real estate
Manuel Antonio
Real estate brokerage with offices in the Quepos and Manuel Antonio area, listing ocean view homes, condos, hotels, land and development properties along the Central Pacific. Active inventory ranges from modest condos to multimillion dollar beachfront hotels and estates.
car rental
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Quepos
Quepos branch of Adobe Rent a Car, one of the largest Costa Rican owned rental fleets in the country. The office sits in downtown Quepos in front of the soccer field entrance, opens daily 8 am to 5 pm, and delivers cars to hotels in the area at no extra cost.
transport
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Quepos
Quepos-based private transportation company running air-conditioned Toyota minibuses with professional local drivers. Covers transfers to and from SJO and LIR airports, plus intercity routes to Jaco, Dominical, Uvita, La Fortuna, Tamarindo, and Guanacaste. Available 24/7 with cash or PayPal payment.
event venue
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Quepos
Boutique hotel in Quepos town, 250 meters southeast of Marina Pez Vela, offering on-site wedding coordination and ceremony spaces including a poolside garden and ocean-view terrace. The hotel provides in-house wedding planning covering flowers, photography referrals, hair and makeup, catering, cake, and legal officiant coordination. Guest accommodations are available for the wedding party.
veterinarian
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Quepos
Veterinary clinic and pet shop located in Quepos centro at Avenida 2, Calle 2, 50 meters east. The clinic sees small animals and stocks basic pet supplies. Active on both Facebook and Instagram as of 2025.
veterinarian
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Quepos
General veterinary practice run by Dra. Desiree Delgado, located 75 meters west of the CCSS building in Quepos. Services include consultations, surgery, vaccinations, dental cleaning, export health certificates, grooming, bathing, and an on-site pet store and pharmacy. Hours are Monday through Friday 8 am to 5 pm and Saturday 8 am to noon.
transport
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Quepos
Costa Rican owned company with over 23 years operating airport transfers and private shuttles, serving more than 50,000 passengers annually. Routes include SJO and LIR airports to Manuel Antonio and Quepos with door-to-door service in air-conditioned vehicles. Also offers luxury SUV and chauffeur options for groups and weddings.
property management
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Manuel Antonio
Vacation rental and property management company handling privately owned luxury villas in Manuel Antonio and the surrounding Central Pacific. An in-house concierge team arranges airport transportation, tours, spa days, restaurant reservations and private chef service for guests.
photography
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Manuel Antonio
Wedding and elopement photography company run by Costa Rican photographer Christopher Alpizar, who has over 15 years documenting weddings across the country and into Europe. The studio is based in San Jose and covers Manuel Antonio regularly, with pricing starting at $1,800 for elopements and $4,000 for full wedding collections. Work has been featured in the New York Times and Huffington Post.
dental
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Quepos
General dentistry practice run by Dr. Tulio Salazar Nunez, registered with the Colegio de Cirujanos Dentistas de Costa Rica. The office is across from the Municipal Market of Quepos in the Galeria Comercial building, second floor, office 10. Consultations are conducted in both Spanish and English. Hours are Monday through Friday 9 am to 5 pm.
transport
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Manuel Antonio
Shuttle company running daily shared and private transfers between Manuel Antonio, San Jose, SJO airport, Jaco, Dominical, Uvita, Monteverde, Arenal and other destinations in Costa Rica and Nicaragua. Operates modern air conditioned vans with door to door pickup at hotels and rentals, plus 24/7 airport transfer options.
car rental
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Manuel Antonio
Local branch of the Costa Rican rental agency Economy Rent a Car, with an office on the Manuel Antonio road across from Cafe Milagro. Rents sedans and 4x4 SUVs suited to the area's steep hills, open daily 8 am to 5 pm.
marketing agency
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Manuel Antonio
Hotel revenue management and digital marketing consultancy working with boutique hotels and tourism businesses across Latin America. Services cover revenue strategy, OTA and rate optimization, digital marketing, and social media management. The firm reports 42% average year over year growth across its hotel clients.
private chef
Our pick
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Manuel Antonio
Private chef service from Chef Eddie Cambronero, cooking world cuisine rooted in Costa Rican tradition for villa stays, celebrations, and family dinners. He serves the Manuel Antonio, Esterillos, Dominical, Uvita, and Ojochal corridor, and also hosts intimate dinners at his own home in Portasol. Signature plates run from an elevated casado to tom kha pasta and chicken piccata, built on fresh local ingredients.
pharmacy
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Quepos
Full-service pharmacy in downtown Quepos next to Pali supermarket, behind the Republica de Corea school and directly across from the main bus station. Carries prescription medications, over-the-counter products, and personal care items. Open Monday through Saturday 7 am to 9 pm and Sunday 8 am to 9 pm.
pharmacy
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Manuel Antonio
Pharmacy located in Plaza Vista Manuel Antonio on Route 618, serving the hotel corridor between Quepos and the national park entrance. Staff provides fully bilingual service in Spanish and English and offers delivery of medications directly to area hotels. Open daily 8 am to 8 pm.
hardware
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Quepos
Hardware and building-materials store in Quepos centro, directly in front of the main bus terminal on Avenida Central. In operation since 1984, the store stocks construction materials, plumbing supplies, electrical components, tools, paint, and household hardware. Open Monday through Friday 7 am to 5:30 pm, Saturday 7 am to 5 pm, and Sunday 8 am to noon.
provisioning
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Manuel Antonio
Delivery service covering Manuel Antonio and Quepos that brings supermarket orders from Super Joseth, plus restaurant food, to homes and vacation rentals. Useful for stocking a villa with groceries, beer and snacks without leaving the property.
florist
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Quepos
Quepos-based florist specializing in wedding and event floral arrangements for the Manuel Antonio area. The shop is run by a local florist who handles custom orders for bouquets, centerpieces, and ceremony decor. The business is active on Instagram and Facebook under the Floristeria Bambu name.
spa
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Manuel Antonio
Wellness center in Manuel Antonio offering spa and holistic treatments alongside movement classes since 1994. Programs include massage therapy, yoga, Gyrotonic and Gyrokinesis sessions, breathwork, fitness and multi-day wellness retreats.
private driver
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Manuel Antonio
Owner-operated private transfer service run by Hugo Jimenes with over 10 years of ICT-authorized tourism transportation. Specializes in SJO airport to Manuel Antonio runs and day tours in air-conditioned vans for up to 8 passengers. Base rate for up to 4 passengers is $220 plus 13% tax; 24/7 service with bilingual drivers.
internet installer
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Quepos
Licensed internet service provider operating since 2010, offering fiber and satellite internet plans in Quepos and the surrounding Central Pacific region. Bilingual customer support is available Monday through Friday and Sunday 8 am to 8 pm. Serves residential, commercial, and vacation rental clients.
photography
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Manuel Antonio
Photographer and videographer based in Manuel Antonio, Quepos, with about 13 years of experience. Shoots weddings, engagements, lifestyle and family sessions plus product and architecture work, in English or Spanish.
laundry
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Quepos
Drop-off laundry service in downtown Quepos located next to the Cruz Roja at Cabinas Sanchez. Charges 2,500 colones per kilogram with same-day or next-day turnaround. There are no self-serve machines; staff wash, dry, and fold. Accepts drop-offs throughout the week.
concierge
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Manuel Antonio
Concierge and travel planning service covering Manuel Antonio and Quepos, with itinerary work extending to Arenal, Monteverde, Dominical and the Osa Peninsula. Arranges tours, beach chair and umbrella setups with transport, private chefs, beach massages, surf lessons and private beach bonfires, and prepares custom itineraries free of charge.
wedding planner
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Manuel Antonio
Costa Rica based elopement and proposal planning company covering Manuel Antonio and other regions nationwide. Services include small elopement ceremonies with photography, bridal bouquet and boutonniere, timeline coordination, and luxury picnic arrangements. The company handles both the event logistics and photography coverage for intimate ceremonies.
makeup artist
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Manuel Antonio
Bridal hair and makeup studio operated by Quepos native Priscilla Solano since 2010, with over 500 weddings completed across Costa Rica. Services include airbrush makeup, updos, and frizz-management styling suited to the humid coastal climate. The team travels throughout Costa Rica for destination weddings but is based in Manuel Antonio.
property management
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Manuel Antonio
Local rental agency operating since 2011, managing around 44 homes, villas and condos in Manuel Antonio. Handles direct bookings, property management for owners, concierge services and event planning.
spanish school
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Quepos
Spanish immersion school on Route 618 between Quepos and the national park entrance, 50 meters before Restaurante Bambu Jam. Offers group and private classes, optional on-site lodging or homestays with local families, and daily cultural activities including surfing and volunteer programs. Instruction is by native-speaking teachers at all levels.
transport
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Manuel Antonio
Private shuttle and transfer company serving the Manuel Antonio and Quepos corridor with a modern fleet of air-conditioned minibuses (5 to 12 passengers) including Toyota Hiace, Nissan NV350, and Hyundai models. Covers SJO and LIR airport transfers, intercity routes, and hotel or Airbnb pickups nationwide. Licensed and insured with 24/7 support.
medical
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Manuel Antonio
Private urgent care clinic in Plaza La Cima, across from the Tulemar entrance on the Manuel Antonio road. Provides walk-in emergency care, ambulance and air ambulance coordination and home or hotel visits, with English and Spanish speaking staff and hours from 8 am to as late as 10 pm most days.
marketing agency
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Manuel Antonio
Independent marketing and technology consultant based in Manuel Antonio, working with hotels and local businesses on web design, SEO, graphic design, digital marketing, and putting AI tools to practical use. Recent work spans hotel revenue strategy across Latin America and building data-driven websites for Costa Rican tourism businesses.
wedding planner
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Manuel Antonio
Full-service destination wedding planning company with over ten years operating in Costa Rica, led by owner Meghan Cox. The team handles planning, event design, venue selection, and guest travel management for couples from abroad. They have documented multiple weddings at Manuel Antonio venues including Arenas del Mar and Tulemar.
salon
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Quepos
Modern barbershop on Calle 3 in Quepos centro, next to La Cosecha market. Services include haircuts, straight-razor shaves with hot towels, exfoliating facial massages, and waxing for ears, nose, and eyebrows. English-speaking staff and online booking available through the Barberly app.
wedding planner
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Manuel Antonio
Locally owned wedding planning company founded in 2015 by Chelsea Brandau, who relocated from Boston to Manuel Antonio over a decade ago. The business covers full-service destination wedding coordination including vendor sourcing, venue selection, logistics, and cake design. Client reviews consistently note Chelsea's deep vendor relationships throughout the Central Pacific region.
optician
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Quepos
Branch of the national Opticas Vision chain, located on Avenida Central in Quepos centro. Offers eye exams, prescription eyeglasses, contact lenses, and sunglasses. The chain operates Monday through Saturday 9 am to 6 pm with a central appointment line.
gym
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Quepos
Large gym located in the Inmaculada neighborhood of Quepos, 1.5 km before the Hospital Max Teran Valls on the main road. The facility is bodybuilder-owned and equipped with free weights, machines, and cardio equipment. Open Monday through Friday 5 am to 9 pm and weekends from 7 am.
photography
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Manuel Antonio
Costa Rica wedding photography and videography company established in 2016, with over 250 elopements documented across the country. Photographer Maciej covers Manuel Antonio as one of his primary destinations, offering both photography and cinematic video packages. The team handles legal, symbolic, and shamanic ceremony arrangements in addition to media coverage.
spanish school
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Quepos
Small community-based Spanish school founded by local teacher Runnia Cardenas Diaz in the Boca Vieja neighborhood of Quepos. Offers in-person and online Spanish classes, homestay arrangements, cultural activities, dance classes, and adventure add-ons such as surfing and kayaking. A more informal and locally rooted option than the larger schools.
spa
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Manuel Antonio
Spa located at Hotel Makanda in Manuel Antonio, open daily 10 am to 6 pm with sauna, jacuzzi and ocean view treatment areas. The menu covers Swedish, deep tissue, couples and hot stone massage, lymphatic drainage, body wraps, organic facials and multi-session wellness programs, with treatments from around 130 dollars.
private chef
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Manuel Antonio
Chef Paige Merritt has run this private chef service out of Manuel Antonio since 2011, specializing in Latin fusion cooking with locally caught seafood and organic ingredients. Services include private in-home dinners, wedding catering, cooking classes, yoga retreat meal programs, and custom menu planning for villa stays across the Central Pacific coast.
private chef
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Manuel Antonio
Chef Pablo Turel leads a team of professional chefs (including Belen Aguilar and Fabian Azofeifa) providing private villa dining across the Central Pacific from Jaco and Los Suenos to Manuel Antonio. Operating since 2017, the service covers breakfast, lunch, dinner, sushi, Asian cuisine, and vegetarian menus with bartender services available.
private chef
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Manuel Antonio
Multi-chef service covering Manuel Antonio among other Costa Rica regions, offering private villa dinners, breakfast and lunch packages, wedding catering, yoga retreat meal programs, cooking classes, and kosher catering. The team includes chefs Juan Paulo, Alex, Manrique, Royner, and Diego with specialties spanning Costa Rican, Italian, French, sushi, and Asian cuisines.
wedding planner
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Manuel Antonio
Destination wedding and events company founded in 1999 by Aimee Monihan, one of Costa Rica's longest-operating destination wedding firms with over 1,500 weddings planned. The company operates across Costa Rica including the Manuel Antonio region and manages events from corporate retreats to large multi-day weddings. It maintains a US office in Denver and on-the-ground planners in Costa Rica.
private chef
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Manuel Antonio
Private chef company led by chef Marlon Fernandez, cooking in villas and rentals around Manuel Antonio National Park and along the Central Pacific coast since 2005. Handles everything from two person dinners to multi-day full board service for groups of 20 or more, with custom menus, tasting menus and wedding catering.