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About the Hotel

Punta Quepos, Manuel Antonio, Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
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Near Playitas Beach
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Parador Nature Resort And Spa, a 5-star Manuel Antonio hotel with a 9.3/10 Booking.com rating, offers a luxurious experience amidst 5 hectares of tropical rainforest and stunning ocean views. Notable amenities include multiple swimming pools, diverse dining options, and a world-class spa, making it perfect for family vacations or romantic getaways.

Rooms & Amenities

Parador Nature Resort And Spa features 130 rooms and suites designed for comfort and convenience. Accommodation options include Garden Rooms, Tropical Rooms, Premium Suites, and the luxurious Penthouse Suite with sweeping ocean views. Each room provides amenities such as air conditioning, private balconies, and plush bedding for an excellent stay.

Dining Options

Dining at Parador includes a variety of on-site restaurants catering to diverse culinary preferences. Guests can savor local dishes, sushi, and Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, complemented by an extensive drink menu at the bars. The hotel's breakfast buffet is included with stays, ensuring a great start to the day.

Leisure Activities & Services

Leisure offerings at the resort encompass five pools, including adult-only options, a fitness center, and a mini-golf course, ensuring fun for all ages. Guests can also engage in hiking adventures along the Monkey Trail or take part in guided tours exploring the wildlife that inhabits the surrounding rainforest.

Services & Environmentally Friendly Initiatives

Parador Nature Resort And Spa provides comprehensive services, including private transportation options to major tourist attractions and local airports. The resort's commitment to responsible luxury is evident in its exceptional service and environmentally friendly practices, supporting an enjoyable and sustainable experience.

“I think it's a place striving for high-end eco-luxury, and many find it delivers with its nature tours and adult-only pool. However, some guests have pointed out issues like cramped rooms and extra charges that didn't quite match the experience. It appears to be a spot with potential that doesn't always hit the mark for everyone.”
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Parador Nature Resort And Spa offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Premium Double Room
2 persons
420 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Vista Suite Adults Only
2 persons
700 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Superior Double Room Two Double Beds
2 persons
410 sq. feet 
2 Double beds
Shower
Coffee machine
Garden Room
2 persons
410 sq. feet 
2 Double beds
Garden view
Shower
Coffee machine
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Facilities

Parador Nature Resort And Spa offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Perfect
9.3/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Billiard tables
  • Mini golf
  • Yoga class
  • Fishing

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Dinner
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Board games
  • Children's menu
  • Children's pool
  • Children's play area
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Infinity pool
  • Plunge pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Public Bath
  • Pool with view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Dining Onsite

Parador Nature Resort and Spa invites guests to indulge in a culinary journey through a rich tapestry of flavors. With ocean views and a charming atmosphere, the onsite dining experiences celebrate local and international cuisines, ensuring a memorable meal for every palate.
Parador Nature Resort And Spa Manuel Antonio Restaurant photo The photo shows a cozy outdoor seating area, likely a patio or veranda, at night. The space is covered by a wooden pergola with dark beams and a lighter underside, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. 

Several wicker armchairs with light-colored
Parador Nature Resort And Spa Manuel Antonio Restaurant photo The photo shows a brightly lit, multi-level restaurant with a rustic, possibly Mexican-inspired decor. The restaurant has a large, open layout with several dining areas and a bar on an upper level. 

The main dining area features a long wooden table
Parador Nature Resort And Spa Manuel Antonio Restaurant photo The photo captures a warm and inviting outdoor dining area, likely a restaurant patio, at night. The space is covered by a wooden pergola supported by white pillars, creating a sense of shelter and intimacy. 

The floor is paved with reddish-brown ti

Restaurante #1

A blend of local, Mediterranean, Asian, and international dishes.
Ambiance
Chic yet casual, this family-friendly restaurant embraces an elegant tropical setting with captivating ocean views.
Key Offerings
Signature pizzas, fresh seafood, daily specials, and a variety of meal options including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free selections.
Reservation
Recommended for dinner service.
Open for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, high tea, and cocktail hour.

Parador Nature Resort And Spa Location

Punta Quepos, Manuel Antonio, Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
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Punta Quepos, Manuel Antonio, Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
Nearby
Playitas Beach
1200 ft
Restaurants
Bella Vista Restaurant Manuel Antonio
1500 ft
Road to Quepos Point
Terrazza by Issimo
2100 ft
waterfront
La Mansion Inn Manuel Antonio
2500 ft
800 metros oeste de Cafe Milagro La Mansion Inn
Explore Manuel Antonio
Explore Punta Quepos
Top Attractions
Activities
Dining
Entertainment
Manuel Antonio National Park
Manuel Antonio National Park
30 minutes' walk
National park known for biodiversity, stunning beaches, and scenic trails. Guided tours are available for an in-depth experience.
Playa Espadilla Norte
10 minutes' walk
Vibrant beach perfect for sunbathing and swimming. Ideal for families, offering nearby amenities and local vendors.
Holis Spa and Wellness Center
Holis Spa and Wellness Center
20 minutes' walk
Relaxing spa offering a variety of treatments and wellness programs. Great for stress relief and rejuvenation.
Dante's Water Sports
20 minutes' walk
Water sports center offering adrenaline-pumping activities like jet skiing and snorkeling. Seasonal availability may apply.
Manuel Antonio Zipline
20 minutes' walk
Thrilling zipline experience through lush canopies. Booking is recommended for this popular attraction.
Yoga Retreat Classes
10 minutes' drive
Daily yoga sessions available in serene locations near the beach. Ideal for relaxation and mindfulness.
Bella Vista Restaurant Manuel Antonio
Bella Vista Restaurant Manuel Antonio
6 minutes' walk
Charming restaurant offering Costa Rican cuisine with ocean views. Reservations recommended for sunset dining.
Terrazza by Issimo
Terrazza by Issimo
8 minutes' walk
Italian fine dining with fresh local ingredients and an extensive wine list. Vegetarian options available.
La Selvita
La Selvita
35 minutes' walk
Vibrant bar with live music and a laid-back atmosphere. Perfect for enjoying cocktails and local bands.
Marina Pez Vela
Marina Pez Vela
16 minutes' drive
Modern marina featuring shops, restaurants, and occasional live events. Great for a family outing or night out.

Getting around
City Centre
Manuel Antonio24 min  ·  1.2 mi
Airports
Aeropuerto La Managua (XQP)16 min  ·  6.6 mi
Aeropuerto de Palmar Sur (PMZ)167 min  ·  69.0 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Parador Nature Resort And Spa provides visitors with a free full breakfast. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of floors:
4
Number of rooms:
134
Former name
parador resort & spa

Reviews and Ratings

Reviews from guests about their experience.
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Parador Nature Resort And Spa provides a memorable stay with multiple refreshing pools where you can enjoy sunset views. Many guests appreciate the spacious and clean rooms, with some noting the wheelchair accessible rooms could benefit from an extra grab bar in the toilet. The Monkey Trail is a popular on-site experience where you can spot monkeys, and the plentiful breakfast buffet also stands out, though a few guests desiring sweeter breakfast options found the selection limited.
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Review score
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9.5/10
Perfect
97%
Recommend
Paid Wi-Fi
10.0/10
Comfort
9.6/10
Value for money
8.6/10
Breakfast
8.7/10
Pros
Amazing views
Friendly personnel
Luxurious comfort
Cons
Overpriced food
Slow service
Outdated room
Guest reviews
based on 1114 reviews
9.5/10
based on 4062 reviews
4.5/5
based on 982 reviews
9.3/10
luke from united kingdom
Family with children
superior double room two double beds
4 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:December 20, 2025
9.0/10

admirable resort stay

helpful staffgolf buggiesconvenient movement
i found the staff consistently helpful. the hotel provided readily available golf buggies, this allowed convenient movement around the extensive grounds. i appreciated the daily replacement of tea and coffee, this kept the room well-stocked. the grounds contained nature trails for spotting local wildlife like monkeys and sloths.
The breakfast buffet selection for pastries and sweets was limited.
Service
9/10
the guest relations team arranged some thoughtful touches for a birthday drinks party. the restaurant team provided surprises for the celebration, they kindly arranged all the finishing touches. attentive service extended to all departments.
Facilities
9/10
there are multiple venues for daytime food and drinks. the fragata offers great sunset views. the spa provides couples massages and a relaxing environment. the hotel offered regular walking tours of the nearby national park.
Rooms
9/10
Our ground floor bedroom featured outdoor seats. it also included a separate sofa and dining table, very useful features. the room contained a large fridge and a coffee pod machine. The bed was comfortable.
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Christian from Germany
Family with children
Superior Double Room Two Double Beds
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:December 19, 2025
7/10
breakfast buffetshuttle servicebad wifidated room
the hotel had a wonderful breakfast buffet, and it included fresh fruit. i also appreciated they offered complimentary shuttle service to beaches nearby. it was a very convenient service.
the wifi wasn't good. the network cut out regularly. the hotel appears old and a little dated. the rooms and facilities seem stuck in the 90s.
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gabrielle from france
Couple
garden room
3 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:December 13, 2025
9.5/10

a romantic hillside escape

garden roomshuttle servicegood surpriserandom chocolates
The hotel staff welcomed me with fresh juice and a ride to my room. my garden room included a patio, ideal for watching rainstorms. i booked tours easily and enjoyed the complimentary shuttle service to beaches. chocolates and fruits was randomly throughout my stay. It felt very special.
The sun chairs near the pools were often reserved very early. This sometimes made finding a spot difficult!
Dining
10/10
la galeria restaurant had kind staff, especially randall. i enjoyed the breakfast buffet that featured fresh fruit, fresh fruit juice, rice, and plantains. the hotel was accommodating to my vegan needs.
Facilities
9/10
The grounds featured a monkey trail, a path with indigenous trees. the hotel offered a free shuttle to town and beaches. This was very convenient. there were multiple pools and other activities available on the premises.
Location
10/10
the resort grounds contained a wide range of wildlife including monkeys. i especially enjoyed spotting sloths along the nature trails. the setting created a peaceful and immersive experience.
Rooms
9/10
My garden room had a small patio. It was perfect for enjoying the rain. it had everything i needed and was very clean. Sustainability was clearly a priority. this detail added to my feeling of comfort.
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Jimmy from United States
Family with children
superior double room two double beds
4 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:December 10, 2025
9.5/10

nice stay amongst wildlife

beautiful resortbuffet selectionactive monkeys
i found the multiple pools very refreshing the main one even had very nice sunset views. breakfast was a real treat because it featured a diverse buffet selection. walking the monkey trail i saw monkeys it was best in the afternoon when they seemed most active.
Rooms
9/10
my room included a separate sofa a dining table and a fridge great for storing snacks and drinks. the room also featured a coffee pod machine that was restocked daily. cable tv was available in the room.
Service
10/10
the staff were helpful and friendly they were quick to assist with any requests. golf buggies were always available to chauffeur guests around the resort. they also organize regular walking tours to the nearby national park.
Facilities
9/10
the resort has several pools including one specifically for adults it offered a quiet space. the spa provided a couples massage service which i enjoyed very much. the grounds included a sushi bar for dinner.
Location
10/10
the hotel organizes several shuttles a day to the nearby town making it easy to explore. daytime food and drinks are available by the main pool. the hotel is well located and has amazing ocean views.
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James from United Kingdom
Single
garden room
4 nights in November 2025
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Reviewed:November 26, 2025
6/10
friendly staffclosed poolavoidable loss
the staff were friendly. i could see monkeys around the hotel, a nice surprise.
the main pool was closed for two of the four days i was there. i requested a late checkout to accommodate a massage, but it was denied. this led to me canceling the massage, which was like an avoidable loss.
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FAQs
About Parador Nature Resort And Spa
What is the distance from Parador Nature Resort And Spa to Manuel Antonio National Park?
Parador Nature Resort And Spa is approximately 3 km from Manuel Antonio National Park.
How far is Parador Nature Resort And Spa from Aeropuerto La Managua?
The hotel is 5 km from Aeropuerto La Managua.
What dining options are available on-site at Parador Nature Resort And Spa?
On-site dining includes La Galeria Restaurant, El Quijote, and El Galeon.
What amenities are included in the rooms at Parador Nature Resort And Spa?
Rooms feature air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a minibar, a coffee maker, and free Wi-Fi.
What swimming pool facilities are available at Parador Nature Resort And Spa?
The hotel offers five pools, including an infinity pool, a plunge pool, and family-friendly swimming areas.
Is there a spa at Parador Nature Resort And Spa?
Yes, the hotel features a full-service spa offering treatments such as massages, facials, and body scrubs.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Parador Nature Resort And Spa?
Check-in is at 15:00 and check-out is at 11:00.
Is parking available at Parador Nature Resort And Spa?
Free private parking is available on-site without the need for a reservation.
What recreational activities can guests enjoy at Parador Nature Resort And Spa?
Guests can enjoy activities such as mini-golf, hiking, snorkeling, and fishing.
What nearby restaurants are located close to Parador Nature Resort And Spa?
Nearby options include El Mirador Bar & Restaurant (2 km) and Playitas Restaurant and Bar (0.5 km).

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