Hotel El Manglar

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with spa, near Tamarindo Beach

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On the beach, white sand, beach towels, surfing
Standard Double Room, Refrigerator | Terrace/patio
On the beach, white sand, beach towels, surfing
Body treatments, Swedish massages, sports massages, facials, massages
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Escape to Hotel El Manglar in Palm Beach Estates, where sun-kissed adventures await. With an outdoor pool, sports massages at the spa, and a beachside location near Tamarindo Beach, this hotel offers relaxation and action.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Airport transfer
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping on weekdays
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden

Feel at home (6)

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $101
includes taxes & fees
$89 per night
Feb 19 - Feb 20

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Mobile key entry
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Double Room, Refrigerator

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 376 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Villa, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Pool View

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Villa

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
  • 807 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

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Palm Beach Estates, Cabo Velas, Guanacaste, 50308

What's nearby

  • Grande Beach - 6 min walk
  • Las Baulas National Marine Park - 6 min drive
  • Tamarindo Beach - 38 min drive
  • Playa Langosta - 45 min drive
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 47 min drive

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 38 min drive
  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 96 min drive
  • Nosara (NOB) - 156 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Brisa Mar - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Pico Bistro - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Venezia Gelati y Café - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Nari - ‬32 min drive

About this property

Hotel El Manglar

With access to onsite surfing/body boarding, Hotel El Manglar is a great choice for your beach stay in Cabo Velas. The outdoor pool provides a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in Swedish massages, facials, and body treatments. Offering garden views, Bistro Cantarana serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 18 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free secured, uncovered onsite self parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Surfing/body boarding
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch TV

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

More

  • Weekday housekeeping only
  • In-room safe
  • Mobile key entry

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include sports massages, Swedish massages, facials, and body treatments.

Dining

Bistro Cantarana - Overlooking the pool and garden, this bistro serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 95.00 per vehicle (one way)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 40 (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 1 to October 31:
  • One of the dining venues
  • Bar/Lounge

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 20.0 per night

Pets

  • Pet deposit: USD 150.0 per stay
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Hotel El Manglar Playa Grande
El Manglar Playa Grande
Hotel El Manglar Hotel
Hotel El Manglar Cabo Velas
Hotel El Manglar Hotel Cabo Velas

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel El Manglar offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel El Manglar does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Hotel El Manglar?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Hotel El Manglar?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 10 per pet, per night, and there's also a deposit of USD 150.0 per stay.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel El Manglar?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel El Manglar?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 95.00 per vehicle one way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel El Manglar?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 40 (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Hotel El Manglar?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Diria (29-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Hotel El Manglar and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as surfing. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Hotel El Manglar also has spa services and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel El Manglar?

Yes, Bistro Cantarana offers garden views.

What's the area around Hotel El Manglar like?

Hotel El Manglar is in Palm Beach Estates, a short 6-minute walk from Grande Beach. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

Hotel El Manglar Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Wonderful stay… so close to beach and pool, hammocks were great. only complaint is not enough hooks in room since no closet and our wifi in room was hit or miss.
Angela, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Well located, excellent service surround by nature. Lovely place.
Noemy, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Simply it's the best place
Estrela, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Simply all I can say is it is The Best Place
Estrela, 14-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome Hotel!
What a great little hotel! The staff at reception (Yorya, J-J, and Andrea) were super-friendly and helpful, providing information and booking me on 2 tours. The pool was lovely and I appreciated the shared kitchen. I loved the hammocks and hammock swings! It's a 2 min. walk to the spectacular beach, and watching the sunset was a highlight for me. It was definitely more difficult to get around as a solo traveller without a car, but I felt safe walking the beach and taking the water ferry to and from Tamarindo. I was not a fan of the hotel's restaurant (located at the sister location the Cantarana) when I ate there twice, but the two other nearby restaurants (1-3 min.walk) were quite yummy!
Susan, 8-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great plece to relax awesome pool , the best part private beach and great service
Rosalva, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay at this hotel was amazing. The entire staff were incredibly knowledgeable, professional and very quick to respond to all of our questions and needs. The hotel was very clean, comfortable and conveniently located steps from the beach. The hotel has its own clean private trail through the jungle leading straight to the sandy beach. One day we saw howler monkeys in the trees above us on the trail. We will be back to Hotel El Manglar for sure!
Rene, 6-night trip

8/10 Very good

Manglar was such a perfect quiet private town. If you enjoy separation from the hustle and bustle of Tamarindo, this spot is for you. The beach is amazing, and you can also take water taxis to Tamarindo which is fun and we really loved the staff!
Becca, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really beautiful property,friendly staff, yoga classes,easy access to the beach, lovely pool,great neighborhood with restaurants

8/10 Very good

Great area
Roberta, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great property to stay in area; everything was simply perfect.

8/10 Very good

The staff were warm and friendly. The location was excellent. Very relaxing vacation!
Catherine, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place to stay with access to the beach and they were very nice and helpful
Naomi, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This property in a quiet place, the hotel is very nice and the beach and surroundings are even better!
Diego, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel El Manglar was the perfect spot for my friends and I. The staff is some of the kindest and most helpful staff I have encountered in my travels. Yorya checked us in and helped us plan a great sunset cruise as she was very knowledgeable about the area. She, along with all the others, was incredibly attentive and thorough. The facility is very nice, and the pool was relaxing. The hotel has its own beach entrance with a well set up sitting area. All of the bars and restaurants in the area were walking distance and the main strip of playa grande is a short drive. We will definitely be staying here again.
Abigail, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A beautiful quiet stay as close to the beach as you can get. The staff are amazing and really make this a special place.
Miranda, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a lovely stay at this charming and intimate hotel. It is in a perfect location to enjoy the most beautiful beach.
Jennifer, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved everything about this property!!! Definitely going to visit again!
Heather, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I love that it’s steps from Playa Grande . Accommodating staff and great spot . Will be back
Jonas, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice place.
Mónica, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place off the beaten path a nice short walk to the ocean, which we much appreciate. The room was a little musty smelling but not terrible.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great little place to stay with very friendly and helpful staff. Great food and great beaches nearby. Much better than being in Tamarido.
Shawn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay at Hotel El Manglar. It was a one minute walk to beach. The beach spot is heavenly and was never very busy during our 6 night stay. The extra amenities like the basketball court were an added bonus for our family. The staff was extremely kind and helpful. The pool is great and grounds are beautiful. Having a two bedroom was also nice for our family of four. The kitchen step up included a full sized refrigerator, stove top burners, toaster oven, microwave, regular coffee pot and a Cafe Britt coffee capsule machine. The Palm Beach Estates area is very walkable with lots of dining options. Our favorite dinner spot was Cafe Mar Azul next door. We also visited Tamarindo on Thursday night for the night market and had a great time.
Jared, 6-night trip

6/10 Good

Good location bugs and musty smell unfortunately
Chelsea, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Great location. The only complaint is that there are no storage in room, not even a hook for bag or towel. Stuff was great and very helpful.
Yuliya, 5-night trip

General property information

Travelers Say
"Very close to the Ocean with a private walkway, very close to a few excellent restaurants."
Reasons to Book
Outdoor Pool & Nice Bathroom
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM