Punta Uva · Costa Rica
Where to Stay in Manzanillo, Punta Uva
A small fishing village 6 km south of Punta Uva, inside the Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge. Known for its long, empty beach and Caribbean atmosphere.
✦ The vibe
Sleepy, authentic, with a real Caribbean community feel.
👤 Best for
Eco-tourists, snorkellers, hikers (the Sendero Punto Vargas trail starts here).
🏨 Where to stay
Simple guesthouses and a few mid-range lodges; $–$$.
🚇 Getting around
Taxi from Punta Uva (10 mins). Buses run a few times daily. Walkable village but you’ll need wheels to explore further.
📍 Nearby
Manzanillo Beach, the entrance to the Gandoca-Manzanillo Refuge.
Best hotels in Manzanillo
7 hotels ranked by how close they are to Manzanillo
Casa Haizea
3.0 km from Manzanillo
View intelligence briefing →Hotel Las Palmas
3.3 km from Manzanillo
View intelligence briefing →UTOPIA BEACH
3.5 km from Manzanillo
View intelligence briefing →Korrigan Lodge
3.5 km from Manzanillo
View intelligence briefing →Looney Grapes
4.0 km from Manzanillo
View intelligence briefing →Casitas de Punta Uva
4.4 km from Manzanillo
View intelligence briefing →Walaba Hostel
4.5 km from Manzanillo
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