Hotel El Manglar Y Cantarana - Playa Grande

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Hotel El Manglar Y Cantarana - Playa Grande
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Overview

Beachfront eco-friendly hotel inside Las Baulas National Marine Park

Amenities & Recreation

Hotel El Manglar offers an outdoor swimming pool with a pool bar and sun loungers, plus a private beach area with direct access. Guests can rent bicycles, surfboards, and boogie boards on site, and the hotel provides water sport facilities for activities like snorkeling, diving, and canoeing. A shared kitchen with BBQ facilities is available for guests who prefer home-cooked meals, and the property also has a basketball court.

Accommodations

The hotel offers spacious, tropical-style villas with a fully equipped kitchen and a seating area, as well as double rooms with private bathroom. Every villa includes a private balcony with garden and pool views, and some units have a rooftop terrace with a BBQ grill. The double rooms come with air conditioning, and all accommodations are wheelchair accessible.

Location & Surroundings

Hotel El Manglar is a two-minute walk from Playa Grande beach and lies within Las Baulas National Marine Park, a protected area known for leatherback turtle nesting. Several surfing spots are within a 15-minute drive, and Cabo Velas Airport is only 3 km away. A water taxi to Tamarindo operates from the nearby estuary, offering easy access to shops and restaurants.

Wellness & Spa

The hotel provides a spa and wellness center with body and facial treatments, massages, and light therapy, all using local therapies. Yoga classes are offered on site, and guests can also book beauty services and spa/wellness packages. The outdoor swimming pool is open all year and features a pool bar and swimming pool toys.

Family & Dining

Hotel El Manglar is pet-friendly with specific regulations and offers family rooms, a kids' meal menu, and baby safety features like safety deposit boxes and smoke alarms. A concierge service helps arrange tours, bike tours, and walking tours, while the shared lounge and TV area provides communal space. On-site dining includes a restaurant and bar, with coffee shop and wine/champagne available, and grocery deliveries can be arranged.

  • Location: Inside Las Baulas National Marine Park, 2-min walk to Playa Grande beach
  • Rooms: Villas with kitchen & private balcony; double rooms with private bathroom
  • Wellness: Spa services with local treatments & on-site yoga classes
  • Amenities: Shared kitchen, BBQ, bike rentals, surfboard rentals, basketball court
  • Family: Pet-friendly, kids' meals, family rooms, concierge for tours
  • Dining: On-site restaurant, bar, coffee shop, grocery deliveries
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-21:00
from 07:00-10:00
Amenities
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of US$13 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, Spanish
Building
Number of rooms:25
Former name
Hotel el Manglar
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Rooms and availability

Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
One-Bedroom Villa
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed1 King Size Bed and 1 Sofa bed
One-Bedroom Rooftop Villa
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Parking

Off-site parking lot

Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Outdoor dining area

Poolside snack bar

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Spa and relaxation

Facial

Massage

Beauty treatment

Treatment room

Sports & Fitness

  • Diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Tennis court
  • Yoga class
  • Fishing

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Car rental
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Grocery shopping service
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Dinner

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • Children's menu
  • Toys

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness center
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Beauty treatment
  • Massage

Room view

  • Garden view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table

Self-catering

  • Shared kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Essential information about Hotel El Manglar Y Cantarana

💵 Lowest room price 95 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 10.3 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Tamarindo, TNO

Location

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Palm Beach Estates, Playa Grande, Costa Rica, 60011
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Palm Beach Estates, Playa Grande, Costa Rica, 60011
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Seven Cave Bar
100 yd
Playa Grande Surf Camp
100 yd
Restaurant
Restaurante Cantarana
100 yd
Restaurant
Restaurant Los Malinches
100 yd

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FAQ about Hotel El Manglar Y Cantarana

How far is the city center from the Hotel El Manglar?
Playa Grande city center is reachable within a 10-minute walk from the Hotel El Manglar.
Which landmarks are closest to the 3-star Hotel El Manglar?
Guests of the 3-star Hotel El Manglar can visit Playa Grande Surf Camp (a walk from the accommodation), or Marino Las Baulas National Park placed 10 minutes' walk away.
Should we expect an airport shuttle to bring us to the Hotel El Manglar hotel?
Bus shuttle which will take you to the Hotel El Manglar hotel with a 35-minute drive is among the services offered by the property. Please inform the staff about your estimated arrival time.
Does the Playa Grande hotel have parking on site?
Yes, the Playa Grande hotel offers a free private parking lot on site.
Can I eat breakfast at the hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the hotel.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in Hotel El Manglar?
Guests of Hotel El Manglar can check in from 3 PM to 9 PM and check out from 7 AM to 10 AM. Late check-out is also available upon request.
What are the booking prices at the 3-star Hotel El Manglar hotel?
The price for a room in the 3-star Hotel El Manglar hotel starts at $86.
What payment methods are available in the Hotel El Manglar?
At the Hotel El Manglar, guests can pay using сash, American Express, and Visa as well as other payment methods.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the Playa Grande hotel?
Specific suites at the Playa Grande hotel boast views of the pool and feature flat screen cable TV and an individual safe for security reasons.
Does the Hotel El Manglar hotel offer special amenities for people with disabilities?
Yes, at the Hotel El Manglar hotel there are rooms with accessible facilities and wheelchair access available for guests with special needs.
Which facilities does the Hotel El Manglar provide?
Top locations of the Hotel El Manglar include a restaurant and a storage room, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with 24-hour security service and a safety deposit box.
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