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Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana

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Tamarindo Beach is located near Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana, which provides an airport shuttle, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like surfing/body boarding and basketball at this hotel. Treat yourself to a facial, a massage, or a body treatment at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Bistro Cantarana, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and pool views. In addition to a garden and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 198
AED 224 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug

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View all photos for Superior Villa, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Pool View

A covered patio with a table and chairs, a hammock, and a ceiling fan.

Superior Villa, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Pool View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden View

A wooden dining table with chairs, a bench with green cushions, a painting on the wall, and a view of a swimming pool through a glass door.

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 75 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Refrigerator

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a small table, a chair, a hanging light, and a window with a view of greenery.

Standard Double Room, Refrigerator

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a beach-themed pillow, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a door with a sign.

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Villa

A covered outdoor patio with a hammock, a grill, and a table with chairs.

Deluxe Villa

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Villa, Kitchen, Beachside

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a ceiling fan, a television, and a view of the outdoors.

Deluxe Villa, Kitchen, Beachside

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Beachside

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a ceiling fan, and a balcony with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Beachside

  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Terrace, Beachside

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard with a patterned design, and a shelf with towels.

Superior Double Room, Terrace, Beachside

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden bench, a TV, and artwork on the walls.

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Palm Beach Estates, a neighborhood in Cabo Velas, Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana is in a national park and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tamarindo Beach and Conchal Beach. Las Baulas National Marine Park and Monkey Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Playa Grande travel guide
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Palm Beach Estates, Cabo Velas, Guanacaste, 50308

What's nearby

  • A beach with a palm tree and a person standing in the distance.
    Grande Beach
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A beach with clear blue water, rocky outcrops, and a sandy shore.
    Conchal Beach
    36 min drive - 16.4 km
  • A coastal landscape with a beach, boats, and dense greenery.
    Tamarindo Beach
    52 min drive - 23.7 km
  • A coastal town with a beach, a large building complex, and mountains in the background.
    Flamingo Beach
    54 min drive - 25.0 km
  • A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, a winding river, and a residential area with buildings on a hillside.
    Playa Langosta
    62 min drive - 26.5 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO)
    41 min drive

Restaurants

  • Restaurante Brisa Mar
    31 min drive
  • Walter's
    31 min drive
  • Tabú
    32 min drive
  • Tamaonda
    31 min drive
  • Chiquita’s
    32 min drive

About this property

Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana

  • Hotel near Tamarindo Beach
  • Consider a stay at Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana and take advantage of an airport shuttle, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like surfing/body boarding and basketball at this hotel. Indulge in a facial, a massage, and a body treatment at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Bistro Cantarana, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and pool views. In addition to a garden and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).
  • Other perks include:
    • 2 outdoor pools along with sun loungers
    • Free self parking
    • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and an outdoor pickleball court
    • A TV in the lobby, scooter rentals, and barbecue grills
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana boast comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and shampoo
    • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and limited housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bistro Cantarana

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Basketball
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pickleball court
  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • Surf lessons
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (weekdays only)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Facials
  • 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.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 40
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the 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 7:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 1 to October 31:
  • One of the dining venues
  • Bar/Lounge

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 150.0 per stay

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 120 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Pet deposit: USD 150.0 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night
  • Late check-out fee: USD 40 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; 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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana?

As of 20 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana on 23 August 2026 start from AED 198, 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 Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 150.0 per stay and a fee of USD 10 per pet, per night.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 40 (subject to availability).

Does Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 120 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana located?

Located in Palm Beach Estates, this spa hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Grande Beach and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Las Baulas National Marine Park. Ventanas Beach and Tamarindo Church are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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