Central Pacific Coast - Costa Rica - page 792

Best Western Hotel Kamuk HOTEL
( MAP GOOGLE MAP ; 2777-0379; www.kamuk.co.cr ; r incl breakfast from US$80-147;

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While the Best Western standard ensures professional service, the Hotel Kamuk is all
Costa Rican - from the bones of its historic building to the colonial decorative elements.
Rooms are on the small side but have all of the modern conveniences, as well as a pool
and open-air restaurant overlooking the waterfront. Check the internet for discounts.

Hotel Villa Romántica HOTEL
( MAP GOOGLE MAP ; 2777-0037; www.villaromantica.com ; s/d incl breakfast from US$77/111;

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A short walk southeast from the town center brings you to this peaceful garden oasis,
which is overflowing with verdant greens and tropical flowers; rooms are bright and open.
If you're looking for a compromise between the convenience of staying in Quepos and the
intimate proximity to nature found in Manuel Antonio, this is an excellent choice.

Eating

One benefit of staying in Quepos proper is the accessibility of a wide range of dining op-
portunities - from cheap local sodas to the best sushi on the central Pacific coast - all
within a short stroll. The mercado central (Central Market; MAP GOOGLE MAP ; hours
vary) is packed with produce vendors and good sodas too numerous to list, so follow your
nose and the locals. Self-caterers should also check out the farmers market ( MAP
GOOGLE MAP ; 4pm Fri-noon Sat) near the waterfront, where you can buy directly from
farmers, fisherfolk, bakers and other food producers.

Soda Come Bien CAFETERIA
( MAP GOOGLE MAP ; 2777-2550; mains US$3-6; 6am-5pm Mon-Sat, to 11am Sun)
The daily rotation of delicious cafeteria options might include fish in tomato sauce, olla de
carn e (beef soup with rice) or chicken soup, but everything is fresh, the ladies behind the
counter are friendly and the burly portions are a dream come true for hungry shoestringers.
Or, pick up a fresh empanada (savory turnover) before or after a long bus ride.