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One of our great strengths is our Homestay Program. Both, Ticos and Panamanians are known for their warm welcoming spirit and nowhere is it more apparent than in la casa.
Accommodation is booked from the Sunday before the course starts until the Saturday after it ends.In case of early arrival or late departure, extra days will be charged. You will be free to come and go as you like and your right to privacy is always assumed and maintained. 

A) Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

1. Homestay

   In Costa Rica you will live in the
   home of one of our selected families and made to feel immediately welcome. Breakfast and dinner will be provided each day.  Laundry included.

   Talking with your host family provides an excellent opportunity to practice your Spanish and generate questions to bring back to your next class.
   All housing options are located minutes from the school.

2. School Cabinas (Apartments) - Manuel Antonio only

   Conveniently located on school property.
   Each cabina:
   Maximum occupancy 2 persons
   
   Equipped with own kitchenette, bathroom, TV, queen size bed, floor fan. Meals not included.

   *Only daytime visits by other El Paraiso School students are permitted.*

3. Private Apartments
   
   Beautiful apartments in Manuel Antonio, only 2 minutes from school

    

4. Hotels, Hostels or Independent Cabins
   
   Are available in the area in a wide range of prices starting from about $18 US a night for a basic cabin.

   Although not associated with El Paraiso School, we will be happy to provide you with information.

All housing options are located minutes from the school.

NOTE: Students can change their accommodation option (ie: from homestay to school accommodations)) after the course start, a $50 US processing fee applies.

B) Bocas Del Toro, Panama

1. Homestay

   In Bocas Del Toro, Panama you have an option of staying in a homestay with one of our host families.

   Many of our hosts are willing to take their guests to church, family gatherings, local site-seeing trips, or other outings, such as to the grocery store or farmer’s market. This is the best way to really get to know Panama and its culture. Breakfast is included.

   
   Talking with your host family provides an excellent opportunity to practice your  Spanish and generate questions to bring back to your next class.
   
   

2. Family Hospedaje (Hostel)
   
   Small, family operated "hospedaje" (hostel) with 6 bedrooms. Located in center of town of Bocas on a quiet side street, close to all amenities of the islands.
   
   
3. School Accommodations

   You can stay at our school which is conveniently located just minutes from the centre of Bocas town and all it's activities and conveniences. We offer rooms with A/C, free laundry and a full kitchen.. No meals are included.

All housing options are located minutes from the school.

NOTE: Students can change their accommodation option (ie: from homestay to school accommodations) after the course start, a $50 US processing fee applies.