Local services in Manuel Antonio & Quepos

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Private Chef & Catering $$$

Eklectic Kitchen

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.

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Real Estate Agent

2Costa Rica 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.

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Property Management $$$

2CRVR Vacation Rentals

Quepos

Property management and vacation rental company based at Marina Pez Vela, Quepos, managing more than 50 villas across Manuel Antonio, Dominical, and Uvita. Legally registered as Two Costa Rica Vacation Rental, the company has operated in the market for close to two decades and personally inspects every property in its collection.

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Car Rental $$

Adobe Rent a Car Quepos

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.

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Car Rental $$

Alamo Rent A Car

Quepos

International rental car brand with a branded office in downtown Quepos, 200 meters west of the Catholic church next to the Joseth supermarket, on the route up to Manuel Antonio. Part of the Enterprise Holdings network, sharing the same local office and phone line as the National franchise at this location. Offers economy through SUV vehicles with pickup and drop off arranged locally rather than only at the San Jose airport counter.

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Massage $$

Ambar Body Therapy Spa

Manuel Antonio

Massage and body therapy studio near Playitas beach, offering treatments both at its own space and as an in-villa or in-hotel mobile service. The team focuses on massage, body therapy, and related treatments using their own products and techniques. It holds a 2026 Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice award and is currently the top-rated spa listing for Manuel Antonio on that platform.

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Private Driver $$

Arenal Rides

La Fortuna

Owner-run private driver and travel-curator service based in La Fortuna, run by Carlos with a small network of vetted local drivers. It handles door-to-door transfers across Costa Rica including San Jose and Liberia airports, Monteverde, Tamarindo, and Manuel Antonio, and also books tours along the route. Communication and booking are handled mainly over WhatsApp.

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Shuttle & Airport Transfer $$

Arenal Shuttle Service

La Fortuna

La Fortuna based transport company offering private and shared shuttles between the Arenal Volcano area and destinations across Costa Rica, including SJO and LIR airports, Guanacaste and Pacific beaches, Monteverde, and the Nicaragua border. Vehicles are air-conditioned minivans with WiFi, and the company is ICT certified. The office is located near the La Fortuna fire station.

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Shuttle & Airport Transfer $$

Blue Horizon Costa Rica

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.

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Property Management $$$

Blue Horizon Vacation Rentals

Manuel Antonio

Villa and condo property manager in Manuel Antonio and Quepos run by Diego Morales, a Quepos native who started in hospitality at Hotel Tulemar in 2002 before launching his own management company. The same operation also owns Los Monos Sport Fishing, a surf school, a private beach club on Espadilla Beach, and a ground transportation arm.

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Real Estate Agent $$$$

Blue Zone Realty International

Quepos

Luxury real estate brokerage covering Manuel Antonio, Quepos, and the Southern Pacific zone, founded and led by Tim Fenton. Lists high-end ocean-view villas, estates, and development land, with dozens of active Manuel Antonio listings in the multi-million dollar range.

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Event Venue $$

Boutique Hotel Las Cascadas

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.

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Architect & Engineer $$$

Cañas Arquitectos

Manuel Antonio

Architecture firm founded in 1974 in Costa Rica, with completed residential projects in Manuel Antonio including Casa Guarumos and Casa Tres Arboles. Principal architect holds Honorary Fellowship from the American Institute of Architects, granted in 2012.

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Real Estate Agent $$

Century 21 Tropical Breeze Realty

Quepos

Century 21 franchise office based in Quepos, listing houses, condos, lots and commercial parcels across the Manuel Antonio and Quepos corridor. The office also handles land in nearby Matapalo, Naranjito and Villa Nueva.

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Veterinarian $$

Clinica Veterinaria Dr. Martinez

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.

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Veterinarian $$

Clinica Veterinaria Dra. Desiree Delgado

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.

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Real Estate Agent $$

Coldwell Banker Costa Rica, Manuel Antonio

Manuel Antonio

Local office of the Coldwell Banker Costa Rica network handling sales of luxury homes, villas, condos, hotels and land in Manuel Antonio. The team lists both beachfront and hillside properties, including large estate homes like Casa Fantastica and Casa La Reserva.

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Construction $$$

Consbieke Construction

Quepos

General contractor founded in 2009 by civil engineer Roberto Aguilar Gutierrez, serving Manuel Antonio and the greater Quepos area. Offers design and blueprint coordination through partner architects and engineers, pre-construction cost estimating, general contracting, and owner's-representative inspection services, with both residential and commercial projects including several restaurants completed.

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Private Chef & Catering $$

Cook At Home CR

Quepos

In-villa private chef service based in Quepos that cooks breakfasts, entrees, and desserts for guests staying in Manuel Antonio, Quepos, Dominical, Uvita, and Jaco. Reviewed for a friendly, easygoing manner and creative use of local ingredients, with guests specifically noting the coffee and breakfast service. Booked directly by phone or through the operator's LinkedIn and trust-review profiles.

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Babysitting & Nanny $$

Costa Nannies

Manuel Antonio

Costa Rican childcare company connecting traveling families with trained, background-checked local nannies, with coverage in the Manuel Antonio and Quepos area among other regions. Bookings run through WhatsApp or the company website, and nannies are described as certified in CPR and first aid.

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Salon & Barber $$

Costa Rica Hair and Makeup by Monica

Quepos

Bridal hair and makeup service based in Puerto Quepos, specializing in wedding day styling for destination weddings around Manuel Antonio and Quepos. Run by stylist Monica, booked directly through Facebook.

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Doctor & Clinic $$

Costa Rica Health Medical Center

Quepos

General medical clinic in downtown Quepos, diagonal to the central park, offering consultations, an on-site pharmacy, lab work, and ultrasound and X-ray. Appointments are booked by WhatsApp and the clinic serves both local patients and MediSmart plan members.

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Shuttle & Airport Transfer $$

Costa Rica Shuttle

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.

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Property Management $$$$

CR Vacation Properties

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.

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Photography & Video $$$

Crissorama

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.

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Construction $$$

Decentra Homes

Manuel Antonio

Custom home builder using galvanized light steel frame construction manufactured at its own facility in Turkey, building homes across Costa Rica including Manuel Antonio. Offers design, permitting, and furnishing as part of the build package, with projects typically completed in five to eight months.

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Dentist $$

Dental Salazar

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.

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Plumber $$

Destaqueos Mr. Bueno

Manuel Antonio

A plumbing and drain service based in Manuel Antonio, Quepos, specializing in clearing blocked pipes, drains and toilets with pressurized equipment. The business posts its work from jobs geotagged in Manuel Antonio and takes bookings by WhatsApp.

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Real Estate Agent $$

Diamond Costa Rica Real Estate

Quepos

Independent real estate agency run by agent Kathia Rojas, focused on Quepos and Manuel Antonio. Rojas handles property sales, long-term rentals and short-term vacation rentals, with listings ranging from studio apartments to development lots.

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Massage $$

Dika Spa Service

Quepos

In-villa massage service based in Quepos that sends therapists directly to hotels, rental homes, and villas around Manuel Antonio with table, cupping equipment, and aromatherapy oils. Reviewers on Tripadvisor describe repeat visits from the same therapists during multi-week stays.

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Dentist $$

Drs. Chacón Dental Clinic

Quepos

General and cosmetic dental practice in downtown Quepos, next to Banco Popular, run by the Chacón family of dentists. Long recommended in local expat forums for English-speaking service on crowns, root canals, and whitening.

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Shuttle & Airport Transfer $$

Easy Ride Costa Rica

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.

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Car Rental $$

Economy Rent a Car Manuel Antonio

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.

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Marketing & Web $$$

ECTM

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.

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Salon & Barber $

Ericka Salón

Quepos

Manicure and pedicure salon in downtown Quepos run by manicurist Ericka, taking appointments by phone. Posts regular nail art and gel work on Instagram.

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Property Management $$$

Escape Villas (VivaLasVillas)

Manuel Antonio

Vacation rental management company with an office in Manuel Antonio, operating under the VivaLasVillas.com brand for over ten years. Escape Villas manages a portfolio of Manuel Antonio villas including Casa Fantastica and Casa De Las Brisas, and arranges concierge and private chef services for guests.

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Doctor & Clinic $$$

Express Medical

Manuel Antonio

Mobile doctor service that sends a physician directly to a hotel, vacation rental, or home in the Manuel Antonio and Quepos area for routine or urgent care. The team, led by Dr. Arturo Aguirreurreta, carries IV supplies, a defibrillator, and lab-partner access, and coordinates with travel insurance.

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Massage $$

Fab Body Costa Rica

Quepos

Mobile massage therapist Lorraine Fletcher works throughout the Manuel Antonio and Quepos area, bringing massage, yoga, and personal training sessions to villas, hotels, and the beach. Services include individual Swedish or deep tissue massage and couples massage, booked directly by phone or through her website. She is based near Playa Espadilla.

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Pharmacy $

Farmacia La Economica

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.

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Pharmacy $

Farmacia Maxi Palí (Quepos)

Quepos

Pharmacy counter inside the Maxi Palí supermarket in Quepos, part of the national Maxi Palí chain. Carries prescription and over-the-counter medication alongside the store's grocery and household goods.

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Pharmacy $$

Farmapolis

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.

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Hardware Store $$

Ferreteria Costanera Sur

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.

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Provisioning & Delivery $

Fiesta Express Delivery

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.

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Florist $$

Floristeria Bambu

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.

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Salon & Barber $

Fresh Man Barber Shop

Quepos

Barber shop in Quepos located next to Panadería La Musmanni, across from the BCR bank branch. Offers haircuts, fades, and beard trims for men.

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Property Management $$

FullScope Properties

Quepos

Property management company handling guest management, maintenance, and financial oversight for vacation rental owners in Manuel Antonio and Quepos, marketed under the Casa Elsa and Green Coast Rentals listings. Advertises rentals and property management together, positioned toward owners who want a hands-off rental operation.

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Pest Control $$

Fumigadora Alto

Quepos

A pest control and sanitation company operating in Quepos since 2000, serving the Quepos, Manuel Antonio, Parrita and Jacó area. Services cover fumigation for cockroaches, ants, rodents and other pests, plus septic tank cleaning and wastewater treatment for homes, hotels and commercial clients, using products authorized by the Ministry of Health.

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Private Driver $$

Go Transfers CR

Manuel Antonio

Private transfer and tour company based in Manuel Antonio, run by owner Dennis, covering airport runs, tourist routes, and door to door transfers across Costa Rica in a fleet that has grown from a single van to three, including a 15 passenger Mercedes Benz Sprinter. Google reviews consistently name Dennis directly and describe drivers offering lunch stops and grocery runs along the way. Also books multi day itineraries beyond point to point transfers.

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Concierge $$$

Green Coast Rentals

Manuel Antonio

Villa rental brand in Manuel Antonio (properties include Casa Reserva, Casa Papillon and Casa Mono Congo) built around a dedicated bilingual concierge who meets each group on arrival. The concierge arranges tours, transportation, groceries, spa services and private chefs for the length of the stay.

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Real Estate Agent $$$

Hidden Bay Realty

Quepos

Real estate brokerage focused on Manuel Antonio and Quepos, listing homes, condos, development land, and lots, with a secondary focus on Golfito bay properties. Handles both resale and exclusive off-market listings branded HBR Exclusive.

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Spa $$$

Holis Wellness Center

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.

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Private Driver $$

Hugo Transfer CR

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.

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Shuttle & Airport Transfer $$

ILT Costa Rica

La Fortuna

Private and shared shuttle operator serving major destinations including San Jose, Liberia, La Fortuna, Monteverde, and Manuel Antonio, with hotel pickup and drop-off. Quotes and bookings are arranged by email, and the company also runs the jeep-boat-jeep service across Lake Arenal.

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Gym & Fitness $$$

Inhala Pilates

Manuel Antonio

Reformer Pilates studio on the second floor of Plaza Vista in Manuel Antonio, described by its founder Daniella Henderson as the area's first dedicated Reformer studio. Opened in 2026 with morning and evening classes Monday through Friday.

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Gardening & Landscaping $$

Inspirarme Jardines

Quepos

Landscaping and garden design company based in Manuel Antonio and Quepos, handling garden renovations and maintenance for private homes. Portfolio includes a documented garden renovation at Casa las Nubes.

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Hair & Makeup $$$

Isa Beauty Makeup & Hair

Quepos

Bridal hair and makeup studio run by Isabel Quiros, offering on location services for weddings and events across Costa Rica, including destination weddings on the Central Pacific coast. A Manuel Antonio and Quepos travel forum thread recommended the artist by name for a local bridal booking. The business has over a decade of experience and posts client work on Instagram and its own site.

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Internet & Starlink $$

Itellum Internet Services

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.

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Spa $$

KAË Spa

Quepos

Spa at the Best Western Kamuk Hotel in downtown Quepos, offering a full massage menu including Swedish, deep tissue, hot stone, Thai, prenatal, bamboo, and four hand massage, plus body scrubs, wraps, and facials. Treatments can be taken in the spa or delivered to the guest's own room. Bookings run through the hotel front desk or WhatsApp.

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Photography & Video $$$

Karina Ocampo Fotografia

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.

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Veterinarian $$

La Bodeguita de mi Mascota (Quepos)

Quepos

Pet supply store and veterinary clinic on Avenida 5 in Quepos, part of a small Costa Rican chain with branches in Desamparados, Gravilias, San Miguel, and Quepos. Sells pet food and supplies alongside veterinary consultations for dogs and cats.

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Photography & Video $$

La Vida in Life Photography

Manuel Antonio

Photographer Cara Reilly, based in Manuel Antonio, shoots family, kids, couples, engagement, and content-creation sessions on the beach and in the rainforest for visitors and residents. Also offers real estate and hotel property photography.

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Real Estate Agent $$$$

Latitude 9 Realty

Manuel Antonio

Real estate brokerage based in Manuel Antonio specializing in the central and southern Pacific zones, from Manuel Antonio and Quepos down through Dominical and Uvita. Led by Paul Lambert, with over thirty years of combined team experience in local property transactions.

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Laundry $

Laundry Lavandería Lucimaria

Quepos

A neighborhood laundry service in Manuel Antonio, Quepos, located 25 meters east of the entrance next to Amigos del Río. It offers wash, dry and fold service typically ready the next day, priced by the kilo.

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Laundry $

Lavanderia Sanchez

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.

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Concierge $$$

MA Beach Concierge

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.

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Gym & Fitness $$

MA Fitness

Manuel Antonio

Full-service gym on the second floor of a building facing the Manuel Antonio soccer field, with air-conditioned space, free weights, and group class schedules posted monthly on Instagram. Visitors and residents on Facebook travel groups recommend it as clean and well-staffed, and nearby hotels such as Tulemar Resort direct guests there for day passes. It offers monthly memberships as well as day and week passes.

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Wedding Planner $$

Macaw Experiences

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.

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Salon & Barber $$$

Mademoiselle Salon

Quepos

Full-service hair and beauty salon inside Marina Pez Vela, offering cuts, color, manicures, and bridal hair and makeup. The team includes stylist Priscilla Solano, who books wedding parties for resorts such as Parador. TripAdvisor lists it among the top-rated spas and wellness businesses in Quepos, with 58 reviews and a 4.8 average.

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Hardware Store $$

Maderas Paniagua y Solís

Quepos

Hardware store in downtown Quepos, located diagonal to the Yordix supermarket, known locally as the hardware store of the Quepeños. Stocks lumber, cement, concrete block, structural steel, plumbing tile, paint, electrical wiring, and scaffolding rental.

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Real Estate Agent $$$

Manuel Antonio Estates

Manuel Antonio

Gated vacation-home community and real estate operation founded in 2000 by Richard Lemire, selling homes and homesites within its own development in addition to managing its rental villa collection. Lemire has lived in Costa Rica since 1991 and stays personally involved in the construction of homes sold through the community.

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Hair & Makeup $$

Manuel Antonio Hair and Makeup by Priscilla

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.

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Laundry $

Manuel Antonio Laundromat

Manuel Antonio

A laundromat in Manuel Antonio located next to Soda El Ángel, open Monday through Saturday. It offers self-service and drop-off laundry at set prices for visitors and residents.

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Massage $$

Manuel Antonio Massage

Manuel Antonio

Massage service based near Playa Espadilla offering both a private studio in Quepos and mobile visits to villas, hotels, and Airbnbs. The team offers deep tissue, Swedish, and couples massage, with two therapists available for simultaneous couples sessions. It is listed and open on Tripadvisor under Manuel Antonio spas and wellness centers.

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Property Management $$$

Manuel Antonio Rental Properties

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.

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Spanish School $$

Manuel Antonio Spanish School

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.

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Shuttle & Airport Transfer $$

Manuel Antonio Travels

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.

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Doctor & Clinic $$$

Manuel Antonio Urgent Care

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.

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Hardware Store $$

Materiales Salazar

Quepos

Hardware and construction materials store in downtown Quepos, legally registered as Inversiones Salazar Vallejos S.A. Stocks wood, cement, concrete block, rebar, plumbing supplies, paint, electrical wiring, and showers, plus scaffolding rental and transport service.

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Spanish School $$

Maximo Nivel Manuel Antonio-Quepos

Quepos

Rainforest-Beach Institute campus of Maximo Nivel, an open-air two-story building in the heart of Quepos town, a couple of blocks from the Quepos bus station. Teaches Spanish immersion programs alongside the school's main San Jose campus.

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Marketing & Web $$$

Michael Zoz

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.

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Wedding Planner $$$

Mil Besos Costa Rica

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.

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Auto Mechanic $$

Mocar Service Center

Quepos

An auto repair shop in Quepos handling general mechanical work including catalytic converter cleaning, oxygen sensor service and engine troubleshooting. The shop documents its repair work on TikTok and Instagram and takes calls directly.

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Private Driver $$$

Morpho Vans

La Fortuna

Private van and driver service offering full-day hires and point-to-point transfers from La Fortuna and Arenal across Costa Rica. Day-trip options include local Arenal attractions, Rio Celeste, and Cano Negro, with door-to-door pickup, recent-model air-conditioned vans, and all taxes and insurance included.

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Gym & Fitness $

Mucho Músculo Gym

Quepos

Neighborhood weights-and-machines gym in downtown Quepos, in the El INVU area on the way toward Manuel Antonio. Serves a mix of locals, residents, and visitors with month-to-month memberships and no long-term contract.

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Gardening & Landscaping $$

MyM Landscaping

Quepos

Landscaping and lawn maintenance service operating in the Manuel Antonio and Quepos area, offering ongoing garden upkeep and lot cleaning for residential properties. Listed among the top local providers for lawn maintenance in independent regional service directories.

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Shuttle & Airport Transfer $$

MyPinkBus

Manuel Antonio

Central America shuttle platform running scheduled shared shuttles connecting San Jose and other Costa Rica hubs to Manuel Antonio, using custom-designed vehicles and departing on schedule regardless of minimum bookings. Also operates routes into Panama. Travelers on Facebook forums describe modern buses with a rest and food stop midway on the Manuel Antonio route.

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Salon & Barber $

New Style Barber Shop Quepos

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.

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Wedding Planner $$$

Oasis Destination Weddings

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.

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Optician $$

Ópticas Jiménez (Quepos)

Quepos

Branch of Costa Rica's oldest optical chain (founded 1955 in San Jose), opened in Plaza Comercial Quepos. Offers free eye exams booked by WhatsApp, prescription glasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses from international and house brands.

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Optician $$

Opticas Vision Quepos

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.

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Property Management $$

Osa Property Management, Manuel Antonio Office

Manuel Antonio

Manuel Antonio branch office of Osa Property Management, a vacation rental management company based in the southern Pacific that expanded here in 2023. The Manuel Antonio office (downtown, near the national park) manages bookings, reservations and a full-time travel concierge for homeowners and guests, and also operates under the Costa Rica Las Villas brand.

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Gym & Fitness $

Pacific Power Gym

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.

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Photography & Video $$$

Papaya Wedding

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.

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Salon & Barber $$

Priscilla Miranda Beauty Salon

Quepos

Neighborhood beauty salon in the La Bloquera area of Quepos, specializing in hair coloring and curly hair treatments. Appointments are booked directly by phone or WhatsApp, and the salon posts regular before-and-after work on Instagram and Facebook. It operates separately from the Marina Pez Vela salons and serves mostly local and long-stay clients.

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Private Driver $$

Private Travel CR

La Fortuna

Owner-operated private transport company founded in 2022 by Diego Salas, a La Fortuna driver with about 20 years of experience. It offers door-to-door private transfers from SJO and LIR airports to La Fortuna, Monteverde, Tamarindo, Manuel Antonio, and other destinations, with flat per-vehicle pricing, bilingual drivers, and flight tracking. A VIP option adds tourist stops and concierge-style recommendations.

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Gym & Fitness $$$

Pura Pilates

Manuel Antonio

Private Pilates studio and mobile instruction run by certified instructor Lisa, who relocated to Costa Rica in 2022 after training under Master Trainer Laura Batterman Powers in Atlanta. The studio has ocean and mountain views and a Cadillac-Reformer combo unit plus a Wunda Chair; sessions also come to clients' homes.

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Spanish School $

Quepos Cultural Immersion

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.

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Florist $$

Quepos Flowers Shop

Quepos

Florist shop in Quepos selling flower bouquets and arrangements for birthdays, anniversaries, and other occasions. The shop is also known locally as Floristeria Quepos and operates from a storefront in town with phone ordering and an online booking site.

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Pool Maintenance $$

Quepos Pools

Quepos

Pool maintenance company run by Geylor, serving Quepos, Manuel Antonio, and Esterillos with weekly cleaning, plumbing repairs, liner changes, and salt system conversions. Works with hotels and condominiums as well as private homes.

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Gym & Fitness $$

Quepos X Training

Quepos

CrossFit box in downtown Quepos, next to Restaurante De La Finca, offering crossfit, strength training, calisthenics, and functional training classes. The gym runs regular in-house competitions such as its OCR CrossFit Master Throwdown and posts class schedules and coaching clips on Instagram. Reservations for classes go through WhatsApp.

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Spa $$$

Raindrop Spa Yoga Center

Quepos

Independent day spa on a private estate in the Manuel Antonio Estates area, offering massage, facials, body scrubs and wraps, and yoga classes in a garden setting away from any hotel. Signature offerings include a Harmonic Couples Massage paired with a chocolate body scrub. The spa is not affiliated with a hotel and takes reservations directly by phone or WhatsApp.

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Provisioning & Delivery $$

Rapido

Quepos

App-based restaurant and grocery delivery service covering Quepos, Manuel Antonio, Dominical, Hatillo, Uvita, Ojochal, and Tres Rios, delivering to hotels, Airbnbs, and homes. Orders and payment run through iOS and Android apps with card, Apple Pay, or PayPal, aimed partly at visitors who want to avoid a language barrier when ordering. Also recruits local restaurants as merchants and independent drivers across its coverage area.

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Real Estate Agent $$

RE/MAX Emerald Key

Quepos

RE/MAX franchise office based in Quepos, operating under the RE/MAX Bespoke Ocean brand and led by owner Jossie Koschny. The agency's team of associates lists homes, condos and land across Quepos, Parrita, Jaco and the wider Central Pacific coast.

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Shuttle & Airport Transfer $$

RIDE CR

Quepos

Costa Rica-wide shuttle and private transport operator, established in 2009 and based in La Fortuna, that runs daily shared and private shuttles connecting San Jose and SJO airport with Manuel Antonio and Quepos. Registered with ICT, ASOTRANSTUR, and COSEVI/MOPT, and books through a WhatsApp-based system. Drivers typically narrate points of interest and make rest stops along the route.

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Spa $$$

Sana Spa

Manuel Antonio

Day spa located at the gate of Hotel San Bada, next to Manuel Antonio National Park, offering massage, facials, body wraps, and scrubs to both hotel guests and outside visitors. Positioned as a stop after a day at the park.

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Photography & Video $$$

Sarah Murray Photography

Manuel Antonio

Fine art photographer based in Portasol on Costa Rica's Central Pacific coast, with roots in Massachusetts. She keeps two portfolios clients can follow: elopements and weddings, and Costa Rican wildlife and adventure work under her Sarah Lutke Wild project. Shooting since 2003, sessions run in English with coverage across Costa Rica.

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Insurance $$

Seguros Illiana Granados (Sucursal Quepos)

Quepos

INS-licensed insurance brokerage with a Quepos office opened in 2018, covering Manuel Antonio, Quepos, Jaco, and Parrita. Founded by broker Illiana Granados Gamboa (SUGESE license 16-1435) in 2005, the agency advises both Costa Rican and foreign clients on home, auto, health, and travel policies.

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Massage $$

Serenity Spa & Massages

Manuel Antonio

Mobile massage and spa service that travels to guests' accommodations in Manuel Antonio, offering Swedish, deep tissue, hot stone, prenatal, and Thai massage along with facials, body wraps, and manicure/pedicure add-ons. Founded in 2025, over 8 years combined experience per the therapists.

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Electrician $$

Servicio Técnico Electrónico y Eléctrico Quepos

Quepos

A Quepos-based technician offering general electrical and electronics repair, working house calls in the Quepos area. Services advertised include residential wiring and electronic equipment troubleshooting, booked directly by phone or WhatsApp.

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Spa $$$$

Shanti Spa

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.

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Spa $$$

Spa Day Manuel Antonio

Manuel Antonio

Mobile spa company that brings massages, facials, and body treatments directly to hotels and villas in Manuel Antonio and Quepos. Operating since 2021 and staffed by longtime local therapists, it packages spa days for couples, honeymoons, and groups as well as single treatments.

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Private Chef & Catering $$$

Spice of Life

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.

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Photography & Video $

Studio Dulces Capturas

Quepos

Photography studio based in downtown Quepos, in the Edificio Papalote across from the Escuela Republica de Corea. Covers family portraits, quinceaneras, and couple and wedding sessions both in studio and on location in Manuel Antonio, and brands itself as Quepos-born photographers serving the local community.

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Solar Installer $$$

Sunny Side Solar Solutions

Manuel Antonio

A solar installation company targeting the expat community in Costa Rica, designing residential and commercial grid-tied, off-grid and hybrid solar systems with battery storage. The company responded directly to a request for solar installers in Manuel Antonio in a local expat Facebook group and offers free quotes by phone or email.

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Florist $$

Sunset Flowers

Quepos

Floral design studio in Quepos run by sisters in law and business partners Isa and Karol, offering arrangements for destination weddings and other events. Customer reviews describe the shop as helpful with wedding planning and floral centerpieces at accessible prices. The business posts its work on Instagram and Facebook under the name Sunset Flowers.

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Internet & Starlink $$

Telcosur

Quepos

A wireless internet provider registered with SUTEL (Costa Rica's telecommunications regulator) that runs a dedicated service page for Quepos. It installs residential and business wireless internet connections, private wireless networks, backup internet links and IP telephony (VOIP).

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Spa $$$$

Terra Spa at Gaia Hotel

Manuel Antonio

Hotel spa at Gaia Hotel and Reserve, on the club house level at the top of Gaia Mountain, open daily to both hotel guests and outside visitors. Uses a locally made organic home-care product line alongside a full massage and facial menu.

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Salon & Barber $$

The Beauty Bar

Quepos

Holistic beauty parlor run by Louise Charlotte, a French nail and lash technician based in Naranjito, near downtown Quepos and about 20 minutes from Manuel Antonio's beaches. The business specializes in organic sugaring hair removal alongside a nail bar, eyelash extensions, and clay facials made with Costa Rican volcanic and blue clay. It operates out of the Muses Beauty River Spa location on Calle Londres.

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Private Chef & Catering $$$

The Costa Rica Chef

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.

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Private Chef & Catering $$$

The Private Chefs CR

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.

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Shuttle & Airport Transfer $$$

Tico Paradise

La Fortuna

Private shuttle and transport operator running from La Fortuna and Arenal to destinations across Costa Rica, including Monteverde, Tamarindo, Manuel Antonio, Jaco, San Jose (SJO) and Liberia (LIR) airports. Vans are air-conditioned with WiFi, bilingual drivers, and bottled water, and routes include one free stop hour.

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Private Driver $$$

TransKiko

Quepos

Quepos-based premium private transportation company running door to door transfers between San Jose, Quepos, Manuel Antonio, Arenal, Monteverde, and other Costa Rica destinations in air conditioned Hiace vans. Rated 4.9 on TripAdvisor across 23 reviews, with travelers citing bilingual drivers and a smooth, no shared stops experience. Books by route and passenger count directly through its website.

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Wedding Planner $$$$

Tropical Occasions

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.

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Shuttle & Airport Transfer $$

Tropical Tours Shuttles

Quepos

Family-owned minibus shuttle company based in Santa Teresa that runs daily shared shuttles and private minibus transportation between SJO airport and Manuel Antonio, a roughly 4.5 hour route through the Central Pacific. Shared departures run twice daily; private minibuses can be booked at a chosen time. Rated 4.5 on Google and 4.3 on TripAdvisor across hundreds of reviews for its network of routes.

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Car Rental $$

Vamos Rent-A-Car

Manuel Antonio

Costa Rican-owned national car rental chain that opened a Manuel Antonio area office to replace its former Dominical/Uvita location, also serving travelers using the Quepos La Managua airport. Frequently recommended alongside Adobe as one of the more trusted rental brands in local traveler forums. Offers 4x4 and standard vehicles with insurance packages built into quoted rates.

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Property Management $$$

VillasCR

Manuel Antonio

Vacation rental company managing luxury villas in Manuel Antonio and Matapalo, with names like Casa Colibri and Casa Pura Vista in its portfolio. VillasCR runs a personalized concierge and vacation planning service covering transportation, private chefs, tours and spa treatments.

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Massage $$

Vilma Massage

Quepos

Independent massage therapist Vilma has worked in Quepos since 2007, offering lymphatic massage, hot stone, deep tissue, couples massage, and treatment for sciatic and muscle contraction issues. She also provides facials, manicures, pedicures, and waxing using homemade products she formulates herself. Appointments are booked by phone, WhatsApp, or email.

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Salon & Barber $$

VIP Salón 21

Quepos

Beauty salon in Quepos offering hair cutting and coloring, skin care and facials, manicures and pedicures, and hair and makeup for events such as weddings and quinceaneras. Appointments are booked through WhatsApp, and the salon runs its own bilingual website listing each service line. It is independent from the Marina Pez Vela and Priscilla Miranda salons already in the directory.

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Event Venue $$$

Vista Ocean Suites

Manuel Antonio

Boutique hotel on Quepos Point Road with a rooftop penthouse event space overlooking Playa Espadilla, Playa Biesanz, Damas Island, and Marina Pez Vela. The penthouse sleeps 16 to 20 guests overnight and hosts events for 60 to 100 people, and the property is marketed specifically for weddings, corporate retreats, and family gatherings alongside its regular guest rooms. Owner Gustavo runs the property, which also operates the Terraza 77 restaurant on site.

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Private Chef & Catering $$$

Wow Chef Service

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.

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Provisioning & Delivery $

Z Express CR - Quepos

Quepos

Local courier and delivery service in Quepos that runs grocery orders for CADESUR supermarket and general errand deliveries by WhatsApp order, with a separate number for a San Isidro branch. Advertises itself directly to the Quepos community on Facebook and Instagram as a fast, trustworthy delivery option rather than a tourist-facing app. Useful for guests without a car who want a supermarket run without going through a national delivery app.

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