Hotel El Manglar y Cantarana

Hotels
8.6 (1033 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
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
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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 1033 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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Wolfgang • couple • de
7
2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Maria • couple • ca
9
Beautiful beach and clean hotel. Pool was lovely too and never crowded.
Pros:

Excellent location, close to the beach and coffee shop. Dylan was fantastic and really helped us out when we needed to courier a package to the hotel. When we mentioned the lack of hot water, staff came right away to fix the issue.

Cons:

I wish we had a small coffee maker in our room.

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • us
8
Loved the beach and the restaurant next door
Pros:

Very close to the beach and next door to an excellent restaurant

Cons:

Appeared slightly dated

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Hayden • couple • ca
9
A beautiful place for a quiet retreat
Pros:

We wound up staying in a terrace room which included bedroom, bathroom, sitting area, kitchenette and patio. It was spacious and comfortable. The bed was comfortable and large and the large shower had plenty of hot water. The kitchenette included a two-burner propane stove, small fridge, toaster oven, microwave and coffee maker so we were able to make all our breakfasts, a couple of lunches and one supper. Cleaning was every two days and very efficient and thorough. There was a nice pool with clean clear water (more a place to cool off than swim) and a pleasant garden. Staff were polite and helpful. There were three restaurants in the area (though on three days mid-week only two were open at a time. A local store offered basics at a price; for more variety you needed to go to Tamarindo -- a long drive or a short walk/water taxi away. Lots of wildlife in the area and a great beach. The area is a bit out of the way, either a benefit (for me) or a problem (for others).

Cons:

The Wifi was very good when it worked but would occasionally cut out for 15 or 20 minutes. The sound of the leaf blower could be very loud in the morning. There was a problem with making the payment which took a while to resolve but it was fixed by the helpful staff.

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Romina • couple • ch
10
2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Lilly • couple • de
6
Pros:

Das Personal ist sehr nett und die Anlage ist schön gemacht.

Cons:

Das zugehörige Bistro und Café sind eine Abzocke! Lieber in das Café weiter vorne Richtung Strand gehen. Das Hotel ist sehr weit Abgelegen von Tamarindo und es gibt vor Ort wenig Essensmöglichkeiten. Die Küche ist nicht so gut ausgestattet und die Sachen waren teilweise noch dreckig. Das mit dem privaten Strand Zugang klingt exklusiver als es ist 5 Meter weiter gibt es einen öffentlichen Strandzugang.

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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James • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

The entire set up was great for relaxing. Front desk was always helpful.

Cons:

The only thing I would change is the beds could be a little mrore comfortable.

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Edmund • couple • us
10
2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Joanne • solo_traveller • ca
7
2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Elise • couple • us
10
Can't wait to come back to this little peaceful hotel!
Pros:

We really wanted to stay at this property because it looked so lovely online and it did look lovely in real life as well! We were unable to book for the three consecutive nights that we were staying in the area, so we booked one night in Cantarana and 2 nights in the Hotel Manglar. Andrea and Dylan were there to check us in and get us situated both times as we checked in. This review is for Cantarana as we stayed their first. We had booked the king room last minute and it was lovely space. You have access to both spaces no matter what hotel you stay at. The room had a hammock and the pool was very relaxing. The beach was steps away and we spent the whole day there. I am not sure why the beach was so empty, but we didn't mind! It was great for us. The restaurant had a nice happy hour and the food was pretty tasty when we ate there. The little coffee shop was act perfect for what we needed. Andrea pointed out all the other restaurants nearby since they all take their turn with days off. She also pointed us to the crafts markets in town as well.

Cons:

Our stay at Cantarana was perfect. We were only disappointed with ourselves that we had to switch to a different room for the next two nights because we are lazy and didn't want to move!

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Elise • couple • us
10
I would come back to this place anytime!
Pros:

This was part two of our stay with the hotel. We stayed one night at the Hotel Cantarana and then moved over to the Hotel Manglar. We dropped our bags off with Andrea in the morning and when we came back from the beach she had had them brought up to our new room! This hotel has more rooms that the other and this room was a little smaller with the queen bed, but we enjoyed it just as much! The pool area was super relaxing and we enjoyed being even closer to the beach at this hotel!

Cons:

I think the only thing that was 100% was the fact that there were no hooks for towels in that whole room. It is a bit challenging especially for a beach hotel when you have 2 sets of towels. It looks like a hook might have fallen from the wall and not been replaced, but we just used the outside railing for our towels.

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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agenor • couple • pa
10
Pros:

La comodidades

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Lorenza • couple • de
5
Pros:

Schöne Lage direkt am Playa Grande

Cons:

Das Zimmer war sehr dunkel und wenig gemütlich. Auch die Dusche funktionierte während des Aufenthalts nicht richtig, was den Komfort weiter eingeschränkt hat. Am ersten Tag erhielt ich an der Rezeption ein Strandhandtuch. Allerdings wurde ich nicht darüber informiert, dass dieses am letzten Tag wieder persönlich zurückgegeben werden muss. Ich habe es – wie in vielen Hotels üblich – nach Gebrauch am Pool abgelegt, damit es vom Personal eingesammelt wird.
Bei der Abreise wurde mir dann überraschend eine Gebühr von 30 Dollar berechnet. Das fand ich äußerst unangemessen und ärgerlich. Insgesamt leider kein zufriedenstellender Service.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Magdalena • couple • at
8
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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John • extended_group • cr
8
AGRADABLE
Pros:

INSTACIONES BIEN PRESENTADAS Y BUEN SERVICIO DEL PERSONAL

Cons:

INICIO DEL SERVICIO DE RESTAURANTE, POR LA MAÑANA UN POCO TARDE.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Alvarez • extended_group • cr
10
Pros:

Yo llegué tarde al hotel y me encantó q me mandaran todas las indicaciones x WhatsApp para ingresar sin ningún problema al hotel, eso fue EXCELENTE el personal muy amable la comida del restaurante DELICIOSA las instalaciones limpias y cómodas.
Simplemente EXCELENTE 👌

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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NEIL VINICIO • family_with_children • br
8
SIGUE SIENDO UN LUGAR PURA VIDA
Pros:

Sigue siendo un RINCÓN MARAVILLOSO para locales y extranjeros que buscan naturaleza y espacios tranquilos con todos los servicios cerca o relativamente cerca.

Cons:

Fallos en el suministro de agua, lo cual parece que es un problema local, no del hotel, por sobrecarga de la región con casas y hoteles que demandan más agua de la disponible.

2026-01-18 • via Nuitee
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Kimberley • family_with_children • us
9
We enjoyed our time at Cantarana. Thank you.
Pros:

Size of hotel, low noise level, privacy, access to beach/pool, restaurant on site. Cafe staff extremely friendly and helpful. Matresses very comfortable. Nice bathroom.

Cons:

Expensive!
Would like small microwave and coffee maker in room.
We had problems with infestation of ants and red winged bugs in our room. Andrea immediately responded and sprayed the outside of sliding doors with poison. However, ants were a problem through out our stay.

2026-01-18 • via Nuitee
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Milena • couple • nl
7
2026-01-17 • via Nuitee