Gaia Hotel & Reserve
Resort · Manuel Antonio Quepos–Manuel Antonio road
Luxurious adults-only boutique hotel in its own rainforest reserve with terraced pools and a spa. The scene around Café Milagro and the main road is a short drive away.
- ★ 4.6 on Google (599)
- Luxury
- Adults only
- Spa
- Address
- Carretera Quepos–Manuel Antonio, km 2.7
60601 Manuel Antonio - Location
- Road to Manuel Antonio; bars on the main road about 5 minutes by taxi
- Price range
- Luxury, from about €350 per night
- Rooms
- about 20 suites and villas
- Crowd
- mixed
What makes the resort stand out
Purple Roofs and Queer in the World list Gaia as gay-owned. GayOut lists it as LGBTQ+-friendly and gay-popular with a score of 94/100. It combines luxury service with its own nature reserve and a concierge.
Rooms and amenities
Modern suites, a three-tier infinity pool, spa and restaurant. Most reviews praise the staff and grounds; a few guests report dated rooms, insects and views that don’t match the photos.
A good fit if you …
- are looking for luxury without children
- want to combine nature and a spa
Not ideal if you …
- need to watch your budget
Contact
Editorially researched, as of October 2026. Sources: Purple Roofs (gay-owned), Queer in the World (Best gay resorts in Costa Rica), GayOut (Google reviews: 4.6 stars, 599 reviews). Prices and amenities may change, please check before booking.
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