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La Vela Boutique Hotel

3.5 star property
Mountain hotel with outdoor pool, near Manuel Antonio Beach

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Lunch, dinner served; pizza, pool views
Fridge, espresso maker, electric kettle
Grand Suite, 1 King Bed | View from room
Grand Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area
Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Garden View

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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200 metros antes de la entrada, al Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio, Quepos, Puntarenas, 60601
  • Place, Playa Espadilla
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Puerto Escondido
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Manuel Antonio Beach
    ‪21 min walk‬
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)

Room options

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Garden View

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Superior Double Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View

Superior Double Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Grand Suite, 1 King Bed

Grand Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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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Fridge, espresso maker, electric kettle

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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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
Blackout curtains
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Quepos

At La Vela Boutique Hotel you'll be 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Manuel Antonio Beach and 2.5 km (1.6 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. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Manuel Antonio hotel include Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and Marina Pez Vela.

What's nearby

  • Playa Espadilla - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Playa Puerto Escondido - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Playa Espadilla Sur - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Playitas Beach - 13 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪El Avión Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Donde Alex - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Cerdo Feliz - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪El Patio de Café Milagro - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Emilio's Cafe - ‬5 min drive

About this property

La Vela Boutique Hotel

Mountain hotel with outdoor pool, 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.

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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 self 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

More

  • Smoke-free property

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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.

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

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 328 out of 438 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 94 out of 438 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 438 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 438 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 438 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff went above and beyond to take care of us. Our local flight was cancelled the day before our stay and Joseway sent a driver to pick us up 6 hours away. He also took care of all our excursions. Rodrigo took care of our made to order breakfast every morning and is so kind. It is a Great location! It’s a 3 min. Walk to the beach and 5 min. to Manuel Antonio National Park.
Me in front of our sweet boutique hotel La Vella.
Rodrigo even came to the lobby to tell us Good Bye as we were leaving.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Manuel Antonio
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JHOVANA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
In general all was good, dislike nothing that they could have done the area is a bit rundown.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Didier

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking is small, just take care. Still possible for SUV
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Celeste

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nos gustó mucho
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay, very close to the water and lots of wildlife to see .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property in only a few minutes walk to Manuel Antonio. Quick and easy check in and out. Only a few rooms so it never seems crowded. Surrounded by trees, and you’ll hear/see birds and if lucky even monkeys.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

Heaven in manual Antonio.

Very enjoyable hotel experience. The staff was extremely friendly and very helpful helping us get taxis or a book tours. Breakfast was nice and pizza at the hotel by the pool was very good. On the hotel grounds, we saw frogs, iguana, and many types of birds.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

A wonderful little hotel in a great location. It was a 3-4 minute walk to both the beach and the national park. I would use again. The staff was very courteous and helpful. Breakfast was very good. I even had the pizza one night (they have a wood burning pizza oven) and it was very good. Parking can be a bit tight. I believe there were about 10 spots but it always seemed to work itself out.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent , quiet , comfortable hotel - near everything , yet very quiet , clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property with the beach and restaurants within walking distance. Staff was excellent and very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to be just close enough to walk to the beach, but not in the middle of the craziness. Staff was very accommodating with any requests and assists happy to see us!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca, Evergreen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10/10. Wonderful stay in Room 1 for three nights.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kinga

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, tranquil hotel. Centrally located, in walkable distance to the beach, restaurants and Manual Antonio Park. Very quite and safe even though it is located right off the main road. Very friendly and helpful staff. One caveat is parking. Very tight and impossible to accommodate a large SUV
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Coral, Santa Maria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my 8th time traveling to Costa Rica and this hotel was definitely one of my favorites! Perfect location for walking and great free breakfast options. The pool is nice and we got to watch monkeys while sipping a drink. 10/10! I will be back, thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cons-a Towel rack was about to fall out of the wall, wall plugs in some areas could not get to. Pros- towals where available for the beach, and the pizza they serve at the pool where great, 4 min walk to beach and the area was great, Manuel Antonio park tour is a must, it is beautiful and all different animals where incredible, but the best was the employees at the hotel where awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Magnus

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Smaller hotel, convenient located, in walkable distance to the beach and Manual Antonio Park, quiet location (unless the monkeys are onsite :). Very friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and went out of their way for you. Delicious woodfired pizza. Place has excellent atmosphere. Very satisfied
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025