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ECOTICA Boutique Hotel

3.5 star property

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2 restaurants, lunch served
Exterior
Property grounds
Exterior
Beach nearby, white sand, beach towels

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Km 4 Ctra Principal de Manuel Antonio, Manuel Antonio, Quepos, Puntarenas, 60601
  • Place, Manuel Antonio Beach
  • Place, Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Biesanz Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Signature Bungalow

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Queen Suite

Double Queen Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Master Suite

  • 92 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe King Suite

Deluxe King Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Grand Bungalow

Grand Bungalow

  • 102 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Garden view

Premium Bungalow

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Grand Master Suite

Grand Master Suite

  • 128 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Manuel Antonio

A stay at ECOTICA Boutique Hotel places you in the heart of Quepos, within a 5-minute drive of Playitas Beach and Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge. .This resort is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Playa Espadilla and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Biesanz Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Playa Espadilla - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Marina Pez Vela - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Playitas Beach - 6 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Biesanz Beach - 7 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 164 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Avión Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Falafel Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪El Patio de Café Milagro - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Quepoa Sport Bar - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Cerdo Feliz - ‬17 min walk

About this property

ECOTICA Boutique Hotel

Resort with 2 restaurants, near Playitas Beach
ECOTICA Boutique Hotel offers 17 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 50-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the resort include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 17 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves and Smart televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. Additional features at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a hair salon.
Grab a bite at YOLO Social Bar & Grill, one of the resort's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a computer station, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served each morning between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM.
YOLO Social Bar & Grill - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner.
LaPoza Poolside Lounge - This lobby lounge is located by the pool. Open daily.
Late night fare is available from room service (during limited hours).

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • LaPoza Poolside Lounge
  • YOLO Social Bar & Grill

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Evening entertainment
  • Games
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Renovated entire property - June 2024
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Late-night room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • LED lighting
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
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 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 6 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 6 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property uses solar energy
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Children 6 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Byblos Casino
Byblos Casino Manuel Antonio
Byblos Resort & Casino
Byblos Resort & Casino Manuel Antonio
Byblos Resort Casino Manuel Antonio
Byblos Resort Casino

ECOTICA Boutique Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 238 out of 299 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 299 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 299 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 299 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 299 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daisy, Lincoln park

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Where do i start!! Absolutely love our stay at this hotel within the staff Moses at the bar. He was absolutely wonderful. Check-in was very easy. We had a grand bungalow and our room was phenomenal. Housekeeping was very clean. We’re around a lot of different restaurants five minutes away from the national park it was one great experience. There are a lot of animals and monkeys around in our hotel which was a plus my mom was at another hotel nearby and there wasn’t a lot of animals to see around their hotel but ours had a lot, which was one of the best parts of the experience while you’re laying down on the pool you will absolutely see the animals once in a lifetime experience thank you all for such a great time
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at this hotel. The staff were incredibly kind and helpful throughout our visit. The pool area was definitely the highlight—beautifully maintained and surrounded by nature. It was such a treat to watch monkeys and parrots while relaxing in the water. Breakfast was made to order and quite good, a nice touch to start the day. The rooms were very clean and comfortable, though they could use a bit of a refresh. Another bonus: the hotel is within walking distance of several interesting restaurants, and it’s also very close to Manuel Antonio National Park, which makes it a great base for exploring the area. All in all, a relaxing and memorable stay, especially for nature lovers.
Pool
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful boutique hotel about a 5 min taxi from Manuel Antonio. Lots of monkeys and macaws to be seen around the lovely pool. Very relaxing spot, fun bar/restaurant and another one by the pool. Fabulous staff and the rooms are stunning and very spacious
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JONATHAN

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spent out 26th anniversary at Ecotica and we had a blast! The staff was awesome, the free breakfast is great but you can order what you want, you don't have to order from the menu. We enjoyed YOLO just about every night, they have board games, pool table and great food/staff. We saw macaws, toucans, white faced capuchin monkeys, squirrel monkeys and howlers from our balcony, it was an OASIS. The resort is small but we didn't feel cramped or crowded. We spent our mornings and evenings on the balcony listening to the surrounding nature. I would definitely recommend this hotel if you are staying in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was amazing! Staff was the best and the restaurants in YOLO was amazing. Quick side note TIP THE CLEANING STAFF THERE SUPER FRIENDLY.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
property was nice aesthetically however walkways were poorly lit slippery and unsafe my husband took 30 ft fall down ravine from open un railed stairwell
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lydia, Tucson

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice boutique hotel. In harmony with nature. So much wildlife! Recommend to anyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thisos a small little boutique hotel that is beautiful. The staff were so helpful, the food was good, the rooms were clean and comfortable. There we only 2 things that were not perfect and really not a big deal. Frist there is not an elevator and there are many steps up to the room with luggage. Secondly in room 17 you could easily here the music from YOLO. There is another gpod sode pf this hotel; MONKEYS!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property located in a great location. We saw the most wildlife from the hotel and saw all three types of monkeys, scarlet macaws, and yellow-throated tucans, all from our balcony! Lastly, Moses the bartender is phenomenal and a great host, and very welcoming. Could not recommend a better place than Ecotica!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Claire

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and the hotel grounds were very beautiful. A frog even stayed right outside our bungalow for a while, and we saw capuchin monkeys on our balcony. Downside is that the wifi was very very slow, virtually nonexistent at times. Also beware of bugs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wilda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and lots of wildlife. The rooms were beautiful and very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place blew away my expectations. We stayed for a week. The staff is excellent. Shout out to Moises who is the best! Pool area is great with good drinks and food as well as service. Yolo had some of the best food in the area and super convenient. Guest services was super helpful and arranged all of our activities and even let my son borrow a wireless phone charger for a few days since he was having problems. Rooms are clean and maid service was daily and great. Felt super safe. Monkeys rolling in a few times a day was a treat as well. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond Edward

Very nice people
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ido

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

Already miss it!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property really makes you feel like you’re in the middle of a rainforest, but the staff does a great job of making sure you are enjoying your stay. I highly recommend Ecotica.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shari

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked this property based on rating, photos, and price. Everything was wonderful! Beautiful property, friendly and helpful staff, great breakfast included! The pool area with bar is lovely. We saw many monkeys around the property but they did not interfere. We stayed in the suite rooms building, great room but only issue was some street noise; not a deal breaker! I would certainly recommend Ecotica!
Nice little workout area!
Monkeys outside of our building!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Yaneris

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian M.

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful, caring staff and beautiful property
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

vinod

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience overall. Best part is a lot of monkeys and birds are visible from their facility which has a lot of wooded area around it. Spotted capachin monkeys, squirrel monkeys, howler monkeys, red macaws, bananaquit, Agoutis and iguana. The hotel is 5 mins from National park and beautiful beaches. A lot of restaurant choices around and a bus shuttle runs every 15 mins to National park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
NA
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was amazing. Breathtaking views surrounded by all kinds of wildlife. Wiuld definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timoteo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay. The staff is very attentive and fast at responding to different requests. The made to order breakfast is delicious and fulfilling. We saw monkeys wight outside our hotel room everyday. Would most definitely recommend this amazing hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025