature enthusiasts alike.

Fincas Naturales is another essential stopover. An erstwhile plantation, which is reforested, is home to monkeys and other wild life. Spreading over 30 acres of area is a great spot for bird watching. Guided tours are available. There is a butterfly botanical garden also where you can explore the spectacular world of these winged beauties.

Getting Around
Manuel Antonio can be reached only from Quepos. Buses or car rentals are convenient options to move around this small city. Buses ply up and down the city every 30 minutes and the last bus depart at 7.30 at night, a good guide is to have some change handy to pay your fares.

Places of Entertainment   
Playa Espadilla beach is a tree lined sandy stretch that extends to more than a mile. It is a safe and spectacular beach that is popular with surfers, strollers and swimmers.  Teeming with marine life like sharks and eels, this beach along the Pacific is a huge hit among divers as well. The beach front has many interesting shops that sell local knick knacks like beads, trinkets and jewellery.

The city has many restaurants and pubs where you could enjoy some quality time in the company of your pals. Check out the food joint of Aqua Azul, where fresh fish delicacies including mahi mahi and seabass served in coconut gravy and margaritas are the top charters. It has an open air restaurant just off the, main road that promises great views of the ocean. It is popular among locals and tourist alike.

Manual Antonio has a lively night life in the form of night clubs and live entertainment options. Catch up with live meringue and salsa or hit the tiles and dance all night

Accommodation Options
This city has an interesting line up of accommodation options to suit your diverse needs. From beach front resorts to spas, youth hostels, budget hotels, motels, bed & breakfast,  cabins, guesthouse, condos, villas and lodges there is something for everyone here.

Currency
The Costa Rican colon (CRC) is the currency of this city though US Dollars are widely accepted and in wide circulation. Currency could be exchanged in banks or travel agents offices for a small service charge some times, check the internet and news for the latest exchange rates.

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