Private Events & Small Weddings in Manuel Antonio
Celebrate in the heart of the rainforest. Three beautiful settings, La POZA by the pool, the open-air deck and YOLO Social, each for up to 60 guests and all wrapped in ECOTICA’s warm hospitality.
Three places to celebrate
Each of our three places hosts up to 60 guests comfortably, with bathrooms, a bar right next to it, Wi-Fi and music:
- La POZA, by the pool. Our poolside restaurant is at its most beautiful at night: lights in the trees, the rainforest all around and the pool beside your table. Romantic and private, for a dinner for two or a celebration with your group.
- The open-air deck. In the middle of the rainforest, partly covered. Music can play until 10:00 pm.
- YOLO Social. Our bar and restaurant, with cocktails and live music every night. For a private party we can close YOLO Social to other guests.
You are welcome to bring your own DJ or band, photographer, planner or decorator, and your own cake. Tell us your date, your guest count and the kind of celebration you have in mind, and our team will put together a proposal.
Birthdays, dinners & gatherings
Every group is different, so we shape each event around yours. Celebrations we can host include:
- Birthdays, from a relaxed dinner to a party on the deck
- Group dinners for families, friends and teams
- Private dinners for a couple or a small table
- Engagement and anniversary gatherings
- Bachelorette weekends, with pool days, spa time and a dinner together
There are no fixed packages: we listen first, then suggest the space, food and timing that fit. For birthdays, anniversaries and other celebrations we can also arrange extras like room decoration, a cake, flowers or a private dinner setup.
See the details for bachelorette parties, birthday celebrations and marriage proposals and engagements. For honeymoons and anniversaries, see our romantic getaways page.
Say “I do” in the rainforest
For couples who want an intimate wedding, ECOTICA can host small ceremonies and receptions on the rainforest deck, with your closest people around you and rooms for guests steps away. The next day, everyone can recover by the pool or at Jungle Spa.
Share your date and guest list with us and we will tell you what is possible.
Stay, dine and unwind together
Turn the celebration into a getaway. ECOTICA has 17 rooms, from private bungalows and suites to the two-bedroom Grand Master Suite for up to 6 guests. Our restaurant La POZA serves breakfast, lunch and dinner from 6:00 am to 9:00 pm, YOLO Social keeps the evening going, and our concierge can arrange tours around Manuel Antonio.
OPEN-AIR DECK
Room for up to 60 guests in the middle of the rainforest.
FOOD & DRINKS
Breakfast, lunch and dinner from our restaurant, plus cocktails from the bar.
STAY & SPA
Bungalows, suites and Jungle Spa treatments for the whole group.
Private event questions
How many guests can the deck hold?
Our open-air rainforest deck is comfortable for up to 60 people.
Do you host weddings?
Yes, small weddings. ECOTICA suits intimate ceremonies and receptions. Send us your date and guest count and we will tell you what is possible.
Can we book a private or group dinner?
Yes. Tell us your group size and preferences and we will suggest a setting and menu. Our restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner from 6:00 am to 9:00 pm.
Do you have event packages or set prices?
Not at the moment. Every celebration is different, so we prepare a proposal once we know your date, group size and plans.
Can our guests stay at the hotel?
Yes. ECOTICA has 17 rooms, including private bungalows and suites, and a full takeover sleeps up to 45 guests. You can compare rooms here.
Can you host a bachelorette weekend?
We can. Combine rooms, pool time, spa treatments and a dinner together, and tell us what the group enjoys.
Tell us about your celebration
Send us the date, the number of guests and what you are celebrating. We will reply with ideas, availability and a proposal.
