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150mts north of the manuel antonio public school, Manuel Antonio 00011 Costa Rica
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#7 of 48 Specialty lodging in Manuel Antonio
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The hostel is nestled into the heart of the jungle in Manuel Antonio center with a breathtaking ocean and sunset view over the green canopy. From very affordable dormitory bunk beds to slightly more luxurious private rooms with ocean view- we have it all and it all comes with a free continental breakfast in the morning! The common terrace area has hammocks for lounging and reading a book or just taking a snooze amongst the squawks of scarlet macaws and the touch of the ocean breeze. There is also a fully equipped communal kitchen and TV lounge with cable and dvds to watch. The spread out set up of the cabins allows us to be both family friendly and also party friendly, bringing together a unique combo of the two. Just remember at Hostel Vista Serena we host the fun!! Pura Vida!
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Breakfast available
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Non-smoking hotel
Secured parking
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Ocean view
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English, Spanish

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64Somewhat walkable
Grade: 64 out of 100
13Restaurantswithin 0.3 miles
1Attractionwithin 0.3 miles
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Alex F wrote a review May 2020
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Awesome little restaurant just out back, super cheap & delicious! A full breakfast of beans, rice, toast, eggs, and a plantain for only $4. The view of the ocean offers spectacular sunsets that left me excited to come back from my adventures and on the balcony at the end of the night.
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Date of stay: February 2020
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pippibeanie wrote a review Feb 2020
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If Visiting Manuel Antonio I highly recommend visiting this little Soda for a $4 breakfast. The BEST Traditional Costa Rican breakfast I had in the 10 days visiting the country and definitely the most affordable. The Pinto Gallo was to die for! You will not be hungry for the rest of the day : ) The owner, Ramiro, is the sweetest guy and was a great resource for local places to visit. We wanted to adopt him! He also has a 2 for 1 Happy Hour with delicious drinks. The specialty coffee drinks were AMAZING! Please support this awesome locally owned Soda. : )
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Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Frauke B wrote a review Jan 2020
Dortmund, Germany19 contributions4 helpful votes
First off, the Vista Serena is a small cozy hostel up on the hill on the way to Manuel Antonio. I stayed there for 3 nights in a female dorm (4 bunk beds). Although the hostel might appear a bit rustic, it is clean, the view is fantastic and it is good value for money. To start off: if you want to visit Manuel Antonio you either stay on the hill or you stay in the village of Quepos. The first option is to be preferred as most restaurants and shops including supermarkets are located uphill on route to Manuel Antonio. As far as I have heard Quepos get very quite at night and appears to be unsafe to be out at night. A friend who stayed there preferred to drive up to Vista Serena to enjoy the view as well as to go out for dinner at night. Also the breakfast at the little "diner" across from the hostel is great value as well as all other meals. In case you want to cook your own dinner, the hostel also has a kitchen available for guest use and supermarkets are close by.
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Date of stay: January 2020
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AstridyWalfre wrote a review Jun 2019
Guatemala City, Guatemala17 contributions3 helpful votes
My husband and I traveled from San Jose to Manuel Antonio not knowing what hotel to book during our taxi ride i searched and found this affordable hostel i booked in less that 5 minutes and im glad i did!! When arriving before check in time our room was ready so we were able to go in before and the view we received was amazing also the we got the room with a kitchen and living room and a fan. It felt like we were in our home or our dream home. Nothing fancy but warming, also the food was delicious from a small restaurant they have near the main office. It is not close to Manuel Antonio we had to take a bus they offered taxis but the bus was so much fun and welcoming. We only stayed one night even if we wanted to stay longer we then moved to a hotel closer to the beach and food, There is more restaurants up a 5 minutes walk up the hill. Over all, for a hostel and the price I was very satisfied with a beautiful view to the ocean and a hammock.
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Date of stay: May 2019
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Room Tip: get a room with a view and a hammock
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Trailsandspills wrote a review Jun 2019
Singapore37 contributions12 helpful votes
I liked this place very much. For starters, the view from the front deck is breathtaking. Perched on a hill, it’s a perfect spot for birding. Scarlet macaws and many other species of birds fly by all the time. Diego and his staff are incredibly helpful in booking tours and connections. The cleaning crew and the folks at the restaurant are also very friendly and helpful. The dorms are basic and would definitely feel small if the maximum number of people it would hold are squeezed inside. But I was there during low season and there was hardly anyone. The staff did everyone a service by spacing us out across the rooms so that for 4 nights, I had the whole room to myself even though I only paid for a bed. Vista Serena might be a little crowded in high season but in low season, it is an absolute gem.
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Date of stay: May 2019Trip type: Traveled solo
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PRICE RANGE
CA$43 - CA$92 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
vista serena hotel manuel antonio national park
LOCATION
Costa RicaProvince of PuntarenasManuel Antonio
NUMBER OF ROOMS
7
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hostel Vista Serena
Which popular attractions are close to Hostel Vista Serena?
Nearby attractions include Costaricanwildlifetours (0.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Hostel Vista Serena?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and reduced mobility rooms.
What food & drink options are available at Hostel Vista Serena?
Guests can enjoy breakfast and barbeque facilities during their stay.
Is parking available at Hostel Vista Serena?
Yes, free parking and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Hostel Vista Serena?
Conveniently located restaurants include Express Burrito, El Lagarto, and Ronny's Place.
Is Hostel Vista Serena located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.2 miles away from the center of Manuel Antonio.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Hostel Vista Serena?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Spanish.
Does Hostel Vista Serena have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the ocean view available here.
Is Hostel Vista Serena accessible?
Yes, it offers reduced mobility rooms. For specific inquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.