Máximo Nivel Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
- Free Tandem Conversation Program
- Outdoor classes surrounded by nature.
- Amazing location amidst the rainforest and white sandy beaches.
- Small class sizes
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Nationality mix could be more balanced. 45% of students are from USA
Venue: Maximo Nivel’s Rainforest-Beach Institute in Manuel Antonio – Quepos is located in a two-story, open-air building in the heart of town. Just 2 blocks from the Quepos bus station, it offers easy access to Manuel Antonio Beach, the National Park, and nearby beaches like Dominical, Jaco, Herradura, and Hermosa. The campus is half a block from the lively Quepos Boardwalk (‘Malecón’) and market, and only a 7-minute walk from the marina. The area is very walkable with plenty of restaurants and coffee shops. Participants live, work, and study amidst local culture and the vibrant beach town atmosphere.
The campus includes 10 classrooms, 3 studio apartments, a swimming pool, snack bar, and on-site travel office, with free WiFi available throughout.
Embodying the Costa Rican pura vida lifestyle, Maximo Nivel’s campus is a great social hub where participants can relax, socialize, and sunbathe. The common areas, featuring a breezy, beachy vibe, include both indoor and outdoor spaces, with some air-conditioned areas.
Course selection: In addition to General Spanish courses, taught over various schedules and intensities and available to students of all levels, Maximo Nivel Manuel Antonio also supplies several choices of combination programmes of Spanish plus activities. Specific subjects include TEFL Teaching Certification, Scuba Certification, Surf School, internships, volunteer work, and much more! There are also fully immersive junior programmes available during the summer for students aged 13-17 years. Medical Spanish and Business Spanish are also readily available all year round.
Social and cultural: The area is ripe with beaches, commercial shopping, a vibrant night-life and coastal rainforest. Many activities and excursions are available in the area, many of which the school is happy to help students arrange.
School facilities: Máximo Nivel Manuel Antonio is housed in a two-storey building with a swimming pool and various on-site social areas. Facilities include indoor and outdoor social spaces, a snack bar, an on-site travel office, and free Wi-Fi.
Spanish Courses
Spanish Program - Group 20
20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$470$447 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 470 447 | 940 893 | 1,410 1,340 | 1,830 1,739 | 2,260 2,147 | 2,690 2,556 | 3,120 2,964 | 3,550 3,373 | 3,980 3,781 | 4,410 4,190 | 5,270 5,007 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Spanish Program - Group 1010 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$235$224 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 235 224 | 470 447 | 705 670 | 915 870 | 1,130 1,074 | 1,345 1,278 | 1,560 1,482 | 1,775 1,687 | 1,990 1,891 | 2,205 2,095 | 2,635 2,504 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Spanish Program - Combo (20 group + 10 individual)30 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$795$756 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 795 756 | 1,590 1,511 | 2,385 2,266 | 2,995 2,846 | 3,690 3,506 | 4,385 4,166 | 5,080 4,826 | 5,775 5,487 | 6,470 6,147 | 7,165 6,807 | 8,555 8,128 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
- General course schedule
- 6 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Spanish Program + Mini Adventure20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$739$721 / week Includes accommodationMore
| Weeks | 2 | 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 1,515 1,478 | 2,955 2,882 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
This course includes 4 hours of Spanish classes each day followed by a 1-week adventure and cultural tour to Manuel Antonio National Park, Rainmaker tour, canopy zip line, white water rafting, Nauyaca Waterfall hike and Trimaran sunset sails tour.
- Course price includes accommodation
- Homestay, Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00 - Possible course durations
- 2, 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 17 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Junior Spanish Camp (13 to 17 years old)15 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Offer!from$2,395$2,336 / week Includes accommodationMore
| Weeks | 1 | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 2,395 2,336 | 4,790 4,671 |
It includes tours and social activities, camp T-shirt, books and materials, free salsa and cooking classes, access to WiFi and computer lounge, and certificate.
- Course price includes accommodation
- Homestay, Double room, Breakfast, lunch & dinnerInterested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
- Price includes
- Supervision 24/7, Airport transfer (return trip)
- General course schedule
- 3 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 13 years
- Age range:
- 13 - 17 years
Students per class- Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
Lesson duration- 55 min
Private Lessons 1010 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$470$447 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 470 447 | 940 893 | 1,410 1,340 | 1,830 1,739 | 2,260 2,147 | 2,690 2,556 | 3,120 2,964 | 3,550 3,373 | 3,980 3,781 | 4,410 4,190 | 5,270 5,007 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Private Lessons 2020 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$795$756 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 795 756 | 1,590 1,511 | 2,385 2,266 | 2,995 2,846 | 3,690 3,506 | 4,385 4,166 | 5,080 4,826 | 5,775 5,487 | 6,470 6,147 | 7,165 6,807 | 8,555 8,128 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 17 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Private Lessons 55 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$235$224 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 235 224 | 470 447 | 705 670 | 915 870 | 1,130 1,074 | 1,345 1,278 | 1,560 1,482 | 1,775 1,687 | 1,990 1,891 | 2,025 1,924 | 2,635 2,504 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
- General course schedule
- 1 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 17 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Spanish Program + Internship5 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$574$560 / week Includes accommodationMore
| Weeks | 4 | 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 2,295 2,238 | 3,295 3,213 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Additional week: USD 295.
- Course price includes accommodation
- Homestay, Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
- General course schedule
- 1 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00 - Possible course durations
- 4, 8 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Spanish Program + Volunteer Program20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$599$585 / week Includes accommodationMore
| Weeks | 4 | 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 2,395 2,336 | 4,136 4,033 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
This option provides 2 weeks of Spanish plus 2 weeks of volunteering OR 4 weeks of Spanish plus 4 weeks of volunteering. It includes airport pickup, orientation and project management.
- Course price includes accommodation
- Homestay, Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00 - Possible course durations
- 4, 8 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 17 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Business Spanish Program10 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$458$436 / week More
| Weeks | 2 | 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 940 893 | 1,830 1,739 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
This course focuses on building business vocabulary and developing speaking, writing, and presentation skills in Spanish within various business contexts and is designed to expand the student’s vocabulary and proficiency in Spanish for business. The course also examines topics on business protocol and etiquette in Latin America and Spain.
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00 - Possible course durations
- 2, 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Medical Spanish Program10 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$458$436 / week More
| Weeks | 2 | 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 940 893 | 1,830 1,739 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
This course focuses on building medical vocabulary and developing speaking, writing, and presentation skills in Spanish within the context of healthcare and medicine. This includes role-play scenarios, research, vocabulary acquisition and when possible, guest speakers and visits to local clinics or hospitals.
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00 - Possible course durations
- 2, 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Hybrid TEFL Teaching Certification
20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Offer!from$299$285 / week More

| Weeks | 4 | 8 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 1,195 1,136 | 2,390 2,271 | 3,585 3,406 |
- Starting dates
- 2026: 11 May 2026, 08 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 09 Nov 2026, 07 Dec 2026
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00 - Possible course durations
- 4, 8, 12 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Online TEFL Certification
20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts dailyOffer!from$445$423 / week More

| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 445 423 | 890 846 | 1,335 1,269 | 1,780 1,691 |
- Starting dates
- Every Day
Spanish Program + TEFL Teaching Certification
20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Offer!from$661$645 / week Includes accommodationMore

| Weeks | 6 | 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 3,965 3,866 | 5,345 5,212 |
This course includes 4 hours of Spanish classes each day followed by a 4-week, 150-hour internationally-recognised TEFL Certification programme.
- Course price includes accommodation
- Homestay, Single room, No meals
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00 - Possible course durations
- 6, 8 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
TEFL Teaching Certification
20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Offer!from$399$380 / week More

| Weeks | 4 |
|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 1,595 1,516 |
- Starting dates
- 2026: 25 May 2026, 22 Jun 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 24 Aug 2026, 21 Sep 2026, 26 Oct 2026, 23 Nov 2026
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00 - Possible course durations
- 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Spanish Program + Scuba Certification20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$776$757 / week Includes accommodationMore
| Weeks | 2 | 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 1,665 1,624 | 3,105 3,028 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
This course includes 4 hours of Spanish classes each day followed by a 1-week PADI scuba diving certification course. The price includes airport pick-up in San Jose as well as transportation to and from San Jose or Manuel Antonio.
- Course price includes accommodation
- Homestay, Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00 - Possible course durations
- 2, 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 17 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Spanish Program + Surf School20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$689$672 / week Includes accommodationMore
| Weeks | 2 | 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 1,315 1,283 | 2,755 2,687 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
This course includes 4 hours of Spanish classes each day followed by a 1-week surf school course. The price includes airport pick-up in San Jose as well as transportation to and from San Jose or Manuel Antonio.
- Course price includes accommodation
- Homestay, Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 13:00
Afternoon: 14:00 - 18:00 - Possible course durations
- 2, 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 17 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Our prices for Máximo Nivel include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Free airport pickup for all junior courses (both ways)
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED For junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
Student opinions about Máximo Nivel, Manuel Antonio
Máximo Nivel, Manuel Antonio
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Máximo Nivel
“We can't wait for you to experience the "Pura Vida" lifestyle of Costa Rica, we will take care of you from the moment you arrive in Costa Rica!”
- Spanish teacher qualifications
- 100% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 35% male / 65% female
- Offer for returning students
- When you book here, you will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you have already attended a course previously at Máximo Nivel.
- Year of school foundation
- 2001
General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Snack vending machine
Cafeteria
Computer lab
Free after-class access to language learning software
Lounge
Garden
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Outdoor swimming pool
Free parking
Free WIFI
Free coffee
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Assistance with organizing transportation
Babysitter (paid)
Facilities for islamic students
Homestay option that can prepare halal food
Homestay option for female islamic students where no men are living in household and that prepare halal food
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Air conditioning in some classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 9
- Number of public PC workstations: 2
Facilities for disabled students
Disabled car park
Wheelchair access to classroom
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to reception
Wheelchair access to cafeteria
Student Age / Nationality
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| USA | 45% |
| Germany | 10% |
| Switzerland | 5% |
| England | 5% |
| France | 5% |
| Netherlands | 5% |
| Spain | 5% |
| Japan | 5% |
| Other nationalities | 15% |
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 10% |
| 18-24 years | 30% |
| 25-34 years | 45% |
| 35-50 years | 10% |
| >50 years | 5% |
- Average number of students
- Adult courses - In summer: 30Adult courses - Throughout the year: 15Junior courses - In summer: 10Junior courses - Throughout the year: 10
- Minimum age of students
- 16 years13 years for specific Junior courses
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 10Adult courses Throughout the year: 10Junior courses In summer: 10Junior courses Throughout the year: 10
- Average age of students
- In summer: 25 yearsThroughout the year: 28 years
Information for all courses offered by Máximo Nivel
- Lesson duration
- 55 minutes
- Course material
- Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
- Comments about courses
Spanish Programs also include:
— Airport pick-up
— Safety orientation
— Walking tour
— Tandem Conversation Program (Language Exchange).
Programs include:
– Orientation, walking tour, and safety presentation
– Official Spanish Certificate
– Letter of recommendation
– Open 7 days a week—Great home base facilities!
– Emergency contact 24/7
– Free office-wide WiFi
– Free onsite computer lounge
– Free salsa dance classes
– Free cooking classes
– Free Spanish language tutoring table
– Free Tandem Conversation Program
– Free coffee and tea at the on-site snack bar- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 02 Apr 2026 - 05 Apr 2026, 11 Apr 2026, 01 May 2026, 25 Jul 2026, 02 Aug 2026, 15 Aug 2026, 31 Aug 2026, 15 Sep 2026, 01 Dec 2026, 24 Dec 2026, 25 Dec 2026, 31 Dec 2026.In 2027 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2027, 02 Apr 2027 - 05 Apr 2027, 11 Apr 2027, 01 May 2027, 25 Jul 2027, 02 Aug 2027, 15 Aug 2027, 31 Aug 2027, 15 Sep 2027, 01 Dec 2027, 24 Dec 2027, 25 Dec 2027, 31 Dec 2027.If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools. - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- — Weekly salsa classes
— Weekly cooking classes
— Spanish Tutoring Table
— Tandem Conversation Exchange
— Weekly reflection workshop
— Cultural lectures and shows
Adults - Paid activities
- Various tours and trips:
— Jungle Night Tour - USD 62.
— Manuel Antonio Chocolate Tour - USD 62.
— RainMaker & Canopy Bridge Tour - USD 112.
— Manuel Antonio National Park - USD 67. Junior - Free activities
- — Weekly salsa classes
— Weekly cooking classes
— Spanish Tutoring Table
— Tandem Conversation Exchange
— Weekly reflection workshop
— Cultural lectures and shows Junior - Paid activities
- Various tours and trips:
— Jungle Night Tour - USD 62.
— Manuel Antonio Chocolate Tour - USD 62.
— RainMaker & Canopy Bridge Tour - USD 112.
— Manuel Antonio National Park - USD 67. - Video about leisure activities at Máximo Nivel Manuel Antonio
Accommodation
Hostel
In high demand!
Shared room (multiple beds), Breakfast
Shared bathroom
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$240/ week Show more
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| Price in $ | 240 | 520 | 800 | 1080 | 1360 | 1640 | 1920 | 2200 | 2760 | 3320 | 280 |
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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
A 50% non-refundable deposit is required for hostel accommodation. Shared rooms are dorms for 10 people.
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- $35 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Shared room (multiple beds)
- Average distance from school
- 10 minutes walking.
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Maximum age of students
- 99
Homestay
1 rating Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
$250/ week Show more
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| Price in $ |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Saturday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- $42 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast & 1 meal.
- Minimum age of students
- 16
- Maximum age of students
- 99
Homestay
1 rating Triple room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
$200/ week Show more
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| Price in $ |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
This option offers a room that accommodates 2-3 people.
- Check-in
- Saturday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- $34 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Triple room
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast & 1 meal.
- Minimum age of students
- 16
- Maximum age of students
- 99
Private Apartment Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
from
$199/ week Show more
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| Price in $ | -- | -- | -- | 795 | 993.75 | 1192.5 | 1391.25 | 1590 | 1987.5 | 2385 | 198.75 |
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| Price in $ |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per room
The school works with providers of private apartment accommodation in convenient locations for students around Manuel Antonio. While many of their apartments can differ from the next, the school only selects accommodations that provide residents with comfortable and well-equipped living spaces that include a kitchen, internet access, and single bedrooms that allow tenants to have the space and privacy to rest and study in peace.
Students will find multiple public transport options near each of these apartments, making it easy to get to your daily language classes.
- Check-in
- Saturday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 15 minutes by public transport.
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Maximum age of students
- 99
Student Residence Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
$345/ week Show more
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| Price in $ | 345 | 690 | 1035 | 1310 | 1640 | 1970 | 2300 | 2630 | 3290 | 3950 | 330 |
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| Price in $ |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Saturday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- $58 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Average distance from school
- 10 minutes by public transport.
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast & 1 meal.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Maximum age of students
- 26
Student Residence Triple room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
from
$265/ week Show more
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| Price in $ | 265 | 530 | 795 | 1005 | 1260 | 1515 | 1770 | 2025 | 2535 | 3045 | 255 |
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| Price in $ |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Saturday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- $45 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Triple room
- Average distance from school
- 10 minutes by public transport.
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast & 1 meal.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Maximum age of students
- 26
Hostel Single room, Breakfast
Shared bathroom
from
$390/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in $ | 390 | 845 | 1300 | 1755 | 2210 | 2665 | 3120 | 3575 | 4485 | 5395 | 455 |
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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
A 50% non-refundable deposit is required for hostel accommodation.
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- $60 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Average distance from school
- 10 minutes walking.
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Maximum age of students
- 99
Hotel Single room, Breakfast
Private bathroom
from
$690/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in $ | 690 | 1495 | 2300 | 3105 | 3910 | 4715 | 5520 | 6325 | 7935 | 9545 | 805 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in $ |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
A 50% non-refundable deposit is required for hotel accommodation.
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- $95 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 5 minutes walking.
- Includes
- TV, Daily cleaning, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Maximum age of students
- 99
Questions and answers about Máximo Nivel
Is it easy to purchase a SIM card on arrival in Costa Rica?
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Is there an ONLINE test before the course starts?
What time are the lessons? Can I choose the time in advance? What time do you recommend?
Both timetables have their advantages. Those who are in class in the morning have the afternoon free, for example for the beach. Note that many activities and tours in Costa Rica start early in the morning when it gets light. At this time, the animal world is very active. In the afternoon it is optimal in the shady school and you have enjoyed the morning. The school is open plan with airy classrooms and has a wonderful sea view.”
FAQ about Máximo Nivel, Manuel Antonio
I see that the homestay accommodations include airport pick-up. Does it matter what time I arrive?
I am 54 years old. Can I study at your school?
I am looking for a 1-week course including accommodation in a private apartment. Let me know if you have this as an option for a 1-week stay.
Do you offer lessons for all levels?
Máximo Nivel offers courses for which ages?
Terms of Máximo Nivel
- First day of course
- Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:00
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school





- Legal name/parent company
- Maximo Nivel SA | Tax registration ID: 3-101468809
Visa Documents
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- No
- Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
- School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.












If you want to commit some of your extra time to learning Spanish but can’t commit to a full-time programme, then the Group 10 Spanish programme with its relatively easy-going schedule of 10 lessons per week could be a realistic option for you. You will work on improving the fundamental skills of learning a second language, including using grammar structures accurately, as well as reading, writing, listening and speaking.
The class sizes are kept small, at just 8 participants maximum, which helps students and teachers to communicate with each other easily and work together efficiently and effectively.
At the start of the programme you will be asked to take a placement test with the school, which will help them determine which group level you should be assigned to. It’s normal and expected that your group may change after a period of time, due to your progress with your Spanish studies.