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Hotel San Bada Resort & Spa

3.5 star property

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Guests can enjoy a clear ocean view and a relaxing atmosphere at this resort, surrounded by lush greenery and a swimming pool.
Escape to a serene beach paradise surrounded by lush palm trees and a tranquil ocean.
Enjoy a meal al fresco amidst lush surroundings and a serene stone backdrop.
Enjoy a meal with a view of the sea from our outdoor dining area, featuring tables and chairs, a bar counter, and lush greenery.
Stunning corridor with vaulted ceiling and stone walls, leading to a staircase.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Room service

Explore the area

Map
Near Manuel Antonio Natl Park entrance, Quepos, Puntarenas, 506
  • Playa Espadilla
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Manuel Antonio Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Biesanz Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Quepos (XQP)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room with Partial Ocean View Two Beds

Deluxe Room with Partial Ocean View Two Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Superior Jungle View With Two Beds

  • 32 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Garden View

Standard Garden View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior Jungle View with One king bed

Superior Jungle View with One king bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite Ballena

Suite Ballena

  • 112 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite Selva

Suite Selva

  • 62 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Suite Mogote

Suite Mogote

  • 112.4 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room with Partial Ocean View, One king bed

Deluxe Room with Partial Ocean View, One king bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Manuel Antonio

Located in Quepos, Hotel San Bada Resort & Spa is within a 15-minute drive of Manuel Antonio Beach and Marina Pez Vela. .This family-friendly hotel is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Biesanz Beach.

What's nearby

  • Playa Espadilla - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Manuel Antonio Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Playitas Beach - 12 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Biesanz Beach - 13 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Playa La Macha - 16 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 179 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Avión Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Emilio's Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burû - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Magic Bus - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪El Patio de Café Milagro - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Hotel San Bada Resort & Spa

Family-friendly hotel with 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa
Hotel San Bada Resort & Spa offers 67 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Quepos hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a 24-hour fitness center.

Children under 15 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

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

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Sana Spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 67 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Rooms have private furnished balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 3 outdoor swimming pools, a sauna, and a 24-hour fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Grab a bite to eat at Congo, a fine-dining restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Grab a drink at the swim-up bar while enjoying a refreshing dip in the hotel pool.Local cuisine breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-in, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and a meeting room. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free valet parking is available onsite.
Local cuisine breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Congo - This fine-dining restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, Spanish

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
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free secured, uncovered valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CRC 7,500 to 12,000 for adults and CRC 7,500 to 12,000 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Congo

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Sauna
  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

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
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2010
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 AM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 10 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately CRC 7500 to 12000 for adults, and CRC 7500 to 12000 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: CRC 100650 per vehicle (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
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

A fee for a mandatory Christmas Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 25
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on January 1
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 15 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Bada Hotel
Hotel San Bada
Hotel San Bada Manuel Antonio
San Bada
San Bada Hotel
San Bada Manuel Antonio
Hotel San Bada Costa Rica/Manuel Antonio National Park
Hotel San Bada Costa Rica/Manuel Antonio
Hotel San Bada
San Bada Resort & Spa Quepos
Hotel San Bada Resort & Spa Hotel
Hotel San Bada Resort & Spa Quepos
Hotel San Bada Resort & Spa Hotel Quepos

Hotel San Bada Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 248 out of 473 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 473 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 473 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 473 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 473 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Highly recommend

Superb location right by the national park. Great food and staff were super helpful at all times
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Hotel is dated and in need of some repair and updating but doesn’t compromise cleanliness and comfort. We felt very safe and cared for at this hotel. The proximity to the park and beach was a plus for little kids and made things easy. The staff was incredibly kind. We did find a crab in our hotel room but that’s to be expected when you’re up against the jungle! The family pool and wet bar was great to enjoy a few drinks while watching the kiddos easily. The food was also very good! Would recommend for those looking for a convenient stay with little kids but not for those looking for luxury, high end vibe.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sanjay, Irvine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay in this lovely hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Susan Wendell Wood

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location beside the park and near the beach. Room spacious and clean. Attention to Service is substandard compared with similar properties in the area from what we could tell - our room door was broken the last night and we had to wait more than an hour without any accommodations when they should have given us a new room immediately, which they finally did - by then we had missed dinner reservation and lack of service focus put a damper on our last night there.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel San Bada was in a great location, had all the luxuries we needed, and the staff was fantastic. Pools were beautiful with sightings of iguanas. The roof top restaurant was amazing with views of wildlife including toucans, parrots, and other bird species. Daniel, our waiter went above and beyond! We had a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Derek

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the location of this hotel! Right out the gate from Manuel Antonio Park, the min walk to the beach, and right down from plenty of restaurants. Our rooms were clean, a bit older style but classy, and nice swimming pools. I would like to have known that they don’t allow you to flush your toilet paper which is very unsanitary. But overall a great place and I would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, very helpful staff. The hotel is in a great area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible staff and experience. Great location, facilities, and people!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly, the hotel is unique and clean. Felt safe. I he walk to the beach and the surrounding area outside the hotel could be cleaned up with more litter than I would like to see.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Fabian, Heredia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked: location, breakfast was amazing, staff was supportive and pools are cool Dislike: got a room with double bed. I was expecting a queen or king bed for a couple, hotel was not crowded. Cocktails and many dinner options are really expensive. It is better to look for options outside.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, clean , friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is not a 4 star quality hotel! It’s actually baffling how it received such a rating. The facilities are incredibly outdated and the room smelt moldy to the point it was affecting my asthma. Besides the poor facilities, the staff and location are great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Would not stay again.

The one great thing about this hotel is, its next door to the National Park. Hotel is a little dated and could do with a revamp. The sun lounger by the pool downstairs are made of wood, no cushions providedso extremely uncomfortable. Music is really loud by the pool. Some of the staff, just do not give a dam about you, whilst others go out of their way for you. I would not stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jose Francisco

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a good place to stay. It is at the entrance of the park, you can walk to the beach, there are places to eat nearby and the contact with nature is excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sripathy

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location First day view from the room was partial, while paid extra for full view. Then they agreed to move us to a better room
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Naga

Room smelled old and some hard (bug spray) kind of smell. Very old hotel but convenient to walk to beach and Manuel Antonio National park is next to the hotel, walkable to many restaurants and souvenir shopping All pools were accessible
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ranabir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is very conveniently located next to the gates of Manuel Antonio Park and is also 2 minutes walk from the public beach. Amenities are good and the staff ( Jose Avendano particularly) was very hospitable. The food at the roof top restaurant ( particularly the sea food) is excellent. Got to see a lot of exotic birds and sloth on the property. Overall a pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Review: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I recently had the pleasure of staying at this incredible hotel for the a third time and it was truly an unforgettable experience! From the moment I walked in, the warm and welcoming atmosphere set the tone for my stay. The staff here is simply exceptional, going above and beyond to ensure every guest feels special. A heartfelt thank you to Gerardo Martinez and Francisco Azofeifa for their outstanding customer service—they are absolute gems! Their professionalism, attentiveness, and genuine kindness made my stay even more enjoyable. What sets this hotel apart is its unique charm. Every detail, from the beautifully designed interiors to the curated amenities, reflects a commitment to excellence. The atmosphere strikes a perfect balance between luxury and comfort, making it feel like a home away from home. If you’re looking for a place that combines remarkable service with a truly unique experience, this is it. I can’t wait to return and highly recommend it to anyone seeking an extraordinary stay. Thank you for the amazing hospitality! I'll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

weili

Travelled with family
The hotel looked nice and the staff were friendly. The location to the national park is excellent, just next to the hotel, and going to the beach was so convenient. But the first morning we were woken up by bathroom roaring, couldn’t figure out where the noise came from. And the second day there was no hot water until we left.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property, great food, directly next to park and beaches. I had a wonderful stay and would come again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Gansukh

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed for 2 days,bottle of water was expensive $8
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

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

Highly recommended...

Service was fantastic during our stay. Beautiful hotel with convenient location. What really stood out most was the accommodations available for my mother in law. The staff was really attentive. Thank you for the enjoyable stay. Definitely will return for our next stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We've stayed at the San Bada several times. The location is perfect if you want to visit the national park. Short walk to the beach. Staff is wonderful. The view from the 6th floor restaurant is amazing - try it a sunset. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024