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Sport & Beauty 1, Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana, Santa Cruz
Exterior & Views 2, Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana, Santa Cruz
Public Area 3, Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana, Santa Cruz
Bedroom 4, Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana, Santa Cruz
Bathroom 5, Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana, Santa Cruz
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Hotel

Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana

Santa Cruz, Guanacaste

The Fun Awaits

Perfect for nature lovers
Perfect for nature loversOnly 2.2 km to Grande Beach and 4.5 km to Las Baulas de Guanacaste National Marine Park

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4.4/5
GoodFrom 205 reviews
5.0/514 Mar 2026
martha • Couple Trip
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.
5.0/514 Mar 2026
martha • Couple Trip
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.
5.0/510 Mar 2026
Kiet • Family Trip
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.
5.0/510 Mar 2026
Kiet • Family Trip
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.
5.0/55 Feb 2026
Gracie
Staff were so friendly and helpful! Great location and cute spot!
5.0/55 Feb 2026
Gracie
Staff were so friendly and helpful! Great location and cute spot!
5.0/529 Jan 2026
Jimmy
Tout beau et très propre
5.0/529 Jan 2026
Jimmy
Tout beau et très propre
5.0/515 Jan 2026
Janet Rae • Couple Trip
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!
5.0/515 Jan 2026
Janet Rae • Couple Trip
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!
5.0/515 Jan 2026
Jillian
Fantastic bedding.. very clean and welcoming! Highly recommended
5.0/515 Jan 2026
Jillian
Fantastic bedding.. very clean and welcoming! Highly recommended
5.0/513 Jan 2026
Julianne • Couple Trip
Nice!
5.0/513 Jan 2026
Julianne • Couple Trip
Nice!
5.0/59 Jan 2026
Freddy • Family Trip
Great location, beach access was great, rooms and amenities were excellent.
5.0/59 Jan 2026
Freddy • Family Trip
Great location, beach access was great, rooms and amenities were excellent.
5.0/56 Jan 2026
Kathy • Family Trip
Great place
5.0/56 Jan 2026
Kathy • Family Trip
Great place
5.0/527 Dec 2025
Anna • Couple Trip
Ein Rundum Sorglos Paket. Einmal dort und alles ist in der Nähe (Einkaufsmöglichkeit, Restaurants, Strand,…) und alles wird möglich gemacht. Vor allem die Surfstunden sind sehr zu empfehlen. Die Zimmer waren sauber und schön eingerichtet. Nur der Duschstrahl ist etwas hart (könnte v.a. bei einem Sonnenbrand unangenehm werden). Das Hotel liegt in einem privaten Arenal in einem Nationalpark. Es ist eine super Alternative zu Tamarindo, da es viel ruhiger & privater ist und trotzdem alle Möglichkeiten bietet.
5.0/527 Dec 2025
Anna • Couple Trip
Ein Rundum Sorglos Paket. Einmal dort und alles ist in der Nähe (Einkaufsmöglichkeit, Restaurants, Strand,…) und alles wird möglich gemacht. Vor allem die Surfstunden sind sehr zu empfehlen. Die Zimmer waren sauber und schön eingerichtet. Nur der Duschstrahl ist etwas hart (könnte v.a. bei einem Sonnenbrand unangenehm werden). Das Hotel liegt in einem privaten Arenal in einem Nationalpark. Es ist eine super Alternative zu Tamarindo, da es viel ruhiger & privater ist und trotzdem alle Möglichkeiten bietet.

Location

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Palm Beach Estates, Cabo Velas, Guanacaste, CR
All distances are measured in straight lines. The actual travel distance may be different.

Accommodation Rules

Announcement

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
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Check-in Procedure
Check-in3:00 PM-9:30 PM
Check-out10:00

  • 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

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. If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. 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.

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Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

More Policies
  • Reservations are required for massage services. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

About Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana

Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana Location
With a stay at Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana in Cabo Velas (Palm Beach Estates), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Las Baulas National Marine Park and Grande Beach. This spa hotel is 11.9 mi (19.2 km) from Tamarindo Beach and 8.8 mi (14.1 km) from Conchal Beach.

Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana Facility and Service
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 outdoor pools and an outdoor pickleball court. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area.

Hotel El Manglar & Cantarana Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 24 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. 42-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms have showers and bathrobes. Conveniences include safes, and housekeeping is provided on weekdays only.

Restaurant and Cafe
Satisfy your appetite at Bistro Cantarana, a bistro which features a bar/lounge and a garden view. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe.

Important Information
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


Room Type and Price

Sat, 22 Aug 2026 - Sun, 23 Aug 2026 (1 night)
1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children