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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 126050 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

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Manuel Antonio, CR-P
  • Place, Playa Espadilla
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Pará Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Biesanz Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Quepos

With a stay at this villa in Quepos (Manuel Antonio), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and Manuel Antonio Beach. .This villa is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Playa Espadilla and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Pará Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Playa Espadilla - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Playitas Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Brisas Wellness Center - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Pará Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Biesanz Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Avión Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Namaste - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Cerdo Feliz - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪El Patio de Café Milagro - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Burû - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Casa Cristal, Great Ocean Views, Walk to the Beach

Welcome to Casa Cristal, an enchanting luxury rental in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica. This hidden gem stands out as one of the finest estates in the region, offering an unparalleled experience of luxury and tranquility. Located in the prestigious 5-star district, Casa Cristal features breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and Manuel Antonio National Park, making it the perfect retreat for nature lovers and luxury seekers alike.



Spectacular Design and Stunning Interiors



Step into Casa Cristal and experience the harmonious blend of modern design and natural beauty. The floor-to-ceiling glass windows showcase panoramic views, allowing the beauty of Manuel Antonio to be enjoyed from every corner.



Spacious Open-Plan Living



The top level features a gourmet kitchen with granite countertops and custom-built teak cabinetry, ideal for preparing meals while enjoying ocean views. The open-concept living and dining area flow seamlessly to an expansive terrace accessible from the poo, that spans the entire length of the home, providing the perfect setting for outdoor relaxation and entertainment.



  • Spacious terrace with ocean views
  • Full guest bedroom and half-bathroom on the main level


Luxurious Bedrooms, Master Suite, Queens Apt!



On the lower levels, you'll find a master suite with soaring 15-foot ceilings and a luxury bathroom featuring a cantilevered jacuzzi tub nestled in the rainforest, surrounded by glass. Additional guest bedrooms offer ensuite bathrooms, and a cozy bunk area provides extra space for relaxation or reading.



From the Master bedroom terrace you can also access the "Queens Apt" with 2 queen beds 



full bathroom, mini fridge and coffee maker. With a private exit accessing the beach, just a 10minute walk down hill!



  • Master suite with jacuzzi tub and rainforest views
  • Additional guest bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms
  • Versatile bunk area for extra guests


Rooftop Bar and Infinity Pool



Ascend the elegant spiral staircase to the rooftop bar and grill, where you can enjoy a fully equipped space for cooking, dining, and entertaining. The private infinity pool with a tropical mosaic backdrop offers one of the largest pool experiences in Manuel Antonio, overlooking the Pacific Ocean.



  • Rooftop bar with grill, bar, and fridge
  • Infinity-edge pool with tropical views


Concierge Services for a Stress-Free Vacation



Our dedicated concierge, Alex will ensure that your vacation is stress-free and enjoyable. From the moment you check in, our concierge is available to assist with all your needs, including booking a personal chef, arranging adventure tours, or making reservations at the finest restaurants in Manuel Antonio. Whether you want to explore the area’s natural beauty or relax in the comfort of your private home, your concierge will ensure every detail is taken care of.



Prime Location in Manuel Antonio



Casa Cristal offers an unbeatable location, providing elevated, dramatic views of the Pacific Ocean while being just minutes from the beach. The sound of the crashing surf and the serenity of the rainforest create the perfect backdrop for your stay. Casa Cristal has been a private residence, but its location and stunning design make it an exceptional choice for a luxury vacation rental in Manuel Antonio.



Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned villa, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Conveniences include a safe and a microwave, and housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 7 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the sea

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 6,050 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 3101469433

Property is also known as

541473

Casa Cristal, Great Ocean Views, Walk to the Beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nick B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely beautiful. The host was great. The maids were amazing. Everything was awesome. In my opinion, this was one of the nicest houses I’ve stayed at in the 20 years. I’ve been coming to Manuel Antonio. You have the view and a five minute walk to the beach you cannot beat it.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brad B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ocean view from every room. Walked to National park and town. Hilly but worth the walks
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Marilyn G., Fonthill, Ontario, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Communication was mostly good. All bedrooms had a fantastic view so all guests had equal quality. It was great to have Rosie there everyday freshening up the bedrooms, the laundry and the towels. And our personal chef Angel was truly an Angel with his grandmothers recipes.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The view was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

Could not have been better!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly W.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim G., Arlington, Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness
The house indeed has absolutely incredible ocean views - the photos don't show the expanse of ocean in front of you. It also has everything, often two or three of them, needed to cook, grill, watch any tv channel across the globe, sunbathe, etc. There is a large kitchen, dining area, and living room, and all of the amenities are in tip top shape. It was just right for our two families of eight (total) people. Cleaning and laundry is done daily, thoroughly and unobtrusively by Rosie. We used chef Glenda and her sous chef son one night for a truly memorable meal from start to finish. Definitely recommend, far better than a night out at a restaurant and a wide range of menu options.Beach is a short walk down the hill and goes on for miles of beautiful sand, mild surf, and lots of areas to have a drink or rent surfboards. There are casual restaurants and shops a short walk up the hill and there are several food delivery services.The concierge, Alex, was terrific. He arranged excellent tours (ATV, ziplining, boats, surfing lessons, nature walks) dinner reservations, and airport shuttles and local transportation (far easier and cheaper than renting our own vehicles). Even the most trivial issue (a loose screw in the handle of a sliding door) was fixed within an hour. We went during an off season, so Alex will be an even more valuable resource to make arrangements ahead of time during a busier time of the year.We enjoyed Casa Cristal completely.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Costa Rica Vacation

Amazing house, great location with easy access to a more secluded beach, lots of food options, markets & souvenir stores within 5 min drive. The staff waa super friendly and helpful. Manager provided lots of information regarding where to eat and things to do near by that my group was interested in. Rosie kept the house cleaned daily and washed our clothes each day made me regret packing so many extra clothes just something to think about, save room in your bag for gifts to bring home. Highly recommend this place the view is one in a million you may also get some monkey visitors on the top deck.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Casa Cristal Exceeded Our Expectations

We spent a lovely four nights at Casa Cristal. The layout of the house was perfect for our extended family and the views are spectacular. Views of the ocean from every room. We enjoyed the infinity pool with swim up bar every afternoon and evening. We also enjoyed the monkey parade that showed up everyday on the terrace. So fun to watch. Alex was available at any time of the day to answer questions, make recommendations, and schedule tours. Rosie was also around daily to take care of the cleaning and laundry. We definitely would recommend and come back to Casa Cristal. Pura Vida!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Views, Better Than Expected

The house was immaculate, the view was unbelievable and Rosie, the housekeeper, was top notch! The wildlife is all around the house and our whole family loved it. We loved every minute of our stay and would recommend to absolutely everyone.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice location. Rosie was great but no English.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H., seminole

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay

Alex was awesome and so accommodating to our group. We had 3 families stay together. Location was very nice and a 10 minute walk to the beach. Rosie kept the house spotless. Our family has a great trip to Costa Rica and hope to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eugenia F.

Liked: Cleanliness
As with any listing, you always wonder if what you see in the photos will live up to the reality. This live up to the photos and then some! Beautiful location, amenities and extraordinary view! Alex was an excellent and attentive host, helping us coordinate chef services and activities. Every person we interacted with on the property was thoughtful and kind. Looking forward to visiting again!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

George C.

Liked: Cleanliness

great experience

The house was as gorgeous and luxurious as the pictures. Alex was responsive and Rosie was absolutely fantastic in keeping the place clean and meticulously doing all the laundry. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam K., Chapel Hill, NC

Liked: Cleanliness

Great view and location!

Multigenerational family trip from 6-80. House was wonderful! Amazing views, pool and nearby beach. Steep walk but both young and old made it. The house staff and host were excellent. Highly recommend a meal or 2 with Glenda and Angelo. Overall, great stay, service views, and meals (the scrambled eggs were amazing)
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sachin C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Our stay at Casa Cristal was absolutely amazing! The property itself is stunning immaculately clean, beautifully designed, and equipped with everything you need for a perfect getaway. The views are breathtaking, and the peaceful ambiance made our vacation truly relaxing.The hosts went above and beyond to ensure our comfort, providing great recommendations and making sure we had everything we needed. Their hospitality made our experience even more special.If you’re looking for a luxurious and serene retreat, Casa Cristal is the perfect choice. We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful view

The view from this property is amazing. The home is well kept. Rosie, our housekeeper, kept the home spotless everyday and even washed our clothes. We always had clean pool and beach towels. Alex, our host, was very helpful in arranging our tours and taxis. He even helped for groceries delivered to us the evening we arrived in order for us to have breakfast items the next morning. The home is in a very hilly area. It was too hilly for us to walk for groceries or restaurants. A taxi ride was generally ten to fifteen dollars. The pool is amazing and the views were spectacular. We would definitely recommend this home.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness

50th Anniversary Adventure with family

More than excellent. The facility, the view and location was outstanding. The house keeping service was great and the concierge services truly allowed us to enjoy an amazing experience. Memorable.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seth C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spectacular spot

Great location. Unbeatable view. Huge beautiful space. Daily maid service. Arranged for wonderful meals, prepared by an excellent chef who was extremely personable. Couldn’t have been nicer.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great vacation!

We just got back from Casa Cristal and are already thinking about going back. The house was as listed but the location was better than expected. Everything about it was beautiful. So much space to everyone. We didn't rent a car but walking to the beach and town was very convenient. The host, Alex, was very helpful in organizing the excursions we planned on doing and had transportation to and from activities. We hired a chef for a night and when we decided to add 3 more nights, he organized that as well. We went with our 2 sons and their girlfriends that are twentysomething and we all thought it was the best vacation ever. All of us want to go back and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise in Costa Rica

We sooo loved this house and area. Our family of 9 and three generations enjoyed the view, the pool, the house, the occasional visits of monkeys, sloth, iguanas, and birds Alex was a wonderful host and helped us before to plan tours, during by ordering transportation and ordering groceries, etc. and he lined up transportation from and to the airport in San Jose. He was the best! We loved Rosie the maid. We all wanted to take her home with us. She kept the home sparkling clean and even washed our clothes. The chef service was also a nice touch- Glenda prepared three delicious dinners including lobsters for a Thanksgiving feast. We loved everything about this home and the attentive staff. We all already miss Costa Rica and Casa Cristal- we will return!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Torie F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great views, gorgeous home, excellent location

We stayed as a family of six - grandparents, parents and teen/kids and very much enjoyed this property. The house is very beautiful and well appointed, with lots of living spaces to hang out inside and out. The views are spectacular and we saw many birds and monkeys from the balcony overlooking the ocean. Rosy, the housekeeper, does an excellent job keeping everything tidy and does laundry every day! Alex, the property manager, is very helpful and offers help with whatever you request. Would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig C., Norwalk

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect in every way!

The house is perfect, the views are perfect, Alex and his team were perfect! The house pics do not due the "views" justice, they are better IRL. The beach was fantastic (about a 10 min walk...a bit uphill on the way back). Alex set up several day trips and chef nights for us...extremely seamless! The area of Manuel Antonio was amazing. We will be coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loendry C., Fairview

Liked: Cleanliness

What a great place to stay

The house is truly amazing, but what makes this a must stop for your next travel is the attention and help you receive from the house manager, I will give the whole team a A++. Thank you for helping us make the best of our adventure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Unforgettable Vacation; Batteries Fully Recharged!

Our family recently stayed at Casa Cristal in Quepos, Manuel Antonio, marking our fourth visit to Costa Rica but our first with teenage children. Casa Cristal exceeded all our expectations, providing the perfect blend of luxury and comfort. The house itself is stunning, with well-appointed rooms and a beautiful pool that became a daily retreat for our family. The housekeeper and the entire property staff were incredibly kind and welcoming, ensuring that our stay was both comfortable and memorable. Their attention to detail and warm hospitality made us feel right at home. One of the highlights of our trip was hiring Chef Cristopher Mora Mora as our personal chef. Chef Cris and his crew were outstanding, creating delicious and beautifully presented meals that catered to our every need. His expertise and passion for cooking shone through in every dish, making each meal a culinary adventure. Having Chef Cris cook for us was undoubtedly the best decision we made for our vacation. The location of Casa Cristal is another significant advantage. Its proximity to the beach and town made exploring the area convenient and enjoyable. We spent our days enjoying the stunning beaches, exploring local shops, and immersing ourselves in the vibrant culture of Quepos. In summary, our stay at Casa Cristal was an unforgettable experience, filled with joy, relaxation, and wonderful memories. We highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a perfect vacation in Costa Rica. And if you tru
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024