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La Mariposa Hotel

Property class: 3.5
Family-friendly 3.5-star hotel near Biesanz Beach

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, pool views

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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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 | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Premier Sunrise Ocean View Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 506 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Futon

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Standard Sunrise Ocean View Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Sunrise Ocean View Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 474 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Sunset Ocean View Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Superior Sunset Ocean View Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 581 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premier Sunrise Ocean View Room PLUS | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Premier Sunrise Ocean View Room PLUS

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Corner Sunset Ocean View Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Corner Sunset Ocean View Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 581 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premier Ocean Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Premier Ocean Garden View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 624 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Quepos

Seaside stay .Your stay at this Manuel Antonio hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Biesanz Beach and Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge. Marina Pez Vela and Nauyaca Waterfalls are also in the region.

What's nearby

  • Zip Coaster - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Playa Espadilla - 4 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Mountain Top Park - 7 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Playitas Beach - 8 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Biesanz Beach - 9 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Avión Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Namaste - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Cerdo Feliz - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪El Patio de Café Milagro - ‬3 min walk
  • Le Papillon

About this property

La Mariposa Hotel

Family-friendly 3.5-star hotel near Biesanz Beach
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.

  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 8 buildings
  • 3 bars on the beach
  • 2 bars by the pool
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • 538 sq ft of conference space
  • 50 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1973
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Cabanas on the beach (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Grocery service (free)
  • Wedding services available
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
  • Swim-up bar
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.

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.

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Property amenities

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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

Things to do

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

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
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in hallways (39 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (39 inches high)
  • 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 (45 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 30-inch smart TV with cable channels

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

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)!

Property payment types

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 3102721950

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is La Mariposa Hotel to the airport?

La Mariposa Hotel is 5.6 mi (22-min drive) away from the Quepos (XQP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at La Mariposa Hotel?

As of Apr 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Mariposa Hotel on Apr 25, 2026 start from $277, including 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.

Does La Mariposa Hotel have an airport shuttle?

La Mariposa Hotel offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of CRC 120000.00 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is La Mariposa Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 15-minute walk from Pará Beach and 1 mi (10-min drive) from Biesanz Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does La Mariposa Hotel offer free breakfast?

La Mariposa Hotel offers free full breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at La Mariposa Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at La Mariposa Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at La Mariposa Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does La Mariposa Hotel have a pool?

La Mariposa Hotel features 4 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Does La Mariposa Hotel have a restaurant?

La Mariposa Hotel is home to Le Papillon, which features international cuisine, ocean views, and a poolside location.

Does La Mariposa Hotel have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer hot stone massages, Ayurvedic treatments, and body treatments.

How close is La Mariposa Hotel to downtown Quepos?

La Mariposa Hotel is 1.9 mi away from Quepos.

La Mariposa Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 737 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 167 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1002 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

joe, MIDDLETOWN

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

MIchelle

Traveled 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

10/10 Excellent

Monika

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views, friendly staff, beautiful wildlife
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

JAYDEEP

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Sunset at the pool
Sunrise w macaws from balcony
Sunrise from balcony
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Amanda

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Inna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was ridiculous that hotel is so stingy on towels. You cannot get more then one towel per person and if you ask for second one, they told me that hotel administration is absolutely strict and refuses to give you extra even one more towel. That hotel isn’t near cheap, but this kinda service is absolutely terrible.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oleksandr

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 .
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

terri ann hill

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
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!

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Janice

Traveled with family
The room seemed old and smelled strongly of chemicals. The bathroom stayed wet for many hours after taking a shower. The view was good. The wait staff was kind. The reception staff could have been more caring and kind.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Jay

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ahmed

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, respectful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Nidia Cora

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Las habitaciones sencillas. Cumplen. La vista era hermosa. No mucho más que decir… Fuera de la vista y de la zona de la alberca, es un hotel no tan atractivo.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

CLIFFORD

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room, courteous and friendly staff. (Hot water not always available).
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was beautiful and the staff were amazing. Nothing but great vibes!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aldo

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff so pleasant and welcoming, everything so clean and up to date.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

aymen

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Staff and great rooms!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Ocean view from your room, delicious breakfast with a stunning scenery in the morning and unforgettable sunset during your dinner, right at your hotel. Staff is very kind and helpful. Pool is awesome, very relaxing and romantic! Lots of little shops and eatery spots right next to the hotel. National park is very close. The whole experience is a must!!!!
Pool
View from a room
View from a restaurant’s terrace
View from a restaurant’s terrace
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025