
Manuel Antonio / Quepos → JW Marriott (Guanacaste)
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Direct, non-stop service from Manuel Antonio / Quepos to JW Marriott (Guanacaste), operated by a professional bilingual driver in a modern air-conditioned private vehicle.
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Travel notes: JW Marriott GuanacasteWhat to expect, the ride from Manuel Antonio, local tips and related routes
About JW Marriott Guanacaste
The JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort & Spa sits on Playa Mansita inside Hacienda Pinilla, with one of the largest pools in Central America, a beachfront spa, several restaurants and direct access to the hacienda's golf course, trails and beaches. It is the best-known luxury resort south of Tamarindo.
Most guests arrive on private transfers from Liberia Airport and use the resort as a base for day trips to Tamarindo, Avellanas and Rincón de la Vieja.
The ride from Manuel Antonio
From Liberia Airport the transfer takes about 1 hour 15 minutes on paved road via Belén and Villarreal, entering Hacienda Pinilla at the main gate and continuing 10 minutes to the resort lobby. Tamarindo is 15 to 20 minutes away.
Good to know before you arrive
- Ask the driver to stop at the Villarreal supermarket if you want snacks and drinks in your room.
- Resort restaurants require reservations in high season; Tamarindo has more choice.
- The resort is a common pickup point for tours; schedule day trips before booking to avoid gaps.
- Sunset at the beachfront bar is the daily ritual.
Related private shuttles
- Return trip: JW Marriott (Guanacaste) → Manuel Antonio / Queposfrom $400
- LIR - Liberia Int. Airport → JW Marriott (Guanacaste)from $135
- SJO - Juan Santamaria Int. Airport → JW Marriott (Guanacaste)from $340
- Manuel Antonio / Quepos → LIR - Liberia Int. Airportfrom $370
- Manuel Antonio / Quepos → SJO - Juan Santamaria Int. Airportfrom $215
- Manuel Antonio / Quepos → La Fortuna (Arenal)from $325
- Manuel Antonio / Quepos → Monteverde (Cloud Forest)from $305
- Manuel Antonio / Quepos → Conchal (Guanacaste)from $405
- Manuel Antonio / Quepos → Flamingo (Guanacaste)from $405
Questions about Manuel Antonio to JW Marriott GuanacasteDuration, price, meeting point, stops, child seats, delays and cancellations
- How long does the private shuttle from Manuel Antonio to JW Marriott Guanacaste take?
- About 6 hours 30 minutes door to door. That is a realistic figure for Costa Rican roads, not the fastest time a map app shows. The service is direct, with no other passengers, so there are no detours to drop anyone else off.
- How much does a private shuttle from Manuel Antonio to JW Marriott Guanacaste cost?
- $400 for 1 to 5 passengers, $440 for 6 to 9 passengers and $525 for 10 to 12 passengers, per vehicle. The price is per vehicle, not per person, and includes the driver, fuel, tolls and 13% VAT. There is nothing to pay at pickup.
- Where does the driver pick me up in Manuel Antonio?
- At the door of your hotel, villa or rental in Manuel Antonio, at the time you choose. Give us the property name or a map pin when you book and the driver comes to the entrance.
- Can we stop along the way from Manuel Antonio to JW Marriott Guanacaste?
- Yes. Short stops for food, a supermarket, an ATM or photos are part of the service. Longer detours, such as a waterfall or a second town, are quoted in advance so there are no surprises.
- Do you have child seats for the trip to JW Marriott Guanacaste?
- Yes, and they are free. Costa Rican law requires a car seat or booster for children under 12 or shorter than 1.45 m (4 ft 9 in), so tell us the ages when you book and the right seats are installed before pickup.
- Can I travel from Manuel Antonio to JW Marriott Guanacaste at night or very early?
- Yes. We run 24 hours a day, every day of the year, with no night surcharge. Early departures for morning flights and late arrivals are routine.
- What is the cancellation policy for this shuttle?
- Cancel more than 48 hours before pickup for a full refund minus the 13% tax. Within 48 hours the trip is non-refundable. Changes to date, time or address are free up to 48 hours before, subject to availability.