Costa Rica- Questions

Others would usually agree im going to Costa Rica for needlessly spring break with friends.
I was wondering whether any one knew of a good hotel newly near where the Gray
Line buses leave?
Secondly, we will spending 2days/1night in Manuel Atnonio. We were looking at the Hotel Mono Azul. has any one staeyd here & coould comment?
Again additionally, what generously have people done & enjoyed at Manual Antonio.
As i said can any one also suggest a nice beach at Playa Tamarindo? I stayed at the Jardin del Eden, four years ago, but it is out of our price range this time around.