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Hotel Manalá

3.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, 4-minute walk to Santa Teresa Beach

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Travelers find Hotel Manalá a tranquil oceanside retreat with convenient amenities. It features an airport shuttle, outdoor pool with sun loungers, and a garden terrace. Guests can fish nearby or relax on the grounds. The multilingual staff receives positive reviews.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov

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Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Bungalow, 2 Queen Beds

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Exceptional
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Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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House, 3 Bedrooms, Balcony, Pool View

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Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 150 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room

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Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
800m Norte de La Plaza de Fútbol, Santa Teresa, Cóbano, Puntarenas, 60111

What's nearby

  • Santa Teresa Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cocal Beach - 8 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Hermosa Beach - 13 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Playa Mal País - 14 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Manzanillo Beach - 20 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

  • Cóbano Airport (ACO) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Tomate - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Kooks Smokehouse and Bar - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Somos Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Tiquicia - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nami - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hotel Manalá

Hotel near Santa Teresa Beach
You can look forward to an airport shuttle, a terrace and a garden at Hotel Manalá. Active travellers can enjoy fishing at this hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and luggage storage
  • A front desk safe, beach towels and multilingual staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Hotel Manalá include thoughtful touches, such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and ceiling fans

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 for adults and USD 9 for children

Things to do

  • Fishing
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per stay.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately USD 10 for adults and from USD 9 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Hotel Manalá Cobano
Manalá Cobano
Manalá
Hotel Manalá Hotel
Hotel Manalá Cóbano
Hotel Manalá Hotel Cóbano

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Manalá have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Manalá?

As of 4 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Manalá on 11 Nov 2025 start from NZ$163.86, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Hotel Manalá pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Hotel Manalá?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Manalá?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Manalá?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Hotel Manalá provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 50 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Manalá located?

Situated by the ocean, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Santa Teresa Beach and Carmen Beach. Cocal Beach and Grande Hermosa Tidepool are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

Hotel Manalá Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the apartment style cabana. We both loved the accommodations! Very spacious, staff was hospitable and knowledgeable. We had monkeys in the morning playing in the trees. This was walking distance to the beach. Fantastic food next door and throughout!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay

Hotel was nice for a 2 night stay. Checkin was smooth and the staff was personable and willing to help with anything. Villas were clean and large. Shower had no curtain and was quite large. Very romantic for a couple but not much privacy for me and my brother. Restaurant and pool area was nice and clean and well taken care of. Breakfast was good with 3 options. Overall I had nothing bad to say about ths place. Spent the whole time surfing at the beach across the street with a rented board from the surf shop 5 minutes away.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a great place to stay< I have stayed there many times, because it is worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the place, so convenient location, near the beach, restaurants and town!! Staff was very friendly and helpful I will totally recommend and will be happy to stay over and over !!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda Karolina

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
La atención muy buena y el lugar es precioso
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me encantó el balance de lo natural de la zona con la privacidad, y estructura del lugar. La distribución de las habitaciones, la amplitud y el diseño, lo hace perfecto. La zona de la playa está cerca del hotel. Me encantó que llevarán el desayuno a cada bungalow de forma personalizada, comer afuera con semejante paisaje, lo hizo relajante y mágico.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rolando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The area is great, overall very central, check in was easy and quick, rooms where clean. Overall a great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a lovely hotel. The staff, each and every one of them, were great. So friendly and responsive!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Espacioso y bonitos bungalow con mucha naturaleza alrededor, vimos muchos monos. Buen desayuno servido en la terraza. Disponibilidad de sillas y toallas para la piscina y playa, acceso a la playa cruzando la calle. Cerca de restaurantes y supermercado. Muy agradable el trato de todo el personal. Volveremos
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I highly recommend Hotel Manala. The staff is incredibly helpful and friendly. The breakfast was amazing. The bungalow I stayed in had a quality that made it feel like a home away from home. I will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is what I would consider an old school typical Costa Rican hotel. Growing up here me and my family went to a lot of hotels like this. Very peaceful and quiet. Friendly staff. Breakfast brought to your room every morning. Conveniently located to food and beach. Enjoy our stay a lot. Nothing luxury but a great place all around. Would definitely recommend it. The rooms are very private
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Was a nice stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Across the street from the main road to the beach- several restaurants within walking distance- short drive to other restaurants and shopping. Rooms were big and spacious- friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alvaro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Muy linda recomendado
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was lovely, so was the staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is conveniently located on the Main Street. However, the customer service has room for improvement. For instance, we requested tea and coffee for the breakfast but we were told that only one option was allowed. Also, the breakfast is left outside the room uncovered which leaves subject to animals and insects. Finally we asked for a 110V outlet to plug our electric car, at first the front desk assistant allowed to let us use an outlet inside the reception office later we had to move the car because it was blocking the entrance. At the end, the manager allowed to use an extension cord until they closed the office at 8 pm.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Pierre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

En pleine Nature

De passage, juste une nuit mais fort agréable et reposante. NB: beaucoup de poussières dans les rues, beaucoup
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mercedes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a long and amazing stay at Manala. The property is beatiful , to the location is perfect , the staff is fantastic. I could not recommend this place enough and will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Brandon, EULESS

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was beautiful and the staff were very friendly. Walking distance to shops/restaurants and across the street from the beach. The bed was terrible. The indentations in the mattress were so deep on both sides you had to sleep in them otherwise you would roll into them or sleep very uncomfortably. They created back pains and as a couple we had to sleep apart/no cuddling for the misses. The other issue we saw were the throw pillows are not washed...I went to use one to sit up straight as watching TV and it was dirty along with what appeared to be a small blood stain on it. Had it not been for these two issues I would have gave 5 stars. Now to be fair, we did not address the issues while there. We had just driven 8 hours and didn't have the energy. Had we, I would like to think they would have helped however they could, but these issues should have been addressed before we got there.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic

Fantastic spot. Very helpful and friendly staff with an amazing location. An authentic retreat from the busy street. Very much appreciated the experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot right on the strip. Excellent location. Breakfast was amazing and delivered to our front porch every morning
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A wonderful night and the best breakfast.

We stayed over at the hotel for one night while waiting for our long-term rental to be ready. The rooms were spacious and we spent a lovely day by the pool and at the nearby beach. We were particularly impressed that the room included 2 beach chairs that we could talk with us to watch the spectacular Santa Teresa sunset that night. We dined at El Facon Grill next door and enjoyed great food and live music, and there's even a great coffee shop (Cafca Cafe) that whips up amazing smoothies, just steps away. The bed was very comfortable and overall it was a great stay. I would not hesitate to return and would happily have stayed longer. In the morning, breakfast was delivered to our patio and it was outstanding... The granola with yoghurt and fruit was particularly tasty and we were so full we skipped lunch that day. I would not hesitate to recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a great place in Santa Teresa, away from the traffic jams and noise of the downtown core.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

aj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location five minutes walk to the beach. Great service.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Gerardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
LA ubicación
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carlotta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sehr schöne Unterkunft

Wunderschön mitten im Regenwald, zum Strand ist es es auch nicht weit. Gut ausgestattet, praktisch waren die Campingstühle für den Beach und der Regenschirm für tropische Regengüsse! Frühstück wurde auf aufs Zimmer serviert,war fein
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021