Gaia Hotel & Reserve
Gaia Hotel & Reserve is an exclusive boutique resort poised on the steep forested slopes of the magnificent Gaia Mountain, midway between Manuel Antonio and Quepos.
The sleek brushed steel and frosted glass exterior of this adult only hotel houses 20 equally chic studios and suites, including one lavish villa. All accommodation is well appointed and adorned with contemporary art, tropical wood flooring and furnishings, a king-size platform bed, and comfortable wicker sofas and armchairs. Each stylish slate bathroom comprises two vanity sinks and a combined bath tub/shower facility. In studio accommodation the bathroom stretches the length of the bedroom, concealed behind enormous glass-panelled sliding doors. Superior suites (excluding the jungle view option), and the two bedroom villa, also benefit from a lounge and dining area with access to a private plunge pool and rooftop terrace, affording picturesque views across the rainforest canopy and out toward the Pacific Ocean. All guests receive 24 hour room service including a personal concierge.
‘La Luna Restaurant’ serves a delicious variety of international cuisine and local specialities accompanied by an extensive wine list. A late night menu is also available to avoid any dining restrictions. In addition,’ The Ambar Lounge’ offers tapas and cocktails.
A cascading waterfall connects the multi-tiered infinity pool, bordered by a wooden sundeck with lounges and a Jacuzzi. The hotels fully equipped gym and fitness centre will certainly impress fitness buffs, while Terra Spa ensures guests experience ultimate relaxation with a superb array of treatments and therapies including the Vichy Rain Shower.
Gaia Hotel & Reserve also encompasses an extensive lowland coastal forest, offering refuge to a myriad of exotic wildlife species. Furthermore, the resort operates a sustainable tourism programme in the interest of the local community and to strengthen and preserve surrounding eco-systems.