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El Capuchin: Ocean View Apt in B&B-style Villa w/ Huge Pool & Central Location

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A multi-story building with a pool, surrounded by lush greenery.
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a round table with a floral centerpiece, and a view of a lush landscape and ocean.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor pool
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Manuel Antonio, Puntarenas
  • Place, Zip Coaster
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Espadilla
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Biesanz Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest bedroom

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Guest bath

Toilet · Shower only

Master bath

Toilet · Shower only

Pool bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

El Capuchin: Ocean View Apt in B&B-style Villa w/ Huge Pool & Central Location

El Capuchin (aka White-Faced Monkey) is a 2-bedroom rental apartment and part of the Castillo de Amber villa. The entire villa is 4 levels, with the pool & BBQ area on the lowest level. El Capuchin (previously 'Jurate Suite') is on the second level down from the parking area, ideally situated between the entry and the pool area.

The apartment consists of 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, and sleeps 6 comfortably. The master bedroom is spacious, with a king bed, private bath, walk-in closet, ocean views and private balcony. The guest room has 2 single beds, a private bath, and ocean views. There is a complete, well-equipped kitchen with all major applainces, and also a great ocean-view covered balcony for dining. The pool is huge, with a decorative fountain, loungers, and pool area kitchen, complete with a BBQ grill.

The Castillo de Amber is very centrally located in Manuel Antonio, just a few minutes from the beach and national park. Nearby are numerous great restaurants, bars, shopping, and a bank. Included are: El Avion, Agua Azul, Barba Roja, Cafe Milagro, Emilio's and Lush. Public transportation passes nearby every 30 minutes for Quepos and the beach/national park.

The rental includes daily housekeeping, AC, wifi, cable, and concierge service.

There is also a 1-bedroom studio on the same level (El Perezoso) which can be included to the rental. Please inquire about last-minute discounts!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outdoors only.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 669270vb
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Quepos

Located near the beach, this apartment is in Manuel Antonio, a neighbourhood in Quepos. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and Manuel Antonio Beach. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring and hiking nearby.
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Manuel Antonio, Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • Zip Coaster - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Playa Espadilla - 4 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Mountain Top Park - 7 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Playitas Beach - 8 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Biesanz Beach - 9 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Avión Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Cerdo Feliz - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Le Papillon - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪El Patio de Café Milagro - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Drunken Monkey - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does El Capuchin: Ocean View Apt in B&B-style Villa w/ Huge Pool & Central Location have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at El Capuchin: ocean views, huge pool?

As of 9 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Capuchin: ocean views, huge pool on 8 Nov 2026 start from £219, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is El Capuchin: Ocean View Apt in B&B-style Villa w/ Huge Pool & Central Location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at El Capuchin: Ocean View Apt in B&B-style Villa w/ Huge Pool & Central Location?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at El Capuchin: Ocean View Apt in B&B-style Villa w/ Huge Pool & Central Location?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at El Capuchin: Ocean View Apt in B&B-style Villa w/ Huge Pool & Central Location?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is El Capuchin: Ocean View Apt in B&B-style Villa w/ Huge Pool & Central Location located?

Located in Manuel Antonio, this apartment building is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Zip Coaster and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Manuel Antonio Beach. Pará Beach and Mountain Top Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Costa Del Mar V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the location; we were steps away from all the shops and restaurants. We really enjoyed the view!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodee D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
El Capuchin was a perfect stay! We enjoyed the patio, ocean views, and the pool. It is walkable to many great restaurants. The beds were very comfortable. Clear instructions from the host. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda and Tony v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic view! Great location close to buses to the park and beach! Nearby great restaurants to walk to.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sat H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an amazing oasis in the hills on route to Manuel Antonio National Park. We loved the villa and the incredible views of the ocean and small offshore islands. The pool was amazing and very refreshing after a long day of exploring. The master bedroom is very romantic and the huge balcony provides a great spot for dinners, reading books or relaxing to the sounds of birds and monkeys. The kitchen is also very well stocked. We would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice rooms. Nice location. Very clean. Good parking. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jayne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, beautiful view. The kids loved the pool!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

R S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I couldnt have been more happy with this property. It is well maintained, the view is breathtaking, and the Master Bedroom is spacious. This place is top notch and very clean. I must also mention that the housekeeper does an amazing job from turndown service to all the little details. The concierge Vanessa is an amaxing resource to have as well. This place is the best!!!! I wish I could give it 6 stars!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Beautiful place. Room set up unique - kitchen/bedrooms separate - connected by outside covered porch/sitting area. No direct access to washer/dryer. A housekeeper will do your laundry for 6-10/load. Comfortable. Nice pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annette F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall an excellent stay at El Capuccin! The unit has a beautiful ocean view and the balcony was spacious with ample seating areas for relaxing. The overhead fans were very much appreciated!! The pool was perfect for a refreshing swim and there was enough shade to relax and read a book or have an afternoon nap!We were visited by capuccin and squirrel monkeys, 2 beautiful parrots spent early evenings in a tree just off the balcony, and howler monkeys were heard (but not seen)Restaurants and grocery shopping close by ( walking or by car) and a short drive to Manuel Antonio park.Beds were comfy, the unit was clean and well kept, staff we met were friendly and helpful.We would definitely recommend this rental!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing villa with a spectacular view of the Pacific Ocean

We enjoyed the classic charm and spacious veranda with only the music of the jungle around us. There are excellent restaurants within walking distance as well as a supermarket.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was absolutely adorable even better than the pictures. The layout was perfect for a family with teens, giving the older kids a little feeling of having their own space. We loved the spacious master suite. The beds were very comfortable and the A/C
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marty D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

El Capuchin

Great Location and the view was outstanding, loved the monkeys. The Villa and pool were very good and and well stocked, we would love to come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ROGER L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nicely laid out with great views of the lake. Tons of great restaurants nearby and close to Manuel Antonio NP. We had Capuchin Monkeys visit the pool area and saw a couple Mccaws in a tree in the direction of the lake. The pool was relaxing and there's a bar with 4 stools which face the ocean. We occupied the 3rd floor, which has separate entry doors from the patio area, which made it easy to navigate and allow others to sleep if necessary, while you enjoy the outside views. The parking lot of the Yolo Resturant, across he street from the road exit, offered a far better Capuchin and Howler Monkey experience than the NP itself. The road leading to the property was well guarded at night and we felt very safe.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolute dream. Extremely walkable around MA and easy drives everywhere else. Jasmin, Kent, Vanessa and Marvin (and of course, Seth the Sloth) were amazing hosts and incredibly helpful. We loved spending all hours on the balcony, in the pool, and when we needed space, the separated bedrooms were perfect. We’d stay here again in a heartbeat if we return to MA! Pura Vida!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Heath C.

WOW

The pictures of the property are exactly as advertised. The views are awesome. The locations is minutes from everywhere in Manuel Antonio. The owner went our of her may to make sure we felt like we were at home and even offered to grocery shop for us before arrival. I also rent vacation properties in FL and very picky about my vacation experiences. IT DOES NOT GET BETTER THAN THIS.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kasey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment was clean and comfortable. It is a very short drive to the national park and beach ( you can walk, but you are at the top of the hill! ) We were able to see “Seth” the sloth every day in his tree. The pool was clean, but definitely needs to be re-tiled or surfaced. We were in the El Capuchin, it is three separate living spaces (kitchen, large bedroom/bathroom/living room, and bedroom/bathroom) all connected by an outdoor patio with spectacular views. The patio has a lockable door to the outside which makes this nice for families with older kids or two families vacationing together. The rooms are very spacious, the main bedroom has a massive walk-in closet! Jasmine checked in with us each morning with clean towels and garbage bags. I highly recommend Restaurante El Cerdo Feliz. It is a short drive, , the food was excellent, the service was great and it was about 30% less than the touristy restaurants on the Main Street. Lots of great options all around. We also had very pleasant neighbors in the other units. We certainly recommend Castillo de Amber.
From the El Capuchin Balcony.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Good Things To Say

We were so excited about this trip and the stay in the Jurate Suite. Vanessa, the building concierge, contacted us pre-arrival with lots of helpful information, and helped us with transportation planning, grocery orders/delivery, and tour bookings. All was set! and then 12 hours before our flight to Costa Rica the unthinkable happened. My husband had a stroke, was in the hospital and couldn't travel. I had to cancel the trip. The property owners/management communicated with me right away, and were amazingly kind and supportive. So, I just wanted people to know that this was such an amazing experience, even in the face of a traumatic situation, and they handled it so well. This is an atypical review, in that we didn't actually get to stay in the Jurate Suite as planned. But I am looking forward to re-booking this vacation, staying at this property, and meeting these wonderful people in person so I can thank them. Mil gracias a todos!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

Peaceful Fun!

Loved our stay here. Close to the main road and stores, but far enough to enjoy the peace and quiet. Pool was awesome, balcony was awesome Monkeys were awesome View was amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lee ann d.

Paradise in Paradise

The house is amazing. The view is unbelievable. Bonus having housekeeping. The Capuchin monkeys visiting us on the balcony was over the top. Be aware the rooms on the middle level are separate connected by an outdoor hall,which we enjoyed feeling more outdoors. Very kind staff and well kept property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura M.

Only thing I was surprised by was the separation of all the rooms. Other than that is was very nice

Location and views are amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

julie s.

Beautiful view

The suite was very comfortable, view beautiful, well located close to several shops and dining options. The kitchen was quite warm however.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A wonderful vacation!

My partner and I stayed here in July and had a great time. The apartment is part of a larger villa with 4 apartments--but is small enough to feel like a B&B, and very private. The views are spectacular, and the pool area is ideal. We spent the majority of the time lounging around the pool (there's a fridge, bbq grill and sink there), listening to Manuel Obregon on the stereo--very relaxing!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Condo for Our Trip to CR

The entire experience with this rental was amazing and I would recommend this listing to anyone who is looking to travel to Manuel Antonio. First, Heather is truly an exceptional point of contact. She was very flexible with our arrival and departure time. She is quick to respond to email and it was easy to work with her on booking, arrival and departure. The unit itself is ideal for 2 couples which was our situation. Each couple had their own private room with full bathroom but there was also a common area by the master bedroom and a shared kitchen. We didn't utilize the common room much but the kitchen had all the utensils needed for cooking. We spent the majority of our time on the balcony which spans the length of the unit and has AMAZING views of the jungle, ocean and coast. We spent about an hour watching monkeys bound from tree to tree in the jungle below. The pool is clean and comfortable with an amazing view of the jungle below. When we weren't at the beach we were at the pool! There are plenty of small restaurants in the area and some are within walking distance. We had a rental car so we were just a couple minute drive away from the main beach as well as Manuel Antonio National Park. The town of Quepos is a few minutes away as well which has grocery stores, gas, etc. If you're going to stay here I'd recommend having a rental car for easy access to the surrounding areas. There was a house keeper than came each day we were there except for Sunday. She cleaned the units and did laundry which was a huge help. The only suggestion I had for this place was a BBQ for the pool area but while we were there Heather informed us that the BBQ would be purchased after we left. Adding a BBQ to the unit makes it the complete package as it already has powerful wifi. Amazing unit in an amazing part of the country. Would recommend it 10 times out of 10 for anyone looking for an ideal living space during their stay.
Verified

8/10 Good

Sara P.

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

About the host

Hosted by Kent Thompson - Manuel Antonio Rental Properties

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Manuel Antonio Rental Properties specializes in luxury vacation rental villas, condos and homes in beautiful Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica. All of our properties have ocean views and pools.

Why they chose this property

Great location, great views, great pool, great staff!

What makes this property unique

Castillo de Amber has a charming, B&B-style feel, with only 4 apartments in a grand setting. Surrounded by rainforest and wildlife (don't feed the monkeys!), it is a haven for nature lovers and explorers.

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English, Spanish

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