Issimo Suites (Adults Only)

From the moment we landed in Costa Rica, we felt embraced by the warmth of the land and its people. Our driver, Josue, safely transported us to Issimo Suites Boutique Hotel & Spa in Manuel Antonio. The three-hour drive from the airport was punctuated by delightful stops for empanadas, fresh coconut water, fruit, and a visit to "Crocodile Bridge." Upon our arrival at Issimo, we were greeted with champagne, as if the staff had been eagerly anticipating us. The check-in process was seamless, and we were invited to leave our bags while the concierge guided us through the hotel’s stunning grounds. We explored the restaurant, pool area, and the beautiful spa, designed like an intimate cave. Our spacious room was immaculate, featuring a jacuzzi, stand-up shower, balcony, and a bidet. Just outside our balcony, a curious capuchin monkey peeked at us as if to say, "Welcome," before darting away. Breakfast each morning was a delightful experience, thanks to the lovely Julia, our attentive server. She greeted us with a vibrant platter of fresh fruit as soon as we sat down, demonstrating her commitment to ensuring we had a wonderful start to our day. Julia was also happy to share her knowledge about Costa Rica. Dinner featured daily specials, and the staff welcomed personal requests based on available ingredients. Don’t miss the red snapper! Our evening server, Randal, took great pride in his work, always personable and well-informed about local hotspots to explore. After a week, we truly felt a connection with both Julia and Randal. Issimo is fortunate to have such dedicated team members. This charming hotel offers a peaceful retreat, perfect for those looking to escape the party scene of nearby Jaco. For us, coming from a bustling city, it was a perfect antidote to the chaos of daily life. Our stay celebrated my wife’s milestone birthday, and Issimo went above and beyond. The restaurant surprised us with a beautifully decorated table in the morning, and our evening included a private dinner on the deck overlooking the ocean. Our vacation was unforgettable, thanks to the incredible staff and our drivers. Costa Rica is filled with wonderful people, and we can’t wait to return!

This boutique style hotel was fabulous! The service was top notch. The views are the best I have ever seen and I have seen many. The entire place was immaculate including the pool. The food was so good. I can't recommend this place enough. We could see monkeys, toucans and other wildlife from our deck.

After 10 days in La Fortuna and Monte Verde, we ended our trip in Manuel, Antonio. Thankfully we chose to stay here. They only have around 14 suites and it is adult only. We had one of the honeymoon suites and it was a very large room with tons of space and plenty of places to sit and relax. You made read comments about the bathroom, not having a door, and we had some reservations about that as well. However, the room is so large that we really did have the needed privacy. An amazing view of the ocean and we were visited every day by the most amazing wildlife. We enjoyed breakfast every morning and felt like we became friends with our servers by the time we left. After a day out sightseeing, we would return and relax by the pool for a couple hours. Our waiter was always waiting with a perfectly made martini :-) This is the definition of a small boutique hotel. My wife and I’ve been fortunate to travel the world and we become more and more convinced that if you’re traveling as a couple, the smaller more intimate boutique hotels are the way to go. My wife had a massage and said it was absolutely fantastic! We ate dinner all night in the restaurant, and it was excellent as well. Also, I needed some laundry done and for a hotel it was very affordable and beautifully done the same day. I really can’t say enough about this hotel and we will definitely book here when we return next year.

We had the most amazing 5 nights here. Everything is incredible - the views, the service, the wildlife, the rooms, the pool, the food and the drinks. We didn’t want to leave! Thank you for such a brilliant end to our honeymoon to all the staff - and especially Julia, Randall and Heiner who looked after us so well!

Stayed at Issimo on a solo trip, the room exceeded expectations, the hotel was incredible! The staff was very personable and so helpful and attentive. I ate dinner at the hotel each night and Food was incredible. Location was perfect walking distance to the beach!

We had the absolute BEST experience at Issimo suites! Excellent hospitality, amazing food, pristine housekeeping, top notch communication. Me and my husband stayed here on our honeymoon and had the absolute best time. We cannot recommend this place enough and will recommend to family and friends. We saw monkeys, macaws and toucans right from our balcony! STAY HERE!

We had such an incredible time here, everyone was so helpful and kind. The service was impeccable and the food was so good! Highly recommend to stay here; very comfortable with beautiful views. Julia and Geiner were amazing in every way! Plus you get to see cute animals in the wild!

What a week! My husband and I recently got home from my 30th birthday trip to Costa Rica, where we stayed at the Issimo Suites Boutique Hotel and Spa. What an amazing stay with an amazing group of people who made our first time visiting the country SPECTACULAR! The staff went above and beyond with their level of hospitality even before we arrived. As if the room and view couldn't get any more beautiful, they coordinated with my husband to surprise me with our room decorated and set up with candles, rose petals, balloons, champagne, fresh fruit, and more. Our service throughout the stay was beyond wonderful. Every member of the staff, including the owner, took the time to talk and get to know us. We enjoyed our conversations with each one of them and felt so welcomed. Although every moment was great, one of the highlights of our stay was the food. Most of our favorite meals throughout the week came straight from the onsite restaurant, including a few specially made, local dishes for us to try. The location of this hotel is the best of both worlds, with equally breathtaking views of the ocean and the surrounding jungle. Our room was equally fantastic, especially with the private balcony where we could sit and enjoy the monkeys and birds only feet away. Our new friends at the Issimo exceeded all our expectations, making my birthday one I will never forget. Thank you to the entire team for all your kindness and hospitality—we cannot wait to return!

We had the best time at ISSIMO Suites Boutique & Spa! The view of the water and the jungle surrounding it was absolutely breathtaking! We saw two scarlet macaw parrots in the tree right in front of us and a few cutest monkeys. It’s like you are in the middle of the jungle with the best food and service ever! The food was phenomenal as well. I have food issues where I can not eat spicy food, not even garlic or onions and the waiter as well as chef gladly accommodated my request for a custom meal. It was so good, I had to ask for a recipe! I believe our waiter’s name was Gustavo and he was so courteous and friendly. We loved our experience at this place and I highly recommend it to other guests of Costa Rica.