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La Mariposa Hotel

3.5 star property
Family-friendly 3.5-star hotel near Playitas Beach

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Corner Sunset Ocean View Room
Corner Sunset Ocean View Room
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, pool views
Aerial view
Point of interest

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Laundry

Explore the area

Map
100 meters southeast of Plaza Vista, Manuel Antonio, Quepos, Puntarenas, 60601
  • Manuel Antonio National Park
    12 min walk
  • Playitas Beach
    17 min walk
  • Playa Espadilla
    17 min walk
  • Quepos (XQP)
    15 min drive

Room options

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Corner Sunset Ocean View Room

Corner Sunset Ocean View Room

  • 54 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premier Sunrise Ocean View Room

Premier Sunrise Ocean View Room

  • 47 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Futon

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Premier Sunrise Ocean View Room PLUS

Premier Sunrise Ocean View Room PLUS

  • 50 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premier Ocean Garden View

Premier Ocean Garden View

  • 58 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Sunset Ocean View Room

Superior Sunset Ocean View Room

  • 54 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Sunrise Ocean View Room

Standard Sunrise Ocean View Room

  • 44 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Manuel Antonio

Seaside stay .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Quepos hotel, you'll find Playitas Beach and Biesanz Beach. Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and Playa La Macha are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Playitas Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Biesanz Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Manuel Antonio Beach - 8 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Playa La Macha - 9 min drive - 3.3 km

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 3.5-star 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 meters) 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
  • Meeting 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 is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Grocery service (free)
  • Wedding services available
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
  • Swim-up bar
La Mariposa Hotel offers 60 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 30-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Quepos hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite 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

Family friendly

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Dining table
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Highchair
  • In-room child care (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Stroller

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 3 beach bars, 2 poolside bars, 2 bars/lounges and 1 swim-up bar
  • Room service available
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Spa services
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 36
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Hallway handrail height (inches): 39
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 39
  • In-room accessibility
  • 27 stairs to reach property
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 45
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-width doorways
  • Wheelchair-accessible doorway width (inches): 51

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 30-inch Smart TV
  • Cable channels

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

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

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • In-room massage
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Local maps
  • 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

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at La Mariposa Hotel

Children and extra beds

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

Property 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 (roundtrip, 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
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
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. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

La Mariposa Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 705 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 214 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1006 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Sathish Kumar

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Scott

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
DO NOT BOOK THIS HOTEL. Horrible customer service! We had a family emergency and had to cancel/reschedule our vacation. We tried speaking to the hotel managers to explain our unfortunate ordeal where a member of our immediate family had become ill the day before we were expected to arrive and they showed absolutely no empathy and refused to allow us to rebook our vacation. The airline completely understood and gave us a refund, whereas La Mariposa Hotel refused even a credit to allow us to come in a few weeks or months. We tried speaking with ownership, who they claimed made this policy, but refused to put us in touch with them. Our kids are heartbroken. Why would anyone want to do business with such a cold and heartless establishment?!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recently stayed at Hotel Mariosa, and it was a perfect experience from start to finish. The hotel itself is immaculate, with beautiful decor and comfortable accommodations. What truly made my stay exceptional was the outstanding service provided by Gregory at the Papillon restaurant. He went above and beyond to ensure every need was met, making me feel truly valued as a guest. His attention to detail and friendly demeanor made my dining experiences unforgettable. A special mention also goes to Dayana, who prepares the best omelets during breakfast. Her skill and dedication made each morning a delightful start to the day. I highly recommend Hotel Mariosa and especially commend Gregory at the Papillon restaurant and Dayana for making my stay so memorable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer, Islip

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Everything was great about this hotel, including what really seems to be the best view in the area. I did find the restaurant to be very overpriced for the quality of the food but I think you’re paying for the view. The pool was subpar for sure. The hot tub was the same same temperature as the pool. Overall the stay was really nice and the people were fantastic but I would definitely suggest them improving the pool for those days you might want to hang for a bit at the hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amir

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check out time was too early. In most hotels it is 12 A.m but here it was 11 A.m
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Valke

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great pool and restaurant. Spacious rooms, though some very outdated
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fernando, PAnama

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have a beautifull view of the sunset and the sunrise. Food is very good. Nice rooms really bigs.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

nashla

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Vacation
Amazing views and service. Very clean and great atmosphere
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

pierre-alexandre

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning view, friendly staff, pity you have to fight for towels every day.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and helpful people, with a lovely view and pool❤️! Great food!!!!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely gorgeous setting on top of the hill overlooking Manuel Antonio park. Macaw flybys all day, toucan, and butterflies. 10 minutes to the park and good access to activities. Staff was very helpful and nice, even the grounds staff helped me to find birds as I am a photographer. Recommend one of the sunrise or sunset rooms. Thank you for a fantastic stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property. The grounds are fantastic. Amazing friendly staff, beautiful views, great rooms and restaurants
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
La Mariposa was a beautiful, clean hotel with a friendly staff. The view is absolutely stunning. We truly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend it. I did not want to leave!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed there many many times over the last 20 years always the best service and a great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Iliana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anat

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the hotel, the friendly staff, and amazing view
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica, orlando

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view were breathtaking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have never felt more welcomed and more part of "the family" than I did at La Mariposa. Facilities were excellent, views were excellent, food was excellent, and the staff was superb. Allen was so very helpful and friendly, as they all were.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
La Mariposa is staffed with helpful locals, who helped book amazing activities in Manuel Antonio area. Property is well located, and walkable to many shops and restaurants. It also offered a shuttle to the national park and beaches. The property sits at a high point in the area, and offers amazing views of the park and coastline. As its name suggests, there are abundant butterflies, and also flocks of macaws and other bird life. They breakfast buffet was good fuel to start active days. The property itself is a bit past its prime, and could use a refresh. There were other oddities that we typically don’t experience at properties at this price, such as having to swap a “towel coupon” for a towel at the pool, and having to pay for a welcome drink with alcohol (otherwise it’s a fruit juice).
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Tejbans, Fremont

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pros: million dollar views, size of the room. Cons: Everything else. There were no amenities in the room except for a small table, not even a chair. I had to get the plastic chairs from the balcony. Very basic coffee with crusted creamer, no water. The bathroom was bare bones and sad looking. The property was ill maintained dirt in the common areas and cobwebs in the elevator. The breakfast was sub par, had better breakfast at airport hotel which was one third in price. Lastly, the service was indifferent at the best. Our worst experience at Costa Rica.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

rajeev

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
The location of this property is incredible but the rooms are dated. Bathrooms need to be updated. Dianny at the front desk was very helpful. But can’t say that about some of the other staff. Views from the corner suites were incredible.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024