Hotel San Bada Resort & Spa – A Favorite for Families in Manuel Antonio
About the Hotel
Rooms & Suites
Hotel San Bada offers 67 rooms, including Standard, Superior, Deluxe, and Suites. All rooms feature air conditioning, 32-inch LCD cable TVs, iPod docks, and mini-fridges. Superior rooms have partial ocean and jungle views, while Deluxe rooms offer full Pacific Ocean and rainforest views. Suites include private balconies, jacuzzi tubs, and terraces with ocean and park vistas. Beds are fitted with 300-thread-count Egyptian cotton linens, feather mattress toppers, and feather pillows.
Dining Options
The hotel has two restaurants: Restaurante Congo serves local Costa Rican cuisine, seafood, and international dishes, with a breakfast buffet included. Sushi Bar Perezoso offers sushi and drinks. The adult pool terrace on the sixth floor has a bar serving snacks and beverages with views of Manuel Antonio National Park and the Pacific Ocean.
Leisure & Activities
Guests can explore Manuel Antonio National Park, home to white-sand beaches and wildlife like sloths, monkeys, and iguanas. The hotel operates the Mulguri Adventure, featuring horseback riding to waterfalls. Other activities include sport fishing, ATV tours, ziplining, and rafting. Onsite, there are three pools (including a kids' pool), a gym, and Sana Spa with natural treatments. The spa uses locally sourced ingredients and offers sauna, steam, and massage services.
Location & Access
The hotel is adjacent to Manuel Antonio National Park, a 2-minute walk from Manuel Antonio Beach. It's 6 km from Quepos, 12 km from La Managua Airport, and 174 km from San José. Private transfers are available from Juan Santamaría International Airport (2.5-hour drive). Public buses and taxis provide local transport. The area has restaurants, shops, and supermarkets within walking distance.
Services & Sustainability
Services include bilingual staff, 24-hour reception, laundry, and tour assistance. The hotel has a conference room for events (up to 150 guests). For sustainability, it uses energy-efficient AC systems, biodegradable toiletries, and recycling programs. A backup generator ensures uninterrupted power. The hotel supports local schools and conservation efforts, including a 66-acre protected forest reserve.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- Barber shop
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Canoeing
- Horseback riding
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Dryer
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Snack bar
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's buffet
- Game room
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Self-catering
- Dryer
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- CD player
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor