Hotel El Manglar y Cantarana

Hotels
8.6 (1066 reviews)
Palm Beach Estates , Playa Grande , cr

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Nice amenities
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Small room sizes

Categories

Cleanliness
7.85
Some comments about dirty linens and odors in the room.
Service
9.35
Many reviews praised the friendliness of the staff.
Location
9.35
Perfect location next to the beach and close to local attractions.
Room Quality
7.85
Some complaints about small, stuffy rooms and lack of amenities.
Amenities
8.35
Decent outdoor facilities but lacking in-room amenities.
Value for Money
8.35
Pricing aligned with the quality, though some found rooms smaller than expected.
Food and Beverage
8.85
Pleasant dining options nearby, but limited within the hotel.
Overall Experience
8.85
Overall, satisfactory stay but with some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 04:09

Property Description

Tropical Oasis Villas
Nestled within Las Baulas National Marine Park, our vibrant hotel beckons with complimentary Wi-Fi and a refreshing outdoor pool. Just steps away from Playa Grande beach, immerse yourself in the beauty of the surroundings.

Spacious Villas and Cozy Rooms
Indulge in our tropical-style villas, complete with a kitchen and cozy seating area, or opt for a double room with a private bathroom. Whether you seek independence or comfort, we have the perfect accommodation for you.

Dining and Adventure
Prepare meals in your villa's kitchen or venture to nearby restaurants for a taste of international cuisine. For thrill-seekers, world-class surfing beaches are a short drive away, while Cabo Velas Airport ensures easy access to your tropical getaway.

Book your stay now and experience the ultimate blend of relaxation and adventure at our tropical oasis.

Important information:

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: LIR

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 4 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for US$20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    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.

  • Internet

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 1066 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.85
Service: 9.35
Location: 9.35
Room Quality: 7.85
Amenities: 8.35
Value for Money: 8.35
Food and Beverage: 8.85
Overall Experience: 8.85
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Celia • couple • us
10
The Cantarana has some great rooms and easy access to the beach
Pros:

We loved the roof top grill above our room and the kitchen inside to cook our fresh caught fish. The pool and lounge area was clean and we enjoyed relaxing there in the evening a time or two. There are lounge chairs and hammocks everywhere! The bar/restaurant next door even cooked some of our fresh catch for us one night. The staff was wonderful and the AC was lovely after spending the rest of the week without it. Our room had a very comfortable bed and the price was more than affordable. We plan to bring our children back with us then next time we visit because we loved it so much!

Cons:

We initially had booked a suite that had a walk out patio and were sent to the Manglar unit but the door had some trouble unlocking with the code we were given. So we went back to the main office and while there, asked about staying closer which meant being in the Cantarana unit and they still had a room. They switched us and it was a way better setup in my opinion. So I would suggest checking out things in person then choosing which is best for your situation. The pool is smaller and there is artificial grass at the Manglar which makes it feel a bit less luxurious than the Cantarana.

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • couple • us
5
Nice property, great location, beds not so great.
Pros:

Staff was great, location was good, price was fiar

Cons:

Room was very very tight and beds were very poor. The bed was so used it had a preformed hump in the middle and sagging in parts.

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Gaby • couple • cr
10
Excelente lugar para disfrutar de la calma de playa grande , lindo lugar y muy cómodo
Pros:

Los colchones sumamente cómodos

Cons:

La tubería del lavatorio tenía mucha suciedad

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Romero • family_with_children • cr
10
2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Brigitte • couple • ch
9
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • couple • fr
9
A great stay! Confortable and peaceful
Pros:

The property was beautiful, with an easy access to the ocean. Clean and peaceful

Cons:

nothing

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Andres • solo_traveller • cr
10
2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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wim • solo_traveller • nl
7
Pros:

Rustige omgeving direct aan zee

Cons:

Geen horeca bij accommodatie, regelmatig stroom uitval en daardoor ook geen water op kamer. Douche had geen warmwater en we zaten tegenover een bouwlocatie > niet echt rustig > jammer.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Veronique • family_with_children • fr
6
Pros:

Extérieur

Cons:

Chambre trop petite

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Marco • extended_group • es
9
2026-04-29 • via Nuitee
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Dalia • extended_group • us
10
2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Laurence • family_with_children • ca
10
2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Daniela • solo_traveller • cr
10
2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Silvia • family_with_children • cr
8
2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Eve • couple • ca
6
Pros:

La cour extérieur avec la piscine est très belle et bien entretenue. La chambre lit double au 2e étage était "correct" (rénové avec une finition peu soigné). La proximité de la plage et endroit bien sécurisé. Vagues idéales pour le surf.

Cons:

Très écho au 2e étage, je dors avec des bouchons et malgré cela, je me réveillais souvent à cause du bruits. Surtout que 2 chiens jappaient sans arrêt dans une chambre voisine. D'ailleurs, ses 2 chiens ont jappés toute la journée sur le bord de la piscine sans aucune intervention du personnel. Plusieurs autres chiens étaient présents sans incommoder personne. De faire payer 2$ us pour traverser vers tamarindo via la plage est tant qu'à moi du vol.

2026-04-01 • via Nuitee
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Fernando • family_with_children • cr
8
Pros:

La ubicación y camas cómodas

Cons:

El WiFi del cuarto no sirvió y el check out es demasiado temprano 10am. Aun que en nuestra estadía nos dejaron realizarlo a las 11am.

2026-04-01 • via Nuitee
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William Cordero • family_with_children • cr
10
muy bueno
Pros:

zona común

Cons:

sin queja

2026-04-01 • via Nuitee
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Corinne • family_with_children • ca
10
Lovely stay right on playa grande with fantastic staff
Pros:

We love staying at el manglar. We love playa grande fo how quiet the beach is. The staff is always so nice. We also enjoy the Canterana Cafe. We will be back.

Cons:

A/C was loud in our room

2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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Charette • couple • ca
10
Greatly enjoyed our 3 night stay
Pros:

closeness to beach.

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Heike • solo_traveller • de
8
Pros:

Die Lage war toll und das Zimmer mit Terrasse im Hotel Canterana ebenfalls. Unser zweites Zimmer im Hotel El Manglar war deutlich einfacher und ohne Balkon oder Terrasse. Sauber waren beide Zimmer. Die Pools waren eher klein, aber schön angelegt.

Cons:

Am Strand Playa Grande gab es kaum Schatten durch Bäume oder Palmen, so dass man sich Sonnenschutz und Liegen entweder teuer mieten (30 USD für 3 Stunden) oder die kostenlosen Liegen am Pool nutzen musste.

2026-03-26 • via Nuitee