Byblos Hotel Costa Rica

Welcome to Byblos Resort.

BYBLOS RESORT & CASINO is located on the central Pacific Coast of Costa Rica in Manuel Antonio. One of the oldest tourist destinations in Costa Rica , Manuel Antonio is easily accessible by air or land, and boasts one of the most beautiful coastal national parks in the country. World-famous fishing, beautiful beaches, spectacular wildlife, surfing and eco-touring are just a few of the many available activities in the area. Surrounded by the rain forest, at the top of the hill of Manuel Antonio, Byblos , a unique jungle resort offers truly amazing opportunities for adventure-sport travelers and relaxation seekers alike. The Byblos offers not only the opportunity of being in-the-jungle, but also beautiful ocean vies and easy access to some of Costa Rica 's most beautiful beaches.

Accommodations at the Byblos offer, with 7 bungalows and 10 Junior and Deluxe rooms and the luxury 5-bedroom house, "Casa Sarita". We focus on personalized service, adventure and a chance to relax in a jungle setting. Ample grounds allow you to experience Costa Rica 's biodiversity. See three species of monkeys, blue morph butterflies and many other exotic animals and birds. Two restaurants provide various international and local dishes. The Billfish Sport Bar & Grill and The Byblos Casino are open daily until 2:00am, or whenever the party ends! The Bistro serves great Italian-style pizza and other favorites in a beautiful and relaxed poolside setting. Our hotel staff, most of which are bi-lingual can assist you with suggestions and advice on travel to the area and booking excursions.

Wildlife and adventure mixed with tranquility and charm, is awaiting you at the Hotel Byblos.

Let us know how we can help you, in every phase of planning your trip.

LOCATION AND TRAVEL OPTIONS TO THE BYBLOS RESORT MANUEL ANTONIO
Manuel Antonio is located on the Central Pacific coast of Costa Rica . The coastline is considered among the most beautiful in the country. Long stretches of white sand beach, crystal blue waters and rainforest terraces complete this picturesque piece of paradise. Enjoy the average year-round water temperature of 82 degrees Fahrenheit. In Manuel Antonio you will experience why the Costa Rican salutation and motto is "Pura Vida", meaning "Pure Life". Full of restaurants, shops, night-life and nature activities, you'll never experience boredom. The area is world renown for local Sports fishing, nearby Surfing, Rainforest Eco-tours, Whitewater Rafting, jungle canopy tours and a host of other activities.

There are several ways to get from San Jose to Manuel Antonio:
Sansa Airlines: Flies from Juan Santamaria, San Jose 's International Airport , directly to Quepos. Flight time is 25 minutes. There are several daily flights which can be booked with us. It is a ten minute ride from the Quepos Airfield to the Byblos Resort. We are pleased to arrange pickup or drop-off service.
Private Shuttle Service: We can arrange for a private shuttle bus to pick up your group in San Jose and provide door-to-door service to the Byblos . Typically, the cost will be around $130 (total) each way for up to eight people plus luggage in a 12 passenger van.
Interbus: Interbus service from San Jose to the Hotel costs $39 each way. Interbus will provide direct shuttle service from the airport to Manuel Antonio. Once in Manuel Antonio, you may stop at many different hotels to drop off other passengers. Please contact us and we will be happy to book this for you. Driving: Roads are winding, steep and poorly lit and maintained, by American standards. From the San Jose International Airport , take the Pan-American Highway to Atenas. Exit at Atenas-Orotina sign and continue your drive over the scenic mountains past Orotina. Continue on past Jaco, Parrita and finally Quepos. Once in Quepos, turn left just past the tiny park, and drive another 2.5 miles (4 kilometers) on the curvy road to Manuel Antonio National Park . You will see the Hotel Byblos sign and parking on your left hand side. The total distance from the Juan Santamaria San Jose airport is 90 miles (150 kilometers) which will take around 3-3.5 hours depending on traffic and road conditions.
Nature Air: Flies from San Jose to Quepos, but does not fly out of the International Airport . . There are several daily flights which can be booked with us. It is a ten minute ride from the Quepos Airfield to the Byblos Resort. We are pleased to arrange pickup or drop-off service.