6 best hotels with a pool in Manuel Antonio

Hotels with a pool in Manuel Antonio sit in a pocket of Costa Rica where jungle trails and beach time often share the same day. Manuel Antonio National Park is just offshore of the town area, making it easy to plan wildlife walks by morning and cool-down swims by afternoon. For shoreline access, Playa Espadilla—fronting the wider Manuel Antonio area—is a key landmark for sunbathing and casual beach outings.

A genuinely “pool” stay here means more than a token dip: look for an outdoor pool set within tropical grounds, plus practical extras such as easy check-in, on-site dining or bar service, and (ideally) views that match the surrounding rainforest-and-coast setting. That combination suits couples wanting relaxed, day-to-day downtime; families who need reliable downtime between excursions; and anyone who appreciates comfort after a National Park hike.

Where to stay depends on your pace. If you want to be centred for dining and local convenience, Hotel Plaza Yara is set along Manuel Antonio’s central coast and is only a short drive from the National Park. For a more elevated, nature-forward base, Los Altos Resort (and its adjoining rainforest setting) is designed around an immersive hillside experience, with ocean-facing relaxation moments. The Falls Resort places you right in the heart of Manuel Antonio, close to restaurants and shops, while still near the National Park.