Hotel El Manglar Y Cantarana Playa Grande

ex. Hotel El Manglar
Playa Grande, Costa Rica View on map
8.5 Fabulous Based on 586 reviews
Editor's Pick

"Playa Grande sits a short walk from this nature-focused property, where gardens wrap around a quiet pool. The site includes villas and communal kitchen spaces. Best for beach-going families, less so for anyone requiring high-frequency cleaning."

From US$ 89 US$ 75 per night
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Check-in
19 Sept 2026
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20 Sept 2026
Guests
2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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Why guests choose Hotel El Manglar Y Cantarana

  • Beach Access
    2-min walk
  • Local Spa
    Costa Rican treatments
  • Shared Kitchen
    Home-cooked meals
  • Eco-Friendly
    National park setting
  • Beach Rentals
    Surfboards & bikes
  • Las Baulas Park
    On-site nature reserve

Overview

Situated within 25 minutes' walk of Marino Las Baulas National Park, the 3-star Hotel El Manglar Y Cantarana Playa Grande features Wi-Fi in public areas and parking on site. Located 1.4 miles from a convenient place to store such as Lydia Beech Art Boutique Gift Shop, the hotel provides 25 rooms.

Located in palm trees, this Playa Grande hotel is approximately 5 minutes' walk from a private beach. Palm Beach Estates is 1.3 miles away, while Playa Grande Surf Camp is in close proximity to the El Manglar Y Cantarana. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Playa Grande, which is about a 5-minute walk away. The conditioned Revive Wellness Center at Langosta Beach Club lies 1.7 miles from the property. For those traveling from afar, Tamarindo airport is 35 minutes' drive away.

The rooms feature climate control, along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for guests' utmost comfort. Guests are welcome to use bath sheets and towels in the private bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet. The rooms at Hotel El Manglar Y Cantarana offer views of the garden.

This property features a daily cooked-to-order breakfast. There is a lounge bar onsite. You may walk 5 minutes to Cafe Mar Azul or eat by Cantarana, located 550 feet away.

  • Check-in
    from 15:00 until 21:00
  • Check-out
    from 07:00 until 10:00
  • Hotel class
    3 stars
Hotel El Manglar Y Cantarana
Our tips

Should you book Hotel El Manglar Y Cantarana?

Perfect if you
  • Want to stay inside a national marine park - the hotel is located within Las Baulas National Marine Park.
  • Need quick beach access - Playa Grande beach is just a 2-minute walk from the hotel.
  • Prefer a villa with a kitchen - the tropical-style villas come equipped with a kitchen.
Maybe skip if you
  • Expect a free airport shuttle - the hotel charges for its airport shuttle service.
  • Prefer to smoke on the property - the hotel enforces a no-smoking policy throughout the premises.
Best for
  • A private beach on the property
  • Yoga classes available for hotel guests

Facilities of El Manglar Y Cantarana

General
  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Free parking
  • Off-site car park
  • Safe deposit box
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Concierge desk
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Private beach
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
Dining
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Dinner
Leisure & Sports
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Beauty treatment
  • Massage
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Tennis court
  • Yoga class
  • Fishing
El Manglar Y Cantarana Guest Services
  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Grocery shopping service
  • Welcome drink
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Happy hour
Room Amenities
  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cots
  • Children's menu
  • Toys

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Hotel El Manglar Y Cantarana applies these conditions to all bookings.
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in
from 15:00 until 21:00
Check-out
from 07:00 until 10:00
Important info
  • Children and extra beds
  • Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.

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