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La Mariposa Hotel
Corner Sunset Ocean View Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk
La Mariposa Hotel
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 1,001 reviews
"Beautiful property with a lot of amenities. Staff are amazing and so friendly. Our room was incredible (the ocean view). Close to a lot of shops, restaurants, market, beaches and the amazing national park. Would only stay here if coming back. "
The price is $266
$301 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
La Mariposa Hotel
Hotel San Bada
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas
Hotel San Bada
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 427 reviews
"I originally searched Expidia for “Costa Rican scuba resorts “ San Bada is not a Scuba resort. I went to the closest town and found a dive shop. And what the staff in Dan Bada told me was true, The” diving here is not very good “proved correct. But I crossed “Diving the Pacific “off my bucket list. Which brings me to the thing about Costa Rica. It is well developed. The people are but every thing is not measured in hours not miles or klicks. San Bada is 3 hours from the airport.I did “Eco”...
The price is $173
$195 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 18 - Jun 19
Hotel San Bada
ECOTICA Boutique Hotel
Outdoor pool, free cabanas, pool umbrellas
ECOTICA Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 103 reviews
"Gorgeous pool and garden area! Great service. Yummy breakfast, but not buffet so plan a little extra time for made to order served breakfast. Room was comfortable pretty, and well air conditioned. Would recommend. We had regular hotel room style-2 queen beds. "
The price is $155
$176 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 18 - Jun 19
ECOTICA Boutique Hotel
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
2 outdoor pools, sun loungers
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 712 reviews
"Huge property yet it is still so peaceful that you don't realise it consists of do many buildings. Rooms are great, lots of families, yummy breakfast, 24 hour mini market on the property. The staff are friendly, patient and kind, always ready with a smile. I have already recommended it to friends, and in the past week I have already returned! Lovely place"
The price is $99
$112 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio
Posada El Quijote
Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Posada El Quijote
3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, 228 reviews
"Beautiful, comfortable atmosphere. Spacious and classy. Wonderful kittys to hang with. "
The price is $75
$85 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 18 - Jun 19
Posada El Quijote
Igloo Beach Lodge
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Igloo Beach Lodge
3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 140 reviews
"Highly recommend this resort for all! "
The price is $138
$155 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Igloo Beach Lodge
Hotel Naoz
Outdoor pool
Hotel Naoz
3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, 204 reviews
"The pool is a must and the rooms are very comfortable. Also, the staff is fantastic - friendly and knowledgeable. We are grateful to Hotel Naoz for making our first night in Costa Rica such a pleasure."
The price is $101
$115 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Hotel Naoz
The Falls Resort at Manuel Antonio
Beach nearby, white sand, beach towels
The Falls Resort at Manuel Antonio
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 1,005 reviews
"I stayed here for a week with my gf. Everyone was super nice and helpful! The food was amazing and the nature around the rooms was beautiful "
The price is $137
$155 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
The Falls Resort at Manuel Antonio
Casa Conde Hotel & Suites
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Casa Conde Hotel & Suites
3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, 770 reviews
"Very nice, but no services on property. Have to leave for anything you need except for food delivery is available. "
The price is $83
$94 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Casa Conde Hotel & Suites
Si Como No Resort, Spa and Wildlife Refuge
View from property
Si Como No Resort, Spa and Wildlife Refuge
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 600 reviews
"This property is a true gem! Will be coming back!"
The price is $257
$290 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Si Como No Resort, Spa and Wildlife Refuge
El Faro Containers Beach Hotel
2 outdoor pools
El Faro Containers Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, 659 reviews
"Our trip was amazing. We had a smaller room at the top with ocean views. There was a huge patio shared with 3 other rooms but we mostly had if all to ourselves, because the other rooms were vacant. There was a nice pool downstairs. It was a relaxing ambiance. We saw a lot of monkeys, birds and wildlife. We walked to Manuel Antonio National Park from the hotel as well as the beach. It's also not far to drive to a park called Rainmaker Park & hike to see many waterfalls and wildlife. Highly...
The price is $88
$99 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
El Faro Containers Beach Hotel
Oceans Two Resort
Outdoor pool
Oceans Two Resort
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 702 reviews
"The view is worthy every single penny spent "
The price is $116
$131 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Oceans Two Resort
Hotel Villas Lirio
Garden
Hotel Villas Lirio
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 342 reviews
"Nice hotel on the edge of town. Great pool and amenities. Patio area was not private "
The price is $95
$108 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Hotel Villas Lirio
Hotel Manuel Antonio
On the beach
Hotel Manuel Antonio
3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 428 reviews
"This hotel was an absolute gem! It’s not the fanciest, but it had clean rooms and an extraordinary view from the balcony. Not to mention all the wildlife I spotted on the premises! It’s directly across from the beach and it’s at the very end of the road so it’s very private. The staff was super friendly and the humidifier was already up and running in our room upon arrival. Definitely a good stay!"
The price is $120
$158 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Hotel Manuel Antonio
Villas Mymosa
Exterior
Villas Mymosa
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 141 reviews
"I like it but this time it was a little rowdy for us"
The price is $117
$132 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Villas Mymosa
Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens
Bar (on property)
Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens
3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, 51 reviews
"The property was so clean!"
The price is $156
$176 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Hotel Playa Espadilla y Gardens
Karahe Beach Hotel
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, beach views
Karahe Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, 241 reviews
"The staff have been amazing and kind. Very attentive to your needs. The beach is wonderful and sloths are right by the restaurant so our kids got to see them as well as monkeys. We stayed here last time we were in Costa Rica 10 yrs ago and it hasn't changed. Would recommend staying here."
The price is $115
$130 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Karahe Beach Hotel
Hotel Luisiana
Children's area
Hotel Luisiana
3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, 1,000 reviews
"The property would benefit from a higher maintenance. For instance the "new" restaurant is not even finished. This hotel used to be "fresher and neater" . Staff is always friendly, helpful and efficient. "
The price is $65
$74 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Hotel Luisiana
Selina Manuel Antonio - Hostel
Aerial view
Selina Manuel Antonio - Hostel
3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, 265 reviews
"Super nice hotel "
The price is $97
$109 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 24 - Jun 25
Selina Manuel Antonio - Hostel
Hotel Plaza Yara
Balcony
Hotel Plaza Yara
3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, 399 reviews
"Pillows could be bigger but what an awesome place to stay. Breakfast was top notch and staff was beyond friendly and helpful."
The price is $110
$124 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Hotel Plaza Yara

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The price is $144 per night from Jun 16 to Jun 17
$144
$163 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
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El Faro Containers Beach Hotel

El Faro Containers Beach Hotel

5/5 Excellent
"Our trip was amazing. We had a smaller room at the top with ocean views. There was a huge patio shared with 3 other rooms but we mostly had if all to ourselves, because the other rooms were vacant. There was a nice pool downstairs. It was a relaxing ambiance. We saw a lot of monkeys, birds and wildlife. We walked to Manuel Antonio National Park from the hotel as well as the beach. It's also not far to drive to a park called Rainmaker Park & hike to see many waterfalls and wildlife. Highly recommended. Costa Rica is a beautiful place and we loved staying at El Faro Beach Hotel. It was clean and comfortable, had good showers, excellent breakfast choices, & a convenient location. "
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