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Hotel La Mariposa

3.5 of 5
Manuel Antonio Beach, Manuel Antonio National Park 6350, Costa Rica
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Pensacola, Florida
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW via mobile

We stayed here for 6 nights earlier this month while on a fishing trip to Quepos. Enjoyed the stay, the hotel, the restaurant, and the courteous staff. The view of the Pacific from the hotel is truly outstanding. Also, the front desk personnel have the knowledge and expertise to accommodate all of your needs. In particular, Mr. Johannes Kohkemper was... More

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Palm Coast, Florida
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

My (now) husband and I were recommended this hotel by two different people for our recent honeymoon visit to Costa Rica. We were so glad we took their advice. Everything was simply amazing, from the views to the service to the room. The bartender at the wet bar set us up on a fishing excursion one day, where we caught... More

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Houston, Texas
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

The views of this hotel alone earn it an excellent rating. The rooms were very clean. There isn't a bad view in the hotel. We saw monkeys from our patio as well as the ocean. The wet bar had a very friendly bartender. Everyone at the hotel was very friendly. The hotel is not really within walking distance to the... More

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17 reviews 17 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

We booked a partial ocean view and were upgraded to a full ocean view room upon our arrival (free of charge). We stayed in Room 46. Loved that we had a private entrance. The views from the room were excellent, although I would have considered our room a partial ocean view. When looking directly off the balcony it was mostly... More

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Vancouver
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9 reviews 9 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

This hotel deserves two stars: One for its amazing views and one for the service of the restaurant staff. Everything else about the hotel was really lacking, and it was hard to give it any stars after our experience. If you look at other reviews from late April you'll see others had similar experiences. ANTS: We booked a more expensive... More

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Cincinnati, Ohio
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91 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

Hotel La Mariposa is now officially our new favorite Hotel in MA. We had 2 rooms (rm 28 & 29) that had huge patios over the outdoor dining area. The views from the connecting patios was even better than the awesome views from the pool and breakfast areas. There are a lot of very good places to eat very close... More

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Ottawa
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

This hotel has the best views in Costa Rica (in my opinion) - they are like something out of a movie. When you're sitting in the hot tub looking over the infinity pool watching the sunset and there are white-faced monkeys running through the trees --you know you are on vacation. It's in a really good location too - close... More

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Boston, Massachusetts
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

I recently stayed at La Mariposa for a week, and cannot say enough about this incredible resort. The views are absolutely breath taking and the hotel itself is beautiful! The service is out of this world, and the staff is extremely accommodating and professional. We stayed in a garden view room which was nice, however next time would pay the... More

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Heredia
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8 reviews 8 reviews
6 hotel reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

We got one of the new rooms near the pool, ocean view, big room modern decoration, minimalistic, the infinity pool was the best part of this hotel with its great views. There are monkeys all over the property. And it is located in a walking distance from barba roja restaurant and my favorite one ....the agua azul restaurant, wish carries... More

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tahoe
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27 reviews 27 reviews
18 hotel reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

I have never seen in my life seen such a jaw dropping amazing view and I have traveled quite a bit! I am a sucker for a view, so this place won me over immediately. We got a good deal just showing up and luckily they had a room. We felt like we were in our own private villa. The... More

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What travellers say

  • Costa rica(55)
  • Very good(18)
  • Main building(17)
  • Pool area(17)
  • Infinity pool(13)
  • Breakfast buffet(7)
  • Ocean view room(6)
  • Free shuttle(5)
  • Hot tub(3)
  • Friendly and helpful(3)

Additional Information about Hotel La Mariposa

Address: Manuel Antonio Beach, Manuel Antonio National Park 6350, Costa Rica
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Region: Costa Rica > Province of Puntarenas > Manuel Antonio National Park
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
#7 On the Beach Hotels in Manuel Antonio National Park
#9 Romantic Hotels in Manuel Antonio National Park
Price Range: ££
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Hotel La Mariposa - set in one of the most magnificent settings in the world, Hotel La Mariposa stands majestically atop the highest point in Manuel Antonio and is best known for its award-winning 360 degree view overlooking the blue waters of the Pacific Ocean, Quepos, and Manuel Antonio National Park. Nature and luxury flawlessly combine with 59 well-appointed rooms in a Spanish-Mediterranean architectural design and tropical gardens with walkways and trails meticulously landscaped to reflect the natural beauty of Costa Rica’s abundant plant and wildlife. Experience the stunning magic of the legendary Manuel Antonio sunsets while sipping a tropical cocktail at our "Sunset Bar and Lounge", while dining in our world-class international restaurant "Le Papillon" where Guy Bohec, our Executive Chef with over thirty years experience, winner of prestigious awards in New York and was Captain of the Canadian Olympics Chef Team, has been recognized by food critics as a leader in his field. With over 34 years experience, our personalized service and unforgettable views have made La Mariposa a top choice for the most discriminating travellers, who relish both its intimacy and magnificence. Conde Nast Traveler describes our hotel as "Eden on a ridge" and we are a three-time winner of their "100 Best Hotels" award. Washington Times states: "This small hotel probably has one of the finest views of the Pacific Ocean in the entire world." The majestic views from our famous terrace and most of our rooms are so unique in Manuel Antonio, that we were recently mentioned in Patricia Shultz's best-seller book, as one of the "1,000 Places to See before You Die." ... more   less 
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Also Known As:
La Mariposa Hotel
La Mariposa Costa Rica
Hotel La Mariposa Costa Rica/Manuel Antonio National Park

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