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A covered outdoor lounge area with wooden lounge chairs and potted plants.

1. Hotel Plaza Yara

Hotel Plaza Yara
3.5 star property
El Cerro
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (556 reviews)
"Great breakfast, big rooms, perfect stay."
United States
Daniel
The price is AED 415
AED 469 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Hotel Plaza Yara
A swimming pool with a wooden pergola overhead, surrounded by potted plants and outdoor seating.

2. Villas In Sueño

Villas In Sueño
3.0 star property
El Cerro
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Very welcoming staff, amazing view, perfect location."
Canada
Evan
The price is AED 225
AED 255 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Villas In Sueño
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tropical plants and a building with a green roof.

3. Tico Tico Villas Adult Only

Tico Tico Villas Adult Only
2.0 star property
El Cerro
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"Very cute apartment and nice pool area."
United States
Andrea
The price is AED 432
AED 488 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Tico Tico Villas Adult Only
Restaurant

4. Boutique Hotel Las Cascadas

Boutique Hotel Las Cascadas
3.0 star property
El Cerro
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (264 reviews)
"Great stay. 15 minute walk to town, but the property itself gives you that tropical rainforest all around. Staff is extremely friendly. Food was delicious and very well presented. Perfect for a stay near the Marina and near amenities but removed from heavily concentrated tourist centers. Loved it!"
United States
Juan
The price is AED 566
AED 639 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Boutique Hotel Las Cascadas
Exterior

5. Bongo

Bongo
2.0 star property
El Cerro
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (49 reviews)
"Beatiful hotel"
Mexico
irma
The price is AED 324
AED 366 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Bongo
An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, dense greenery, and a small island.

6. Hotel Planeta Sano

Hotel Planeta Sano
3.0 star property
El Cerro
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (75 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, great place to stay! "
United States
Cabot
The price is AED 482
AED 545 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Hotel Planeta Sano
A room with a wooden table and chairs, a sofa with patterned cushions, a bed with a blue cover, and a TV on the wall.

7. Villas Mymosa

Villas Mymosa
3.0 star property
El Cerro
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (164 reviews)
"Good location. Friendly staff. Well maintained property."
Canada
Christina Joy
The price is AED 512
AED 579 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Villas Mymosa
A clear pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of distant hills.

8. Gaia Collection Hotels - Adults only

Gaia Collection Hotels - Adults only
4.0 star property
El Cerro
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"We stayed two nights and everything was excellent. Since checking to checkout, the staff was super helpful, the hotel provided us with transfer to beach and Manuel Antonio's Park. My only regret was to have stayed only 2 nights. "
United States
Hugo
The price is AED 1,178
AED 1,331 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Gaia Collection Hotels - Adults only
An indoor garden area with plants and a bamboo structure overhead.

9. Bonding Coffee Roaster Café & Hotel

Bonding Coffee Roaster Café & Hotel
3.0 star property
1.2 km from El Cerro
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (109 reviews)
"Staff were lovely, food was fantastic and the hotel bar/restaurant was a really interesting, open air design!"
United Kingdom
Stephen
The price is AED 293
AED 331 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Bonding Coffee Roaster Café & Hotel
A staircase surrounded by lush green foliage, leading to a building with a traditional architectural style.

10. Hotel Villas Lirio

Hotel Villas Lirio
3.0 star property
Manuel Antonio, 1.5 km from El Cerro
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (489 reviews)
"We had a short stay at this hotel and we loved the location. Close to restaurants and tours/park. The staff were extremely helpful and nice. The room was decent and the pool was nice."
United States
Becky
The price is AED 447
AED 505 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Hotel Villas Lirio
A pool with a view of the sunset, surrounded by tropical foliage.

11. Gaia Hotel And Reserve - Adults Only

Gaia Hotel And Reserve - Adults Only
4.5 star property
Manuel Antonio, 0.7 km from El Cerro
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (545 reviews)
"Hello, My wife and I stayed here for 4 days. The service was incredible, breakfast included , and they even upgraded our room. Would recommend anyone to stay here if they never have visited Costa Rica. The staff provided great service and recommendations. It felt like I was in the show White Lotus lol"
United States
Jose
The price is AED 1,139
AED 1,287 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Gaia Hotel And Reserve - Adults Only
A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, multiple hanging spherical lights, and indoor plants.

12. Hotel Naoz

Hotel Naoz
3.0 star property
Manuel Antonio, 1.7 km from El Cerro
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (396 reviews)
"Large clean rooms, good breakfast, modern interior, pool."
United States
Vladimir
The price is AED 344
AED 388 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Hotel Naoz
An infinity pool with a clear view of the ocean and a thatched roof structure.

13. La Mariposa Hotel

La Mariposa Hotel
3.5 star property
Manuel Antonio, 2.1 km from El Cerro
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"View was incredible. Very nice hotel! Wonderful people"
United States
Jill
The price is AED 954
AED 1,077 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
La Mariposa Hotel
A room with a bed, two wicker chairs, a small table, and a keyboard. It has large windows offering a view of a green landscape.

14. Mountain Top Park Hotel

Mountain Top Park Hotel
3.0 star property
Manuel Antonio, 1.9 km from El Cerro
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (300 reviews)
"We absolutely loved our stay here. Views were amazing, food was delicious, staff were very friendly, our tour guide Jose was excellent & the wildlife all around the hotel was off the hook. 100% recommend this hotel and we will definitely be back!! Pura Vida!!"
United States
Jessica
The price is AED 425
AED 481 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Mountain Top Park Hotel
Balcony view

15. Tulemar Resort

Tulemar Resort
4.0 star property
Manuel Antonio, 1.7 km from El Cerro
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (254 reviews)
"Clean room but dated. Wooden and natural reserve. Great staff."
United States
Sumit
The price is AED 1,372
AED 1,620 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Tulemar Resort
An aerial view of a tropical island with a crescent-shaped beach, surrounded by lush greenery and clear blue waters.

16. ECOTICA Boutique Hotel & Spa.

ECOTICA Boutique Hotel & Spa.
3.5 star property
Manuel Antonio, 2 km from El Cerro
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (449 reviews)
"Fantastic place right in the middle of Quepos. Fantastic pool and bar area and lots of pricay. Would stay again!"
United States
Amanda
The price is AED 676
AED 763 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
ECOTICA Boutique Hotel & Spa.
A tropical beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a view of the ocean.

17. Wide Mouth Frog

Wide Mouth Frog
3.0 star property
0.9 km from El Cerro
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (62 reviews)
"Perfect stay, no complaints whatsoever! We rented 5 rooms for the family and it was clean, updated, the pool beautiful and the plants and vibe was nothing but relaxing."
United States
ADRIANA
The price is AED 411
AED 464 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Wide Mouth Frog
A swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees, with a view of a building in the background.

18. Best Western Hotel & Casino Kamuk

Best Western Hotel & Casino Kamuk
3.0 star property
1 km from El Cerro
7.6 out of 10, Good, (518 reviews)
"nice location, staff very good good breakfast"
United States
Jose
The price is AED 389
AED 440 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Best Western Hotel & Casino Kamuk
A swimming pool with a tiled floor, surrounded by potted plants and a building with balconies.

19. Hotel Flor Blanca

Hotel Flor Blanca
2.5 star property
Manuel Antonio, 1.5 km from El Cerro
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (275 reviews)
"The staff were very helpful and informative. The only down is that you need to bring your own shampoo and bath showering since it was not provided"
United States
Christian
The price is AED 387
AED 437 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Hotel Flor Blanca
A beach view with thatched umbrellas and bamboo seating.

20. Casa Lamia

Casa Lamia
3.5 star property
Valle Pura Vida, 0.8 km from El Cerro
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (114 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay."
United States
Lesley
The price is AED 480
AED 542 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Casa Lamia
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Compare popular hotels in El Cerro

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A covered outdoor lounge area with wooden lounge chairs and potted plants.
Hotel Plaza Yara
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
556 reviews
View
A clear pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of distant hills.
Gaia Collection Hotels - Adults only
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
10 reviews
View
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tropical plants and a building with a green roof.
Tico Tico Villas Adult Only
2.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
24 reviews
View
A swimming pool with a wooden pergola overhead, surrounded by potted plants and outdoor seating.
Villas In Sueño
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
11 reviews
View
Restaurant
Boutique Hotel Las Cascadas
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
264 reviews
View

Where to stay in El Cerro

Find the best El Cerro areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, clear turquoise waters, and a lush green island.

Manuel Antonio

The stunning beaches and idyllic natural landscape are just a few highlights of Manuel Antonio. Make a stop by Cascada El Salto or Biesanz Beach while you're exploring the area.

An aerial view of a house surrounded by dense greenery, a swimming pool, and a parked car.
Photo by Andrew Cho
Open Photo by Andrew Cho

Valle Pura Vida

While Valle Pura Vida might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cascada El Salto and Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge.

Top El Cerro Hotel Reviews

Si Como No Resort, Spa and Wildlife Refuge

Si Como No Resort, Spa and Wildlife Refuge

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful place"
Iliana Rosa 3-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Si Como No Resort, Spa and Wildlife Refuge

Frequently asked questions

What is El Cerro like?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Quepos's El Cerro neighborhood has to offer. Be sure to check out Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and Rancho Tipico don Juan as part of your El Cerro travel plans.
What's a favorite place to stay in El Cerro?
Based on our traveler data, Hotel Plaza Yara is one of the top choices for your stay in El Cerro. This hotel is steps from Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge, and offers 2 outdoor pools and free breakfast. Other good options for your stay in the area include Boutique Hotel Las Cascadas and Tico Tico Villas Adult Only.
How many hotels will I be able to find in the El Cerro area?
Expedia has 79 hotels and other accommodations in El Cerro to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Quepos area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in El Cerro, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer in El Cerro.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to El Cerro?
To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to El Cerro, head over to our customer service page.
What is there to do in this Quepos neighborhood?
A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in El Cerro are Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and Rancho Tipico don Juan. While you're out sightseeing, Marina Pez Vela and Nahomi Park are a couple of additional sights to visit in Quepos.