Perfect for outdoor adventurers, Quepos is the capital of Costa Rica’s Aguirre canton the Puntarenas province. Visitors here won’t have any trouble settling in, as the city is very oriented towards tourism. Quepos is seen as the gateway to a couple of conservation parks, namely the Poás Volcano and the Manuel Antonio National Park. Let’s check out 10 beautiful Vrbo vacation rentals that will help you enjoy the perfect getaway.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on March 13, 2023.
1. Charming hillside villa (from 200 USD)
Casa Azul is a charming hillside villa that is close to everywhere you need to go in Quepos. It is just a mile (1.6 km) from town, 2 miles (3.2 km) from the beach and 3 miles (4.8 km) from the Manuel Antonio National Park. The views you get here are stunning. To the east, there is a lush rainforest; to the west is the Pacific Ocean. Within the apartment, guests also get their own private pool, to soak in and relax after a long day out.
Charming hillside villa
Price: from 200 USD
Number of Guests: 10
2. Get magnificent views of both sea and mountains (from 171 USD)
Blending charm and comfort is Casa Moreno, whose architecture features Mediterranean and Costa Rican influences. The newly renovated house has a prime location, offering guests amazing views of both the Pacific Ocean and the rainforest mountain on either side of the villa. Sunrise takes places on the mountainside, while sunsets at sea offer the most romantic of settings. Outside the villa are shopping stretches, tours and beaches. If you prefer staying in, there are plenty of indoor entertainment options, from Netflix to HBO on the telly.
Get magnificient views of both sea and mountains
Price: from 171 USD
Number of Guests: 10
3. Cosy Manuel Antonio Cottage (from 97 USD)
This house is made for true nature lovers. Located within a walled, gated private property, this cottage is less than 5 minutes from Quepos’ beautiful beaches and the Manuel Antonio National Park. You’ll be surrounded by flora, fauna and wildlife like monkeys, birds and iguanas. If you’re in need of some retail therapy, shops and restaurants are only a short walking distance away. Otherwise, there is a front porch and a pool, where you can unwind after a long day.
Cosy Manuel Antonio Cottage
Price: from 97 USD
Number of Guests: 3
4. Beautiful villa with infinity pool (from USD 327)
Translated as ‘house of the bear sloth’, Casa oso de los Perezoso got its name from the many bear sloths in the area, given its proximity to the nearby national park. Just like how laidback they are, the villa hopes to inspire visitors to achieve the same. There is a fully equipped kitchen for DIY meals and an outdoor patio to soak in the surrounding views, but the villa’s highlight is its infinity pool. The villa is also handicap-accessible.
6.11 km (3.8 mi) from Parque Nacional Manuel AntonioAccommodates: 7
Minimum Nights: 3
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the pool/deck were perfectwe loved our daily visitors of two toucans in the tree by the infinity poolthis property has it all the rooms are all spacious with comfortable furniture and wonderfully decoratedrooms were comfortable with plenty of seating areas for reading playing cards loungingwe relaxed by the pool and soaked in the sun and surrounding viewsCleanliness:
what a fantastic find the house was beautiful - clean great set up and well furnishedHost:
she was so kind and extremely helpfulshe is helpful beyond expectationsdina is a gem she was immediately responsive if we had questions or concernsdina the property manager was very helpful and provided us with information on the local dining and activitiesher recommendations for tours/eating anything really was so helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
it’s a great location for visiting the quepos and manuel antonio park area and beyondgreat location & stunning sunsets
5. The perfect tropical vacation home (from USD 103)
Villa Bella is a large, charming villa that is in the middle of everything. Coastal beaches are just a stone’s throw away and the city centre of Quepos takes just 10 mins on foot. Looking to go on rainforest hikes, ATV tours or the renowned national park? They’re also just 20 mins away. The apartment comes with a fully equipped kitchen for all home-cooked meals, high-speed WiFi and a pristine pool to soak in at your leisure.
5.65 km (3.6 mi) from Parque Nacional Manuel AntonioAccommodates: 4
Minimum Nights: 1
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the beds were comfortable and the ac helped cool the night for a good sleepRead more reviewsCleanliness:
the pool is very warm and sparkling cleanmy daughter played in the pool which was clean and warmthe condo is very nice clean and had what we needed for our staythe pool is large and clean
6. Spacious deluxe jungle villa (from 77 USD)
Situated in a quiet area of Manuel Antonio, this jungle villa enjoys privacy, yet still remains close to public transportation, nightlife and shopping areas. The beach and national park are only a 5 to 10-min walk away. Guests are booking only a room, but they will be able to access a fully equipped kitchen and the villa’s beautiful pool. Guests with rental vehicles will also get free parking within the premise.
Spacious deluxe jungle villa
Price: from 77 USD
Number of Guests: 3
7. Luxury apartment in a rainforest setting (from USD 181)
Stay in an apartment surrounded by lush greenery. Its interiors fit its environment, with wooden furnishing and cushion covers with leaves that blend in with the foliage outside. This apartment can comfortably accommodate three. There is an outdoor balcony where it is common for wildlife like white-face monkeys, sloths and giant toucans to hang out nearby. If you’re in the mood for some canopy ziplining or river rafting, the owner here can help get you sorted out.
2.94 km (1.9 mi) from Parque Nacional Manuel AntonioAccommodates: 4
Minimum Nights: 1
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the apartment has a well furnished kitchen king-sized bed beautiful bathroom and a balcony over the rain forestthe top floor apartment was large clean and comfortable with the forest right outside the balconythe king size bed is firm and very comfortable for sleepingit would be nice to have plastic glasses to take to the pool and wine glassesthe pool is beautifulCleanliness:
the apartment was definitely well appointed modern clean and comfortablethe apartments was lovely clean and very comfortable and the pool area our quiet afternoon oasisHost:
the owner is very helpful and knowledgeable about the areathe staff at the resort were responsivechuck and his staff will make your vacation wonderfulthe hotel staff were super-friendly and helpfulthe present owner of el paseo del mar chuck quinlan is more than helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
these are lovely apartments in a great location near manuel antonio parkoverall i would recommend this location in a heartbeatgrocery store and many good restaurants are only a short walkit’s an amazing place and plenty businesses within walking distance around the areatwo great restaurants emilio’s cafe and cafe milagro are very close to the apartment
8. The best vacation rental in Manuel Antonio (from 1,200 USD)
This isn’t an exaggeration. Villa Perezoso has been awarded the ‘Best Vacation Rental in Manuel Antonio’ after receiving more than a hundred five-star guest reviews. The whopping 6,000 sq ft (557 sq m) villa has a full set of staff, including a personal chef, bartender, housekeeping, a dedicated concierge and facility operators. Even transportation will be taken care of. The villa boasts floor-to-ceiling windows for gorgeous views, a hot tub, private pool, sun deck and a penthouse loft that offers 280-degree views.
The best vacation rental in Manuel Antonio
Price: from 1,200 USD
Number of Guests: 12
9. Quiet studio apartment with pool
You’ll get a 322 sq ft (30 sq m) studio apartment at The Colibri, which is located in the Pura Vida valley, just a few hundred meters from the main road. The apartment comes with a queen bed and a terrace with great views of the jungle. This place is remote, away from the noise of the nightlife and entertainment options in the city centre. If a good, quiet night’s sleep is among your priorities, there are few places more peaceful than this.
3.78 km (2.4 mi) from Parque Nacional Manuel AntonioAccommodates: 2
Minimum Nights: 3
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the views from the pool and condo were gorgeousthe only reason i gave a review of two versus one star is because the pool was enjoyablethe infinity pool doesn't hurt either we are so glad we stayed hereCleanliness:
this was a beautiful place to stay we loved the pool and our room was cozy and cleanHost:
david and rene were absolutely wonderful hostsour hosts were very friendly and helpfulstep by step picture directions to get there were super helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
it is a very peaceful place in the middle of the jungle
Best times to visit
Visit Quepos between December to April, when the weather is dry. The city also has a month-long party every February to celebrate Festival del Mar. This comes with plenty of parades, concerts, sporting events and a large street carnival.
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