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El Faro Containers Beach Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with 2 outdoor swimming pools, near Manuel Antonio Beach

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2 outdoor pools
Front of property
Superior Triple Room
Aerial view
View from property

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov

Explore the area

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50 Meters West from Maingate, Manuel Antonio National Park, Quepos, Puntarenas
  • Place, Playa Espadilla
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Manuel Antonio Beach
    ‪21 min walk‬
  • Place, Biesanz Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe

Room Standard with Ocean View

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe

Double Room Standard with Sea View

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe

Double Room Standard with Sea View

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe

Double Room Superior with Ocean View

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3

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Standard Double Room, Pool View

Standard Double Room, Pool View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Standard Quadruple Room

Standard Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Superior Triple Room

Superior Triple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Superior Quadruple Room

Superior Quadruple Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Panoramic Room, Bathtub, Ocean View

Panoramic Room, Bathtub, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Panoramic Room, Ocean View

Panoramic Room, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the area

Manuel Antonio

At El Faro Containers Beach Hotel you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Playa Puerto Escondido and Playa Espadilla. Highlights at this hotel include 2 outdoor swimming pools, 4 beach bars and a restaurant. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a children's swimming pool and laundry facilities. On weekday mornings free local cuisine breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an area shuttle. .With a stay at this 3-property class Quepos hotel, you'll be 1.5 km (0.9 mi) from Manuel Antonio Beach.

What's nearby

  • Playa Espadilla - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 9 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Playitas Beach - 12 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Biesanz Beach - 13 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Playa La Macha - 16 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 178 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Avión Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Donde Alex - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Coffe Place - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪El Patio de Café Milagro - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Karolas Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

About this property

El Faro Containers Beach Hotel

Hotel with 2 outdoor swimming pools, near Manuel Antonio Beach
El Faro Containers Beach Hotel offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 4 beach bars and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at El Faro Containers Beach Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Quepos hotel is smoke free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 4 bars on the beach
  • Built in 2013
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
El Faro Containers Beach Hotel offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and a safe. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekends
  • 4 beach bars
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Shopping centre

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2013
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

El Faro Beach
El Faro Beach Hotel
El Faro Beach Hotel Manuel Antonio
El Faro Beach Manuel Antonio
El Faro Beach Hotel Costa Rica/Manuel Antonio National Park
Faro Containers Hotel Quepos
El Faro Containers Beach Hotel Hotel
El Faro Containers Beach Hotel Quepos
El Faro Containers Beach Hotel Hotel Quepos

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at El Faro Containers Beach Hotel?

El Faro Containers Beach Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at El Faro Containers Beach Hotel?

As of 31 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Faro Containers Beach Hotel on 1 Nov 2025 start from AU$147.07, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at El Faro Containers Beach Hotel?

Yep, El Faro Containers Beach Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to El Faro Containers Beach Hotel?

Yep, El Faro Containers Beach Hotel is a short 18-minute walk from Manuel Antonio Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling and fishing.

Does El Faro Containers Beach Hotel have a pool?

El Faro Containers Beach Hotel has 2 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool.

What makes El Faro Containers Beach Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at El Faro Containers Beach Hotel.

Does El Faro Containers Beach Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary local cuisine brekkie is served weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at El Faro Containers Beach Hotel?

No, El Faro Containers Beach Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at El Faro Containers Beach Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at El Faro Containers Beach Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at El Faro Containers Beach Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

El Faro Containers Beach Hotel Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 309 out of 792 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 266 out of 792 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 113 out of 792 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 792 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 792 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Monica Maroto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Over
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The El Faro Containers Beach hotel isn’t on the beach (5 min walk) but is built into a steep hill -- so steep, they offer free golf cart rides up and down to access. The pools are nice and they provide beach towels. The hotel is built from old shipping containers, so the rooms are long and narrow. But they are nice and quite comfortable. The elevators are small and slow. Each room has an ocean view from its balcony. On check-in, they warn you to close your room door tight because the monkeys have figured out how to work the doorknob and get in to trash your belongings. I saw a monkey on the roof right outside my hotel window on the day I checked out. Quepos is a short drive away, and there are lots of restaurants, services, and things to do in the Manuel Antonio resort area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pete

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property. I had room with beautiful view of the ocean. The free breakfast was excellent, I had lunch there one day, The prices were good. I would give 10 out of 10, especially when you consider the price for the room with such a beautiful view. The staff is very friendy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Erika, Hatillo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was excellent—staff were friendly, attentive, and made sure we felt welcome throughout our stay. The food was another highlight. The location couldn’t be more convenient, perfect for getting around and exploring nearby attractions. Daily room service was a great touch, keeping the space tidy and comfortable. However, the room lacked basic toiletries such as soap, bar shampoo, and lotion. Also, while the room was very clean, they are dated. A renovation in the rooms would really elevate the overall experience and match the quality of the service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

ADRI, San Isidro del General

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serena

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great value for family of four! We had two rooms for two adults and two teens. Location was great - two minute walk to Manuel Antonio park, convenience store, souvenir shops. Hotel restaurant - the breakfast that was included was fantastic. We ended up eating dinner there one night and it was good too. Staff - quick responses via WhatsApp. Very helpful. Beach - seven minute walk. Beautiful views ocean view from our rooms and from the restaurant. We saw two different types of monkeys from our room and from the restaurant. Rooms - not the nicest, could use some updates, but the they were clean, cool, and the beds were comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Agata

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay at this hotel, it’s close to national Park and the beaches. Breakfast and dinner menu was full of choices and tasted delicious. I loved that I could see a lot of animals around like monkeys, slots, and birds.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well, it’s different staying in a shipping container but they made it very comfortable. The staff was amazing, especially the gentleman at breakfast! The cleaning staff were polite (great job ladies!). Even the unforeseeable guest at breakfast (monkeys) were handled firmly, but with Care making everyone. The only 2 thing that gave it less of an appeal was water pressure, either very lower not having any water at all. I’m not sure if that’s the hotels problem or a city problem. The second is the hill if you’re unable to walk up and down the hill, this is definitely not a hotel for you. Yes they have golf carts, but they’re not there on a regular basis. If you get lucky, you may get a ride up the hill. Most of the time you walk it and ladies and gentlemen it’s a hill straight up.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Francheska

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Really bad beds and the rooms are not clean 1 of the beds smells like pee
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

lissy, Carolina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
kevin the front desk guy he was really nice ,spoke really good English .10/10 .thanks kevin
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Raquel

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony, ANAHAYA

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

danita

Liked: Cleanliness
We arrived and it was raining. Of course it's a jungle. We were supposed to be there for two nights they checked us in and they said it's too dangerous to take our car up to the hotel because it's so steep and I guess something with the bricks. So he put us in a little car and took us halfway. We got on the elevator. Took the elevator up I think to get off at the restaurant. Walk through the restaurant and over a slippery little bridge. Then we took another elevator up to our room. So of course I asked him when we need to get down what do I do? He said to contact them with WhatsApp and someone will be there within a minute. Okay so we go to the room so many issues. No bedside tables. No electricity at the bedside. You have to step up about a foot or so to get into the bathroom. Hard for someone handicapped. So I messaged them and said we can't stay here. I messaged so many times to no avail I ended up calling the police. The police came. We got down there with all our luggage. The man at the desk promised that he would contact Expedia and give us a refund. It was done. All good........
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

CESAR

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isayra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recommended, amazing staff. Great value 😁

Staff were very helpful and friendly. Great value for money and right next to Manuel Antonio park entrance. Close to the beach also. Room was clean and tidy. Facilities could use a few touch ups and the bed was a bit on the 'too firm' side for me but overall would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yung-Yu, San Jose

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it is worthy with location, price and environment Excellent Hotel, I do like it
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Svetlana

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient place with beautiful views!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

I

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel is located directly before the entrance to manuel antinio national park. Very convenient if your visiting the park. Endless dining and shopping options in a 10 minute walking radius. The public beach is less then 10 minutes from the hotel, very convenient to walk to. No car necessary to get to the beach. If you stop along the way to the beach you will more then likely to see an assortment of cool wildlife. The hotel itself was pretty clean, only complaint would be that while sleeping it was raining hard outside and i woke up to water dropping on my head. Not a dealbreaker whatsoever. The location is beautiful, a nice relaxed getaway from the hustle and bustle of big cities. It felt safe and lots to do from nature tours to beach days to excursions found wherever you are walking. I would definetly reccommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

MARA

Location is very near to the Manuel Antonio Park. The pool is nice. Breakfast is ok. Room is very simple. The hotel is in a hill, so it is an exercise to go in and out of the room. Ok
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here!! We had a wonderful view of the ocean from our room as well as the pool! The bar staff was phenomenal and very friendly. Having a pool was fantastic after walking around the hot city and park. The location is perfect, right next to the entrance of the park. It’s very easy to get a ride if you’re looking to go elsewhere for dinner or shopping. The room was just what we needed for our stay , with a little kitchen and counter space in the bathroom. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ceith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff and the view were both fantastic!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

EKATERINA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Larry

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to the National Park. Golf cart service to take you from the parking lot up to the rooms. Very helpful and friendly staff. Nice pools! Enjoyed our stay. The upper level / larger rooms are worth the upgrade. A bit noisy since the building frames are metal (shipping containers).
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernesto, Guatemala

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thanks to all the staff, was a great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025