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Our top choices for Playa Matapalo beach hotels

Beach nearby

Jardin de los Monos

Jardin de los Monos
3.5 star property
Savegre
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (56 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Beachside bliss at this B&B with homemade breakfast, just steps from Matapalo Beach and a refreshing outdoor pool with swim-up bar.
"Can I give at least 11 points? :). Everything was great. Lattika and her husband runs this place perfectly. Every little details are taken care of. Beautiful little gem close to the beach. Clean rooms. Very comfortable beds. Amazing homemade breakfast. Nice pool. But my favorite thing was the animals, specially the early morning monkey invasion. Thank you Lettika for the amazing hospitality!"
United States
Rita
The price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 June
Jardin de los Monos
Beach

Posada Alroma - Hostel

Posada Alroma - Hostel
1.5 star property
Savegre
4.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"The hostel had been sold. We had to find other accommodations. This should be removed from the inventory. "
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is NZ$51
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Posada Alroma - Hostel
Beach nearby

Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens

Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens
3.0 star property
Manuel Antonio
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (142 reviews)
"This was an absolutely delightful experience.Christoph, Sebastian (owners), Cristina & Alex(top staff)were delightful hosts, and provided a spectacular experience The accommodations, food, and tour arrangements showed a great level care and attention.I WIL BE back to the Tranquilo Lodge!!!"
United States
Patrick
The price is NZ$245
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens
Exterior detail

Villas Alturas

Villas Alturas
3.5 star property
Bahía Ballena
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (189 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Peaceful ocean views with convenient beach access, steps from whale watching adventures in a lush national park setting.
"We booked this last minute as an alternative to our more rugged lodge in the mountains. It was a perfect antidote! The staff was exceedingly friendly and helpful, the location overlooking the ocean was breathtaking. The food was probably the best we'd experienced during out 10 day Costa Rican visit! Would definitely return!"
United States
Charles E.
The price is NZ$266
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Villas Alturas
Exterior

Hotel Diuwak

Hotel Diuwak
3.0 star property
Bahía Ballena
7.8 out of 10, Good, (236 reviews)
"Very close to the beach."
United States
Gillian
The price is NZ$151
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Hotel Diuwak
Beach

Paradise Lodge

Paradise Lodge
2.5 star property
Barú
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (13 reviews)
"We loved our stay here-amazing environment, great breakfast and staff. Beautiful surroundings, close to market, waterfalls, private, secluded room. We loved this surprising gem and will definitely be back!"
United States
Blake
The price is NZ$193
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Paradise Lodge
Beach nearby, beach massages

Villas Rio Mar

Villas Rio Mar
3.0 star property
Bahía Ballena
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (643 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Escape to paradise with beachside massages and ocean adventures just steps away from two refreshing tropical pools.
"Just minutes from the beach, with a beautiful river nearby."
United States
Brandon
The price is NZ$217
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Villas Rio Mar
Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach massages

Tropical Sands Dominical Eco Inn

Tropical Sands Dominical Eco Inn
2.5 star property
Bahía Ballena
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (85 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Soak up the sun on Dominical's shores with beachside massages and comfortable loungers just minutes from this eco-friendly retreat.
"The location is very convenient: there is a restaurant just across the parking lot, and the beach is only a 3–5 minute walk away."
United States
Christine
The price is NZ$115
includes taxes & fees
5 June - 6 June
Tropical Sands Dominical Eco Inn
Exterior

Tropical Beach

Tropical Beach
3.0 star property
Bahía Ballena
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (160 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Stroll just five minutes to Playa Colonia, where pristine shores meet paradise, or lounge by the immaculate pool at this oceanside retreat.
"Pros: 1. Clean comfortable room 2. Pool, cosy atmosphere 3. hotel restaurant for meals, also other restaurants nearby 4. Helpful friendly staff and services 5. Walking distance to beach 6. Short taxi ride from bus station. Cons: Sometimes noisy neighbor played very loud music until early morning (2am), but hotel has no control "
United States
Kevin
The price is NZ$89
includes taxes & fees
23 May - 24 May
Tropical Beach
Breakfast and dinner served

Hotel Tucan

Hotel Tucan
2.0 star property
Bahía Ballena
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (54 reviews)
"This is a lovely hotel, it has a huge communal area with chairs and sofas, it is all very clean and well looked after. The swimming pool was great. We had a lovely room which overlooked the swimming pool, the only problem we had was that shower in our room didn't have enough pressure during our stay. "
United Kingdom
Glyn
The price is NZ$116
includes taxes & fees
12 June - 13 June
Hotel Tucan
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Breakfast included

Top Playa Matapalo Hotel Reviews

ECOTICA Boutique Hotel & Spa.

ECOTICA Boutique Hotel & Spa.

10/10 Excellent
"Ecotica was beautiful integrated into the jungle, very nice pool lounge area, the breakfast and bar were amazing, and the rooms very comfortable and clean. This is away from the Manuel antonio downtown area which was much nicer and peaceful. Would definitely come back."
Marcela 3-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
ECOTICA Boutique Hotel & Spa.

Frequently asked questions

What is Playa Matapalo like for travellers who love the beach?
Discover your ideal place to stay in Playa Matapalo, which has a lot to offer the traveller looking for a beach getaway.
What's the best place to stay to stay near the beach in Playa Matapalo?
Mi Vida Lodge is a top beach lodge offering free WiFi and free parking, located within a short 6-minute walk of Matapalo Beach .
When's the best time for a beach holiday in Playa Matapalo?
You can plan your beach trip with a look at year-round temperatures in Playa Matapalo: The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 25°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 24°C. The rainiest months in Playa Matapalo are October, August, July and June, with each month seeing an average of 1054 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do around Playa Matapalo?
After checking into your accommodation of choice, you'll probably want to venture out and explore. Beach lovers can head straight to Manuel Antonio Beach or Playa Espadilla for some quality time by the water. Make time for a range of local attractions, which include Matapalo Beach and Playa Dominical. For additional things to see and do, consider a visit to Nauyaca Waterfalls or Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Playa Matapalo?
This travel information can help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Playa Matapalo more easily: The closest major airport is in Quepos (XQP), located 14.3 mi (23 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.