Hotel El Manglar

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with full-service spa

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On the beach, white sand, beach towels, surfing
Reception
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Exterior
Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden View
Hotel El Manglar sits in Palm Beach Estates with easy access to Tamarindo Beach. Travelers can split their time between riding waves on white sand beaches and unwinding at the outdoor pool. The spa offers sports massages for post-adventure recovery.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

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Room options

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Double Room, Refrigerator

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Villa, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Pool View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Villa

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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 fridge/freezer
TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
  • 75 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the area

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Palm Beach Estates, Cabo Velas, Guanacaste, 50308

What's nearby

  • Grande Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Las Baulas National Marine Park - 6 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Tamarindo Beach - 36 min drive - 19.2 km
  • Playa Langosta - 43 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 50 min drive - 27.6 km

Getting around

  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Brisa Mar - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Pico Bistro - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Nari - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Rural - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Agua Salada - ‬31 min drive

About this property

Hotel El Manglar

Hotel near Tamarindo Beach
Consider a stay at Hotel El Manglar and take advantage of an airport shuttle, a poolside bar and a terrace. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a white sand beach and surfing. Indulge in a facial, a massage and a body treatment at the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant, Bistro Cantarana, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and pool views. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • Barbecues, a TV in reception and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at Hotel El Manglar have thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Full-sized fridge/freezers, coffee/tea makers and limited housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bistro Cantarana

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (weekdays only)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Facials
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No lift

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 40
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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

Renovations and closures

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 10, per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 150.0 per stay

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 120 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Pet deposit: USD 150.0 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night
  • Late check-out fee: USD 40 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 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
Cashless transactions are available
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
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Hotel El Manglar pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 150.0 per stay and a fee of USD 10 per pet, per night.

How much is parking at Hotel El Manglar?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel El Manglar?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Hotel El Manglar?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 40 (subject to availability).

Does Hotel El Manglar provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 120 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel El Manglar located?

Located in Palm Beach Estates, this beachfront hotel is in a national park, 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Grande Beach, and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Las Baulas National Marine Park. Conchal Beach and Ventanas Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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