La Mariposa Hotel

3.5 star property
Mountain hotel with 4 outdoor pools, near Playitas Beach

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Corner Sunset Ocean View Room
Point of interest
4 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Corner Sunset Ocean View Room
Premier Sunrise Ocean View Room PLUS | View from room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Guests liked:

Friendly staff, property condition

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Airport transfer
  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and 3 beach bars
  • 2 poolside bars and 2 bars/lounges
  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free bus station shuttle
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach cabanas
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Children's pool
For families
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The price is €286
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec

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Corner Sunset Ocean View Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
  • 54 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Sunrise Ocean View Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
  • 47 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Futon

Premier Sunrise Ocean View Room PLUS

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
  • 50 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Ocean Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
  • 58 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Sunset Ocean View Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
  • 54 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Sunrise Ocean View Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2022
  • 44 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
100 meters southeast of Plaza Vista, Manuel Antonio, Quepos, Puntarenas, 60601

What's nearby

  • Playitas Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Biesanz Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Manuel Antonio Beach - 8 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Playa La Macha - 9 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 15 min drive
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 165 min drive
  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 38.3 miles/61.7 km
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free bus station shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪El Avión Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Emilio's Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Burû - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Magic Bus - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪El Patio de Café Milagro - ‬3 min walk

About this property

La Mariposa Hotel

At La Mariposa Hotel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Manuel Antonio National Park and Manuel Antonio Beach. You can indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps or aromatherapy, and grab a bite to eat at Le Papillon, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights include 4 outdoor pools, a children's pool and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travellers say great things about the pool and helpful staff.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 60 rooms
  • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
  • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
  • Contactless check-out

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal and 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 6 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Guests will receive an email 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Babysitting*

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free secured, uncovered on-site self-parking
  • Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
  • Cruise terminal shuttle*
  • Ferry terminal shuttle*
  • Free bus station shuttle

Off-site

  • Area shuttle within 300 kilometres*
  • Free beach shuttle

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 beach bars
  • 2 poolside bars
  • Restaurant
  • Swim-up bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private dining
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Local/corner shop
  • Children's menu
  • Pushchair

What to do

  • Free beach shuttle
  • Yoga classes
  • Beach nearby
  • Discount at nearby fitness centre
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped hire nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Co-working spaces
  • Conference space (538 square feet)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free food/drink shopping service
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Bike hire
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 8 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1973
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Porch
  • Television in common areas
  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Art gallery on-site
  • Spa services
  • Music library
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 91
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 114
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Hallway handrail height (centimetres): 99
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Stairwell handrail height (centimetres): 99
  • Wheelchair-width doorways
  • Wheelchair-accessible doorway width (centimetres): 130
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • 27 steps to reach property
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 30-inch Smart TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Free cot/infant bed

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Mini fridge
  • Dining table
  • High chair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are couples treatment room(s) available. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic and reflexology.

Dining

Le Papillon – This poolside restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of CRC 242000.00 per vehicle (return. Maximum occupancy 4)
  • Cruise ship terminal shuttle and ferry terminal shuttle services are offered for an extra charge
  • Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Property Registration Number 3102721950

Also known as

Mariposa Hotel Manuel Antonio
Mariposa Hotel
Mariposa Manuel Antonio
La Mariposa Hotel Costa Rica/Manuel Antonio National Park
La Mariposa Costa Rica
La Mariposa Hotel Costa Rica/Manuel Antonio
La Mariposa Hotel Hotel
La Mariposa Hotel Quepos
La Mariposa Hotel Hotel Quepos

Frequently asked questions

Does La Mariposa Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, La Mariposa Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at La Mariposa Hotel?
Yes, there are 4 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at La Mariposa Hotel?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at La Mariposa Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free motorhome/bus/lorry parking is available.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by La Mariposa Hotel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is CRC 242000.00 per vehicle return.
What are the check-in and check-out times at La Mariposa Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at La Mariposa Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as boat tours, fishing and hiking. Additional recreation on-site includes yoga. Enjoy a swim in one of the 4 outdoor swimming pools or use the hotel's other amenities, which include 2 poolside bars and 3 beach bars. La Mariposa Hotel also has beach cabanas and spa services, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near La Mariposa Hotel?
Yes, Le Papillon offers al fresco dining, international cuisine and garden views.
Does La Mariposa Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around La Mariposa Hotel like?
La Mariposa Hotel is in the heart of Quepos, a short 12-minute walk from Manuel Antonio National Park and 17 minutes' walk from Playa Espadilla. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for shopping.

La Mariposa Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent!!
We had an amazing time at La Mariposa, everything was better than expected. The view is breathtaking. The hotel staff is very warm, welcoming and attentive. We highly recommend the hotel and would definitely visit again.
Ashley, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Manuel Antonio Traat.
Always an excellent choice. Location is great. Staff is top notch. Views fro. Our room were breathtaking and sunset from the patio was perfect. We had the Ahi Tuna and lobster pasta for dinner and they were good, not great. Firvthe price we expected more. Breakfasts were excellent. Great selection. And the bartender was a treat. Mixed a super drink and extremely personal.
Richard, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Slice of heaven
Hôtel Mariposa was amazing. The staff was so friendly and attentive, the pools were stunning, the rooms were clean and open. The mixed fresh blended juice in the morning and delicious breakfasts were a bonus. I love bartender Kendall and Oscar at the front desk and server Mike. It was a fabulous stay and I can’t wait to get back.
Caroline, 5-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

No microwave or iron was an issue and the food was pricey. I also payed to stay in the room for two days and because my 2 kids were not 8 and under I had to pay an extra $300. Which was excessive.
Michelle, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely Stay
Loved our stay. The staff is very friendly and helpful, the restaurant in the hotel and nearby are great, the pool is very nice, and the view is spectacular.
Philip, 4-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

Sathish Kumar, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

DO NOT BOOK THIS HOTEL. Horrible customer service! We had a family emergency and had to cancel/reschedule our vacation. We tried speaking to the hotel managers to explain our unfortunate ordeal where a member of our immediate family had become ill the day before we were expected to arrive and they showed absolutely no empathy and refused to allow us to rebook our vacation. The airline completely understood and gave us a refund, whereas La Mariposa Hotel refused even a credit to allow us to come in a few weeks or months. We tried speaking with ownership, who they claimed made this policy, but refused to put us in touch with them. Our kids are heartbroken. Why would anyone want to do business with such a cold and heartless establishment?!
Scott, 7-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I recently stayed at Hotel Mariosa, and it was a perfect experience from start to finish. The hotel itself is immaculate, with beautiful decor and comfortable accommodations. What truly made my stay exceptional was the outstanding service provided by Gregory at the Papillon restaurant. He went above and beyond to ensure every need was met, making me feel truly valued as a guest. His attention to detail and friendly demeanor made my dining experiences unforgettable. A special mention also goes to Dayana, who prepares the best omelets during breakfast. Her skill and dedication made each morning a delightful start to the day. I highly recommend Hotel Mariosa and especially commend Gregory at the Papillon restaurant and Dayana for making my stay so memorable.
Maria, 4-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Everything was great about this hotel, including what really seems to be the best view in the area. I did find the restaurant to be very overpriced for the quality of the food but I think you’re paying for the view. The pool was subpar for sure. The hot tub was the same same temperature as the pool. Overall the stay was really nice and the people were fantastic but I would definitely suggest them improving the pool for those days you might want to hang for a bit at the hotel.
Jennifer, 5-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Check out time was too early. In most hotels it is 12 A.m but here it was 11 A.m
Amir, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Justin, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Great pool and restaurant. Spacious rooms, though some very outdated
Valke, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Have a beautifull view of the sunset and the sunrise. Food is very good. Nice rooms really bigs.
Fernando, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Vacation
Amazing views and service. Very clean and great atmosphere
nashla, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Stunning view, friendly staff, pity you have to fight for towels every day.
pierre-alexandre, 6-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice and helpful people, with a lovely view and pool❤️! Great food!!!!!!!
Joshua, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely gorgeous setting on top of the hill overlooking Manuel Antonio park. Macaw flybys all day, toucan, and butterflies. 10 minutes to the park and good access to activities. Staff was very helpful and nice, even the grounds staff helped me to find birds as I am a photographer. Recommend one of the sunrise or sunset rooms. Thank you for a fantastic stay!
Elizabeth, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing property. The grounds are fantastic. Amazing friendly staff, beautiful views, great rooms and restaurants
Christina, 5-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

La Mariposa was a beautiful, clean hotel with a friendly staff. The view is absolutely stunning. We truly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend it. I did not want to leave!
Kelly, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I have stayed there many many times over the last 20 years always the best service and a great place to stay
Timothy, 4-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Iliana, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved the hotel, the friendly staff, and amazing view
Anat, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place
William, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The view were breathtaking.
Monica, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I have never felt more welcomed and more part of "the family" than I did at La Mariposa. Facilities were excellent, views were excellent, food was excellent, and the staff was superb. Allen was so very helpful and friendly, as they all were.
Carol, 6-night family trip
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