El Cerro Travel Guide
Tourist Guide


Popular places to visit

Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge
Explore the great outdoors at Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge, a lovely green space in Quepos. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Manuel Antonio Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Manuel Antonio Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Manuel Antonio. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Playa Espadilla
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Espadilla during your trip to Quepos? Wander the beautiful beaches and lush rainforests in the area.

Marina Pez Vela
Explore the waterfront in Quepos with a trip to Marina Pez Vela. Wander through the beautiful beaches and lush rainforests in this family-friendly area.

Biesanz Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Biesanz Beach during your travels in Manuel Antonio? While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Cascada El Salto
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cascada El Salto during your travels in Quepos. Wander the beautiful beaches and lush rainforests in the area.
Activities

Catamaran Ocean King Manuel Antonio

Manuel Antonio Park – Guided Nature & Wildlife Tour with transportation

All Inclusive Catamaran Eco Adventure from Manuel Antonio

Manuel Antonio National Park Wildlife Tour

Manuel Antonio with Mauro / Tickets not Included!

Manuel Antonio: Off Road Rainforest and Waterfalls ATV Tour
Our pick of the best El Cerro Hotel Deals

Boutique Hotel Las Cascadas The Falls
Really nice atmosphere. Great staff. Really cute puppy. Monkeys playing around most afternoons. Good location. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Hotel Plaza Yara
We spent 2 nights in this boutique hotel. It was an interesting experience. The hotel reception was in an art gallery full of paintings. The staff who checked us in was super friendly and helpful. He gave us a tour of the hotel as he helped us carry our luggage to our room, and he answered all our ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Hotel Planeta Sano
Clean room, friendly staff, great place to stay!
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Gaia Collection Hotels
If I could give Gaia 10 stars, I would. The customer service is truly outstanding. We were a family of four, and after a 4-hour plane ride, a 2-hour customs line, and a 3½-hour drive from San José Airport, we arrived at the hotel completely exhausted. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed ...
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

Vista Lapas Vacation Home

Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio
We arrived late and got a warm welcome from the night staff. Our room, was downstairs, at the end of the building, huge, and spotlessly clean. The bathroom was a good size and split up from the bedroom by a handy dressing area. We had a balcony, our view was small, with some garden, the jungle and ...
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Cerro

Valle Pura Vida
Valle Pura Vida might not have many top sights, but Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and Cascada El Salto are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Manuel Antonio
The stunning beaches and idyllic natural landscape are just a few highlights of Manuel Antonio. Make a stop by Biesanz Beach or Playa Espadilla while you're exploring the area.