La Mariposa Hotel near Playitas Beach offers a tropical retreat with beach and poolside bars. Enjoy international dishes at Le Papillon restaurant, spa treatments, complimentary full breakfast, and WiFi. Guests praise the exceptional service.
Located in Manuel Antonio, a neighborhood in Quepos, La Mariposa Hotel is in a shopping district and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Biesanz Beach and Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Marina Pez Vela. Nauyaca Waterfalls is another place to visit that comes recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cave exploring. Visit our Quepos travel guide
100 meters southeast of Plaza Vista, Manuel Antonio, Quepos, Puntarenas, 60601
What's nearby
Playa Espadilla
19 min walk - 1.6 km
Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge
5 min drive - 2.1 km
Biesanz Beach
7 min drive - 1.5 km
Playitas Beach
6 min drive - 1.1 km
Playa La Macha
11 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
Quepos (XQP)
22 min drive
Restaurants
El Avión Restaurant
11 min walk
Restaurante Cerdo Feliz
18 min walk
El Patio de Café Milagro
3 min walk
Namaste
8 min walk
Pasion Steak
2 min drive
About this property
La Mariposa Hotel
Family-friendly hotel remodeled in 2022 and located near Biesanz Beach
Located close to Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and Marina Pez Vela, La Mariposa Hotel provides free full breakfast, 3 beach bars, and 2 poolside bars. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this hotel. Treat yourself to spa services, such as reflexology, Ayurvedic treatments, or a deep-tissue massage. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Le Papillon, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a swim-up bar and a free grocery shopping service.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
4 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sun loungers, pool umbrellas, and a swim-up bar
Free self parking
Limo/town car service, bike rentals, and babysitting (surcharge)
A porter/bellhop, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, pool, and helpful staff
Room features
All 60 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like free WiFi and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Highchairs, childcare services, and free infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding and Egyptian cotton sheets
Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 300 km
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/truck parking on site
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 (surcharge)
In-room crib
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.
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
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: CRC 120000.00 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
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
Property Registration Number 3102721950
We should mention
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
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
Frequently asked questions
Does La Mariposa Hotel have a pool?
Yes, this property has 4 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
How much does it cost to stay at La Mariposa Hotel?
As of 2026/3/12, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Mariposa Hotel on 2026/3/13 start from NT$13,940, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is La Mariposa Hotel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at La Mariposa Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at La Mariposa Hotel?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Does La Mariposa Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of CRC 120000.00 per vehicle applies.
Where is La Mariposa Hotel located?
This family-friendly Quepos hotel is located near the airport, within 3 mi (5 km) of Biesanz Beach, Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and Marina Pez Vela.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
La Mariposa Hotel Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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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.
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!!!
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.
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
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.
Rooms are spacious with amazing views, the location and nature all round is breathtaking - we saw sloths, capuchins, macaws and Titi monkeys right from our balcony and at the hotel itself! The sunsets at the pool were out of a picture postcard. Service is prompt and courteous throughout. We wish we could stay longer - we hope to return soon.
JAYDEEP
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Oleksandr
2025/12/28
It’s a very well located hotel, amazing views from the room. Infinity pool is beautiful. We had a corner room and would be nice to have a couch and comfortable chairs in the room. We would definitely return to La Mariposa .
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.
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.
Beautiful property, comfortable and spacious rooms. Stunning views. Exceptional service ? Concierge - Alan and waitstaff - John and Diego were friendly and attentive! Bonus was the sloth walking the rafters after dinner. Once in a lifetime experience.
Highly recommend !
La Marioposa is in a beautiful location. The building and rooms are situated for unbelievable views of the ocean and forest. There is a lot of wildlife on the property that you can see from your balcony monkeys, birds, sloths. They even have a adorable resident baby sloth. The staff are exceptional and work extremely hard to make sure you enjoy your vacation. We were fortunate to have Alan, Oscar and David at the front desk and they bent over backwards to support any requests we had or provide good background on tours etc. The complimentary breakfast is really good. It is buffet style with a lot of options. The Papillion Restaurant for dinner and pool bar also serve really good food and drinks. The wait staff are extremely gracious. A magical location and definitely a place I would love to come back to. Thank you Mariposa.
Clean room, great staff, close to Manuel Antonio and the beach. I actually was able to walk to the beach. The view from my room’s balcony was fantastic and the view from the dining area was spectacular! My room and bathroom felt a little outdated and I didn’t have hot water, only cold. The bed was very comfortable. Overall a great place and the positives outweigh the negatives.
Room view cannot be beat! Overall the room is lacking, no robes or slippers. Minimal towels (2 bath, 1 hand). Extremely old mini fridge. Mediocre bath items (2 in 1 combo shampoo/conditioner if not great quality). Pool towels are literally the exact same as the bath towels, small, white and no extras as you get 1 towel per towel card. Pool was cold, spa was basically a kiddie pool, but at least was lukewarm. Breakfast buffet options were decent. Bartenders were great! Especially dealing with the monkeys! Dinner food very good! You are coming here for the views, make sure you book a room that includes an ocean view!
Beautiful hotel, rooms have amazing view! Would go back any time
Maria Jose
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie
2025/11/5
Liked: Cleanliness
Rooms are very large and very clean. Beds are very firm. Nice balcony!
The food at the restaurant was excellent. The staff were very nice and accommodating. Unfortunately the young man who took us to our room, was probably new and overloaded the elevator and broke it. The other staff rescued us quickly. There are iron spiral staircases, which we used the remainder of stay, being very careful because it was raining. Beautiful property with beautiful views. Close to Manuel Antonio national Park.