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An outdoor restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery.

A reception area with a bamboo reception desk, a wooden door, and a potted plant.

A wooden building with a green pathway leading to a door.

A bed with towels arranged in the shape of two swans, a wooden headboard, two bedside lamps, and a painting of a sea turtle on the wall.

1. Mi Vida Lodge

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NZ$232

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A fenced outdoor area with a concrete floor, surrounded by trees and a small building in the background.

A house with a red roof, white walls, and wooden doors.

A dormitory room with bunk beds and a wooden door.

2. Posada Alroma - Hostel

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NZ$53

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A large, clear blue pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

A beach with rocky foreground, calm waves, and dense green foliage in the background.

A covered outdoor area with a hammock, wooden chairs, and a view of a garden.

A bar setting with various drinks, a menu, and bar tools.

3. Villas Rio Mar

Bahía Ballena

Henry

NZ$194

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A beach with a sandy shore, a palm tree, and rocky outcrops in the background.

A row of small, single-story buildings with wooden doors and a garden area in front.

A two-story building with a courtyard, outdoor seating, and a hammock.

A courtyard with a hammock, potted plants, and a pathway.

4. Tropical Sands Dominical Eco Inn

Bahía Ballena

Keith

NZ$102

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A wooden staircase surrounded by lush greenery and plants.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a rock formation, and greenery.

An indoor restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by lush green plants.

A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

5. Hotel Diuwak

Bahía Ballena

Anamaria

NZ$158

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A person sitting on a beach with a surfboard, surrounded by trees and ocean waves.

A dining area with a table set for two, featuring a vase with a red flower, a plate of fruit, and two cups.

A dining table with a white cup, a blue vase with a red flower, a plate with a mango and bananas, and a jar of sugar.

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, a window with curtains, and a wall mural of a tree.

6. Mavi Surf Hotel

Bahía Ballena

Ellen

NZ$281

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A white pickup truck parked on a dirt path surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A swimming pool with a tiled deck and a palm tree in the background.

A pool table in a room with large windows and a view of greenery outside.

A kitchen with a dark wooden cabinet, a microwave, and a tiled floor.

7. Mata Palo Beach Club

Savegre

NZ$97

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A pool surrounded by lush greenery and a few buildings with red roofs.

A bedroom with a bed, two pillows, a window with curtains, and a wooden shelf unit.

A wooden rocking chair in a covered outdoor area with a stone floor and a view of lush greenery.

A cozy living room with wooden furniture, a refrigerator, and a fan.

8. Hacienda Barú Lodge

Savegre

Steven

NZ$161

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A gazebo with a tiled roof surrounded by lush greenery and various plants.

A swimming pool with blue umbrellas and lounge chairs.

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden rocking chairs and a dining table.

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a TV, a desk, and a dining area.

9. La Foresta Nature Resort

Quepos

Charles

NZ$193

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A coastal property with a balcony overlooking the sea, surrounded by lush greenery.

A balcony with two beds, a ceiling fan, and a view of the ocean.

A staircase leading to a scenic overlook with a view of the ocean.

Two massage tables with white linens and pillows, a wooden chair, and a view of the ocean.

10. Villas Alturas

Bahía Ballena

Tana

NZ$246

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A wooden gazebo with two wicker chairs overlooking a clear blue infinity pool.

A dining table with various dishes and utensils, set against a backdrop of a swimming pool and lush greenery.

A modern two-story house with a covered outdoor dining area and a small gazebo.

A wooden deck with wicker chairs and a glass table, overlooking a lush landscape with a sunset.

11. Lapazul

Savegre

James

NZ$644

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A thatched-roof structure with a wooden deck and surrounding lush greenery.

A person sliding down a water slide surrounded by lush greenery.

A rustic wooden structure with a green roof, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

A cozy tented accommodation with two wooden beds, a small bathroom, and a view of the outdoors.

12. Rafiki Safari Lodge

Río Nuevo

Christopher

NZ$370

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a glass table, overlooking a lush garden and distant hills.

A dining area with a table and wicker chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of the ocean through a window.

A wooden pathway through a dense, green forest.

A bar area with wicker chairs, a wooden counter, and hanging decorative lights.

13. Hotel Cuna Del Angel

Bahía Ballena

Charles

NZ$283

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

An open-air restaurant with bamboo structures, wooden tables, and chairs.

A bartender pouring a drink into a glass at a bar with shelves of liquor bottles in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a wooden pillar, a black door, and a window with curtains.

14. Hotel el Páramo

Paramo

maria

NZ$93

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A wooden deck with two swing beds, a large potted plant, and a view of the mountains.

A modern living room with a large TV, wooden furniture, and a view of the outdoors.

A spacious living area with a wooden floor, a white sofa, wicker chairs, and a dining area with wooden furniture.

A large, modern house with a pool and solar panels, surrounded by lush green hills and a cloudy sky.

15. Lamangata Luxury Surf Resort - All Inclusive

Lagunas de Baru

"Lamangata was absolutely amazing! I stayed there for a work trip as a corporate pilot and my copilot also stayed there. While we were technically there for work it did not feel that way, but more so a paid vacation. I really enjoyed the relaxed home-like atmosphere where the whole resort is truly your home. The Playa Dominicalito room has such a beautiful view from the balcony. Even more amazing was the quality of the food. Every meal was cooked from scratch with local organic fruits,...

Andrew

NZ$1,180

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar area, and a view of the pool.

A corridor with a wooden floor, a large white bathtub, and a glass door leading to a bathroom.

A resort with a pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the surrounding greenery and hills.

An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a large water feature, and umbrellas.

16. Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa

Bahía Ballena

Martin

NZ$366

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A small, thatched-roof hut with a wooden deck and a single bed.

A wooden interior with a staircase, dining area, kitchen, and large windows.

A pool area with a wooden deck, a covered seating area, and a house with a red roof.

A beach with waves, a clear sky, and a distant mountain range.

17. Paradise Lodge

Barú

Carl

NZ$203

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A swimming pool with a view of the sea and a tropical landscape.

A room with a large window overlooking a body of water and a distant landmass.

A modern building with a reception area, surrounded by lush greenery and a paved pathway leading to the entrance.

An aerial view of a coastal area with two beaches separated by dense forest, surrounded by lush greenery.

18. El Faro Containers Beach Hotel

Manuel Antonio

Rodrigo

NZ$175

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

An outdoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered seating area.

A building with a covered entrance, outdoor seating area, and decorative star wall art.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a wall clock.

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a small garden, and a building with a tiled roof.

19. Hotel Zima

San Isidro de El General

Daniel

NZ$222

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A cozy tented accommodation with a bed, a wooden bench, a hanging light fixture, and a small sink.

A cozy, tent-style bedroom with a wooden floor, a bed with a green leaf-patterned bedspread, and a small wooden nightstand with a lamp.

A cozy, triangular bedroom with a large window offering a scenic view.

A bathroom with a wooden interior, a glass shower enclosure, a toilet, a sink, and a hot tub with a wooden tray holding fruits and a bottle.

20. Quimera Hotel

San Isidro de El General

Carlos

NZ$89

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Surfers catch perfect waves along this pristine beach where sea turtles often nest in the golden sand. Hike nearby trails in Manuel Antonio National Park or join local fishermen for authentic catch-and-release adventures.

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Top Playa Matapalo Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Playa Matapalo

Igloo Beach Lodge

8/10 Good

"The only reason one star was removed was because there should be better doors for the igloos and a locking option on the inside. The reason your guests find this important is because if we are inside changing and do not hear knocking, the cleaning staff will enter. This is not ok. The only issue is the window covering does not fully cover the window. I don’t think it’s appropriate for people to be able to see in my room while we are supposed to have privacy. Other than those things, this place is excellent.we have stay at this place five times I believe for a minimum of three nights each time. The staff is very personable. The restaurant is decent. The lunch/dinner menu tastes better than the breakfast menu. But both are still decent. They make excellent drinks at the restaurant. My other minor complaint is that you need more pool towels for your guests. Waiting until 3pm for them to be cleaned isn’t ok. We were going to try to keep and reuse ours the next day so we wouldn’t have the issue… but the cleaning teams takes them. Not sure why as we were trying to reduce and reuse. Anyway, we would definitely go to this resort again. There are a few very easy improvements I have requested. :)"

Parador Nature Resort and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful hotel - spread over large property, latge room, clean, great staff, great pool with wonderful view. Recommended."

Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio

10/10 Excellent

"This place was great. Beautiful views and access to the beach."

Hotel Plaza Yara

10/10 Excellent

"Loved Plaza Yara!!! Everything was amazing; the room, the staff, the breakfast, the location, the wildlife. Highly recommend this hotel."

LAYAN Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Sin pensarlo volvería a quedarme en el hotel, buena ubicación, limpias y trato amable.!! Buen desayuno.!!"

ECOTICA Boutique Hotel & Spa.

10/10 Excellent

"Perfecta para parejas"

Gaia Hotel And Reserve - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent

"Hello, My wife and I stayed here for 4 days. The service was incredible, breakfast included , and they even upgraded our room. Would recommend anyone to stay here if they never have visited Costa Rica. The staff provided great service and recommendations. It felt like I was in the show White Lotus lol"

The Falls by Lalibela

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent staff from the front desk to the restaurant to housekeeping."

Hotel La Posada and Jungle

10/10 Excellent

"This is a great place to stay in Manuel Antonio. It is a 2 minute walk to the national park. We had a delicious included breakfast. The rooms were clean and fine for our family of 5. Ronny at the front desk was super helpful and friendly. He gave us so many tips for dining, going to the national park and parking. He also kept our luggage safely at the front desk so we didn’t have to leave it in the car when we were in the park. You will need to park across the street and down a small side street from the hotel but it wasn’t an issue for us."

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Sueños de maria

Uvita Bahía Ballena Osa

NZ$82

11 Oct - 12 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (9 reviews)

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NZ$126

25 Oct - 26 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Tico Tico Villas Adult Only

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includes taxes & fees

9.6/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews)

Alborada Boutique Stay

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NZ$162

16 Oct - 17 Oct

includes taxes & fees

10/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)

Hotel Flor Blanca

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NZ$212

7 Oct - 8 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (274 reviews)

Villas Nicolás - Adults Only

4th KM, 618 Route Quepos Puntarenas

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9.6/10 Exceptional! (401 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to go to Playa Matapalo?

The best time to go to Playa Matapalo is during the dry season, which runs from December to April.During these months, you'll experience consistent sunny weather with minimal rainfall, making it ideal for enjoying the beach and outdoor activities. The Pacific Ocean is typically calm and clear, great for swimming, snorkelling, and surfing. While this is the most popular time to visit, and therefore you might find more people, the weather truly makes up for it.For those who prefer a slightly quieter experience and don't mind occasional afternoon showers, the shoulder months of May, November, and early December can also be a good choice. The landscape is lush and green, and you can often find good value on accommodation and tours.

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Our top choices for Playa Matapalo hotels

1. Mi Vida Lodge

2. Posada Alroma - Hostel

3. Villas Rio Mar

4. Tropical Sands Dominical Eco Inn

5. Hotel Diuwak

6. Mavi Surf Hotel

7. Mata Palo Beach Club

8. Hacienda Barú Lodge

9. La Foresta Nature Resort

10. Villas Alturas

11. Lapazul

12. Rafiki Safari Lodge

13. Hotel Cuna Del Angel

14. Hotel el Páramo

15. Lamangata Luxury Surf Resort - All Inclusive

16. Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa

17. Paradise Lodge

18. El Faro Containers Beach Hotel

19. Hotel Zima

20. Quimera Hotel

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Top Playa Matapalo Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Playa Matapalo

Igloo Beach Lodge

Parador Nature Resort and Spa

Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio

Hotel Plaza Yara

LAYAN Hotel & Spa

ECOTICA Boutique Hotel & Spa.

Gaia Hotel And Reserve - Adults Only

The Falls by Lalibela

Hotel La Posada and Jungle

More cheap accommodation in Playa Matapalo

Sueños de maria

Casa del Arbol (Adults only)

Tico Tico Villas Adult Only

Alborada Boutique Stay

Hotel Flor Blanca

Villas Nicolás - Adults Only

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