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El Faro Beach Hotel

Pacific Central Coast · Costa Rica

50 Meters West from MaingateView location

8.0/10Excellent902 Reviews
Cleanliness8.4/108.4
Service8.6/108.6
Comfort7.4/107.4
Condition7.8/107.8
Location9.0/109.0
Neighborhood9.2/109.2
Value8.4/108.4
Amenities8.4/108.4
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About El Faro Beach Hotel

Nestled within 6 km from the town centre, the accomodation allows easy access to all this destination has to offer. Guests will appreciate the property's proximity to the main entertainment areas. There are public transport links just a short walk away.

The nearest beach is within 300 metre(s) from the hotel. Clients will find the airport within 9 km. The hotel is within 6 kilometre(s) from the harbour. El Faro Beach Hotel features a total of 50 guest rooms. The hotel was built in 2004.

Wi-Fi internet connection is available for further comfort and convenience. The hotel provides 24-hour reception. Guests with reduced mobility can stay at this wheelchair-accessible establishment, which includes some disability-friendly accomodation units. Everyone staying at this accommodation arriving by car may leave their vehicle at its parking spaces.

Transfer service is available for guests' convenience at El Faro Beach Hotel. El Faro Beach Hotel features a variety of dining experiences. An array of world-class entertainment options is available for guests' convenience. Some services may be subject to additional charges.

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Located in Quepos (Manuel Antonio), El Faro Containers Beach Hotel is within a 10-minute drive of Manuel Antonio Beach and Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge. This hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Playa Espadilla and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Playa Gemelas.

Make yourself at home in one of the 50 air-conditioned rooms featuring espresso makers and flat-screen televisions. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Beach services
Non-smoking
Childcare
Transportation services

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until 10:00 PM
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Beach nearby No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Reservations are required for massage services. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
    • One child 6 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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
    • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
    • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
    • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    • 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
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Spoken Language

    English

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Playa Espadilla 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
Playa Espadilla Sur 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Manuel Antonio Beach 1.6 km / 1 mi
Playa Gemelas 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Playa Puerto Escondido 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Zip Coaster 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
La Culebra Waterfall 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Brisas Wellness Center 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Biesanz Beach 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
Pará Beach 4.3 km / 2.7 mi
Playa Tulemar 4.8 km / 3 mi
Mountain Top Park 4.4 km / 2.7 mi
Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge 5.2 km / 3.2 mi
Cascada El Salto 5.4 km / 3.4 mi
Rancho Tipico don Juan 6.2 km / 3.9 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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  • Year of construction: 2004
  • Total number of rooms: 50
  • Number of floors (main building): 3
  • Number of floors (annexe): 4
  • Double rooms: 40
  • Suites: 4
  • Executive rooms: 4
  • Accessible rooms: 2
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  • City centre
  • Bus/Train station
  • Nearest Bus / Metro Stop
  • Airport
  • Harbour
  • Beach
  • Golf course
  • Entertainment Area
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car park
  • Key Collection
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Late Check-out
  • Mobile phone coverage
  • Wi-fi
  • Local and international calls
  • Car hire
  • Transfer service
  • Secure parking
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Room service
  • Laundry serviceExtra charge
  • Launderette
  • Multilingual staff
  • 24-hour security
  • Bellboy service
  • Smoke detector
  • Hotel safe
  • Cloakroom
  • Lift access
  • Supermarket
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Concierge
  • Luggage room
  • Dining area
  • Clothes dryer
  • Private pool: 2
  • Café
  • Bar
  • Restaurant: 1
  • Non-smoking area
  • Smoking area
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Swim-up bar
  • Breakfast room
  • PrinterExtra charge
  • Indoor freshwater pool: 1
  • Outdoor freshwater pool: 2
  • Children’s swimming area: 1
  • Sun loungers
  • Parasols
  • MassageExtra charge
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast served to the table
  • Breakfast a la carte
  • À la carte lunch
  • À la carte dinner
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • Only Adults
  • LGTBIQ friendly
  • Children get free accommodation, meals payable on the spot
  • Deposit on arrival
  • Early Check-inExtra charge
  • Early departureExtra charge
  • Identification card at arrival
  • No hen/stag or any other parties allowed
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Credit card is compulsory as a deposit, no deposit in cash is accepted
  • Banana boatingExtra charge
  • Jet skiExtra charge
  • Motor board rideExtra charge
  • SurfingExtra charge
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    Room code: QUA.DB

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    Room code: ROO.VM

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about El Faro Beach Hotel

8.0
Excellent
902 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.4 /10
Service
8.6 /10
Comfort
7.4 /10
Condition
7.8 /10
Location
9.0 /10
Neighborhood
9.2 /10
Value
8.4 /10
Amenities
8.4 /10
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6/10
Pleasant
14 Jul 2026
Shivninder
It’s a container set up so rooms access gets crappy -Elevator on the bottom floor not operational all the time.
Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
11 Jul 2026
Christopher
The only complaint is how steep the hill is. That is a work out.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jul 2026
Jason
This is AMAZING! Highly recommend. We stayed in the panaromic ocean view room and the views, breathtaking. Very short walk to the beach and many restaurants. Only a few steps away from the Manuel National Park entrance. It is a steep climb to the hotel, however, they did have golf cart assistance to give you a ride to the elevators from reception. The monkeys; the most entertaining part of my stay. We ate at the hotel restaurant one evening and the food was DELISH. Last but not least, KEVIN. One of the best hotel reception agents I have ever met and I travel ALOT. Once again, HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jun 2026
Pawanpreet
Great location, wifi, staff and breakfast.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jun 2026
Jeremias
Great views, best location when going to Manuel Antonio Park, friendly staff (Jason, Juan Carlos, Steven, I know I forgot other people). The boys loved the pool, the restaurant and the property overall. You can see plenty of wildlife (monkeys, iguanas, birds, crabs) . I will definitely recommend these hotel. We stayed for two night , family of 4 (15 and 7) .
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jun 2026
Melanie
The hotel was amazing. The view was beautiful. The included breakfast was very good. It’s just a few minutes walk to Manuel Antonio park entrance .
8/10
Excellent
07 Jun 2026
Kathy
Close to shopping, the beach and , restaurants.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2026
Diana
The best thing is that it is very close to the National Park. It serves a good breakfast although I’d change the juice for a natural juice, not from concentrate. I was there during a weekend so they had live music on Saturday which it was nice. The staff was very polite and helpful. The rooms are small but they are ok. The restaurant has a nice view, specially at sunset. Wear a repellent for mosquitoes everywhere you go.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
31 May 2026
Eliezer
Great view, clean room, delicious breakfast included, safe parking and very nice staff. Will be back! Oh, and location is perfect, walking distance from the National Park, restaurants, and beach!
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
31 May 2026
makenna
Great views from the hotel, pool was relaxing but iguanas get extremely close to guests even scratched another guest. Room was clean, but only charging outlet was in the bathroom or behind the fridge very inconvenient. Staff was not present at the front desk during staffed hours, we waited at least twenty minutes before a staff member would arrive and they do not offer refunds or accommodations to change booking dates.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
24 May 2026
Carlos
Muy rica comida excelente atención!
Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
18 May 2026
Brian
Hotel was ok. Very little parking, and if you can’t find parking at the top it’s a pretty steep hike from the bottom. Two very slow elevators to ride, with max capacity of 3, so had to often split up. One of our beds’ linens were not in the best shape. Floors are VERY slick when wet! Very close to entrance to national park, so that was a plus. And the A/C units made the rooms into freezers if that’s your thing.

Not many places to eat within walking distance. Samui Thai was excellent, and they know what “Thai hot” means.
10/10
Exceptional
16 May 2026
Robin
What a unique place to stay. Great view and the staff - Wow such great and friendly service. Restaurant was handy with a great view and food was good. The wait staff was so friendly and helpful!
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
08 May 2026
Sharon
The staff were excellent and the food was delicious. We enjoyed our stay very much. The view of the ocean was fabulous from our room and also from the dining area. Travelers should not be discouraged by the incline and stairs - a courtesy golfcart ride is readily available. On top of this - monkey and iguana visits were a daily event!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 May 2026
Lindsay
Breakfast was made to order, and was delicous and healthy! Service was always prompt and friendly. Rooms were super spacious and had a beautiful view of Arenal Volcano. Beds/Pillows aren't the comfiest, only complaint.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 May 2026
Angela
Perfect Location right outside the NP, walking distance to town and beach. Amazing views from pool, restaurant and rooms.Rooms are unusual , but functional, clean and again, amazing view. All staff was friendly and helpful, we appreciated the golf cart to get up the hill. The breakfast selection was very good. I would definitely stay again!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Apr 2026
Dayne
Location is amazing, close to everything but tucked away enough to be a quiet relaxing stay. Yes the hill is a steep climb, but they offer a lift on the cart or you get a great glute workout. Breakfast was consistently great, best pancakes and gallo pinto.
Dinner is also great. Staff are always super nice and helpful.
We had more close encounters with wildlife on property than any park we toured. Sloths live on property and monkeys visit every morning.
The view is AMAZING. We will be staying again
Partner
8/10
Excellent
18 Apr 2026
Erin
Easy check in, helpful staff. Excellent breakfast. 10/10 location right next to the National park.
Family
8/10
Excellent
15 Apr 2026
Katie
Pros; monkeys in the morning, helpful staff, good breakfast, amazing views, good wifi, perfect location for walking to manuel antonio park.

Cons: on a super steep hill, elevators are 3 person max, our bathroom couldve used some maintenance, the \"king\" bed rooms do NOT have king beds. They are queens turned sideways so our feet hung off the bed all night.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Apr 2026
Faith
This is such value for the price! My room had breathtaking views. It was quiet and peaceful. The breakfast was scrumptious and golf carts were readily available to take me up and down the hill. I look forward to my next stay!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
07 Apr 2026
Katherin
Juan Carlos the best! Made our stay memorable
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
05 Apr 2026
Jennifer
Nice place, excellent view and staff was friendly!
8/10
Excellent
05 Apr 2026
Melody
Good place to stay for all the right reasons; great location (very close) for walking to entrance of Manuel Antonio Park, quick walk to the beach, warm and friendly staff, excellent breakfasts. Room was clean, had everything you would need. Absolutely beautiful views of the ocean! Lots of restaurants close by. It was a fairly steep grade to walk up to the hotel but they had golf cart shuttles if needed. The only suggestion would be to have a few more pool umbrellas for shade as the sun is very hot! The hotel is showing some wear, but overall recommend this hotel.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Mar 2026
Melissa
Friendly staff, nice accommodations, good breakfast
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
15 Mar 2026
Anita
Great location and great staff. The walk up is a little challenging but worth it.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
13 Mar 2026
Jose
The Ocean view from my balcony was great. I also had view of the pool. Breakfast was included... it was delicious. The only challenge is walking up the hill from the beach area. Everything else is great!!!
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
13 Mar 2026
Flora
Great location, very clean place
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Mar 2026
Adrienne
The location couldn't be better for Manuel Antonio. The room was very nice, staff is great. Restaurant staff was excellent with great food. Loved the pool, Iguanas loved it too!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 Mar 2026
Maria Wella
We had a fantastic view of the ocean from our balcony. Manuel Antonio National Park is approximately 2 mins walk from the entrance to the hotel. The view is amazing but get ready to work for it. It is a very steep walk up but buggies are also available sometimes if you don’t feel like working out. We enjoyed our stay very much. Impeccable service from the staff. Nature at your doorstep. Highly recommended! We would definitely stay here when we come back.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Mar 2026
Karen
Really liked El Faro, room was clean, beach view, amazing sunsets. Good breakfast. Novel accomodation.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
26 Feb 2026
Sean
Nice room. Good staff. Lovely and comprehensive facilities including a short walk to a wuiet beach.
10/10
Exceptional
20 Feb 2026
sierra
The room was clean and as expected. Pool area was really nice and we enjoyed the complimentary breakfast. The staff was really great and we appreciated the golf cart rides up and down the hill! And the view is unbeatable. Overall well worth the booking.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Feb 2026
Claudia
Great location! Right next to Manuel Antonio. Monkeys came to the visit!
10/10
Exceptional
17 Feb 2026
Peter
Excellent stay and location can’t be beat. As it’s up in the hillside, they can accommodate you with a courtesy golf cart ride up the hill to the elevators.

Sunset view is phenomenal! Highly recommend
10/10
Exceptional
16 Feb 2026
Peter
Excellent! The view with the panoramic view was amazing. Sunset from high up there.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Feb 2026
Garry
Great friendly and helpful staff. Amazing views and local wildlife and flowers. Great location, walk to restaurants, shops and Manuel Antonio National Park. Steep hill to the reception and rooms is a work out but no problem if taken steadily and reception provides golf cart rides as needed. Restaurant food very good too.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
29 Jan 2026
Christine
Parking facile bon déjeuner avec vue sur la mer. On se rend a pied de l hôtel au parc en moins de 5 min. Terrasse au soleil extrêmement chaud pas de parasol. Parfait pour 1 nuit mais pas pour 1 semaine.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jan 2026
Justin
Staff were great, especially our server/bartender, room was clean, the view was nice. Our favorite was the included breakfast along with the views of the ocean at the restaurant. The property is located very close to the national park and is a short walk to the beach. We were fortunate enough to see Toucans and Howler Monkeys during our stay. Our room was located directly underneath the restaurant, which made it a little noisy during business hours, but after closing time and before opening, there were no noise issues from the restaurant. Would stay here again, but not directly under the restaurant.
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jan 2026
Alexis
The staff at El Faro Hotel are amazing. They are all very kind, attentive and happy to be there and it shows.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
11 Jan 2026
JAYPRAKASH
Everything was good at this property but not good for people who have leg problems. It is really strap and some time they don’t have their golf cart to transport people from reception to main hotel level and walking is really challinging
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jan 2026
Robert
Absolutely amazing!
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jan 2026
Vivekananda
Great stay. Steven at the front desk was a great host. He helped us with facilities even after we checked out of the hotel, after we came back from enjoying the Manuel Antonio National Park.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
30 Dec 2025
vishal
Overall nice hotel to stay. Just 1 min away from the entrance of the National Park. Safe, walkable to restaurants. Its built on top of a hill so there is a steep walkway to get to the hotel rooms but they have golf carts that can transport you up and down. The pool is nice. All rooms have direct view of the ocean. and since its on a hill, the view is very beautiful and amazing sunsets can be seen directly from your room. As the name suggests, its built using the containers and so the rooms are elongated rectangles, not sufficient room to move inside the rooms, but thats not a problem. The service is good. Staff is great. For the breakfast they start at 7 only. Even if you go early and the staff is available in the restaurant they will not take your order, they will ask you to sit down and then at 7 they will distribute the food menu, then bring coffee and then take your orders. If you are in a hurry then pre-order the breakfast the day/night before. With that you can get the breakfast earlier and you can go for your tour etc. The parking is a bit challenging. You can see monkeys and the birds right from your hotel room as its surrounded by thick vegetation. So thats a plus! Look around the trees early morning and you will spot monkeys. Nice hotel to stay!
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
30 Dec 2025
Gilberto
Extremely conveniently located to beach, shopping & food areas. Walking distance to anything you need.
8/10
Excellent
26 Dec 2025
Jeffrey
Clean room, excellent location, great breakfast. The view on the top floor was mesmerizing. Wildlife everywhere. I would recommend this place 100%
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
25 Dec 2025
Pritesh
Friendly Satff and great location with sunset view
10/10
Exceptional
23 Dec 2025
Jeffrey
Quick and great check in. Room to be expected and beautiful view
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
18 Dec 2025
Claudia
Pools. Big windows. Clean. Location
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
13 Dec 2025
Elvira
Staff was very nice, location was excellent, view from room was amazing. Breakfast was good. Rooms do need a little TLC and we had problems with internet connection.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Dec 2025
Alexandra
Spotless room on the highest floor, so no noise from the restaurant. Beautiful pool and lovely terrace restaurant. Was a little overwhelming arriving into the town, being harassed by people wanting you to park in their area, but once at the hotel we were treated very well. Easy walk to the beach, but preferred to stay at the hotel with no vendors bothering us.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Dec 2025
Vitalii Gorelik
Very good staff, friendly and helpful.
8/10
Excellent
04 Dec 2025
Mallik
Great location, clean room, great views and staff.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Nov 2025
XIAO YING
Excellent service and best breakfast.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
28 Nov 2025
Svetlana
Excellent staff
4/10
Poor
17 Nov 2025
Ingrid
No the best
2/10
Poor
15 Nov 2025
Elena
Not again!
10/10
Exceptional
09 Sep 2025
Shanna
It is close to the beach and safe area.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
04 Sep 2025
Chastity
The staff was great, very helpful and friendly. The room was clean and was accurately depicted in the online photos. Resturant had good food and the wait staff was awesome. Location very well situated to many different ideal destinations and the wildlife we saw just from our room and the restaurant was amazing. We would definitely return to the property if visiting the area again. I would say the only negative was a person name Justin that sat outside the gate and was constantly trying to pressure you to visit the coffee shop and souvenir store just outside the property. He apparently works for the hotel but was not a good reflection of the hotel. He was constantly trying to get you to buy things, was a little inappropriate with some things he was saying. He gave that used car salesman/hustler type impression that was over the top, frustrating and disappointing all at once.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
28 Aug 2025
John W
The room had plywood flooring
6/10
Pleasant
19 Aug 2025
Martin
The location of this hotel is perfect—right by the entrance of Manuel Antonio National Park with some of the best ocean views you can find. The reception staff was friendly and welcoming, which made check-in pleasant.

Unfortunately, other aspects of the stay did not meet expectations. The restaurant staff was not friendly, which made dining uncomfortable. Housekeeping was also very poor: the sheets were never changed once during the entire stay, and the the toilet was never cleaned. Shampoo never filled.
The last night of our stay the air conditioner stopped working. We did not bother to tell them.

Overall, this hotel has a lot of potential because of its prime location and stunning views, but the service and cleanliness need serious improvement.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
07 Aug 2025
Roivin
Excellent
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
04 Aug 2025
Julie

Great location and amazing views

We recently stayed at El Faro and had a fantastic experience. The hotel staff were incredibly friendly and always quick to answer any questions we had. From the moment we arrived, we felt welcomed and well taken care of.

One of the highlights was the breathtaking view from our balcony—it was the perfect spot to relax after a day of exploring. Mornings were a treat, too, thanks to the delicious breakfasts served each day.

The location truly can’t be beat. It’s just a short walk to the beach, shops, restaurants, and the entrance to Manuel Antonio National Park.

We had read about the hike up the hill to reach the hotel and were a bit concerned, but it turned out to be easier than expected—and even enjoyable (our group’s ages were 11-58)! We were lucky enough to spot a sloth in the trees along the way. For those who prefer not to walk, golf cart rides were always available.

A fun surprise were the capuchin monkeys—nicknamed “La Mafia” for a reason! They’re very entertaining to watch, but definitely keep your distance and your food hidden.

All in all, El Faro was a perfect base for our group Rolf two families. We would stay here again and recommend it to anyone visiting Manuel Antonio.
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
01 Aug 2025
Monica Maroto
Over
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jul 2025
Joseph
The El Faro Containers Beach hotel isn’t on the beach (5 min walk) but is built into a steep hill -- so steep, they offer free golf cart rides up and down to access. The pools are nice and they provide beach towels. The hotel is built from old shipping containers, so the rooms are long and narrow. But they are nice and quite comfortable. The elevators are small and slow. Each room has an ocean view from its balcony. On check-in, they warn you to close your room door tight because the monkeys have figured out how to work the doorknob and get in to trash your belongings. I saw a monkey on the roof right outside my hotel window on the day I checked out. Quepos is a short drive away, and there are lots of restaurants, services, and things to do in the Manuel Antonio resort area.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jul 2025
Ron
Very nice property. I had room with beautiful view of the ocean. The free breakfast was excellent, I had lunch there one day, The prices were good. I would give 10 out of 10, especially when you consider the price for the room with such a beautiful view. The staff is very friendy.
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
11 Jul 2025
Erika
The service was excellent—staff were friendly, attentive, and made sure we felt welcome throughout our stay. The food was another highlight. The location couldn’t be more convenient, perfect for getting around and exploring nearby attractions.

Daily room service was a great touch, keeping the space tidy and comfortable. However, the room lacked basic toiletries such as soap, bar shampoo, and lotion. Also, while the room was very clean, they are dated. A renovation in the rooms would really elevate the overall experience and match the quality of the service.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jul 2025
Serena
Great value for family of four! We had two rooms for two adults and two teens.
Location was great - two minute walk to Manuel Antonio park, convenience store, souvenir shops.
Hotel restaurant - the breakfast that was included was fantastic. We ended up eating dinner there one night and it was good too.
Staff - quick responses via WhatsApp. Very helpful.
Beach - seven minute walk. Beautiful views ocean view from our rooms and from the restaurant. We saw two different types of monkeys from our room and from the restaurant.
Rooms - not the nicest, could use some updates, but the they were clean, cool, and the beds were comfortable.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jul 2025
Agata
I really enjoyed my stay at this hotel, it’s close to national Park and the beaches. Breakfast and dinner menu was full of choices and tasted delicious. I loved that I could see a lot of animals around like monkeys, slots, and birds.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
03 Jul 2025
Carla
Well, it’s different staying in a shipping container but they made it very comfortable. The staff was amazing, especially the gentleman at breakfast! The cleaning staff were polite (great job ladies!). Even the unforeseeable guest at breakfast (monkeys) were handled firmly, but with Care making everyone. The only 2 thing that gave it less of an appeal was water pressure, either very lower not having any water at all. I’m not sure if that’s the hotels problem or a city problem. The second is the hill if you’re unable to walk up and down the hill, this is definitely not a hotel for you. Yes they have golf carts, but they’re not there on a regular basis. If you get lucky, you may get a ride up the hill. Most of the time you walk it and ladies and gentlemen it’s a hill straight up.
Leisure
2/10
Poor
26 Jun 2025
Francheska
Really bad beds and the rooms are not clean 1 of the beds smells like pee
Family
8/10
Excellent
17 Jun 2025
lissy
kevin the front desk guy he was really nice ,spoke really good English .10/10 .thanks kevin
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
18 May 2025
danita
We arrived and it was raining. Of course it's a jungle. We were supposed to be there for two nights they checked us in and they said it's too dangerous to take our car up to the hotel because it's so steep and I guess something with the bricks. So he put us in a little car and took us halfway. We got on the elevator. Took the elevator up I think to get off at the restaurant. Walk through the restaurant and over a slippery little bridge. Then we took another elevator up to our room. So of course I asked him when we need to get down what do I do? He said to contact them with WhatsApp and someone will be there within a minute. Okay so we go to the room so many issues. No bedside tables. No electricity at the bedside. You have to step up about a foot or so to get into the bathroom. Hard for someone handicapped. So I messaged them and said we can't stay here. I messaged so many times to no avail I ended up calling the police. The police came. We got down there with all our luggage. The man at the desk promised that he would contact Expedia and give us a refund. It was done. All good........
10/10
Exceptional
09 May 2025
Isayra

Recommended, amazing staff. Great value 😁

Staff were very helpful and friendly. Great value for money and right next to Manuel Antonio park entrance. Close to the beach also. Room was clean and tidy. Facilities could use a few touch ups and the bed was a bit on the 'too firm' side for me but overall would recommend.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 May 2025
Yung-Yu
it is worthy with location, price and environment
Excellent Hotel, I do like it
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
07 May 2025
Svetlana
Convenient place with beautiful views!
Leisure Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
01 May 2025
I
The hotel is located directly before the entrance to manuel antinio national park. Very convenient if your visiting the park. Endless dining and shopping options in a 10 minute walking radius. The public beach is less then 10 minutes from the hotel, very convenient to walk to. No car necessary to get to the beach. If you stop along the way to the beach you will more then likely to see an assortment of cool wildlife. The hotel itself was pretty clean, only complaint would be that while sleeping it was raining hard outside and i woke up to water dropping on my head. Not a dealbreaker whatsoever. The location is beautiful, a nice relaxed getaway from the hustle and bustle of big cities. It felt safe and lots to do from nature tours to beach days to excursions found wherever you are walking. I would definetly reccommend this hotel.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
29 Apr 2025
MARA
Location is very near to the Manuel Antonio Park. The pool is nice. Breakfast is ok. Room is very simple. The hotel is in a hill, so it is an exercise to go in and out of the room. Ok
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Apr 2025
Kylie
We loved our stay here!! We had a wonderful view of the ocean from our room as well as the pool! The bar staff was phenomenal and very friendly. Having a pool was fantastic after walking around the hot city and park. The location is perfect, right next to the entrance of the park. It’s very easy to get a ride if you’re looking to go elsewhere for dinner or shopping. The room was just what we needed for our stay , with a little kitchen and counter space in the bathroom. We would absolutely stay here again!
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
22 Apr 2025
Ceith
The staff and the view were both fantastic!
8/10
Excellent
09 Apr 2025
Larry
Very convenient to the National Park. Golf cart service to take you from the parking lot up to the rooms. Very helpful and friendly staff. Nice pools! Enjoyed our stay.

The upper level / larger rooms are worth the upgrade. A bit noisy since the building frames are metal (shipping containers).
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
08 Apr 2025
Ernesto
Thanks to all the staff, was a great experience
Family
10/10
Exceptional
31 Mar 2025
Anairene
The hills were realy steep. The golf card was not running all the time.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
31 Mar 2025
Felix
Great location , pool needs some work
But resturant & service was good !
View was good as well !!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Mar 2025
Kerra
I loved the staff and the restaurant was really affordable. The pool looked like it could use a little work, but we only went swimming once. I also loved the location and the view. The actual room was a little small as we had to share it with our 2 kids, but the AC was cold and there was a lot of wildlife right outside our room, even a sloth, so that was really cool. The staff was beyond amazing. I would definitely stay there again if I go back to Costa Rica.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Mar 2025
Casey
I loved everything about this place!! Manuel Antonio is a magically place and the El Faro highlights that fact!! You want to see some cool stuff?? All you have to do is go to breakfast or sit at the pool… the monkeys will do the rest!! The staff here was great!! From the server’s to the guys that bring you to the beach in the golf cart!! You all made my experience incredible and I thank you for that!! What a great bunch of people!! The hotel is in a very convenient location next to the park and down the street from a gorgeous beach!!! If you’re thinking about staying at this hotel I’ll tell you one thing!! YOU FOUND THE RIGHT PLACE!!!
10/10
Exceptional
23 Mar 2025
Lucy
Loved the location! Walkable to the national park and the beach! The staff was very friendly and kind.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Mar 2025
Nicole
The location of the hotel is great - right next to the national park and close to Playa Espadilla.
Staff was super friendly.
As the hotel is on a steep hill, the hotel offered a transport service up and down.
Breakfast was good. The hotel also organised a tour guide for us to guide as through the national park as well as a Catamaran tour.
And also monkeys came visit at the pool, which was really cute.
All in all a great experience.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 Mar 2025
Krista
Loved that we had a nice view and it was walking distance to the park and beach. I think the container design is so interesting. The breakfast was delicious. The steps gave a good workout and the golf cart rides were much appreciated.
Leisure Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
05 Mar 2025
Emine
Our first room's AC didn't work but the staff assisted us to get another room
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
04 Mar 2025
Joseph
The property is well located and the view is spectacular. The room is little noisy though.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Mar 2025
K
Friendly staff, nice sunset restaurant, clean pool, Golf cart lift back from beach.
10/10
Exceptional
22 Feb 2025
Rita

Perfect location and views!

First of all the location and the views of this was awesome! Out of the hotel and you’re in the national park. The views from your balcony of the ocean sunset or just a spectacular as any sunset restaurant you would go to. The service was great the animals on the property like monkeys on our balcony survived and others were able to see even before going to the park. The pool was refreshing and the breakfast was adequate choices. The only downside is that since these are containers, they noise travels and the walls are paper thin! There is a steep hill to climb, but they also have golf courts to take you up. They are quick to respond to you on WhatsApp. It’s a good solud three + star hotel
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Feb 2025
Ulla
Nice, clean rooms. Friendly staff. Always ready to arrange a ride in golf cart up to the steep hill, where the rooms were located. People with healthy legs could also use the stairs:)
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
16 Feb 2025
Stephanie
Convenient location, friendly staff, good restaurant, pools are great, walkable to the park. All around 5 stars
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
16 Feb 2025
Renee
This is a comfortable accommodation. The staff is so friendly, the food at the restaurant is delicious and at a great price, and the entrance to Manuel Antonio park is just about a block away. We had monkeys and geckos visiting our balcony. The geckos and rain was louder than I expected but easily ignored with ear plugs. This is not a luxury hotel but it is safe and relatively comfortable. Love the view, it was beautiful!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Feb 2025
Michael
Steven at the front desk absolutely made the experience!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jan 2025
Yograj
Swimming pools were great, we enjoyed it thoroughly, but the loud music from the restaurant was ruining the peace.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jan 2025
Dianna
When I went to shower, there was no shower/shampoo soap. I contacted the front desk through Whats App, They responded right away and sent someone to bring soap very quickly.
We were late for our excursion pick up time and the front desk let us know they were waiting through Whats App. We thought the time was 20 minutes later, so we appreciated the notice so they would wait for us.
Great service from the front desk. They even helped us with restaurant suggestions for dinner. We enjoyed our stay. Thank you.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jan 2025
Stephanie
I loved this property! Very eco friendly, very convenient to Manuel Antonio park, shops, restaurants and the beach, and staff is amazing! The food was great and very affordable and the views are out of this world!
Leisure Self
4/10
Poor
30 Dec 2024
aarthi
Noisy rooms in 4 th floor from the kitchen above. Very convenient to Manuel Antonio Park. Very good selection on breakfast
Leisure Family

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