Reviews of Coyaba Tropical Elegant Adult Guesthouse

Very nice vibe and friendly owners. It’s a bit like home from home.

The setting, the pool, the relaxed atmosphere. The rooms are spacious and very clean. Having access to all tv shows and channel’s free of charge is a bonus! It is much better than in photographs .

I loved staying in this guesthouse! The tropical grounds are beautiful, landscaped by the owners over two decades. Mike and Paul were terrific hosts with lots of advice about things to do in the area. Great pool and hot tub (although appropriately not very hot considering the hot weather). The room was clean and comfortable. For what I got, the property was great value for money. Would recommend to anyone who's comfortable staying in an adults-only, clothing-optional boutique guesthouse.

The pool is lovely, tranquil, and plenty of shade. We had a room with a balcony, great view, saw scarlet macaws flying over. Breakfast by the pool was delicious.

Mike and Paul are exceptional hosts and we highly recommend Coyaba Tropical. You will stay in an elegant, tropical paradise. Close to everything in Manuel Antonio yet private and secluded. The breakfasts are wonderful!

The inside is a tropical paradise! Pool, plants and many areas just to sit and relax!

I loved everything about Coyaba Tropical- The hotel is very well-appointed, immaculate and comfortable all around- The hosts are warm, gracious and attentive and made me feel welcome- I enjoyed my few days here and will not hesitate to come back-

I greatly appreciated the immediate servitude and graciousness Mike showed when my plans to travel back to SJO had failed unexpectedly amidst the also unexpected rain. He was able to create accommodations with the local airport to get me where I needed to go from one minute to the next thereby easing my day when I thought it had just took a turn for the worse! Definitely provided the PURA VIDA way...

I didn't like that there was no actual jacuzzi or spa with hot water because as it stated on the Get To Know Us page :"Instead you can soak with a cool drink in the Jacuzzi, take a refreshing dip in our pool, or just relax with a good book on your terrace or balcony, or meet and chat with other guests in our outdoor lounge area." I truly WAS looking forward to that warm soak after river rafting that day specifically for my birthday.

It was beautifully decorated, with amazing lush plants, beautiful fixtures and furniture. It feels like a little jungle oasis.

The only thing keeping it from a perfect rating is the jacuzzi was cold. And by that I mean the same temp as the pool, which wasn’t cold but not what you expect from a jacuzzi.

This is a small, boutique inn/guest house. The facilities, while a bit kitsch, are pristine and lovely. The main area, or courtyard, is lush with numerous potted plants and landscaping. The breakfast each day (opt for the breakfast!) was both plentiful and yummy. We really enjoyed the fresh fruit plate each day. We had an issue with our shower head and it was addressed immediately with a new shower head. Rooms are comfortable and are each individually decorated. Information on getting around (the bus stops right outside their entrance) and restaurant recommendations were much appreciated, as well as tips on accessing the National Park and adjacent beach areas.

While close to the (only) road, it is not unique in this reality...everything is either on the road or only slightly set back. More space to hang clothing, or even shelving to place clothing (we were on a two-week trip) would have been nice. To be clear, there are shelves, but they are scant.

Mike and Paul are wonderful owners, very attentive, informative and made our stay a memorable one. The property is beautiful, they have created a tropical paradise for those who stay. They offer breakfast every morning and Paul did not disappoint, it was something different everyday and it was delicious. The pool was a relaxing and refreshing experience at the end of a busy day!

We enjoyed everything about the property and hated to end our trip.

We had a great time at the property, the room was great and our hosts were amazing. Our favorite part was the breakfast- which was delicious! I would definitely recommend!

Lovely respite from Quepos with a beautiful garden and pool area. The place is spotless and the breakfasts were very good. The hosts clearly take pride in this small boutique hotel.

The room was pretty small. A blanket or bedspread on the bed would be nice as the AC can get colder at night.

Very nice property with a small pool. Great music in the common areas. Good freshly prepared breakfast.

The room had tiny open closet with no room to hang clothes. The bathroom room was set uncomfortably away from the edge of the counter.

Mike and Paul were very accommodating. Mike always had good suggestions on things to do and see in the area. Property inside the gate was beautiful with pool and garden. Excellent Breakfasts…highly recommend!

Long drive to get here!

Idyllic oasis behind a big door on the main road

Attitude of the owners and staff was poor apart from a young local employee on our arrival who was very helpful

A little private oasis tucked away in Manuel Antonio. We did a lot of rustic eco-tourism, and this gem was a pleasant break from all that with modern amenities and a lovely breakfast service in the morning.

Beautiful place, straight-friendly 😉 Mike and Paul are great hosts. Lovely breakfast, nice pool, comfortable rooms.

Thank you to Paul and Mike for a wonderful stay with them! I can not recommend this guesthouse highly enough. Pauls breakfasts were fantastic every single morning and Mike was very welcoming and helpful with good local recommendations. It’s a good central location to explore Manuel Antonio and has everything you need. A home from home! Peanut, Asia and Ginger also made the stay even more welcoming 😊

Nothing.

A lovely and convenient place to stay if you are visiting the National Park. Mike and Paul will take good care of you. My room was spacious and comfortable and the property is very well maintained. There is a nice restaurant at walking distance (El Arado) should you not want to venture out for dinner to Manuel Antonio or Quepos!

Lovely hosts and comfortable rooms. The sweet dogs were a plus.

The pool was nice. It was located close to public transit and taxi/bus drivers knew the location. The room was clean and comfortable. Check in was easy. Michael connected us with a great guide named Roy for the national park guided tour.

The bedsheets were scratchy. The toilet paper was super thin (like in most of the country). The price for breakfast was very high considering other options in the area. If you want to be close to the beach, consider somewhere further down the road. But the bus ride was 20 minutes, which we didn't consider a big deal. It would have been a nice touch to have local coffee for brewing in the rooms rather than a Nescafe machine.