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La Mariposa Hotel

3.5 star property
Soak up the sun by one of four outdoor pools or unwind on the beach with a cocktail from one of three vibrant bars.

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
4 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Nestled near Playitas Beach, La Mariposa Hotel offers a warm tropical escape with 3 beach bars and 2 poolside bars. Indulge in international cuisine at Le Papillon or rejuvenate with a hot stone massage at the spa. With free full breakfast, WiFi, and helpful staff who've delighted past guests.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Spa
The current price is P18,973
P21,439 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Corner Sunset Ocean View Room

Highlights

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

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Premier Sunrise Ocean View Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/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 Twin Futon

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Premier Sunrise Ocean View Room PLUS

Highlights

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

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Premier Ocean Garden View

Highlights

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

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Superior Sunset Ocean View Room

Highlights

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

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Sunrise Ocean View Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/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 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

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

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
  • ‪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

Family-friendly hotel revitalized in 2022 and located near Playitas Beach
Located close to Biesanz Beach and Playa La Macha, La Mariposa Hotel provides free full breakfast, 3 beach bars, and 2 poolside bars. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this hotel. Treat yourself to spa services, such as aromatherapy, a detox wrap, or a body wrap. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Le Papillon, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a swim-up bar and a free grocery shopping service.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • 4 outdoor pools and a children's pool, with sun loungers, pool umbrellas, and a swim-up bar
  • Free self parking
  • Limo/town car service, bike rentals, and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a front-desk safe, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, pool, and helpful staff
Room features
All 60 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like free WiFi and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs, childcare services, and free infant beds
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • 30-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies, mini fridges, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 300 km
  • 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/truck 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 crib
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Highchair
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Stroller

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
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • 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
  • 27 steps to reach entrance
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in hallways (39 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (39 inches high)
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (45 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 30-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • 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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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
Property Registration Number 3102721950

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

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

Does La Mariposa Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has 4 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

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

As of Feb 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Mariposa Hotel on Feb 23, 2025 start from P 18,972.5, excluding 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 La Mariposa Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at La Mariposa Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at La Mariposa Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at La Mariposa Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does La Mariposa Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of CRC 242000.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is La Mariposa Hotel located?

This family-friendly Quepos hotel is located near the airport, within 1 mi (2 km) of Playitas Beach and Biesanz Beach. Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and Playa La Macha are also within 2 mi (3 km).

La Mariposa Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 713 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 205 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1005 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nykia

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has the BEST views in Manuel Antonio. The staff were excellent. They were very helpful and kind. The food was good, the rooms were clean. I would highly recommend, I would certainly come again. I also love that there were so many options for food and shopping and entertainment nearby.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yves Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at La Mariposa in Manuel Antonio was absolutely incredible! The views from our room were nothing short of astonishing—waking up to the ocean and ending the day with the most beautiful sunsets was pure magic. The property is surrounded by nature, and one of the highlights was seeing a pair of macaws that live on-site, adding to the already unforgettable experience. The hotel itself was beautiful, well-maintained, and had a peaceful atmosphere. The staff was warm and attentive, making sure we had everything we needed for a perfect stay. If you’re looking for a stunning escape with unbeatable views and wildlife right at your doorstep, this is the place to be. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views. Restaurant and staff were great. The property has been around for years and is well Maintained. Landscape is beautiful. The restaurant view are amazing. Food is great. The rooms are very big with kitchenette- great for families. The staff is lovely kind and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayanta

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at the La Mariposa corner sunset room for 3 days. The wraparound balcony is of course the highlight of our stay here. Everyday we woke up by around 5am to hear the howler monkeys and see the sunrise while sipping a cup of coffee. As the day went by with many activities around Manuel Antonio, we made sure to be back to our room by 4pm. We figured that was the prime time to start watching birds fly back to their nests. We were lucky to see so many scarlet macaws, toucans, hawks, green parrots, and so many other varieties of birds right from our balcony! And then the sunset would invariably paint the sky with the most beautiful shades of red and orange. Being high up in our 4th floor room we had almost a 200 degree view of the Manuel Antonio beach, the ocean, and the surrounding forest. We also enjoyed very good spreads of breakfast everyday, interactions with helpful staff members, and other amenities that the resort provides. The hotel grounds are also very well maintained with lush landscaping that blends into the natural surroundings. This is a must stay place while at Manuel Antonio.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clyde

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view from our room was excellent. The breakfast options were great every day. Staff was always friendly. Overall a beautiful place
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel, perhaps the best you could find in the area. The room was exactly as described, breakfast and dinner were exceptional and the view from the restaurant terrace (and our room) was to die for! Very clean and beautiful property with beautiful landscape and views. A few scarlet macaws were flying around every morning and were a delight to observe. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis Raquel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing amazing amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Scarlet Mccaws in the tree not far from the balcony. So pretty in flight., Monkeys around the area were fun to watch, amazing food at the La Papillon restaurant for dinner. Infinity pool was nice. Elevator for us with climbing stairs issues. Breakfast each day was on a patio overlooking the ocean
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

rewa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would definitely come back here and recommend to people. I think it’s probably the best hotel in town there. The views are beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great resort with a wonderful staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La Mariposa is a hidden gem and we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it to anyone. Staff at the front desk and restaurant were wonderful. Views were amazing. Communication was good when they hosted a wedding onsite and the restaurant hours were limited, so that other plans could be made. The only issues for me were the mattresses were a bit stiff ( ultra firm) and our room was a bit of a hike with many uphill stairs to climb when coming to or from the hotel proper. We got plenty of exercise but it would have been good if they checked to see if this was an issue.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The views are spectacular, the staff are friendly and the pool is stunning!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Marvin, Hialeah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was fantastic when it came To the staff, view, dining option too. However, the bed in our room has to be the WORST mattress I've ever slept on. We spent 4 nights here and honestly were ready to get out of there because of the bedding situation. I'd highly recommend the hotel change out the mattresses because they are not comfortable, not remotely. Otherwise the place is lovely
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

sekharipuram

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice hotel and well maintained. friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Heinrich

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La Mariposa is an excellent property
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is beautiful with a stunning view, beautiful pool area, spacious rooms and excellent service. The restaurant was superb. A few notes: it is hard to walk to the beach. The hill is extremely steep and narrow with lots of cars. The shuttle runs a few times a day. There is no spa as listed on Expedia. The beach is crowded and there are lots of hawkers unless you walk to a quieter place some distance away. However, overall it was a wonderful stay and I would go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Allen was amazing, he really made our stay comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, Fox Lake

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
With over 50 years of traveling around the world Hotel Mariposa is right at the top. No wonder it's listed in the famous book 1,000 places to see before you die. I'm glad we did.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

kundanben

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Locaton was good
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Janetsy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room 006 had a bad sewer smell come and go from the bathroom
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Donald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
I really enjoyed the property. Be careful when you order anything at the hotel charged to your room. I left the required $200 room deposit. As i ordered drinks, which was usually just one Coke Zero, at the bar or restaurant a ALWAYS gave a large tip in cash, 5000 or 10000 colones on one COKE. I like to get good service and recognize the service staff. The actual Coke was charged to my room which i was told to put down my name and Room number. At the end of my stay I had 8 or so $6 tips added to my bill. The Front desk said i wrote my Room Number in the spot where the TIP goes and there was nothing they can do. I explained that i always tip in cash as a courtesy to the Staff to get their tips in cash. The front desk would not do anything. The amount of money is not the issue, it is the principle, what if i was in room 25 or room 50???? It would have taken the hotel to go to any of the wait staff and ask if I tipped in Cash. They would know. I tip very well, excessive and they would know me. Additionally, they wait staff excepted my cash tip and saw I wrote down my room number NOT a tip, but said nothing to me. I told the Front Desk, if i come back, i will not tip anyone anything.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff, rooms, dinning area were absolutely amazing would definitely return.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing place!!!! My husband and i absolutely loved everything about this property from the friendliness of the staff, amazing drinks and bartenders, the gorgeous pool and views, the lush flora and fauna, its within walking distance to so many restaurants, and the abundance of wildlife. We saw so many monkeys on site which was wonderful given the park was closed because of the bad weather. We stayed in the sunrise ocean view room and loved waking up to that amazing view. My only complaint is we didn’t stay long enough. We will definitely stay here again when we return to CR.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024