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La Mariposa Hotel

3.5 star property
Comfortable bayside hotel near Playitas Beach

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Corner Sunset Ocean View Room
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Corner Sunset Ocean View Room
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, pool views
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Restaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service

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100 meters southeast of Plaza Vista, Manuel Antonio, Quepos, Puntarenas, 60601
  • Popular LocationPlayitas Beach17 min walk
  • Popular LocationBiesanz Beach19 min walk
  • Popular LocationPlaya La Macha9 min drive

Room options

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Corner Sunset Ocean View Room

Corner Sunset Ocean View Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 54 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premier Sunrise Ocean View Room

Premier Sunrise Ocean View Room

8.7/10 Excellent

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 47 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Futon

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Premier Sunrise Ocean View Room PLUS

Premier Sunrise Ocean View Room PLUS

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 50 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premier Ocean Garden Sunset View

Premier Ocean Garden Sunset View

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 58 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Sunset Ocean View Room

Superior Sunset Ocean View Room

9.3/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 54 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Sunrise Ocean View Room

Standard Sunrise Ocean View Room

8.4/10 Very good

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 44 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Manuel Antonio

A family-friendly stay in the heart of Quepos awaits you at La Mariposa Hotel. Within a 20-minute stroll, you'll find Playitas Beach and Biesanz Beach. Highlights at this hotel include 4 outdoor swimming pools, 3 beach bars and a restaurant. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with detox wraps, body wraps and aromatherapy. The restaurant, Le Papillon, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. With 2 poolside bars and 2 lounge bars to choose from, you can enjoy a drink at the hotel. Enjoy the kids' swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to bike hire and yoga classes. 538 square feet (50 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include limo/town car service and coworking space. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Free full breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a free beach shuttle. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Quepos hotel, you'll be 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Playa La Macha.

What's nearby

  • Playitas Beach - 17 min walk
  • Biesanz Beach - 19 min walk
  • Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 5 min drive
  • Manuel Antonio Beach - 8 min drive
  • Playa La Macha - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

La Mariposa Hotel

Comfortable bayside hotel near Playitas Beach
La Mariposa Hotel offers its guests 4 outdoor swimming pools and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 3 beach bars, 2 poolside bars and 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Meeting rooms, coworking spaces, and limo/town car service are available. Event space at this hotel measures 538 square feet (50 square metres) and includes conference space. Spa services, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly La Mariposa Hotel. A beach shuttle and a bus station shuttle are free. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of La Mariposa Hotel was completed in December 2022.

This 3.5-star Quepos hotel is smoke free.

  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 8 buildings
  • 3 bars on the beach
  • 2 bars by the pool
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • 538 sq ft of conference space
  • 50 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1973
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Cabanas on the beach (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Food/drink service (free)
  • Wedding services available
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
  • Swim-up bar
La Mariposa Hotel offers 60 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a safe and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. 30-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Quepos hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 300 kilometres
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free bus station shuttle
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 poolside bars
  • 3 beach bars
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Le Papillon

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Books
  • Children's pool
  • Music library
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Dining table
  • Free cot
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Highchair
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets on request
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 538 square feet of conference space
  • Coworking space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift (112 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (90 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 4 floors
  • 8 buildings
  • Built in 1973
  • Renovated entire property - December 2022
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 30-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge

Outdoor space

  • Balcony

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

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

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 - midnight
Guests will receive an email 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: CRC 242000.00 per vehicle (return, maximum occupancy 4)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Property Registration Number 3102721950

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at La Mariposa Hotel?

La Mariposa Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at La Mariposa Hotel?

As of 24 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Mariposa Hotel on 27 May 2024 start from AU$453.84, 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 La Mariposa Hotel?

Yep, La Mariposa Hotel has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Are there any beaches close to La Mariposa Hotel?

Yep, La Mariposa Hotel is a short 19-minute walk from Biesanz Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, surfing and snorkelling. You can also find motor boats and boat tours.

Is there a spa on site at La Mariposa Hotel?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like detox wraps, body wraps and body scrubs, as well as deep-tissue massages.

Does La Mariposa Hotel have a pool?

Yep, and guests recommend it! La Mariposa Hotel has 4 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a drink from one of the bars.

What makes La Mariposa Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and ocean-view dining, as well as rainfall showerheads and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at La Mariposa Hotel.

Is La Mariposa Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and children's meals, as well as highchairs and childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that La Mariposa Hotel is a hit with families.

Does La Mariposa Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, our visitors enjoy the free full brekkie here! Available daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at La Mariposa Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at La Mariposa Hotel?

Relax with a coldie at the 3 beach bars, 2 poolside bars or 2 lounge bars, and grab a meal at the onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at La Mariposa Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at La Mariposa Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

La Mariposa Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 691 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 220 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1001 reviews" "

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

4/10 Poor

stanley

Disliked: Cleanliness
Possibility of bedbugs
When we arrived, our room was fairly disorganized, and the sheets indicated bloodstain. When I lifted up the sheet, I saw something that looked like a bedbug. Staff members were in the room with me and saw the same thing. However, they denied the possibility of bedbugs. When I complained, they said I could leave the hotel and go find another room, but that was rather impossible. There was no compensation for the discomfort and stress that we went through. The mattress was also quite firm. I did receive bites that had the possibility of being bedbugs. I have pictures of these bites. However, I was walking in the woods and so I cannot conclude this. The view is magnificent, the pool, terrific, but I was surprised at the lack of courtesy and compensation, for the discomfort that we went through. When we left the staff member said that the room at that point would be exterminated. This certainly increases the verification of the concern.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Tammie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Pam

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great Pool area!
Had no clue that in order to reach the front desk to check in was up a pretty steep incline. Also after reaching the front we had to go up many steps. No bell man, no golf cart and parking up near the top was limited to about 6 cars with parking below the incline of the hill. It was not easy hauling your suitcases up the incline. Should be disclosed because many people complained. Some of the duplex units had many stairs to go up or down. There is an elevator for the main tower but still gotta climb the hill to get there. Waiters were not that friendly as they were in La Fortuna.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view of Manuel Antonio and the Pacific Ocean from the lobby, pool, and room. Saw lots of wildlife around the property. Beach shuttle 4x/day was convenient.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

IVAN

2/10 Terrible

IVAN

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hunter

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place. The pool is amazing, the staff is friendly. (Shout outs to Franko) Unbelievable experience. Thank you for creating such a beautiful atmosphere. Saw toucans and macaws from the pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria, Ossining

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and service was outstanding! They upgraded us and the room had an exceptional view!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kallie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The views from this hotel are unmatched! A gorgeous property, and the staff is incredible. Everyone remembered your name almost immediately. The follow up from the staff on booking tours was amazing! We were very very happy with our stay and cannot wait to go back! I will warn, there are a lot of stairs on the property depending on where your room is and the property itself is up on a hill. This was fine for us because the views are worth it. We saw macaws, iguanas, and white faced monkeys all on the property. Not to mention, the most beautiful sunsets. The hotel is a short walk from a number of restaurants and they have a shuttle to and from the beach. We had a rental car and driving/parking was very easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024