Gaia Hotel and Reserve - A Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica, luxury boutique beach 5 star hotel and resort member of "Small Luxury Hotels of the World". Imagine a tropical getaway that offers sublime luxury in a spectacularly exotic locale.. The Gaia Hotel achieves an ideal blend of modern amenities and natural scenery. Nestled in the magnificent coastal forests of Costa Rica, the hotel’s well-appointed, terraced suites and villas offer views of lush and pristine wild surroundings that are beyond compare. Gaia also offers more conveniences than the guest could need, including an on-site restaurant, spa, gym, and pool, plus the availability of a myriad of personal services. Gaia presents to the guest all that is desirable.

Gaia Hotel and Reserve - Located in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica, is an adults only luxury boutique beach 5 star hotel and resort and a member of "Small Luxury Hotels of the World". Imagine a tropical getaway that offers sublime luxury in a spectacularly exotic locale. This is Gaia. The Gaia Hotel achieves an ideal blend of modern amenities and natural scenery. Nestled in the magnificent coastal forests of Costa Rica, the hotel�s well-appointed, terraced suites and villas offer views of lush and pristine wild surroundings that are beyond compare. Gaia also offers more conveniences than the guest could need, including an on-site restaurant, room service 24/7, spa, gym, and pool, plus the availability of a myriad of personal services. Gaia presents to the guest all that is desirable in an eco-friendly environment.

The hotel sits on a vast tract of lowland coastal forest, teeming with spectacular and rare wildlife. Originally serving as the site of Jard�n Gaia, a center for native orchids conservation and endangered wildlife rehabilitation, today the land remains set aside as a refuge for these many precious species. It is here that the privileged guest may take in the sights and sounds of Costa Rica�s lush and exotic natural gifts. The Gaia Reserve is Costa Rica in its most pristine state. It is where native species thrive, their future secured by the commitment of the Gaia Hotel and Reserve project: to preserve this natural reserve for generations to come.

All accommodations feature cable television with entertainment centers, air conditioning, portable telephones and internet connectivity.

Bedroom Villa
A luxurious 2,000 square foot three level unit with two bathrooms, two bedrooms, and a living and dining room area for six. The special touches include top of the line king size bed with 500 thread count linens, three LCD flat screen TV units with cable, two home entertainment centers, Jacuzzi for four persons, two sofa beds, natural wood and stone floors, mini-bar, central air conditioning, internet connectivity, wireless telephones, a private bedroom terrace of over 150 square feet and a private rooftop terrace of over 500 square feet with "reflection" pool overlooking the Pacific Ocean and rain forest, as well as your personalized concierge service.

Gaia Suite
The Gaia Suite is located in the Clubhouse directly on top of the Gaia Mountain, affording closest proximity to the pool, restaurant, bar, spa, gym and business center. A luxurious 1,100 square foot unit comprised of 15 foot cathedral ceilings, a large bedroom, 1.5 bathrooms, living room & dining room for four persons, a beautiful private 12 foot by 18 foot "lunge" pool and enclosed garden, all overlooking the Pacific Ocean and the tropical rain forest. The special touches include top of the line king size bed with 500 thread count linens, two LCD flat screen TV units with cable, home entertainment centers, Jacuzzi for four persons, one sofa bed, natural wood and stone floors, mini-bar, central air conditioning, internet connectivity, wireless telephone, top of the line toiletries, as well as your personalized concierge service.

Deluxe Suite
A luxurious 700 square foot unit comprised of one bedroom, a bathroom, a living and dining room area for four persons, a beautiful balcony and 600 square foot private rooftop terrace with "reflection" pool, all overlooking the Pacific Ocean and the tropical rain forest. The special touches include top of the line king size bed with 500 thread count linens, an LCD flat screen TV unit with cable, home entertainment center, Jacuzzi for two persons, one sofa bed, natural wood and stone floors, mini-bar, central air conditioning, internet connectivity, wireless telephone, top of the line toiletries, as well as your personalized concierge service.

Suite
A luxurious 700 square foot unit comprised of one bedroom, a bathroom, a living room & dining room area for four persons, and a beautiful private balcony overlooking the Pacific Ocean and the tropical rain forest. The special touches include top of the line king size bed with 500 thread count linens, an LCD flat screen TV unit with cable, home entertainment center, Jacuzzi for two persons, one sofa bed, natural wood and stone floors, mini-bar, central air conditioning, internet connectivity, wireless telephone, top of the line toiletries, as well as your personalized concierge service.

Studio
A luxurious 350 square foot unit comprised of a bedroom, sitting area and bathroom. The special touches include top of the line king size bed with 500 thread count linens, an LCD flat screen TV unit with cable, home entertainment center, Jacuzzi, one sofa bed, natural wood and stone floors, mini-bar, central air conditioning, internet connectivity, wireless telephone, top of the line toiletries, shared patio with table and chairs overlooking the Pacific ocean and rain forest, as well as your personalized concierge service.

Business Center
For those that require business connectivity and meeting spaces, GAIA provides a private conference room with full access to the outside world. Fax, copier, scanner and internet services are included. Audio-visual equipment is also available. For individuals or groups that desire a serious work area in a more informal setting, outdoor computer work stations are available if you have a laptop. Full catering services are available for groups in either or both areas. Please advise your concierge at least 48 hours in advance.

Dinning
The dining experience at GAIA offers superb cuisine with a 360 degree panoramic vista of the Pacific coastline and surrounding rain forest. La Luna "La Luna" features dishes from a variety of menus including international, local and special dietary need selections. Sample specialties such as grilled local jumbo shrimp and polenta nestled on a bed of mixed greens with shaved parmesan & mango-pineapple chutney served with dressing of your choice and warm Cuban bread; "El Plato Tipico" could consist of thin-shaved slices of local-grown roasted beef, rice and beans, picadillo (saut�ed mixed vegetables) and our delicious homemade Tico bread; a low-carbohydrate dish could consist of low fat cut of meat prepared with natural spices and a vegetable souffl� topped off with carb and fat-free pudding for dessert. La Luna also provides our Late Night Menu encompassing our 24/7 dining experience. The Amber Lounge "The Amber Lounge"offers a succulent array of tapas including Patatas Bravas, Ceviche in Cucumber Cups and many others. All breakfasts are included in your room rate with your choice of setting, in the privacy of your room or in La Luna Restaurant.

Gym, Spa, Pool
The gym provides the latest exercise equipment at your disposal. Yoga and a variety of exercise classes are offered. Appointments with a personal trainer to personalize your workout can be arranged. The Terra Spa at Gaia entices you with a vast array of personal or couples treatments, offering luxurious details found only in the best spas of the world, all while overlooking the surrounding green rain forest. Dry sauna, steam bath with mud-pack room, facial treatments, Vichy Rain Shower, dermatological clinic and our beauty salon are only a few of the highlights at Terra, offering a level of privacy meant to impress even the most well-heeled traveler. Terra Spa guarantees the ultimate in relaxation for your mind, body and spirit.

The pool area
includes two pools at different levels, connected via a cascading waterfall. Also included in the pool area is a whirlpool, a snack bar, a bar and table dining in the water. The entire pool area offers breathtaking views of the Manuel Antonio area, the volcanic mountain range and the Pacific coastline.

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