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Bare Necessities of Life

You will find that even in this remote town, that most of the life's bare necessities can be found.

Where do I get Money?

Bring plenty of cash: there are no banks in Manzanillo (closest ones are in Limon or Puerto Viejo). 

Is there a Doctor in the House?

Red Cross (Cruz Roja) provides emergency service. A small public hospital in Hone Creek provides basic medical services (Clinica Hone Creek: 2750-0220).

The closest hospital is in Limon, with more advanced medical care.

Gas Stations: Fill 'er up!

Manzanillo has no gas stations.  The closest station is before reaching Cahuita while traveling south on Route 36, past the Limon Airport about 30 minutes further (Pass the road sign that says 'Bomba 5km').

If you are truly out of gas and can't siphon any out of your friend's car, ask around town in Puerto Viejo and you'll be directed to the local “station”, more like someone's house with a tiny shed in the backyard, where they sell gas out of plastic liter bottles for about $1 more per liter than at the gas station.

Police

Yes, there is a small station in Manzanillo