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La Mariposa Hotel

3.5 star property

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, pool views
Point of interest
Corner Panoramic Ocean View Room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

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100 meters southeast of Plaza Vista, Manuel Antonio, Quepos, Puntarenas, 60601
  • Place, Zip Coaster
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Espadilla
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Biesanz Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Premier Sunrise Ocean View Room

Premier Sunrise Ocean View Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Futon
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Sunrise Ocean View Room

Standard Sunrise Ocean View Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Sunset Ocean View Room

Superior Sunset Ocean View Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premier Sunrise Ocean View Room PLUS

Premier Sunrise Ocean View Room PLUS

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Corner Panoramic Ocean View Room

Corner Panoramic Ocean View Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premier Ocean Garden View Room

Premier Ocean Garden View Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

La Mariposa Hotel

This smoke-free hotel features 4 outdoor pools, a restaurant, and 3 beach bars. Free full breakfast is provided, as well as free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free beach shuttle. Other amenities include 2 poolside bars, 2 bars/lounges, and a swim-up bar. Change of towels is available on request.
La Mariposa Hotel offers 60 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 30-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Quepos hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

4 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are couples treatment room(s) available. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and reflexology.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the free breakfast at La Mariposa Hotel. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Biesanz Beach. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free beach shuttle.
  • Free full breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking and RV/bus/truck parking
  • Enjoy international cuisine and ocean views while dining at Le Papillon
  • Take a swim in the 4 outdoor pools
  • Services include babysitting, free grocery shopping service, and a concierge
  • Onsite recreation includes bike rentals and yoga classes
  • Guests have great things to say about the overall condition of the property and the helpful staff
  • Just a 5-minute drive from Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and 9 minutes from Marina Pez Vela
  • Free beach and bus station shuttle service
La Mariposa Hotel offers its guests 4 outdoor swimming pools and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 3 beach bars, 2 poolside bars, and 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Meeting rooms, coworking spaces, and limo/town car service are available. Event space at this hotel measures 538 square feet (50 square meters) and includes conference space. Spa services, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly La Mariposa Hotel. A beach shuttle and a bus station shuttle are free. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of La Mariposa Hotel was completed in December 2022.

This 3.5-star Quepos hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served free full breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
Le Papillon - This poolside restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
A complimentary grocery shopping service is offered and room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 300 kilometres
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free bus station shuttle
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 poolside bars
  • 3 beach bars
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Le Papillon

Things to do

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Books
  • Children's pool
  • Music library
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Dining table
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Stroller

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 538 square feet of conference space
  • Coworking space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • 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.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • 27 steps to reach entrance
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Handrails in hallways (99 centimetre high)
  • Handrails in stairways (99 centimetre high)
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (114 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways (130 centimetre wide)

More

  • 4 floors
  • 8 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1973
  • Renovated entire property - December 2022
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal, and 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 6 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at La Mariposa Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: CRC 120000.00 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
La Mariposa Hotel offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal, and airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation 48 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. The front desk at this property is open daily from 6 AM - 10:00 PM.
Guests will receive an email 2 weeks before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number 3102721950
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Hotel Mariposa
La Mariposa
La Mariposa Hotel
La Mariposa Hotel Manuel Antonio
La Mariposa Manuel Antonio
Mariposa Hotel
Hotel La Mariposa Costa Rica/Manuel Antonio National Park
La Mariposa Costa Rica
Mariposa Hotel Manuel Antonio
Mariposa Manuel Antonio
La Mariposa Hotel Costa Rica/Quepos
La Mariposa Hotel Hotel
La Mariposa Hotel Quepos
La Mariposa Hotel Hotel Quepos

La Mariposa Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 742 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 167 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1005 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Justin

The room was expensive for what you got. The furniture was
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Hylin

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful! Beautiful views, great food, friendly and helpful staff and excellent amenities. Would definitely recommend and can't wait to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
GORGEOUS property with amazing views. The best parts of the hotel are the amazing views, the great pool area, sunset pool bar, spacious room with a view, and friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible view so relaxing great buffet breakfast !!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room had a fantastic view as described. Meals were top notch. Staff in general were fantastic. The person during check-in could have been more accommodating and understanding. Parking was a little cramped and down a hill. Pool was outdated but kept clean
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our king suite was overlooking the ocean and Manuel Antonio national park!! The entire wall was a window! It was a million dollar view. I said I could have just sat on the balcony or in the bed looking out and enjoyed my experience! The included bfast is amazing and the grounds are like being in the national park. We saw a baby sloth up close right by the bar and had monkeys on our balcony. Very friendly and helpful staff and clean and gorgeous hotel. Very close to wonderful food options. We drove an hour south to a beach with bigger waves, but this was still a perfect place to stay and jump off from. The front desk helped us schedule parasailing. Easy to park. Real gem.
View from our toom
Baby sloth sleeping on the hotel rafters
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such an amazing hotel, saw monkeys and a sloth while having breakfast. Only staying here when I come back to Costa Rica! Andres, Joseph, and everyone were so amazing and helpful! Food was also five stars!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning views, clean and simple stylish rooms along with friendly staff and a good breakfast.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Katia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La Mariposa was a highlight of our trip. The property is beautiful, and the view is absolutely incredible. Waking up to floor to ceiling windows and an ocean and national park view never got old. Our room was clean and comfortable, and the infinity pool overlooking the ocean was a favorite spot. We even saw monkeys on the property. Breakfast each morning was wonderful, and the staff were so lovely and accommodating throughout our stay. The property’s location is ideal, within walking distance to shops and restaurants. The beach is about a 25 minute downhill walk and there’s also a property shuttle to the beach if you don’t feel like walking. We are absolute looking forward to staying here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Adrienne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location and views make it worth it! I was disappointed that the room was so sparsely appointed. There was no where to sit other than on the bed even though the room was huge. I was also shocked that the bathroom was stocked with the bare minimum. One hand towel and two bath towels. We made a VIP reservation for the sunset dinner which required buying a bottle of wine. We were happy to do so but patrons than were not required to make the same investment continuously walked behind our table to take pictures while our food was being served. It would have been nice for the staff to discourage this rude behavior. Again, the views make up for a lot but a few elevated touches would improve the guest experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location, great pool. Lots of wildlife without even leaving the hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

JORGE

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Verry good
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great walkable location and beautiful property overall with stunning views. The only issue I will name is that the rooms need to be updated, as the amenities are very basic, to say the least.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful, with lush landscaping and an infinity pool that’s perfect for relaxing while taking in the stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. We saw white-faced capuchin monkeys, a large group of squirrel monkeys passing through the property, and even a three-toed sloth on site. The rooms are basic but clean, and the food is delicious. Don’t expect luxury rooms; this is a place you come for the incredible location, unforgettable views, and great food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful! Pictures don’t do it justice. Super clean, great food, wonderful staff
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Liam

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views. Modern, clean and nice hotel. Good location near shops and restaurants and only a short drive from the main beach, with convenient shuttle included.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Thakur Ankit

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

joe, MIDDLETOWN

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

MIchelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The view from La Mariposa is spectacular. When you stay here you can expect friendly and helpful staff, fabulous food (breakfast is included with your stay), and the occasional wildlife sighting. We were greeted each morning by curious monkeys and colorful birds, which added another dynamic to our stay that made it unforgettable.
Monkey sightings
Pool time
Sunset at the restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Suzy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We have stayed in the area several times before, further down the road by Playa Biesanz, and remembered passing La Mariposa on our way to town, so this trip decided to give it a try. It’s conveniently located near shops and restaurants but is still quiet enough to have plenty of wildlife on the property. We saw not one but TWO sloths on the property, and both Capuchin and Squirrel Monkeys, not to mention the adorable Agouti that played near our patio. Then there are the birds…. So many! The room was a little weird with the bathroom sink quite a distance away in the living room, but this gave room for a bidet in the bathroom and for that I say THANK YOU! Also we almost died slipping on the bathroom floor but they provided a second towel and that issue was resolved. The bed, and the red lights by the bed were really nice. We had a lot of privacy off our patio so we slept with the curtains open and enjoyed the 5AM wake up calls of the Macaws and spent a lot of time enjoying the view. Our room was down a flight of stairs, and we had a few tent making bats surprise us at night. This is not a complaint….we loved it! The pools are all amazing with incredible sunset views and comfy chairs. We enjoyed the drinks the staff made for us and watched a sunset from the swim up bar one night. We had dinner twice at the hotel. Both times the food and the service were premium. The octopus appetizer is excellent! During dinner we had a 2-Toed Sloth make its way by even.
Enjoying the main pool
Drinks at the swim up bar at sunset
Our private back patio view
2 Toed visitor
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Giovanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026