Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beautiful views
Helpful staff
Cons:
Limited dinner menu
Outdated facilities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.34
A few reviews mentioned cleanliness positively, but some concerns about the smell in rooms were noted.
Service
9.31
Staff were described as very helpful and pleasant, enhancing the experience for guests.
Location
9.85
Many reviews praised the beautiful views and excellent location of the hotel.
Room Quality
8.3
Some complaints about outdated rooms and specific smells were noted.
Amenities
8.83
Noted amenities were appreciated, but some guests found them lacking.
Value for Money
7.79
Several comments indicated food and facilities were seen as expensive for the quality.
Food and Beverage
8.34
Food quality received mixed reviews, with some highlights on breakfast but concerns over dinner pricing.
Overall Experience
8.81
Overall positive experiences were common, though some areas could improve.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 13:52

Property Description

Panoramic Ocean Views
Hotel La Mariposa boasts stunning panoramic views of the ocean and Manuel Antonio National Park. The Spanish-Mediterranean design adds a touch of elegance to the property, while the terrace with a swimming pool is the perfect spot to relax and soak in the breathtaking surroundings.

Gourmet Dining and Bars
Indulge in a culinary journey at Le Papillon restaurant offering delectable French cuisine. Sip on international drinks at the Sunset Bar & Lounge, or grab a slice at the pizza place. The pool bar is ideal for refreshing beverages while enjoying the tropical ambiance.

Exciting Activities
For adventure seekers, the hotel arranges thrilling activities like canopy tours, fishing, rafting, and horseback riding. Explore the beauty of Manuel Antonio with ease, as the property is conveniently located near the beach and village.

Experience luxury and adventure at Hotel La Mariposa. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 7 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 8 years old to 17 years old stay for US$56.50 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 343 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.34
Service: 9.31
Location: 9.85
Room Quality: 8.3
Amenities: 8.83
Value for Money: 7.79
Food and Beverage: 8.34
Overall Experience: 8.81
M
Margaret • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Fantastic gardens and pool area. Breakfast very good. Large very comfortable room with balcony. Shuttle to and from beach. Friendly staff.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-26 • via Nuitee
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Philip • couple • gb
8
Amazing location and outlook and the sunsets are spectacular
Pros:

Location is great, the view from our room was amazing and the Sunsets were spectacular. Lots of wildlife around : Macaws, Monkies & Toucans. The swimming pool was really nice. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Shuttle to the beach is great and runs 4 times a day. The Hotel can also organise tours for the National Park etc. and provide a boxed breakfast if you're on a tour that starts early.

Cons:

The room was directly above the Bar and the music was quite loud, especially if you've been on a early morning tour and want to sit on the balcony or chill out in your room in the afternoon. There was no warning when we booked the room about this. It didn't go on too late, but was still intrusive.
Although the breakfast was ok, everyday they ran out of things : plates, cutlery, cups, cheese, watermelon, croissants etc. and it took ages for these to be replenished each time. It got a bit annoying by the end to be honest, and it wasn't that we were getting down to breakfast late.

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
C
Catalina • family_with_children • ar
5
2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Les • couple • us
10
Anxious to return!
Pros:

Gorgeous landscaping and well maintained. An abundance of wildlife on the property. QUIET. Beautiful views of the ocean.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
J
Jandra • solo_traveller • de
9
Pros:

Tolle Anlage, es paßte alles was wir erwartet haben. "Hausfaultier" haben wir täglich gesichtet, genau wie Aaras und Papageien im Flug, schöne Bepflanzung im Garten, Pool bei Sonnenuntergang der Hammer. Kurze Anreise zum Manuel Antonio. Zu Fuß machbar, aber steil und auf dem Rückweg sehr schweißtreibend.

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Sara • family_with_children • es
7
Pagas por las vistas
Pros:

Ubicación, vistas, atardecer

Cons:

Decoración muy austera, el hotel es todo gris. En general es caro para lo que ofrece, pagas por las vistas. Te obligan a hacer pagos fuera de la plataforma a través de un link… me resultó muy cutre

2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Thorge • couple • de
10
Eines der schönsten Hotels in Manuel Antonio mit dem besten Blick
Pros:

Das Personal ist total nett, der Blick ist fantastisch, das Essen ist großartig, das Frühstück ist fantastisch. Meine Eltern und ich sind total begeistert von diesem Hotel.

Cons:

Es gibt so Kleinigkeiten, die wir allerdings angesprochen haben und die dann sofort verändert wurden. Zum Beispiel, dass die Gläser im Zimmer nicht täglich gewechselt wurden, oder dass kein Tisch mit Stühlen drin steht, sondern man nur auf dem Bett sitzen kann. Aber als wir darum gebeten haben, wurde das sofort verändert.

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
T
Tudor • family_with_children • ro
8
We spend a few very relaxing days there
Pros:

The location is superb, with views of the sunset over the Pacific if you get the right room. If not you can still see it from the restaurant. The room was big, the restaurant pretty good overall, maybe a little bit too expensive for the offer, but again you pay for the view. Breakfast was standard. Monkeys, sloths and agoutis on the property are a big plus in my view. We got proper coffee in the room, not the standard pods you get in the hotels. The hotel is about 10 minutes by car from Espadilla Beach and from the Manuel Antonio Park. Also about 10 minutes by car from Quepos - small town with a great marina.

Cons:

Internet speed is slow and the TVs in the room are having just basic local channels using a tv box with a different remote connected via analog connection to an relatively modern LCD TV.

2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
H
Huneypie • solo_traveller • gb
8
A breathtaking location, with a lovely friendly atmosphere.
Pros:

The view really is spectacular on the highest point with dreamy infinity pool (which wasn't even crowded) set in lush surroundings which comes with steepish climbs inside the hotel! I loved the plentiful cheeky monkeys jumping onto my balcony then back into the trees! Listening to the macaws and toucans made it a vibrant relaxing tropical escape. Even had a sloth outside the bar area.
From arrival the staff, waiters and bar staff were really attentive,friendly and courteous..with a good knowledge of everything. Nothing was too much trouble. Food was delicious. Fantastic location and loved my end-terrace room which was very comfortable, with the glass balcony door boasting incredible views of the Ocean and being in the rainforest. It was wonderful to wake up to the sounds of the waves to the echoes of the howler monkeys.

Cons:

The room was very clean and comfortable and spacious but could do with abit of a tidy up (as in maybe modernised abit in the bathroom)
Breakfast was delicious, however there was a bit of a wait for the made-to-order eggs

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
A
Arturo • family_with_children • cr
7
Pros:

El restaurante y las vistas.

Cons:

Me dieron una habitación diferente, a la que reservé.

2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
M
Marta • family_with_children • br
9
Recomendo o hotel
Pros:

A vista do restaurante e da piscina é espetacular.
Quartos amplos e limpos, com uma vista linda também. Ótima localização.

Cons:

A água quente acabou alas vezes no final do dia, deixando o banho morno.

2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
E
Eduardo • couple • us
8
Relaxing Pura Vida short break
Pros:

Great views from the balcony out over the azure ocean. And facing the sun most of the day permitted some sunbathing while experiencing a mild breeze most of the day. We were too busy sightseeing and on the beach to use the pool.

Cons:

The room had a particularly odious chemical smell leading us to turn down room service for the entire stay.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
R
Ruth • family_with_children • us
6
Pros:

Like the location, breakfast

Cons:

The rooms and hotel space need to be updated
The room smells like mold

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
A
alejandra • family_with_children • cl
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Wanda • family_with_children • cr
5
Pros:

La vista de la habitación y un buen desayuno

Cons:

El jacuzzi no servía, estábamos en la habitación mas arriba y no servía el ascensor.
Eramos 4 y cuando llegamos habian 2 sillas, y 2 vasos de carton y café para una persona.
En la piscina el servicio muy malo, personas agradables pero se iban y no aparecían

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
N
Nicola • couple • gb
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
V
Vincent • couple • ch
8
Pros:

La vue est vraiment magnifique, la situation géographique est très bien et les espaces communs (restaurants, piscines...) sont vraiment bien entretenus et magnifiques.

Cons:

La chambre dans laquelle nous avons séjourné pourrait être refaite. Elle était un peu vieillissante.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
A
Anni • couple • ch
10
Alles top!
Pros:

Fantastische Lage mit einer wunderschönen Aussicht vor allem am Abend für den Sonnenuntergang. Zimmer sind geräumig und wir hatten einen tollen seitlichen Meerblick. Uns hat es in diesem Hotel sehr gut gefallen und wir würden es absolut weiterempfehlen. Das Frühstück ist lecker und der Pool sehr schön. Man ist schnell mit dem Auto im Nationalpark.

2026-01-16 • via Nuitee
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Neil • couple • us
10
2026-01-13 • via Nuitee
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Carlos Daniel • family_with_children • gt
9
Pros:

La vista e instalaciones

Cons:

La atención no es acorde a lo q se paga

2026-01-11 • via Nuitee