Wide Mouth Frog

Room Types	Sun 27	Mon 28	Tue 29	Wed 30	Thu 31	Fri 01	Sat 02	Sun 03	Mon 04	Tue 05	Cost
Dorm											$13.60AUD
Double											$19.42AUD
Twin											$38.85AUD
Double (ens)											$29.14AUD

 

Address

125m East of Bus Station Quepos / Manuel Antonio, Quepos, Costa Rica

About Wide Mouth Frog

Even from the name ‘Wide Mouth Frog’ you can tell that this backpackers in Quepos, Manuel Antonio is going to be different. The imposing white wall and archway overlooked by large mature Christmas Palms and numerous banana plants makes it seem like the entrance to an old manor house or a classy hotel rather than a backpackers.

It calls itself a backpackers and does indeed have five brand new dorms, holding between five and twelve people each, along with a beautifully tiled shower block with hot water, but it is the cleanliness, atmosphere and facilities which make it stand out.

Sitting under the traditionally made sun umbrellas, watching the light from the reflection of the crystal clear pool (check out the wicked frog logo under water) dance across the palm and mango trees it is obvious why the owners (a Kiwi and Brit couple) believe they have created a paradise in central Quepos.

If the sharing with others in the $7 dorm room does not appeal fear not for the 6 private rooms ($20 for 2 people) are all newly decorated. There are also 8 Delux Privates ($30 for 2 people). These rooms are very large, with private bathroom, hot water, wardrobe, fan etc. You would then be able to cook in the outdoor kitchen, sit under the teak/bamboo rancho and listen to music whilst meeting other travellers, or relax in one of the hammocks and still enjoy the luxury of a private room.

Quepos had boomed in the last two years and is still expanding. The nightlife, bars, restaurants, supermarkets, local sodas, shops etc are all in Quepos and the fact that Manuel Antonio national park and stunning beach is only a 10 min & 25 cents bus journey away (with the buses running every half an hour all day) more and more people are now choosing to stay in Quepos to avoid paying the much higher prices of Manuel Antonio itself.

Situated only 125m east of the bus station in Quepos (head towards the football pitch or post office) and previously called Villas Mar y Sol, the new owners Maree and Crispy have done wonders to turn it into the Wide Mouth Frog or La Rana Bocona as it is becoming known locally. Things like the bohemian TV room with sofas, Arabian style drapes and soft ceiling, the hand made papier-mâché objet d’art, the obvious effort which has gone into their gardens (there are bananas, mangos, papayas, coconuts, pineapples, orchids, haleconias, pumpkin, bromeliads and tree ferns to name but a few) and the overall relaxed and friendly vibe you feel here all contribute to making this without a doubt the best value for money option for your stay in Quepos, Manuel Antonio.

Things To Do

Quepos/Manuel Antonio has an abundance of interesting things to do and see. It is home to Manuel Antonio national park which has some of the best beaches in Costa Rica. Local tours include Snorkeling, Dolphin Watching, Horse Riding, Sport Fishing, White Water Rafting, Quad Biking, Surf Lessons and Canopy Safari. The Wide Mouth Frog sells all tours at discounted prices.

Inside the WMF you can relax by the pool, watch a film in the TV room, rent a DVD for free from reception, sit in a hammock and listen to music, cook up a BBQ, play darts or borrow any of the games from reception.

How To get There

125m East of the bus station in Quepos. From the bus station walk past Banco Costa Rica towards the football pitch or post office and we are on your left.

Terms & Conditions

To stay here you must be respectful and considerate. Common sense is a great advantage!