El Faro Containers Beach Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (3675 reviews)
50 Meters West to the entrance to the National Park , Manuel Antonio , cr
+506 2777 4025

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Beautiful views
Cons:
Slow restaurant service
Noise from neighbors
Small room size

Categories

Cleanliness
7.96
Overall cleanliness was good but mentioned some issues in a few reviews.
Service
8.63
Staff was friendly and accommodating, though some service was noted as slow.
Location
8.97
The hotel is ideally located near Manuel Antonio National Park, with great views.
Room Quality
8.22
Rooms were generally clean and comfortable but some noted they were small or lacked privacy.
Amenities
8.45
Amenities like the pool and restaurant were appreciated, although some guests had concerns about breakfast options.
Value for Money
8.21
Good value considering the location and amenities, despite some service shortcomings.
Food and Beverage
8.46
Food quality was good, but service was noted as slow in some instances.
Overall Experience
8.33
Overall a positive experience with many highlights despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 13:47

Property Description

Infinity Pool and Free WiFi
El Faro Beach Hotel offers a luxurious experience with its stunning infinity pool overlooking the sea. Stay connected with complimentary WiFi throughout the property.

Unique Container Hotel
Experience a one-of-a-kind stay at Costa Rica's only container hotel, blending modern design with sustainability. Each minimalist room provides a comfortable retreat with air conditioning and coffee facilities.

Convenient Location and Amenities
Situated just steps away from the beachfront and Manuel Antonio National Park, this hotel offers convenience and relaxation. Enjoy sea and pool views from your room, and take advantage of on-site facilities like a terrace, bar, and tour desk.

Book your stay at El Faro Beach Hotel for a memorable Costa Rican getaway.

Important information:

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.
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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SJO

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 3675 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.96
Service: 8.63
Location: 8.97
Room Quality: 8.22
Amenities: 8.45
Value for Money: 8.21
Food and Beverage: 8.46
Overall Experience: 8.33
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sandra • extended_group • ar
7
Hermosas vistas
Pros:

Excelente ubicación Cerca de la playa y del parque nacional Muy amable el personal El desayuno está bastante bien La pileta hermosa Se veían monos en la árbolesLaa vista desde la habitación maravillosa

Cons:

Es incómodo llegar a las habitaciones Esta en lo alto y no es para todos subir esta cuesta caminando para llegar Hay carros de golf pero en la recepción, ya arriba Un ascensor en el primer piso que te metidas en un horno El internet malo El baño un asco con olor y viejo y puerta corrediza

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Andreas • extended_group • de
2
Das Hotel liegt toll. Das Personal ist freundlich. Leider haben sie ein Hygieneproblem!
Pros:

Die Aussicht. Das Frühstücksbuffet war reichhaltig und gut.

Cons:

Die Vorhänge in unserem Zimmer waren total verschimmelt. Es roch im ganzen Zimmer nach Schimmel. Die Klimaanlage hat die Sporen überall hin verbreitet. Wir mussten das Zimmer wechseln. Es hätte gar nicht vermietet werden dürfen!
Der obere Pool war total veralgt und schmutzig. Am 2. Nachmittag wurde er dann geschlossen und gereinigt.
Der Wasserhahn im Bad war total locker.

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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beatriz • extended_group • es
7
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Valentina • solo_traveller • it
9
Pros:

La posizione è incantevole, giusto accanto al Parco Nazionale e la vista dalla sala ristorante è eccezionale. La camera era spaziosa e priva di barriere architettoniche, a bordo piscina. Buona la pulizia della stanza così come la colazione. Lo staff è stato molto cordial.

Cons:

L'acqua della piscina vicino alla sala ristorante era un po' torbida e non invitava a bagnarsi; l'acqua dell'altra piscina (più piccola e meno scenografica) al contrario era pulita.

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Jean-Yves • family_with_children • be
9
Très bon séjour à Manuel Antonio
Pros:

Emplacement parfait pour la visite du parc Manuel Antonio: à deux minutes de l'entrée! Et l'hôtel dispose d'un parking. Le petit déjeuner buffet est bon, et le restaurant de l'hôtel vaut tout à fait le détour (bonne nourriture, avec la vue et des prix très raisonnable comparés aux alentours). Les deux piscines sont très bien.

Cons:

Attention qu'il faut chaque fois gravir quelques dizaines de mètres pour atteindre l'ascenceur. En plus lors de notre séjour il a été deux ou trois fois en maintenance. Nous avions une chambre dans le premier bâtiment: la vue est très bien, mais l'accès aux chambres se fait par l'avant, donc les voisins passent devant la chambre pour rentrer chez eux.

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Elisabetta • couple • it
6
Buon rapporto qualità prezzo
Pros:

La vista.

Cons:

Container e salite ripidissime.

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Chiara • couple • it
7
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Chiara • solo_traveller • it
7
Normale
Pros:

Bella la vista mare. Carine le piscine. Suite grande e spaziosa.

Cons:

Teli piscina sporchi. Colazione non all’altezza.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Ivonne • family_with_children • co
8
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Cristina • family_with_children • es
8
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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LILIAN • solo_traveller • br
8
Pros:

Localização ótima , ao lado do parque nacional Manuel Antônio. Vista linda!

Cons:

Café da manhã ruim, quarto pequeno

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Daniela • couple • cr
7
Buena estancia!
Pros:

Es demasiado céntrico! Se puede ir caminando al Parque Nacional o también a la playa más cercana que es Espadilla

Cons:

El desayuno puede ser más variado
La máquina de tostar el pan dura una eternidad
Podrían poner un abanico en el ascensor

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Xin Hong • couple • cr
8
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Joel • couple • gb
10
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Deborah • family_with_children • ar
7
muy buena opcion pegado al parque MA
Pros:

Hotel pegado al parque MA. piscina hermosa cn vista al mar. atencion del personal genial. Mi pieza tenia vista al mar, microondas, cafetera y heladera. desayuno genial. La cocina de resto excelente.

Cons:

habitacion de mis hijos cn olor a humedad terrible. Mal q permitan beber adentro de la piscina y peligroso. El ascensor es un horno. NO COMPREN ENTRADAS FUERA DEL PARQUE!!

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Kaya • family_with_children • gb
7
Pros:

The location of the place is perfect for the national park as well as the beach, which are just a short walk away. The property is spread up over a hill so climbing up and down is a daily routine. We personally enjoyed that. The rooms are simple and lack cosiness or personality. They make up though in stunning views over the sea and forest. The breakfast was tasty and the location of the restaurant is great as it has views. And ofcourse, the bonus were the monkeys coming up to the balconies on their way down in the morning.

Cons:

As mentioned above the rooms have a 'cold feeling'. Also, it seems that to build the hotel the natural forest was ripped off instad of incorporating the nature into the design of the hotel. Still the hotel is surrounded by the forest.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Perez Peloso • solo_traveller • ar
10
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Benjamin • couple • fr
10
Le meilleur endroit pour loger à Manuel Antonio!
Pros:

Notre séjour était parfait, le personnel toujours souriant, le petit déjeuné a volonté excellent, parking pour la voiture, piscine et restaurant avec vue incroyable !
L’hôtel est à 2 min à pied du parc Manuel Antonio et à 10min de la plage.
Plein d’animaux sauvages visibles depuis l’hôtel : perroquets, singes, Iguanes…
Rien à dire, cet hôtel fait partie des meilleurs hébergements de notre voyage.
Merci!

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Eva • solo_traveller • es
6
Pros:

Las vistas al mar y la cercanía al parque nacional Manuel Antonio

Cons:

No tiene un buen mantenimiento: barandas sin pintura, grifo del baño que se movía

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • couple • es
6
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