With some awesome road trip options in the surrounding area, renting a car makes good sense. Without one, it’d be much more difficult to enjoy all that Quepos, 16 miles away, has to offer. Manuel Antonio National Park, Manuel Antonio Beach and Playa La Macha alone justify the drive. Don’t forget about Jaco either! Just 20 miles away, Jaco Beach, Herradura Beach and Rainforest Adventures Costa Rica Pacific Park are essential stops here.