Mango Moon Villa

10/10

Exceptional

04 Aug 2026

Amy

What a view! Moring coffee on your balcony is like sitting in a live video of National Geographic! Monkeys, birds, ocean, pure beauty! The staff, especially Jose, was very helpful with bookings. We would defiantly book again.

10/10

Exceptional

18 May 2026

Dyan

Mango Moon exceeded my expectations. The hotel and surrounding property was beautiful and well maintained. The view is phenomenal, The staff were beyond friendly and so helpful with my questions of the area. Fran, the owner, is a lovely person who you will see often. I don't know that any trip I take in the future will compare to this. I could sit by the pool eveyday in complete happiness! I saw more wildlife from my balcony than anywhere else in Manuel Antonio; monkeys, sloths, lizards, hummingbirds, monarch butterflies, toucans...Go visit Mango Moon! 5 stars 🌟

Self

10/10

Exceptional

08 May 2026

Adhvait

Great

8/10

Excellent

05 May 2026

Grace

The room had a beautiful view of the ocean, as did the pool and restaurant. The staff were very helpful. The breakfast was tasty and there were lots of monkeys that came to say hello (from a distance). Our only issue was the shower flooding the bathroom the first day so just be conscious of water usage.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

06 Apr 2026

Leyla

The hotel was one of the bests I’ve ever experienced while traveling!! Staff was so very kind, Rooms were clean, breakfast was diverse and nutritional, and the best part was seeing wildlife (monkeys, toucans, lizards) right from our balcony.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

30 Mar 2026

Komal

Mango Moon was an absolute highlight of our trip! We had the oceanfront view which was incredible and honestly worth it alone. The location is perfect, just a short walk or drive to the beach and surrounded by great restaurants. Santa Plancha is a must for the most authentic Costa Rican food in the area. The whole team including the owner were so welcoming and we felt completely safe with on-site security. Would go back in a heartbeat!

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

20 Mar 2026

Natalia

La vista del hotel la mejor!! Los atardeceres soñados, todo el personal muy amable, solo le falta un poco de mantenimiento

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

28 Feb 2026

tammi

The staff and I went were so friendly .Beautiful views of the water and sunsets .Restaurant on site was amazing
Room was comfortable and met our needs

10/10

Exceptional

16 Feb 2026

Bennett

We had a thoroughly enjoyable stay at the Mango Moon Villa! The hotel is beautiful, and the staff was very warm and always helpful. We wanted to go to the beach and a lovely beach tucked in a cove, Biesanz beach, is a short 25 minute walk from the hotel. We also wanted to go to Manuel Antonio National Park and that was a short 10 minute drive away. There are a number of great eating options close by, and the hotel’s restaurant offers Korean food. One small suggestion for the hotel is to have a shelf or something else that bathroom toiletries can be put on. Otherwise everything was as expected. Thank you to Mango Moon Villa for making our stay very memorable and enjoyable!! 😊

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

07 Feb 2026

Shelly

Our room was great, the view was spectacular and the property grounds were very well maintained.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 Feb 2026

Kenneth

Staff made it a great experience. View of the sunsets was spectacular.

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jan 2026

Hannah

Beautiful space. Friendly host. Tuna steak at the restaurant was delicious.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

21 Jan 2026

charlene

Gorgeous views, quiet, clean. Bathrooms very dated.

Partner

2/10

Poor

08 Jan 2026

Gloria

This hotel was extremely disappointing and falsely advertised. The room we booked on Expedia was described as having a queen-size bed, balcony, and separate dining area, but it had none of these. The room was tiny, dirty, smelly, and located directly behind the restaurant kitchen, with loud noise from staff, guests, and a staircase outside our door until 1 a.m. There was no privacy—only a curtain covering the door.

The bathroom was in poor condition, had very low water pressure, and we often had no water at all when the restaurant was using it. Smoke entered the room from outside, and we even encountered roaches. The owner blamed Expedia for the false listing and offered no real help. Due to the holidays, all nearby hotels were sold out, leaving us no choice but to stay. We barely slept and could not shower.

We were refunded only $100, reluctantly. This room should never be rented to guests. I would not recommend this hotel.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

03 Jan 2026

Scott

This is a nice place with friendly staff. Rooms are ok and the beds were comfort. Not a luxury hotel by a means but met our needs. Lots of wildlife and a great morning breakfast included.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

28 Dec 2025

Whitney

The owner and staff are wonderful. The breakfast is great and view of the ocean and wildlife from the balcony is magical. Definitely recommend.

10/10

Exceptional

18 Dec 2025

Philippe

Room was clean, staff friendly, the view was superb. However, the shower had almost no pressure, was very unpleasant but besides that, I'm very happy with my stay.

10/10

Exceptional

28 Nov 2025

Sandi

The staff and the food and the views were all terrific! We sat on the balcony in the hammock and watched the sunrise and sunset, watched and listened to the birds, were amused by the monkeys. The breakfast was great each morning. Omelette and fresh fruit and yogurt and coffee and juice. Fran, the owner, arranged our excursions and shuttle to the airport. She was wonderful to talk to about life. Her Korean restaurant, carambola was delicious. We ate there several times. Jorge took care of us each evening at the restaurant. He was one of the kindest and gracious people we met. We had a wonderful time there. Family of 3 with a teenager!

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

26 Nov 2025

Brian

Staff was so nice!! Beautiful views. The food is very good in the restaurant. The beach is NOT walkable! If your looking for walking distance to the beach this is not the place. The roads are very steep. All else was great! I’d recommend the panorama room :)

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

09 Nov 2025

Josee

Very nice, unique hotel with an amazing view and an absolutely wonderful staff.
The only downside was that the room was musty when we first arrived and required airing out. As well the plumbing requires attention as the water pressure is very low and the temperature can get very hot. I would worry for the safety of younger children.
Besides that, the staff and the view makes this place an A+ stay.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

10 Aug 2025

Jason

L ok belt place. Highly recommended!

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jul 2025

Tony

We saw more wildlife at our hotel than we did on our tours! The staff was super friendly and their hotel dog Lucky was very friendly and kept the monkeys honest! I’d stay here again the next time I was in Costa Rica. I can’t imagine them doing anything any better.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jul 2025

Scott

Miss u lucky

Friendly staff and dog named Lucky.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jul 2025

Marisa

It was amazing from the view, location and especially the staff.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jun 2025

Shane A

Very private and comfortable stay. Awesome customer service and clean. Really enjoyed the wildlife and scenery.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jun 2025

Matthew James

This place was perfect for everything you wanted to do. Staff was absolutely amazing and the place was stunning with beautiful views. Great food and rooms were spotless.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

17 May 2025

Sharon

The owner is on site and very helpful. The property has amazing views of the jungle with the ocean in the backgeound, visible from I believe every room.
The on site restaurant has Korean and American food, a happy hour, and a very good buffet breakfast, with a gal ready to make you an omlette.
The rooms, garden and pool areas could use a bit more TLC and I believe the owner is working toward that. For a 2 night stay it met our needs, but any longer and we would have needed a larger room. Our bathroom needed some shelf space at least to put your toothbrush on 😁 as an example.
There are monkeys that come through to raid the mango tree, very fun to watch and a few took some banana pieces from me. Very fun!!

10/10

Exceptional

24 Apr 2025

James

The Mango Moon Villa Is perfectly situated. Amazing views especailly of the animal life. The food and service was wonderful. Loved It !

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Apr 2025

Julia

Ocean and Mountain View’s from every direction. Friendly staff and owner. We loved every minute at Mango moon. Can walk down to the beach, to the convenience store, and to restaurants. Grateful for our experience here!

Business_and_leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Apr 2025

Amber

Great room and pool!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Mar 2025

Caitlin

We loved our stay here and would stay here if we ever came back!! The rooms aren’t so modern with the furniture and bathroom and towels but it’s charming. We had a balcony that overlooked the ocean and every morning from 530-730 animals were flying around (toucans, macaws, howler monkeys) we even saw a sloth - our hotel was way better than the national park tour we had! The owner is so lovely and warm and willing to offer to help with tours and recommendations. She is so sweet and friendly and has an interesting story (she usually comes around during breakfast and Dinner to make sure you’re enjoying your stay) and even has a Korean restaurant in the hotel which is amazing!! They also have a cute dog lucky on tne property. Hotel is walking distance to all the restaurants and shops. Beach is walkable but is more of a little hike- there are buses however I think for a dollar that are close or taxis that can take you so you don’t have to walk up the hill. They offer towels for the beach at the hotel. Pool is also really nice.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

27 Mar 2025

Nathan

The sunset views are fantastic!!

10/10

Exceptional

20 Mar 2025

Lauren

Beautiful views!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

13 Mar 2025

Sarah

We absolutely loved our stay at Mango Moon Villa. It was a small and quiet place with attentive staff. The buffet breakfast was delicious. The views were incredible. The area is very walkable with many shops and restaurants within 5-15 minutes. There’s also a bus stop 5 minutes up the hill which made local transportation very easy! We’d definitely stay here again!

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

11 Mar 2025

Carrie

Clean and safe, but in need of some attention to upkeep. Loved that the restaurant had Korean options (even if it seemed overpriced). Loved the view (with a sunset view in February) and location - monkey visits every day! I would stay again just for this. Breakfast was very good.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

23 Feb 2025

Laur

We had an amazing stay at this charming boutique hotel just outside of Quepos close to the Manuel Antonio Park. It truly embodies a lovely Costa Rican vibe , with its vibrant mango-colored building and mango trees. Our room was on the top level where we could enjoy beautiful rainforest and ocean views and every morning, we could hear the thump thump thump of little feet on the roof and we knew to go outside to enjoy the monkeys, squirrel monkeys and white-faced monkeys right off our balcony with the distant sounds of howler monkeys adding to the experience. We were frequently treated to the sight of macaws , especially during happy hour, which was offered in the excellent restaurant where you could enjoy stunning sunset views and two-for-one drinks. One of the dinners we had was a delicious Korean barbecue cooked at our table and breakfast was exceptional, featuring made-to-order omelettes, fresh fruits, bread, and delicious juices and coffee. There’s a refreshing little pool where you can chill out after a day of touring and enjoy the sounds of the rain forest. The staff is super helpful and friendly and enhanced our stay. We spent five nights here and were so glad we chose this hotel as our home base.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Feb 2025

pamela

One of the most gorgeous places! The views are stunning and the proximity to walkable beaches outstanding. The food: some of the best. We will recommend it over any of the other places!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Feb 2025

Carlos

Best hotel I've ever stayed at period. Best view, best staff, best food. Stay here!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Feb 2025

Carlos

Great hotel and staff! The staff assisted me decorate my room to surprise my now fiance to propose to her to surprise her. And they helped wash my clothes when I made a math error lol of not packing enough for the trip. Outstanding free breakfast every morning as well. Five star experience and I would recommend everybody going to Manuel Antonio or Quepos to stay in this hotel. Pura vida!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Feb 2025

Larry

Views are amazing. Really good Korean bbq restaurant within the resort. Staff was excellent

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Feb 2025

Jessica

Such a great place to stay!!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jan 2025

Tien-Tien

My family with 3 kids stayed here recently and loved everything about this charming hotel. Fran and Jake were amazing hosts- helping give ideas about places to visit and things to do (helped book awesome private surf lessons). Walking distance to 2 beaches, breakfast was fresh and wonderful. The restaurant on the premise was delicious- Korean bbq sea eel a must try! On top of all this, we were able to see a ton of animals from our balcony and room: 3 types of monkeys, sloths, toucans, macaws…could not recommend this place more!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jan 2025

Kathryn

This small hotel has beautiful views, delicious food, and very friendly and helpful staff
We loved our stay!

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jan 2025

Ilene

There are not enough nice things I can say about Mango Moon Villa! I just spent 6 days there with my family and it was an incredible experience. The ocean views are amazing. You will never get tired of looking at this view. But the staff was probably the best part. They are so nice and willing to help you with anything you need. I chose this hotel because it included the breakfast and wildlife. Having breakfast with the monkeys is an experience I will never forget. We had dinner a couple of times and every meal was delicious. Lastly, you are close to the shopping area. It’s a 5-minute uphill walk to the market, pizzeria, bank, and several shops. Don’t think about it, just book this place already!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

29 Dec 2024

jamie

Magical!

10/10

Exceptional

08 Dec 2024

Julian

Great

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

19 Nov 2024

Kimya

I chose this property mostly based on location and proximity to surrounding shops, restaurants and activities. The staff were super friendly and rooms were clean and accommodating for the price and area. A nice breakfast was included too which set me up for the rest of the day. I highly recommend one of the front rooms with private balconies which are usually kept for couples. They offer Korean restaurant too while enjoying the views. For me, the highlight of this property was the spectacular views of the surrounding jungle, the pool below and of course the beautiful Espadilla beach. Local shops and restaurants were all accessible within walking distance and the beach was only a 15 minute bus ride away. I definitely enjoyed my stay there in November and the tropical rain was a charm and didn't stop me from doing lots of walking around and other activities.

Leisure Self

6/10

Pleasant

22 Oct 2024

julie

We loved the ambiance but hated the clunking noise the happened every 30monutes 24/7 right behind the headboard of our bed. We both came down with the stommach flu the 2nd day andy husband could barelymove for about 18 hours. I would have asked to be moved to a different room if he hadn't been so sick. The veiw was beautiful and the birds. Butterflies and monkeys all around were delightful

4/10

Poor

13 Oct 2024

Robert

The negatives far outweigh the only positive which was free breakfast. It was the noisiest property I’ve stayed in with trucks and motorcycles rumbling from sun up until midnight. Hot water was an issue due to a breaker tripping 3 times in 2 days. The pool was closed due to maintenance There wasn’t a hair dryer in the room. The room definitely was not worth the high price I paid - $220 per night

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Sep 2024

Kameron

Gorgeous property with beautiful views from the room. Check-in was easy and Lillian at the front desk was amazing and super helpful

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 Aug 2024

Barbara

The most incredible views, situated in nature, overlooking nature and the sea. (Seriously, you'll never find better views anywhere.) Great staff. Easy to get to Manuel Antonio by bus or car. Lots of nearby restaurants etc.
The only recommendation for the owners we have is to replace (or even just remove) a few pieces of furniture that have seen better days.

Business_and_leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Aug 2024

Troy

We stayed here with our three boys for four nights this past week and had the best vacation we have ever had. The owner and staff were great and treated us like family. They ordered us transportation to and from the hotel when needed which was very helpful. The restarant and bar area are 5 stars in our opinion. We saw monkeys, sloths, and wild birds all week from our balcony. I wish I had gotten all the staff names, but Liliana and Jorge were awesome! We plan to visit again for sure very soon. Troy

8/10

Excellent

25 Jul 2024

Scott

Mango moon is a beautiful little gem with wonderful, friendly staff. Comfortable, clean and close to the action, yet still a peaceful retreat.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jul 2024

Irene

Great location within walking distance to restaurants. The view was incredible from the place. The standard room was spacious however did lack in some outlets near the bed. We very much enjoyed our stay here!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jul 2024

Sarah

Mango Moon is a property that has a beautiful view of the ocean. The wildlife around is amazing! We saw up close multiple groups of different monkeys, beautiful birds including scarlet macaws, agoutis and more. The chef was not there during our stay so our dining options were limited. The property is a little older but clean. The staff are very accommodating. The location is close to the park as well as a small supermarket, restaurants and shops.

Leisure

8/10

Excellent

28 May 2024

Michaelann

The View was the reason we chose this hotel.
Room was ok, very simple,
Pool is mini and needs repair.
Restaurant was amazing!!!
Room form photos looks like it had a balcony however it is just a walkway that people pass in front of. The Door to the hotel room was a sliding glass door without a standard Handle and lock. For safety you had to leave your key in the lock while inside incase there was an emergency and you needed to exit quickly. It just made it complicated for one person to be inside with the door locked and another try to get back in.

Love the Wildlife at the hotel!! Vultures, parrots and monkeys!

The Hotel states it is walkable, however the street is very narrow and busy, didn't feel safe walking, Taxi fees added up.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Apr 2024

Jay

Wonderful family operation, friendly, helpful staff, amazing view with lots of wildlife surrounding the hotel. From our door we spotted toucans, macaws, agouti, three types of monkeys, to mention a few. The owner is warm and welcoming. There is a delightful pool overlooking the jungle and ocean. We can’t imagine a lovelier place to stay. It is also very convenient to stores, a very natural beach, and restaurants. There is also a great highly rated Korean style restaurant on premises.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Apr 2024

Carlie

This is a fabulous hidden gem! The rooms, and common areas are beautiful. So much wildlife visits the area you hardly need to leave.
Staff go above and beyond. Thanks for a great time in Manuel Antonio!

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

03 Apr 2024

John

Seeing monkeys and views were the highlights. Some repairs need to be made to the rooms and the room type we booked wasn't available when we were there.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

31 Mar 2024

Joe

This place was great. Monkeys everywhere. Staff was amazing. Food was great. Room was large for our family however you could hear everyone around you. Walls are paper thin. Everything else about this place is excellent. For the price I would rent out rooms next to me for some privacy. This would be a great place for a large group or family retreat.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Mar 2024

Brian

Beautiful view and abundant wildlife! Loved it!!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Mar 2024

Melinda

Very nice staff, went out of their way to accommodate our requests. Setting was beautiful. Meals were great.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Mar 2024

Terrie

It is like being in the Jungle. The monkey's, and different kinds of birds where amazing. The ocean view and sunsets so beautiful.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

11 Mar 2024

Joanne

Great place to see the monkeys in Costa Rica 🇨🇷

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

25 Feb 2024

Wendy

If you are looking for wildlife and a gorgeous sea view then stay at the Mango moon excellent hotel

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Feb 2024

Deirdre

Very nice place, beautiful views. Staff and management very chill, welcoming and accommodating!

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

17 Jan 2024

Sue

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Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jan 2024

Vikki

Gorgeous view, the pool and pool area are wonderful, and the owners are very nice. The food is very tasty. We saw toucans, scarlet macaws, and had a visit from a squirrel monkey. The location is very close to the beach, shopping, and town.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jan 2024

Rick

Believe the Positive Reviews!

Mango Moon is in a great location with a great view.

It's the staff that takes it to the next level. You will see the same folks everyday, they all are upbeat and welcoming, a culture within Mango Moon that felt more like home than a small hotel.

The hotel itself is pretty quiet being only 10 rooms. Our room was more than what we expected and the stay was even better.

Wildlife was abundant with howler monkeys to cans and parrots around everyday.

Loved our stay there and hope to be back again sometime soon.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Nov 2023

Jeffrey

This hotel is hands down the best boutique hotel in Manuel Antonio! The rooms are lovely and very romantic. The pool is great and views are absolutely stunning! The Korean BBQ restaurant that is associated with the hotel is DELICIOUS! And the owner of the hotel is such a sweetheart! Super lovely! And her dog, Lucky, is a doll! Highly recommend!

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

30 Sep 2023

Michael

The staff were marvelous. The were friendly, patient and attentive. The owner is often on site and is a pleasure to chat with along with his faithful companion “Lucky” a local rescue dog that is as sweet as the local fresh fruit laid out for breakfast every morning. (Jake, what is that breakfast seed/nut muesli that was available for breakfast? I can’t find it anywhere but I loved it accompanied with yogurt.)

Our time there truly felt like a second home to us with the small number of villas and the open air spaces, amazing views and foliage coupled with the friendliness of the staff. It was all very personal if you want it to be, just be friendly with the staff and they will reciprocate. If you’re there for privacy, that is available to as the staff are attuned to your needs. It really feels like a genuine immersion in “Pura Vida”.

I haven’t even mentioned the restaurant there because that deserves its own entry; but i will say this, some of the best dinners I’ve ever had in a hotel restaurant hands-down.

We will definitely be back.

Thanks Jake, Lucky and the wonderful people at Mango Moon!

Business_and_leisure

6/10

Pleasant

11 Sep 2023

Elana

Great location near restaurants and Manuel Antonio. The view from the buffet/restaurant is incredible.

Breakfast buffet was standard - some local fruits, omelet station, toast and jam, beans and rice and eggs, fresh juices, granola, yogurt, whole apples, a cake pastry, coffee and tea.

We had a room in the main building, and it was awful. The bed is hard as a rock. The air conditioner leaks substantially so the floor would puddle with water. They changed out the towels for us several times, but there was nothing else they could do with it. There is mold on the wall beneath the AC and in the shower. The windows are not fully sealed so you hear everything - any traffic outside the window, families eating breakfast on the floor below you, and some bugs get in as well. The rainy day was so loud due to the rain hitting the roof we woke up extremely early. I also asked for a hair dryer to prep for a nice dinner and the first one was melted/didn't work. The second one barely got hot.

The restaurant had decent food, korean bbq is one of my favorites so we were excited to eat the \"authentic\" meal that everyone recommended. We were underwhelmed overall, honestly, and it was very expensive ($90 for a very small portion of galbi, bulgogi, rice and a couple veggies/kimchi, and a scallion pancake.) However, during Happy Hour the next day, the bartender made us Pina Coladas and they were the best I've ever had. Also loved the Mango Moon special - a spicy marg type thing. 2 for one!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Aug 2023

Jose

My stay at Mango Moon Villa in Quepos, Costa Rica was nothing short of extraordinary. Nestled in the lush Puntarenas Province, this villa is a hidden gem that exceeded all expectations.

The villa itself is a tropical haven, boasting a stunning blend of modern luxury and natural beauty. The villa's highlight, without a doubt, is the breathtaking view it offers. From the moment I stepped onto the expansive terrace, I was mesmerized by the panoramic vistas of the Pacific Ocean and surrounding rainforest. Sunsets here are nothing short of spectacular.

The location of Mango Moon Villa is ideal. It's a short drive to Quepos, where you can experience the vibrant local culture and dine at some fantastic restaurants. For nature lovers, the proximity to Manuel Antonio National Park is a major advantage. I spent my days hiking through the park's pristine rainforest trails, spotting incredible wildlife like monkeys, sloths, and exotic birds.

What truly sets Mango Moon Villa apart, however, is the warm and attentive staff. They went above and beyond to ensure my stay was comfortable and memorable. From arranging excursions to offering recommendations for local experiences, their hospitality was second to none.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

13 Aug 2023

Verified traveler

Beautiful view but mixed stay

The hotel itself is absolutely fine, if basic, and the view is really absolutely amazing. We travelled as a couple and booked a superior room, but sadly this had a connecting door through to another room directly. When a family (with young baby) turned up late in the evening, there was loads of noise coming through the door.

Unfortunately there was no other room for us to move to, and we were told that the noise shouldn’t be loud due to insulation between the rooms, and slightly insultingly by the owner, “maybe we will feel differently when we have children”.

It was later realised that the hotel had forgotten to put any of the insulation between the thin door where our rooms connected.

The situation was made pretty awkward given the shared patios and public spaces, by the family (who were asked by staff to keep noise down) as well as reception staff themselves.

Recommend to stay if a family / if in need of a budget-friendly hotel with beautiful view. Avoid for anything special or anything more.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

08 Jul 2023

Cari

Excellent location! Beautiful view of the ocean. Lots of monkeys twice a day!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

06 May 2023

Melayna

Nature at its best!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Mar 2023

Bianca

The hotel is perfectly situated, snuggled slightly off the main road, tucked away just enough to avoid the loud noises at night, to hear the wildlife right from your suite and to feel like you are on some secluded area as you gaze off into the most beautiful view....

Some have said they heard noise at night but I can assure you, as I am the lightest sleeper and go to bed fairly early on the regular, that asides from hearing people laughing and dining downstairs, the only noises I heard past 9:00 pm were the cackling sounds of the gecko's and in the early morning the howling from the monkey's and the chirping of the birds.

What a wild experience is was. We will be back and I highly recommend you visit the Mango Moon Villa if you're in the area, you won't be disappointed.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

04 Mar 2023

Diana

Excellent location, close to Manuel Antonio National Park and other coveted beaches! The host is wonderful, she made sure we had everything we need and gave us great tips and directions. Great breakfast, you have to watch out for monkeys who come and steal your food though! Extra points for the sunset view, the best ever!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 Feb 2023

Byron

Beautiful ocean sunset views, friendly staff, great amenities! The room decor and exterior needs a refresh, but otherwise it was wonderful.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Feb 2023

Verified traveler

A highlight of our vacation!

Friendly staff, incredible views and tasty (included!) breakfast! Our family of four was welcomed here and the vibe made it feel like home. The sunset views each night were the highlight of our stay, though. Highly recommend, although you may want to bring some earplugs - the AC unit was noisy as was the street, so sleep was hard to come by.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

08 Feb 2023

Dayna

Stunning view of the ocean from our balcony. Room was comfortable and enjoyed our private balcony. Restaurant on site provided excellent breakfast and we enjoyed some other meals there too. Fantastic staff! Pool area is somewhat small so a little challenging to find shade and could hear a little sound from other rooms at times. Overall enjoyed our stay very much!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Feb 2023

terri

The property was well managed by friendly Fran. She listened and took care of her guests. Beautiful view and wildlife.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Feb 2023

Verified traveler

Amazing place, great location

This place is so special! The staff make you feel right at home, everything is clean and tidy. The view is to die for! Every night a truly spectacular sunset. The pool is great for cooling down and the ac works well.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

04 Feb 2023

Matthew Wayne George

The location and surroundings were excellent. Located conveniently to restaurants and shops, right in the jungle with ocean views. It was an understated, simple hotel (which we liked), however our room was very basic. Our washroom had little storage space and a leaky faucet. In addition, our patio was not very private with other guests cutting across it to access the main stairs.
The owner, Fran, was very friendly and an excellent source of information about Costa Rica in general, and local things to do.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

02 Feb 2023

Dennis

The view was spectacular.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jan 2023

Manon

Unbeatable views but skip the restaurant

We booked a superior room with ocean view and were not disappointed ! The room shares a little deck with the adjacent superior room and the view is so beautiful you will want to admire it all day long.
A few negative points: we had dinner at the on site restaurant and the food wasn’t very good. Probably the least tasty meal we had during our 2 week trip in Costa Rica. The breakfast buffet was much better.
Then, we had one small bag of laundry done (since the hotel listing mentions laundry services) and they charged us $20 for it !! For one laundry load ! That is the most expensive laundry I’ve had in my entire life.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jan 2023

Eric

Excellent staff, awesome view and lots of wildlife

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jan 2023

Wendy

Super friendly staff and great view of the coast. Breakfast was delicious. Room was ok.

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

24 Jan 2023

wayne

Wonderful staff..great view..nice breakfast...the end. My VIP room had no wifi, no tv reception, very hard bed, no chair, no table,no promised food discount and the road to get there is the worst I've seen but it has a nice view and great staff.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

13 Jan 2023

Bob

This property is located close to the beaches, food and shops. Staff was friendly and helpful, some wildlife was present, view was great from above but would suggest cutting some trees down so that you could see the ocean better. Pool was not heated which was disappointing as we would have used it if it was not so cold. Room had a great view and food was ok. A bit pricey for what they offered but there are great restaurants not far from the property. We opted to go out and eat. The beach is about a .5 miles roughly and it would be a steep walk down and up a hill but if you have a car it is no problem. Beaches here are beautiful and do not disappoint.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

11 Jan 2023

William

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Business_and_leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jan 2023

Ashley

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Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Nov 2022

yolanda

We felt like we had stumbled across the best hotel in the area. We had the superior ocean view room.
It was complete windows all around and yet completely private.

The courtyard view over the pool where we had free breakfast every morning was magnificent and always some event happening with the wild life.
The monkeys would come right up on the balcony. The macaw parrots were there every morning and the Toucans would come and knock on our windows every morning.

We felt we saved money by not having to do a wild life tour as they were all at the hotel.

Staff and Fran the owner were very friendly and helpful.

Breakfast was great but the one time we had dinner at restaurant was very disappointing. We had $20 off credit so It was fine to over look.

There are plenty of amazing restaurants nearby in walking distance.

Overall I highly recommend staying here. Best hidden secret!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Nov 2022

Jennifer

Amazing views, lots of wildlife (macaws, toucans, monkeys, etc) that stops by to visit, staff are friendly and helpful!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Nov 2022

Carol

A lovely stay. The views of the ocean from the common areas and our balcony i are room were fabulous.

Staff and owners were great.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Nov 2022

Sandra

Wow! It’s a Jungle wonderland with beautiful views! Keep up the great work Mango Moon!
Highly refer!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Nov 2022

Coltan

Amazing stay! The staff are extremely friendly and created a wonderful experience. I was greeted at the door with a smile and cool drink after being on the road in the sun. There is a ton of wildlife right outside the balcony to look at and only beaten by the view behind it. Highly recommend Mango Moon Villa

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

18 Oct 2022

Katie

Great location, pretty view, delicious breakfast, short uphill walk to restaurants and supermarket. Friendliest staff!

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

21 Sep 2022

JOHN

The host was wonderful. The property seemed to be under renovations so certain areas were a bit of an eyesore.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

20 Sep 2022

Todd

For a one night stay it was nice. Dinner at the hotel was too expensive for what the meal was.

Leisure Family