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Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana

3.0 star property
Surfers and relaxation-seekers find their sweet spot at this beachfront property where the staff's helpfulness consistently earns rave reviews from guests

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Hotel El Manglar sits in Palm Beach Estates with easy access to Tamarindo Beach. Travelers can split their time between riding waves on white sand beaches and unwinding at the outdoor pool. The spa offers sports massages for post-adventure recovery.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 254
AED 287 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul

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Superior Villa, 1 King Bed, Kitchen, Pool View | Terrace/patio

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

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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

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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

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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

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Deluxe Villa | Terrace/patio

Deluxe Villa

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

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Deluxe Villa, Kitchen, Beachside | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Deluxe Villa, Kitchen, Beachside

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

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Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Beachside | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

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

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Superior Double Room, Terrace, Beachside | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Superior Double Room, Terrace, Beachside

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

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Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

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 on the beach. While the natural beauty of Tamarindo Beach and Conchal Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course. 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 ziplining. 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

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR)
    94 min drive

Restaurants

  • Restaurante Brisa Mar
    31 min drive
  • Tamaonda
    31 min drive
  • Medusa Bar
    31 min drive
  • Rural
    27 min drive
  • Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant
    31 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. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and surfing. Indulge in a Swedish massage, a facial, 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
    • Surf lessons, scooter rentals, and beach towels
    • 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
  • On the beach
  • 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 1 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana on 8 July 2026 start from AED 254, 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 beachfront hotel is in a national park, 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Grande Beach, and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Las Baulas National Marine Park. Conchal Beach and Ventanas Beach 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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Reviews

Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 214 out of 357 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 357 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 357 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 357 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 357 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

YEIRY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is nice but simple. Good for a night or two. It rained all days so wifi was not good, but Staff was very helpful. Beach is across the street and 10 min away you’ll find restaurants and supermarkets
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Nestor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Personal Excelente y muy amable Dispuesto a ayudar incluso en el cambio de una llanta.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful with a short path walk to the beach. The restaurants near and on the property were wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kieran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely clean hotel with private access to the beach. Had a very clean and large pool with a lot of lounge space.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Andorra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was lovely and very quiet. Nice stay if you are looking to relax and go to the beach. Staff was very reponsive and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly and helpful staff, beach right across the street, large grounds with a lovely modern but beachy aesthetic.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Amparo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No hair dryer, no closet or hangers, no ironing board, no where to place your luggage.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The air conditioner and refrigerator worked great. The room was clean and the staff was great. The beds were the only thing I could complain about they were a bit hard and the springs could be felt, a mattress pad would help a lot.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RoseMary B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the place, the pool was lovely and mostly quiet plenty of sitting available. The room was clean and well stocked with a full fridge, dishes everything you’d need. They don’t supply paper towels or dish soap so would want to get that before heading to the area. There is a tiny store but it’s not very equipped. Also you’re in jungle wooden area lot of bugs ants mostly take bug killer. Staff excellent and helpful. You are not on the beach but you have private access to it just across the way. There are 3 restaurants close by prices are American prices, not cheap. Buy snacks and food before heading to the area it will save you a ton of money. The hotel itself has no food or drinks. Within a mile or less down the beach you can cross by boat $2pp to Tamorino very active a lot shopping, restaurants and nightlife if that’s what you like. The hotel can set you up for tours and they will pick you up at the hotel. Bottom line this is a nice calm hotel but everything you want extra is close enough to get to. If you rent a car they have parking right out front it’s a safe this area is very clean and protected. Again, I would shop at a store before heading out to this hotel because it doesn’t have much of a selection. All the restaurants were good and the fresh fish was amazing. Have a fantastic vacation. Monkeys everywhere in the trees keep your eyes open. Turtles are fairly close down the beach also ask the front desk they will help you.
Kitchen
Birds at the pool
Gorgeous sunset
The beach
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay and the place grew on us. Rooms could use a place for cloths and suitcase as they aren’t big and a coffee pot. Plenty of restaurants within walking distance and a small market but it doesn’t have fresh fruit or veggies and limited for lunch or breakfast items. Loved how staff booked tours which were very small.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Nathalie

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Outside really beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kiet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stay there for 4nigths. Very quiet place. 2 minutes walk to beach. Amazing beach, mostly for surfing. You can swim but careful for beginners surfers. The property is nice with a pool and outdoor kitchen located in a peaceful garden. We stay at room #35. Wifi connection very poor. Have to be in the balcony to get Wifi. Lack of hooks in washrooms and room for hanging things. Cafe Mar Azul is very good restaurant for your meal and drinks. Overall very nice property.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel overall. The amenities were great; there is a pool, common kitchen with gas stovetop, common eating area, lounge chairs, mini fridge in room and places to relax. There was a hole in our door which let in some insects and ants. The wifi was patchy in out room, but that could have been because we were the farthest room from the main office. There was a great restaurant next door with friendly staff. Unfortunately the mini-mart close by didn't have many food options.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Das Hotel lag in einer schönen Gegend. Zimmer war ausreichend groß. Im Bad war ein unangenehmer Abwassergeruch.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jérémy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a reliable budget boutique find in a stunning, elite area. The highlight is absolutely the proximity to the water—having basically beachfront access in such a private neighborhood was a dream! The room was clean and the bed was very comfortable. My only note is that the rooms could use a little TLC; some fresh paint and new grout would go a long way in making the space feel finished. Also, keep in mind it’s a bit of a distance from the main shopping and dining hubs, so it's perfect if you're looking for a quiet escape.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Isabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The location is top notch
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gracie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff were so friendly and helpful! Great location and cute spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tout beau et très propre
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet Rae

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was outstanding! Yorya, Dylan and Andrea were consistently personable, friendly, and particularly helpful, answering all of our questions and assisting us with virtually all of our plans! The location in Palm Beach Estates was ideally situated, where a short walk on a shaded path led to a wonderful, expansive and nearly private beach. The grounds at Hotel El Manglar were quite lush and well maintained. The swimming pool and surrounding deck areas were equally well maintained. Our room had a small kitchen which was well-equipped, offering us everything we needed for light meals and beverages. Our room was comfortable and clean, with linens and supplies replenished every other day. The bed was quite well-dressed and comfortable. We were worried about not having a car during our stay and discovered that it was not an issue! An 18 minute walk south on the beach brought us to an estuary system, which was easily crossed by water taxi ($2.00 U.S,), dropping us into the bustling beach town of Tamarindo. Its streets were lined with a variety of restaurants and quaint beach shops featuring local artisans and souvenirs. Once there, we could easily reach a bank and 2 small grocery stores. We took 3 excursions that required transportation, and those arrangements were seamlessly handled by the wonderful El Manglar staff (mentioned above). We very much hope that a return trip will be in our not-too-distant future! Pura-Vida!
Beachfront in Tamarindo
On the beach - Playa Grande
One of a thousand beautiful sunsets
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic bedding.. very clean and welcoming! Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Stefica

Das Personal war sehr freundlich. Das
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Freddy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, beach access was great, rooms and amenities were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

wendy

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
El lugar se ve bonito, sin embargo las habitaciones son muy pequeñas, oscuras, y se ve un poco deteriorado, el baño es bastante antiguo y en mi caso la ducha tampoco funcionaba bien. No hay desayuno incluido tampoco. Su punto a favor es que la playa está al frente, tiene acceso directo a la playa.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025