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El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and full-service spa

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Escape to El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection, a beachfront haven where sun-kissed days meet serene evenings. Unwind with golf, scuba diving, or a rejuvenating spa treatment. Enjoy the convenience of two on-site restaurants and activities like snorkeling and fishing.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • All-inclusive
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
The current price is NZ$753
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Resort View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Bar (on property)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Resort View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 46 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Resort View | Living area

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Resort View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
  • 63 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
  • 68 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Bar (on property)

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 46 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 46 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom

Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
  • 112 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Grand Suite, 1 Bedroom, Resort View

Grand Suite, 1 Bedroom, Resort View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
  • 112 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View | View from room

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
  • 155 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Balcony, Garden View

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Double Beds

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Outdoor pool, pool cabanas (surcharge)

Villa, 4 Bedrooms, Balcony, Garden View

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
  • Sleeps 9
  • 4 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Villa, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Garden
Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
Papagayo Bay, Sardinal, Guanacaste, 50503

What's nearby

  • Panamá Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Playa Hermosa - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Coco Beach - 11 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Playa Virador - 56 min drive - 29.2 km
  • Playa Nacascolo - 58 min drive - 28.2 km

Getting around

  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪L'Buffet - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Italian - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Makoko - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Coco Café - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Market Café - ‬3 min drive

About this property

El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection

Luxury boutique hotel near Playa Hermosa
At El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection, you can look forward to an adjacent golf course, a beach bar and a terrace. With a beachfront location, beachfront dining and scuba diving, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to aromatherapy, a facial or a massage at the on-site spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and children's meals. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities, such as beach yoga, boat tours and snorkelling. In addition to a garden and a hair salon, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with cabanas
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Express check-out, express check-in and supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 85 individually furnished rooms offer comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as pillow menus and air conditioning.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch plasma TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, free infant beds and coffee/tea makers

All-inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Awards and affiliations

This property is affiliated with the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association (IGLTA) and welcomes lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex and asexual (LGBTQ+) guests.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 1-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 1-device limit

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6 AM to 10 AM for a fee: USD 20 to 20 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Makoko
  • Matiss

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Steam room
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Babysitting
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (4,844 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch plasma TV with premium digital channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

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 30.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 20.00 to 20.00 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 65.00 per room (return)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Free in-room WiFi has a 1-device limit; WiFi in public areas is also free and has a 1-device limit
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

El Mangroove Hotel
El Mangroove Hotel Papagayo
El Mangroove Papagayo
El Mangroove Autograph Collection Hotel Papagayo
El Mangroove Papagayo Autograph Collection
El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection Hotel
El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection Sardinal
El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection Hotel Sardinal

Frequently asked questions

Does El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection?

As of 3 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection on 17 Nov 2025 start from NZ$752.53, 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 El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 65.00 per room applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection?

Some rate plans available at this property are all-inclusive.

Where is El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection located?

Located in Sardinal, this beachfront hotel is next to a golf course and within a 15-minute walk of Panamá Beach and Ericka's Fruit Stand. Playa Venado and Playa Jícaro are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 299 out of 458 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 103 out of 458 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 458 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 458 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 458 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are wonderful. Rooms clean and unique with hammocks on the "porch". Wonderful pools! We loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

DANIELA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a smooth stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

James

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

Beautiful resort

Beautiful resort, food was amazing, people were friendly & eager to please, everyone spoke English. My only complaint is they charge Manhattan prices , which you don’t expect when visiting Costa Rica
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

assi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly people and staff, amazing food and so green and clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was awesome, all of them. The food was great and had options of three different restaurants. Would definitely recommend to go there!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay at the El Mangroove. The property was lovely and the staff was friendly, kind, attentive and helpful. Look forward to returning to CR in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adriane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great resort. Would suggest better lighting in the sink area.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place. A few steps from the beach and bay. Great breakfast. No overly crowded.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Fari

Disliked: Staff & service
pool service was awful : sitting accommodation, food and beverage, cleanness
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property is beautiful and built exclusively by and for the environment it is in. Only one complaint: their room cleaning team is lacking.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sidharth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a wonderful property, very clean and modern. The best part was the staff: Javier is the most helpful and beautiful soul I have ever met (reception), Jesus and Camila at the reception are very kind and helpful. Rodrigo at the aquatic is awesome and took great care of us. He arranged a boat for us to go island hoping which was the most incredible experience (Daniel and Pablo were the guides on the boat and were incredible). The whole experience at this hotel is a paradise dream.

6/10 Okay

muhammad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Food was not tasty at all
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

George

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
In general, hotel was ok, bathroom smells like mold, room was not very spacious. Half of tanning chairs stays reserved. Dinner is only available at one restaurant, very overpriced with small portions. We per-arrange transportation from the airport to the hotel. When we got to the airport no one met us, so we have to take a taxi, but as soon as we arrived we were told that we have to pay regardless. They claimed that driver was there but we just somehow didn't see him (at the video he recorded to prove he was there, no one else was around, however when we arrived there were many drivers there), they blamed us we didn't see him, didn't even apologize that we have to look for a taxi, and it was dark, no wifi, no phone service. The vibe at this hotel was all about money. I would not recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing relaxing perfect place
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Carmen

Liked: Amenities
The room service is bad
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean and somewhat attractive location, however, staff is not that great. Ssssllloow !!! And remember to use bug spray on your legs when you get there… especially if you go for a walk on the beach or on lawn
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shentika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the swing in room.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Excellent attention to detail, wonderful staff, and superb location.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig R Buchman

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

Great Beach Front Property and Vibe

Great beach resort at Playa Panama
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property itself is great - lots of choices for restaurants, pools, beach. However we found the service to be inconsistent.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Disliked: Room comfort

Average stay

In summary this hotel is not a $700 per night resort. The condition, cleanliness, amenities, gym, rooms were just very average. Would not return or recommend. Had so many issues with room keys working. Every day we had to go and get new keys. Also, there is nothing for entertainment or actives after 6:30pm.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Yelena

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is full of mold everywhere. Bathroom shower and sink is full of mold and very dirty
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

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

Great Nosara Beach Resort

Great location at Nosara Beach with great food, staff is great and very comfortable room.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a top tier stay, we loved it here, and it was a very high quality resort. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a luxury stay near the Papagayo Pensinsula.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025