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Km 2.7 Carretera Quepos a Manuel Antonio, Manuel Antonio National Park 6350, Costa Rica
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 16, 2013
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    5 of 5 stars
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1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 16, 2013 NEW

We stayed at Gaia for 5 days and had an amazing time. Everything was taken care of with the upmost attention to detail. The adventure tours and all transportation to the adventure as well from San Jose airport was handled through the hotel. We NEVER had to worry about anything, 'it was all taken care of.' The food and the... More

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Tommy-Farrell, Owner at Gaia Hotel & Reserve, responded to this review
June 17, 2013

Thanking our recent guests for sharing their holiday time with us and choosing Gaia Hotel & Reserve. The entire staff already miss you! We are thrilled that our service and ambiance met you expectations and that your time with us was memorable and relaxing. We love all of our staff and they are all family to us. That translates into... More

Houston, Texas
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 12, 2013

My wife and I just returned from our honeymoon at Gaia Hotel and Reserve. I am floating on clound 9 right now! We spent 5 nights at the hotel and were blow away by the service, view and food. First of all the service was incredible. Fabio and Alexander at the concierge/front desk made any question, request or transaction apprear... More

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Tommy-Farrell, Owner at Gaia Hotel & Reserve, responded to this review
June 13, 2013

We are so very very happy that your experience with us here at Gaia was so wonderful! Thank you for sharing your honeymoon experience with us. We understand there might be choices out there in the Manuel Antonio area but in your case you chose the best of the best. Your documentation of your stay at Gaia is heartwarming to... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 8, 2013

In May 2012 my husband and I stayed at the Gaia hotel for 5 nights. We purchased the vacation on Travelzoo so we were a little skeptical of what to expect. From the moment we arrived we were amazed. The resort was gorgeous, the staff was extremely friendly and helpful, the views were incredible and the room was far superior... More

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Tommy-Farrell, Owner at Gaia Hotel & Reserve, responded to this review
June 8, 2013

We thank our guests very much for their gracious review our Gaia Hotel & Reserve. Thank you so much for choosing us and we are thrilled we did not disappoint you. We realize vacation time is very precious and making the right decision as to where to stay is very important...... And you are wonderful people to share your very... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 1, 2013

Spent five nights here in May and had a wonderful time. The hotel, rooms, grounds and facilities are all top-notch. The staff is amazing. They are so professional, yet friendly. They go out of their way to assist you. Everything about this place was special. By the time I left, I was so well pampered, so relaxed and so well... More

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Tommy-Farrell, Owner at Gaia Hotel & Reserve, responded to this review
June 3, 2013

Thanking our recent guests for choosing Gaia for their holiday here in Costa Rica. Indeed, as described, Gaia is a very special place and unmatched by any other resort in the area. We pamper our guests with special amenities way beyond their expectations. It's a place you come to in order to relax, meet new friends, receive pampering and share... More

Greensboro, NC
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 30, 2013 via mobile

My wife and I spent 6 nights at Gaia and had a great experience!! I can not say enough about the awesome staff !! The food was great, cool bar, nice private pools, suite was very spacious and clean ! Gaia made sure we where taken care of in town and at the park. Overall : A+++

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Tommy-Farrell, Owner at Gaia Hotel & Reserve, responded to this review
June 3, 2013

Thanking our recent guests for taking the time to share their wonderful experience on this TripAdvisor forum. We are thrilled you stayed with us for six nights.....and we are certain that you will return in the not too distant future. You instantly became part of our family and we were only too happy to accommodate your every need both on... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013 via mobile

My wife and I stayed at Gaia for 1 week. We had a great time. All staff are really friendly. Our room was really nice. After we told staff we had a few bugs coming in from under the door they immediately attached a slide to the bottom of the door which stopped bugs coming in. Reception staff were really... More

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Tommy-Farrell, Owner at Gaia Hotel & Reserve, responded to this review
May 17, 2013

And we can not wait for you to come back to us! We now have so many repeat guests that we look forward to creating magic once again in our oasis of tranquility here at Gaia. Thank you for mentioning our wonderful staff. They are truly what makes Gaia so special and unique. Thank you for sharing your honeymoon experience... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

A heavenly experience. This is a stunning property with great food...but most of all the personalized service is what sets it apart. Diego was a fabulous bartender, Aldo was such a kind, courteous waiter, Jorge was very personable, Joshua was extremely attentive at the pool, and Julian was lovely to see at the start of our day! We will truly... More

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Tommy-Farrell, Owner at Gaia Hotel & Reserve, responded to this review
May 17, 2013

The entire staff miss you already! You were a joy to have in our resort for the time you were here on our property. And the staff always appreciate the time and effort you took to mention their names on this TripAdvisor forum. Indeed, Gaia is a magical place and we look forward to hosting you once again and give... More

Bethesda, Maryland
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

This was my first trip to Costa Rica, and I had high hopes - and my expectations were met and exceeded. Costa Rica is beautiful, and Gaia Hotel is truly the best!! The hotel is set into a beautiful hill amidst magnificent grounds of foliage and wildlife. The room was huge and well done - we stayed in a suite.... More

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Tommy-Farrell, Owner at Gaia Hotel & Reserve, responded to this review
May 17, 2013

Our entire staff thank you for your very kind words on their service to you. They are our best kept secret. No hotel or guest house in the entire Central Pacific coast of Costa Rica can match up to the genuine service and professionalism that the Gaia employees posses. And as you pointed out, with a smile. They love to... More

San Jose, Costa Rica
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013 via mobile

Great hotel up on a beautiful hilltop. Golf carts take you up to the lobby. A little far from Manuel Antonio park but they have shuttle service to take and pick you up. Very friendly service and lovely food. For nature lovers you can see many birds and small animals.

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Tommy-Farrell, Owner at Gaia Hotel & Reserve, responded to this review
May 17, 2013

Thank you for your kind review. Indeed, we are approximately 7 minutes from the lovely beaches of Manuel Antonio and the amazing National Park. Our shuttle service operates continuously from 8 AM until 4:30 PM at our guests convenience. Thank you for taking the time to comment on this TripAdvisor forum. More

Portland, Oregon
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013

This was a total tony experience! From the moment we met our driver to the moment they dropped us back at the airport, I felt completely relaxed and well looked after! The staff was exceptional, the room fantastic, the pool terrific and the views spectacular. We stayed in a deluxe suite with the private rooftop terrace and I would highly... More

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Tommy-Farrell, Owner at Gaia Hotel & Reserve, responded to this review
May 17, 2013

We like winning Tony's! Thank you so much for your kind review. We have since looked into the bed issue and have it resolved. Thank you for pointing that out to us. We hope that you may become one of our repeat guests as we would love to be able to spoil you once again. Thank you for sharing your... More

 
 
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Additional Information about Gaia Hotel & Reserve

Address: Km 2.7 Carretera Quepos a Manuel Antonio, Manuel Antonio National Park 6350, Costa Rica
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Region: Costa Rica > Province of Puntarenas > Manuel Antonio National Park
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Fitness Center Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#1 Luxury Hotels in Manuel Antonio National Park
#2 Romantic Hotels in Manuel Antonio National Park
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:4.5 star (4.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Gaia Hotel, Manuel Antonio's only 5-star resort and dining. Bask in our infinity-edge pools, dash Aveda bath salts into your Jacuzzi and relax enjoying the jungle and ocean views. Rooms feature A/C, cable, flat screen TVs, portable phones, home entertainment units, internet connectivity, coffee-maker, mini-bar, safety box, hairdryer, 24/7 room service and full spa services. Your personal valet sees to your needs, and our Nature Guide hosts an exclusive tour of our 12-acre Nature Reserve. ... more   less 
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