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Escape to El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection, a beachfront haven where sun-kissed days meet serene evenings. Unwind with golf, scuba diving, or a rejuvenating spa treatment. Enjoy the convenience of two on-site restaurants and activities like snorkeling and fishing.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Steam room
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach towels
  • Beach bar
  • 24-hour room service

For families (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Babysitting services
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Living room
  • Premium TV channels
The current price is CNY3,150
CNY3,790 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 10 - Jun 11

Why we love this property

Sandy beach retreat
The sandy beach offers snorkeling and yoga. Nearby adventures include kayaking and surfing. A beachfront restaurant completes the scene.
Work and beach bliss
This beachfront hotel combines business amenities with spa luxury. Work in meeting rooms, then unwind with massages, beach yoga, and 24-hour room service.
Dining with a view
Savor beachfront meals at 2 restaurants offering vegetarian and vegan options. The hotel bar and buffet breakfast add to culinary delights.

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Resort View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Resort View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Resort View | Living area | 42-inch plasma TV with digital channels, TV, iPod dock

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Resort View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 68 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Bar (on property)

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Resort view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • Garden view
  • 112 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Grand Suite, 1 Bedroom, Resort View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Grand Suite, 1 Bedroom, Resort View

  • Resort view
  • 112 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Resort view
  • 155 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Balcony, Garden View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Outdoor pool, cabanas (surcharge)

Villa, 4 Bedrooms, Balcony, Garden View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Villa, 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

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Papagayo Bay, Sardinal, Guanacaste, 50503

What's nearby

  • Panamá Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Playa Hermosa - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Coco Beach - 15 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Ocotal Beach - 26 min drive - 20.8 km
  • Playa Nacascolo - 64 min drive - 30.2 km

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 23 min drive
  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 74 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Bahía - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Niromi - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪La Casita del Marisco - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tico Tica - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪AquaSport - ‬6 min drive

About this property

El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection

At El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection, you can spend time at the beach enjoying beach umbrellas, yoga, and beachside drinks, plus you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Playa Hermosa. The outdoor pool provides a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, aromatherapy, and reflexology. Makoko, one of 2 restaurants, serves breakfast and dinner. This luxurious hotel also features a bar/lounge, a fitness center, and a steam room. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

All inclusive

All-inclusive room rates at El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 85 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Babysitting
    • Supervised childcare*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas (1-device limit)
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps; 1-device limit)
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6 AM–10 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Beach bar
  • Barbecue grills
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Beach yoga
  • Boat tours
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Fishing
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (4844 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Water sports equipment

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop garden
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Steam room
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Roll-in shower
  • Transfer shower
  • Lever door handles
  • Smooth flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch plasma TV
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Alarm clock
  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished
  • Separate living room

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps and 1-device limit)
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna.

The spa is open daily. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Dining

Makoko - This restaurant serves breakfast, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Matiss - This beachfront restaurant serves lunch only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Awards and affiliations

This property is affiliated with the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association (IGLTA) and welcomes lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual (LGBTQ+) guests.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 20.00 to 20.00 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 65.00 per room (roundtrip)

Children & extra beds

  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 30.0 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision

Policies

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.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Also known as

El Mangroove Hotel

El Mangroove Hotel Papagayo

El Mangroove Papagayo

El Mangroove Autograph Collection Hotel Papagayo

El Mangroove Papagayo Autograph Collection

El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection Hotel

El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection Sardinal

El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection Hotel Sardinal

Frequently asked questions

Does El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 65.00 per room roundtrip.

What are the check-in and check-out times at El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but El Coco Casino (14-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like fishing, snorkeling, and beach yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection also has a steam room and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring beachfront dining.

What's the area around El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection like?

El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection is a short 5-minute walk from Panamá Beach and 11 minutes' walk from Ericka's Fruit Stand.

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Reviews

El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was very delicious. (3 reviews)
  • The beach was not crowded and the water was warm, making for a peaceful and serene experience. (4 reviews)
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Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Room was spotless, staff were super friendly. Couldn’t be happier
Brandon, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast is not free, but very delicious! Awesome place to stay in the area!
Maggie, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing relaxing perfect place
Ana, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Our family had an amazing stay at Mangroove Papagayo. The service was outstanding, and the property was absolutely beautiful. A huge shout out to Lindsey, she was professional, caring, and fun, and truly made our visit comfortable and memorable. A genuine five-star experience!
Xue, 6-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Very nice property for the most part. My room was nothing special but staff was great and breakfast great. Short stay. Highly recommend for layovers reasonably close to Liberia airport.
Kenneth, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I had an amazing stay! The room was very clean, the staff knew exactly what they were doing and explained everything clearly, and the space just felt professional and peaceful. Definitely stood out to me.
Gerald, 6-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent attention to detail, wonderful staff, and superb location.
Adisa, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great Nosara Beach Resort

Great location at Nosara Beach with great food, staff is great and very comfortable room.
Craig, 10-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great Beach Front Property and Vibe

Great beach resort at Playa Panama
Craig R Buchman, 10-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The staff are wonderful. Rooms clean and unique with hammocks on the "porch". Wonderful pools! We loved our stay.
Brianna, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This was a top tier stay, we loved it here, and it was a very high quality resort. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a luxury stay near the Papagayo Pensinsula.
Colin, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel and staff
Jose, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I like the swing in room.
Shentika, 4-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Beautiful resort

Beautiful resort, food was amazing, people were friendly & eager to please, everyone spoke English. My only complaint is they charge Manhattan prices , which you don’t expect when visiting Costa Rica
James, 5-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The property itself is great - lots of choices for restaurants, pools, beach. However we found the service to be inconsistent.
Megan, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice resort. Everyone was super friendly. Nice rooms and pool area. Heard howler monkeys. Food was very good.
Kristin, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Relaxation and great pool And food. Pura Vida
Kevin, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful infrastructure and caring staff
Karla, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was awesome, all of them. The food was great and had options of three different restaurants. Would definitely recommend to go there!
Rodney, 8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a top notch hotel and provides everything you need. Abundant pools, great food choices and a great staff. Highly recommend.
elizabeth, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I enjoyed my stay at the El Mangroove. The property was lovely and the staff was friendly, kind, attentive and helpful. Look forward to returning to CR in the future.
Christina, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place. A few steps from the beach and bay. Great breakfast. No overly crowded.
P, 10-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Nice property

Nice property. Comfortable rooms and good food. Gym could be better but adequate for a basic workout. Everyone is very nice and service quite good. Like the access close to the airport.
Victor, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Outstanding Birthday Stay at El Mangroove – Papagayo Peninsula, Costa Rica I celebrated my birthday at El Mangroove Hotel in Guanacaste, Costa Rica, and it was absolutely outstanding! From start to finish, the experience exceeded every expectation. The property is stunning — lush, modern, and perfectly designed for both relaxation and luxury. The staff went above and beyond to make me feel truly special throughout my stay. Every interaction was kind, attentive, and genuine. The food was delicious — fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented at every meal. My room was spotless and elegant, cleaned thoroughly every day with attention to detail. The atmosphere across the resort was serene and inviting, ideal for unwinding and celebrating. It was everything and more than I could have hoped for. I sincerely enjoyed my birthday trip and would highly recommend El Mangroove to anyone looking for an unforgettable stay in the Papagayo Peninsula.
Casey, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good

Clean and somewhat attractive location, however, staff is not that great. Ssssllloow !!! And remember to use bug spray on your legs when you get there… especially if you go for a walk on the beach or on lawn
Jonathan, 3-night trip