Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
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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Outdated facilities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Some complaints about outdated rooms and specific smells were noted.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 390 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
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carlos • extended_group • co
10
2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Albanes • family_with_children • cr
10
2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Maria • extended_group • ar
9
Pros:

La ubicación

Cons:

Las habitaciones están un poco desactualizadas

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Yves • extended_group • fr
9
Beautiful stay in Manuel Antonio
Pros:

Beautiful building, nice rooms with incredible 360 view on the ocean. Nice swimming pool. The hotel has a good restaurant that we did not test as we were curious to explore the restaurants around the hotel. Shuttle to go to the beach. Very nice people.

Cons:

It would be good if the bathroom had a system to evacuate water vapor. So much humidity after a shower….

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Jean-Marie • family_with_children • fr
9
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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karla • solo_traveller • mx
8
Pros:

La vista desde el hotel, el poder ver tantos animales dentro del hotel, la amplitud de las habitaciones

Cons:

Las instalaciones un poco viejas. El personal no tan amable como en otras partes de Costa Rica. Los alimentos para desayuno y Lunch muy normales, hay que pedir toallas para la piscina en recepción, me pareció caro tomando en cuenta que hay mucha oferta hotelera en esa zona

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Christian • solo_traveller • cr
9
Pros:

La vista, la habitación

Cons:

Las puertas tienen una lamina de policarbinato, por lo que entra mucha luz al amanecer. Si necesitas de mucha oscuridad para dormir apartir de las 5:30am puede ser un problema.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Yubleiry • family_with_children • cr
10
Experiencia inolvidable
Pros:

Todo estuvo fenomenal la el personal el hotel las vista la habitación todo mágico 100 de 100

Cons:

El restaurante los precios de la comida son muy elevados

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Raul • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Paul • extended_group • us
9
Gorgeous property in a great location.
Pros:

Beautiful place with unparalleled views. Very cleaned and well maintained. The staff (in restaurant, bar, and front desk) were all very attentive and friendly.

Cons:

It was off season and the pool bar was understaffed with slow or absent service.

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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gomez • couple • co
10
Holtel con la mejor vista y la mejor ubicación, comodidad y limpieza
Pros:

La ubicación, la vista, la atención

Cons:

Nada

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Felipe • solo_traveller • cl
5
Agradable pero buscaría otras alternativas por el precio de USD 300 la noche si tuviera que volver.
Pros:

La terraza con su vista y la piscina.

Personal muy amable y servicial.

Cons:

Al parecer al reservar por booking la habitación es siempre la peor de los establecimientos.

Me dieron un pieza en que se escuchaban los ventiladores de los equipos de aire acondicionado. Me cambiaron a petición expresa. La habitación queda en un edificio exterior a unos 4 o 5 pisos bajo la terraza. No lo advierten y para personas mayores como yo de 72 años se hizo muy pesado subir y bajar. Tampoco lo advierten. No se puede hacer uso del restorán sin reserva aunque seas huésped. Tuve que salir del hotel a comer en la noche.

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Deonna • couple • us
10
Heaven Pura Vida!
Pros:

This property is stunning. The views are spectacular. The restaurant is top notch and the rooms are fabulous ! It is a 10 out of 10! And considering that it was built in the 70’s. It is a timeless classic! I fell in love!!

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Jeanine • family_with_children • ch
8
2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Antonio Felipe • couple • es
10
2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Liz • solo_traveller • us
10
Highly recommend La Mariposa.
Pros:

View was top notch, breakfast was wonderful. Sloth, Macaws, Parrots, Whiteface monkeys were present most days and being woken by the Howler monkeys was paradise.

Cons:

Hotter water and free drink coupon not valid for alcohol. Bed was hard.

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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aparc • family_with_children • ch
9
Pros:

Excellent view from room #10. Overlooking Manuel Antonio National Park and beaches.

Cons:

That you have to pay extra for espresso coffee at breakfast.

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Angela • couple • gb
10
Would highly recommend this hotel due to good location, great views and friendly helpful staff.
Pros:

To location near to Manuel Antonio national park , close to restaurants and shops.
The grounds were beautiful and the infinity pool was perfect to see all the wildlife. The views were amazing.

Cons:

Pool shower needed repairing.

2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Ryan • couple • us
10
Perfect!
Pros:

Our view was spectacular! The location was perfect and not far from the attractions we wanted to see.

Cons:

N/A

2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
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Gabriele • couple • de
10
wunderschönes Hotel, in einer perfekten Lage
Pros:

Sehr schöne Zimmer mit gigantischer Aussicht aufs Meer, Restaurant und Frühstück 5 Sterne,
ausgesprochen köstlich.
Der Pool ist wunderschön, das Personal freundlich

2026-04-15 • via Nuitee