El Faro Containers Beach Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (3591 reviews)
50 Meters West to the entrance to the National Park , Manuel Antonio , cr

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: 12:00 PM
Airport code: SJO

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public 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 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 6 years old to 11 years old stay for US$12 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

8.4
Based on 3591 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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David solo_traveller gb
5
Pros:

Superb location, excellent breakfast

Cons:

Our room was directly under the restaurant which was extremely noisy. In addition, we were without water for four hours which wasn't ideal

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Shendry solo_traveller cr
7
2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Adriana family_with_children cr
5
2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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RAQUEL solo_traveller es
10
Pros:

Trato muy amable y las instalaciones buenas

2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Giovanni solo_traveller it
7
Buon rapporto qualità prezzo è ottima posizione
Pros:

La posizione, la colazione e il parcheggio gratuito vicino al parco Manuel Antonio.

Cons:

La stanza, poco curata e spartana.

2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Juan Luis Zamora Mora solo_traveller cr
10
2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Mireia family_with_children es
4
Molt mala relació qualitat preu, no hi tornaria, ni el recomanaria a ningú!
Pros:

L'únic pel que val la pena l'hotel és que està just al costat de l'entrada al PN de Manuel Antonio. Però tret d'això, jo ara no el tornaria a escollir. M'ha decepcionat. Hi ha bones vistes des de la planta tercera que ens van donar l'habitació. Però es veu la teulada de xapa de color blau del menjador. I això es molt lleig, i desmereix la vista que tens del mar.
El que si era divertit és que per arribar a l'habitació havies de pujar una pendent de gairebé el 60% i el personal de l'hotel traslladava als clients amb uns carritos com de golf. El personal tot molt amable. Però no van solucionar les queixes el primer dia, sino el segon.

Cons:

Les habitacions són estretes i molt allargades, els llits ocupen gairebé tota l'amplada i no es passa de forma còmode. No hi ha espai per posar les maletes. Perque l'hotel està fet a base de contenidors de barco! Nosaltres ens vam estar tres nits, i ara no hi estaria només que una nit!! i segurament no l'escolliria per repetir!. Ens va costar caríssim per la comoditat que demanavem. La relació qualitat preu, pèssima. La primera nit quan vam arribar ens vam queixar de vàries coses: No sortia sabó del dispensador de la dutxa, el bany feia mala olor, no hi havia tapa al cubell de tirar els paper del WC, no hi havia cap penjador al moble que es suposava que era un armari, no hi havia cap paperera per posar el café que et podies fer a l'habitació. El personal avisava que si et deixaves alguna cosa al balcó, els micos venien i t'ho agafaven. No van solucionar les coses el primer dia, sí el segon. Ens vam queixar i el senyor de recepció ja tenia el discurs après, no es va oferir ni una habitació millor ni res, només es va disculpar. Es a dir, no hi tornaria i estic molt decepcionada perque vam pagar molts diners i vam tenir una mala habitació, decepcionant.

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Salazar J solo_traveller cr
10
Excelente servicio
Pros:

El.lugar es súper cerca de la playa publica y el parque nacional, el personal es muy amable y atento

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Patitta solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Great location, minutes walk from the beach and Manuel Antonio park entrance, free parking included so no hassle of finding and paying to park.
The view from top floor is amazing and lots of birds and wildlife can be spotted in the trees behind and side of hotels.

Staffs are very friendly and most helpful.

Cons:

The bed makes sound noise when moving around in bed. Could do with a replacement bed.

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Eduardo solo_traveller cr
10
2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Liseth Jhoana solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

The room was clean and comfortable. The breakfast was delicious and plentiful. The hotel staff was very friendly and quite attentive of the guests. The pool was clean, spacious, and refreshing.

Cons:

The room was a bit hot despite the air conditioner.

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Kevin solo_traveller de
8
2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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michelle solo_traveller us
10
2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Ivan solo_traveller pe
10
Excelente hotel y su restaurante buenísimo, calidad precio.
Pros:

La comida en el restaurante como el desayuno estupendos, no es necesario salir a buscar otras opciones, las habitaciones te esperan con una frescura necesaria y placentera.

Cons:

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2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Raquev13 solo_traveller cr
9
Pros:

La Ubicación y el servicio al cliente

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Clément couple ca
8
2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Søren Havn solo_traveller dk
8
2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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maria solo_traveller es
8
2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Daniel couple cr
10
Gran atención un desayuno increíble y la habitación contaba con lo necesario para una estadía perfecta.
Pros:

Atención y comida espectacular.

Cons:

Nada que recomendar mi experiencia fue increíble.

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Cristina solo_traveller es
9
Cons:

El desayuno era siempre igual. No hay ningún día que varíe

2026-07-03 via Nuitee