Costa Verde

What Costa Verde does

Hotel Costa Verde is a privately held, family-owned four-star boutique resort located adjacent to Manuel Antonio National Park in Costa Rica's Puntarenas province. Operating for over 25 years, the property offers 70 rooms across multiple categories, including signature repurposed aircraft fuselage suites (a Boeing 727, plus MD-80/MD-82 conversions and a Cockpit Cabana) that distinguish it from neighboring boutique hotels. Amenities include four restaurants, three pools, event and conference facilities, and a 20-acre protected forest reserve on-site. The resort serves leisure travelers, families, couples, and destination wedding parties, with an adults-only Costa Verde II segment added to address the couples and adults-only market.

Revenue is generated through four streams: room revenue, food and beverage sales across four dining venues, destination wedding and event packages, and ancillary services (tours, activities, and partnerships with airlines, shuttle operators, and tour operators). Distribution is driven by direct website, social media presence (Instagram, Facebook, TripAdvisor), and partnerships with inbound tourism operators. Ethical-tourism positioning is supported by a partnership with the Code of Conduct Group focused on child-protection policies.

The business is an asset-heavy, single-location hospitality operation. Its principal strengths are the differentiated fuselage product, irreplicable location adjacent to Manuel Antonio National Park, and diversified on-site revenue capture. Its principal constraints are dependence on tourism flows to one destination, no publicly disclosed financials, no geographic diversification, and no evidence of AI-enabled revenue management or distribution capabilities.

Name

Costa Verde

Legal name

Hotel Costa Verde

Website

https://costaverde.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Costa Verde is a family-owned four-star boutique resort in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica, offering 70 rooms, four restaurants, and signature aircraft-fuselage suites, serving leisure travelers, families, couples, and destination-wedding guests.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Boutique Eco-Resort Hospitality

NAICS

Traveler Accommodation (7211), Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111)

SIC

Hotels & Motels (7011), Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)

akta.pro primary industry

Resort-Area Full-Service Hotels (Non–All-Inclusive) (THAGAAAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Luxury Eco-Resorts (THAGACAK), Boutique Resorts (Small-Scale Resorts) (THAGADAJ)

Keywords

• Eco-resort hospitality
• Boutique hotel accommodation
• Wedding event venue
• Adventure tour packages
• Aircraft fuselage suites

Headquarters

HQ city

Quepos

HQ country

Costa Rica

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Room/Accommodation Rentals: The hotel generates primary revenue from renting 70 rooms, studios, bungalows, and unique accommodations (727 Fuselage Suite, Cockpit Cottage, Sky Loft, Casa Quinta, Casa Verdeville) built on jungle ridges and bluffs. Accommodations feature air conditioning, cable TV, WiFi, safe deposit boxes, hair dryers, refrigerators, coffee makers, kitchenettes, and private balconies with ocean views.
2. Food & Beverage: Four on-site restaurants generate significant revenue: El Avión (C-123 plane restaurant featuring Mexican dishes, seafood, and grilled selections), La Cantina BBQ (wood fire BBQ, live music, Latin/reggae entertainment), El Wagon (wood-fired pizza, hot dogs, burgers), and Anaconda (breakfast and lunch with Costa Rican and international cuisine). Two bars and one bakery also operate on property.
3. Wedding & Event Services: Full-service wedding planning including ceremony setup at multiple venues (Wedding Helipad, Beach, Grassy Knoll), reception at Wedding Pavilion or El Avión Restaurant, floral arrangements, catering, and coordination. Venues accommodate up to 250 guests for ceremonies and receptions.
4. Tours & Activities: Revenue from arranging tours and activities including canopy zip lines, catamaran tours, sport fishing, surf lessons, waterfall rappelling, horseback riding, ATV tours, sunset sails, sea kayaking, jet skiing, mangrove tours, parasailing, and access to the on-site Zip Coaster adventure ride.
5. Additional Services: Ancillary revenue from yoga classes ($15 per session), spa services, airport transfers, phone services, laundry services, gift shop sales, and boxed lunches for excursions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Costa Verde is a boutique eco-resort in Quepos/Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica, offering approximately 70 rooms and suites — including signature suites built into repurposed Boeing 727, MD-80, and MD-82 aircraft fuselages. The property provides on-site dining across multiple restaurants, hosts weddings and private events, and sells bundled adventure tours (canopy zip-line, whitewater rafting, sport fishing) for guests visiting nearby Manuel Antonio National Park.

Product overview

Hotel Costa Verde is a four-star resort hotel in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica, offering 70 rooms and diverse accommodations including standard rooms, studios, bungalows, and signature airplane fuselage conversions (Boeing 727 and McDonnell Douglas MD-82). The property features four restaurants (El Avion, La Cantina BBQ, El Wagon, Anaconda), destination wedding services across multiple venues (Wedding Helipad, beach, pavilion), adventure activities (zip coaster, canopy bike, tours), and wellness offerings (yoga). The hotel is adjacent to Manuel Antonio National Park and is known for unique sustainability practices and wildlife viewing opportunities. Room amenities include air conditioning, cable TV, Wi-Fi, safe deposit boxes, and private balconies with ocean or rainforest views.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• El Avion: Restaurant and pub built around a historic C-123 cargo plane, known for sunset views and casual dining with Mexican dishes and grilled seafood
• El Wagon
• La Cantina BBQ
• Anaconda Restaurant
• SkyLoft
• 727 Fuselage Home
• Cockpit Cottage
• Cockpit Cabana
• Casa Quinta
• Casa Verdeville
• Contras Pub
• Baguette Bakery & Cafe
• Costa Verde II

Products and services

• Hotel room and suite accommodations Lodging offering comprising approximately 70 rooms and suites, including the signature aircraft-fuselage suites, targeted at leisure travelers visiting the Manuel Antonio area.
• Aircraft-fuselage suites (Boeing 727, MD-80, MD-82) Premium suites constructed inside repurposed Boeing 727, MD-80, and MD-82 aircraft fuselages, marketed as a unique luxury accommodation experience.
• On-site dining (four restaurants) Multiple on-site restaurants and bar facilities offering full food and beverage service to resort guests and visitors.
• Destination wedding and event hosting Wedding ceremony, reception, and private event venue services, including guest lodging and on-site catering.
• Adventure tour packages (zip-line, whitewater rafting, sport fishing) Curated adventure excursion packages including canopy zip-lining, whitewater rafting, and sport fishing, sold to resort guests and external visitors.

Quantifiable outcome

• The hotel has hosted hundreds of destination weddings over its 25+ years of operation
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• tap-ia.comcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributortap-ia.com serves as the primary third-party booking platform for Costa Verde's tour and activity offerings. The platform allows guests to book various tours including catamaran excursions, Manuel Antonio National Park visits, sport fishing trips, and adventure activities. Tour operators using this platform include Manuel Antonio Adventure Park for canopy and zip line experiences.
• Interbus, Grayline, Costa Rica ShuttlesupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorShuttle bus transfer services recommended by the hotel for transportation from San Jose airport and various towns throughout Costa Rica. Tickets approximately $55 per person. These shuttle services complement the hotel's location accessibility for guests traveling from San Jose.
• Sansa Regional AirlinesupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDomestic airline operating approximately five flights daily between San Jose (Juan Santamaria International Airport) and Quepos. Flight cost $63 per person each way with approximately 25-minute flying time. Sansa provides essential air connectivity for guests accessing the hotel from San Jose.
• Nature AirsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDomestic airline operating about 5 flights daily from San Jose's commuter airport in Pavas (suburb of San Jose) to Quepos. Flight cost $63 with approximately 25-minute flying time. Provides an alternative air transport option for guests, complementing Sansa Regional Airline.
• Adobe Rent a CarsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCar rental agency recommended by the hotel for guests who prefer to drive. The hotel suggests getting a map from Adobe and having them outline the route. Driving from San Jose International Airport to the hotel is approximately 70 miles via the 'La Costanera' coastal road.
• Manuel Antonio Adventure ParksupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAdjacent adventure park offering motorized canopy bike experiences, located minutes from Costa Verde rooms. The Canopy Bike allows guests to glide effortlessly through the jungle canopy up to sixty feet above ground. This partnership enhances the hotel's adventure activity offerings.
• The Code of Conduct GroupsupportingOthersCosta Verde is a supporter of The Code of Conduct Group for the protection of children from sexual exploitation in travel and tourism. This commitment demonstrates the hotel's social responsibility standards for child protection in the tourism industry.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Lapa Rios Lodge: Boutique eco-lodge on the Osa Peninsula operating under strong sustainability practices. Comparable as a small-scale, nature-immersed luxury property in Costa Rica targeting eco-tourists.
• Nayara Gardens / Nayara Tented Camp: La Fortuna luxury resort with unique tented/canopy accommodations and strong sustainability credentials. Competes for the high-end experiential traveler who values distinctive architecture and rainforest immersion.
• The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal: Full-service Costa Rica resort with multiple pools, restaurants, and wedding venues. Comparable in scale, amenities breadth, and reliance on a signature natural attraction.
• La Mariposa Hotel: Manuel Antonio boutique hotel with ocean views, on-site dining, and wedding services. Targets the same couples and family segments with comparable 4-star positioning and park-adjacent location.
• Arenas del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Resort: Luxury beachfront resort in Manuel Antonio offering upscale rooms, multiple restaurants, and wedding venues on a similar rainforest-to-ocean footprint, competing head-to-head for high-end travelers and destination weddings.
• Tabac\u00f3n Thermal Resort & Spa: Costa Rica luxury eco-resort anchored by hot springs, multiple restaurants, and adventure activities. Competes for the same eco-conscious luxury traveler with a distinctive natural-feature value proposition.
• Parador Resort & Spa: Full-service resort in Quepos/Manuel Antonio with multiple pools, restaurants, and conference/wedding facilities. A direct competitor for group business and family vacations in the same micro-market.
• Hotel Si Como No: Boutique eco-resort in Manuel Antonio directly adjacent to the national park. Competes for the same couples, families, and wedding market with a similar sustainability narrative and mid-to-upscale positioning.

Broad incumbents

• Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo: International luxury flagship in Costa Rica competing for the highest-end couples, weddings, and eco-luxury travelers. A broader incumbent with global brand power and corporate backing that can outbid on group business.
• JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort & Spa: Large full-service Costa Rica resort with extensive wedding and group infrastructure. Represents the chain-scale competitive threat from corporate-backed brands with loyalty distribution.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/CostaVerdeHotel
• Instagraminstagram.com/hotelcostaverde
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/costa-verde

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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