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Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens

3.0 star property
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Beach nearby
Terrace/patio
Standard Triple Room | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
2 outdoor pools

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Del Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio, 200 metros oeste, Quepos, Puntarenas
  • Place, Playa Espadilla
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Puerto Escondido
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Manuel Antonio Beach
    ‪21 min walk‬
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪59 min drive‬
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Room options

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Basic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Triple Room, Garden View | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Triple Room, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 285 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Triple Room | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Triple Room

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Room | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Room

  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Quepos

Located in Manuel Antonio within a short walk of Playa Espadilla, Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens is within a mile (2 km) of Manuel Antonio Beach. This 16-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with 2 outdoor pools, free breakfast, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Playa Espadilla - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Playa Puerto Escondido - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Playa Espadilla Sur - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Playitas Beach - 13 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens

Guests staying at Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens enjoy 2 outdoor pools, free WiFi in public areas, and a terrace. Free parking is available if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include laundry facilities and a garden.
43-inch Smart TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Pillowtop beds grant a restful night's sleep, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Espresso makers, ceiling fans, and safes are also standard.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Puerto Escondido

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival 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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Hotel Playa Espadilla
Espadilla Y Gardens Quepos
Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens Hotel
Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens Quepos
Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens Hotel Quepos

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens?

Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens?

As of Mar 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens on Mar 24, 2026 start from $208, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do close to Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens?

This hotel is situated in Manuel Antonio within a short 12-minute walk of Playa Espadilla and also 16 minutes on foot from Playa Puerto Escondido. You'll also find Manuel Antonio Beach and Biesanz Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens include a casino at the property?

No, Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools. Guests have pool access between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including 2 outdoor pools, a poolside bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens serves free buffet breakfast at Puerto Escondido each morning.

Will Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens?

The closest major airport to Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens is Quepos (XQP), which is 7.1 mi away (23 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens?

Yes, some guestrooms at Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens offer a balcony.

Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 126 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 126 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 126 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 126 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mariah

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, hospitable, incredible location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Súper recomendado
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed in the Gardens annex which was lovely with a spacious pool and quiet. Rooms very good and well serviced. Breakfast very good at main hotel. Dinner expensive so ate out at great restaurants within 100m. Great location for national park and main beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Makiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing location walkable to park and beach. Friendly staff. Restaurant was pretty good
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and perfect location with a short 2 minute walk thru some palm trees to the beach! Will definitely be recommending this place to friends - had to rank the breakfast 4 stars because there were ants crawling on the fruit at the buffet. BUT....it's Costa Rica so....
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

katherine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was stunning, our room overlooking the pool was amazing. Lots of wildlife on property, bed was comfy, nesspresso machine in our room was a lovely touch. 5 min walk to beach or Manuel Antonio park. Lots of restaurants to walk to. Clean beach towels were provided each day as well. The front desk also helped with organizing our excursions and we were picked up on property. The restaurants breakfast was delicious and huge and staff were friendly and prompt. Cons: don’t order their pizza.. seemed like it was a frozen grocery store pizza but kids would like it!! We will be staying there again if we go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Staff was super helpful with restaurant recs, arranging park guides, and spa treatments at another hotel. Room was very clean, facilities well kept and the atmosphere around the pool/bar/restaurant very peaceful and beautiful! The location is great because it’s at a dead end in the road so it’s quieter than other properties in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suman

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens has a lot going for it. The rooms are okay—nothing fancy—but each one has its own outdoor seating area, which is a really nice touch and makes it easy to relax and enjoy the surroundings. The property itself is beautiful and spacious, with a sister property right next door that adds to the overall appeal. The food was very good, and the hotel’s location is hard to beat—right between Manuel Antonio National Park and the beach, both within easy walking distance. Wildlife sightings around the hotel made the stay extra special. We saw monkeys multiple times right from the grounds, and while I didn’t spot toucans inside the national park, I was lucky enough to see two toucans land on a tree at the hotel itself. That moment alone made the stay worth it. Overall, a solid choice if you want convenience, good food, and the chance to enjoy Costa Rica’s nature and wildlife right from your hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alix

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! We were able to walk to the park so we didn’t have to deal with parking. Room was nice. Food at the restaurant on site was just ok.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel, great location and friendly staff - we had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an above and beyond exceptional time at this property! It’s walking distance to the beach literally just takes three minutes… lots of great restaurants right by the hotel if you choose to not eat at the hotels restaurant… local vendor selling unique souvenirs discount prices, walking distance to the park Manuel Antonio national park… the Hotel staff was some of the kindest and most accommodating professional people that we’ve ever encountered… the room was clean and efficient and literally had everything we needed… they have cute cabanas by the pool where you can relax. The pool is amazing!!! we didn’t see any animals on the Hotel property, but we did see a ton of them at the national park nearby and honestly, we should’ve just stayed longer at this hotel because everything was so wonderful there. There’s literally no other hotel that anyone should ever stay at because this one’s so close to the beach and such a perfect location and everything you could want. I don’t care how much money you have. This hotel is amazing. But I will warn you that the eggs Benedict were terrible…. The pancakes are whole-grain, banana pancakes, and they’re the best things I’ve ever eaten…. At least it felt that way while I was eating them… and possibly everything else on the breakfast menu is good. The problem is is that they put some kind of fruit juice in the hollandaise sauce on their eggs Benedict and I guess they wanted to make it tropical but it just didn’t work. Still 100 stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is walkable to the beach and Manuel Antonio National Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

kyle jacob

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about our stay at Playa Espadilla Hotel and Gardens. Most especially the staff who were so incredibly kind and helpful. We would most certainly stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the hotel was amazing - so helpful and friendly. Our rooms were cleaned daily with a different little animal made from towels each day. The pool was warm and clean, and we watched the monkeys play in the trees and toucans and macaws fly around. Walkable to the beach, many restaurants, shops, and Manuel Antonio national park. I would definitely stay there again
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

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

Nice stay.

Two properties combined into one hotel. Each with pool though 'Gardens' has no bar or restaurant which is based in the other site a couple of minutes across the road. Room was decent with a safe and a fridge. Thanks to Yafit and Eric for being helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, TAMPA

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the spacious room, its proximity to a beautiful pool area with outstanding gardens, its proximity to the beach and the national park and the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff,
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ada

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, a short walking to the beautiful Playa Espadilla beach, to the National Park and to restaurants. Great outdoor garden with fun sitting options around the pool and near the rooms. They also sent us very important tips before arrivals. A fun place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Wonderful boutique Hotel

Great service and location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025