Espadilla Gardens

Espadilla Gardens, across the street from Espadilla Beach

Espadilla Gardens is a small property of cabins set in tropical gardens in Manuel Antonio, across the street from Espadilla Beach, which you reach by a private path. The entrance to Manuel Antonio National Park is close by, and the rainforest comes right up to the grounds. It suits travellers who want peace, quiet and nature, with the beach and the park on foot.

Why we choose it

• The beach by a private path. A path leads from the property across to Espadilla Beach, a few steps from the Manuel Antonio beachfront.
• Walk to the park. You are close to the national park entrance, so you can be on the trails early, before the day's crowds arrive.
• Gardens all around. The cabins sit among the gardens and the forest, so birds and monkeys are part of the morning.

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Rooms and views

There are two kinds of cabin: the Standard Superior Cabin, for couples, and the Triple Superior, with room for a third traveller. Both open onto the gardens, with the rainforest close by, so mornings start with birdsong rather than traffic.

On the property

The swimming pool sits in the middle of the gardens, a good place to cool off after a morning in the park. The restaurant serves Costa Rican and international dishes, and the bar beside it is the spot for a beer, a cocktail or a fruit smoothie in the afternoon.

There is a souvenir shop on site and parking if you are driving. The gardens themselves are worth a slow walk at dusk, when the forest comes alive.

Location and getting there

The property is in Manuel Antonio, across the street from Espadilla Beach and close to the national park entrance. The park is small but full of life: sloths, monkeys, birds and coatis can all be seen in a single morning with a guide. From here we also arrange rafting, snorkeling, canopy tours, surf lessons and sport fishing out of Quepos.

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