Bongo - Adults Only

Hotels
7.9 (298 reviews)
Playa Manuel Antonio 2km sur hacia playa manuel antonio , Manuel Antonio , cr

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Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Terrace
Luggage storage
Tour desk
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Nature
Staff hospitality
Delicious breakfast
Cons:
Unstable wifi in end rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
7.79
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
8.26
The attention and help from the staff were heartwarming and amazing.
Location
8.3
Excellent location close to Manuel Antonio National Park.
Room Quality
7.75
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Amenities
7.78
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
7.24
Good price for a nice room.
Food and Beverage
8.29
The breakfast was delicious!
Overall Experience
7.76
A truly great stay surrounded by nature.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 13:49

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Garden Views:
Experience comfort and tranquility at Bongo, located in Manuel Antonio. Each room features a terrace overlooking a lush garden, ensuring a peaceful stay.

Convenient Amenities for a Relaxing Stay:
Enjoy free WiFi, air conditioning, and private bathrooms in all units. With free parking and tropical surroundings, Bongo provides the perfect setting for a stress-free vacation.

Explore Nearby Attractions:
Discover Playa La Macha and Pez Vela Marina just a short walk away. For nature lovers, Manuel Antonio National Park and Espadilla Beach are easily accessible. Public transportation is also convenient for further exploration.

Book your stay at Bongo now and make unforgettable memories in Manuel Antonio!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 298 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.79
Service: 8.26
Location: 8.3
Room Quality: 7.75
Amenities: 7.78
Value for Money: 7.24
Food and Beverage: 8.29
Overall Experience: 7.76
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mazen • couple • us
7
Great potential but falls short.
Pros:

The staff was very nice.

Cons:

The rooms need updating. Old and tired.

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Max • couple • de
9
2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Tiffany • couple • us
10
A peaceful serenity!
Pros:

All the wildlife. The breakfast was also great.
Very private and had a great patio and the front and back. If you’re trying to get a true Costa Rica experience this is the perfect place. Would 100% go back.

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Coline • couple • fr
10
2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Stavroula • couple • de
10
2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Randall • extended_group • us
7
2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Mario • couple • cr
5
2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Megan • couple • ie
10
Pros:

This was a fabulous wee spot - the staff were just amazing, and they made our whole stay 100 times better!! Even with a slight language barrier, they were welcoming, caring and truly go above and beyond for their guests!! We were shown wildlife around the property, had a gorgeous breakfast and gifted chocolates on valentines day!!!

2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Fidel • solo_traveller • mx
1
2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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María Victoria • couple • es
8
En plena naturaleza
Pros:

La ubicación, la tranquilidad, que estás en plena naturaleza. La piscina la puedes utilizar a cualquier hora. El desayuno es bueno, dan varias opciones a elegir.

Cons:

Necesita mantenimiento, hay cosas deterioradas o muy viejitas. La ducha y el inodoro por ejemplo estaban muy desgastados y en las zonas comunes había baldosas rotas o levantadas.

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • gb
9
Great.
Pros:

Clean and comfortable. Great breakfast. Good location. Friendly and accommodating staff. Nice pool.

Cons:

Would have liked a kettle and a hairdryer in the accommodation.

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Juan Federico • couple • ar
10
Todo muy bien en nuestra estadía y muy buena atención de Fernando y su familia.
Pros:

La atención del personal y el encargado, la prolijidad y limpieza de las habitaciones, los desayunos (4opciones, ricos y frescos) y el entorno del lugar (mucha fauna en los árboles del predio).

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Patrícia Fernandes • extended_group • pt
10
Pros:

O sr. Fernando é uma pessoa muito gentil. Sempre disponível e com muito boa energia.
O alojamento é espetacular, sossegado e estamos sempre a ver animais.
O pequeno almoço é espetacular.
O resto da equipa também é muito simpática e prestável.

2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Anvit • couple • nl
8
Prima voor deze prijs
Pros:

Mooie locatie, verschillende huisjes, vriendelijk personeel, lekker ontbijt.

2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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gilles • family_with_children • fr
8
Pros:

bien dans l ensemble

Cons:

le petit déjeuner

2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Jackye • extended_group • it
10
2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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francisco • couple • ar
9
Recomiendo
Pros:

La amabilidad , limpieza , desayuno , cómodo, precio

Cons:

El estacionamiento un poco chico

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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louise • family_with_children • gb
10
Great gardens/wildlife, some improvements required but value for money
Pros:

I am giving this a 10 due to the fact that whilst we encountered some problems, the owner and manager work hard to rectify them immediately.
Location approx. half way between Quepos and Manuel Antonio, quiet location with restaurant nearby. The grounds are stunning - beautiful greenery and lots of wild animals (iguanas, monkeys, macaws etc . . . . in fact we saw more than in the national park!!). Walk to bus stop circa 5/6 minutes and very regular buses looping Quepos/Manuel Antonia (one set price for however far you travel and less than £1 pp per trip) so easy to get to National Park and Manuel Antonio beach
Rooms a little dated but were clean with towels/soap/refrigerator, comfortable beds, aircon in bedroom
We did have some problems with electricity (also power cut in the whole block so this may be the reason) but were moved rooms immediately
Breakfast was included and choice of 4 options; pool was clean
Restaurant/bar not open but that was ok as we were taking trips most days
So overall whilst we did encounter an issue, value for money/grounds of hotel made up for that and owner is working hard to rectify and improve experience

Cons:

Would have been nice to know bar/restaurant weren't open, but didn't really impact us as we were out every day.

2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
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Nikola • extended_group • de
8
Schön, gerne wieder!
Pros:

Schöne ruhige Lage umgeben vom Dschungel. Das Frühstück war sehr gut und das Personal freundlich und hilfsbereit. Klima funktionierte einwandfrei. Die Pools waren sauber.

Cons:

Beim Pool waren von 5 Liegen 3 kaputt…
Der näheste Strand (Playa Macha) ist nur zu Fuß erreichbar und der Weg dorthin ist sehr steil und holprig und entspricht eher einer 20-Minuten-Wanderung (für ältere Menschen nicht machbar). Um zu einem anderen Strand zu gelangen, wird ein Auto benötigt.

2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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conor • couple • ca
10
Pros:

Could see so much Wildlife from our room more than Manuel Antonio Park itself the owner and the staff for so accommodating would definitely recommend

2026-01-21 • via Nuitee