Very good location, close to the Manuel Antonio park, almost all rooms have sunrise or sunset view, great pool, spacious rooms. The breakfast was good, as well. Not too many options, but varied from one day to another. Also, the sunset restaurant and the sunset bar are a big attraction for everyone, especially that the restaurant also serves quite good food. Lot of wildlife within the hotel's garden - macaw parrots, monkeys, agouti, sloths and iguanas. They can help with booking tours and a free shuttle to the public beach is available for the quests. Friendly staff.

What can be approved - Definitely, the wifi. For the older rooms, the balcony doors are not well sealed so bugs/insects get through at night. You can solve this with bug spray or an anti-mosquito plug-in device. Additionally, something that might by annoying for the European guests (it was for us) - there is no mobile shower, only a fixed one.

Great view from the room. Great pool. Great breakfast. Great lunch and dinner. Great staff at the dinner restaurant. Great location.

Rude receptionist on arrival told me I could not check in as he was prioritising customers who were checking out. Told me to come back in 1-2hrs to check in. Note that I had paid for this hotel in full, it was not cheap, I was simply trying to check in so I could leave my suitcases at reception and grab a drink or some food by the pool. In my whole life I have never been refused or turned away when trying to check into a hotel. I was shocked. After waiting 1-2hrs I returned to the receptionist only to be told that he was ‘busy’ sorting out some papers, and if I could come back in another hour. What a warm welcome? The room was noisy and lacked proper acoustic insulation, we could hear those above us walking around in their room which was noisy and uncomfortable.

Location (on hilltop) was excellent and provided extraordinary views, cool breezes and easy access to both Manuel Antonio and Quepos. The individual units / rooms provide ample privacy and all have incredible views. Generally, the property is beautiful and very well kept. Amenities overall were excellent, and the professional and courteous staff brought the entire experience together perfectly.

Our particular unit / room (2 beds for a family group of 3) was a bit awkward to manage (but not unmanageable). Other units / rooms would be more appropriate, surely; however, we booked late and we’re lucky to get a room!

The view was incredible and the hotel was close to attractions we were interested in. I loved hearing the howler monkeys from my room and the grounds were absolutely stunning.

La Mariposa was not the best choice for a group of people. It seemed like most of the patrons were couples or families with little tolerance for fun loving friends. The hotel was pretty quiet around dark--which was 6:30 pm.

Beautiful location, amazing view from the room and also from the restaurant. Breakfast was great. The bed was one of the most comfortable (and largest) beds I ever slept in.

Shower had some issues. Had to wait for minutes to have warm water. Also there was only rain shower head, no normal one, which is a problem if you don’t want to wash your hair every day. Also there’s not enough parking space for everyone and sometimes you need to park at the “backup” parking which is further and not really comfortable if there is a tropical shower.

Stunning views and beautiful infinity pool, the sunsets were unreal! Lots of wildlife on the property and wonder macaws and toucans! Staff at the pool bar were the best, remembered us each night which gave a nice personal feel.

The rooms are very tired and in need of a renovation to bring them up to standard, the beds are very hard, some of the rooms do not look like they have been updated in the past 20 years, the rooms near the parking lot in particular are very tired (we asked to change on the second night and at least had a shower which was hot and a slightly less firm bed in the new room). Breakfast buffet was empty when we arrived two mornings at 9am and there were no attempts to replenish quickly which considering breakfast is until 10.30am was rather upsetting.

The view was incredible absolutely LOVED the view especially whilst eating breakfast - which was also delicious! The infinity pools were also stunning. Staff were all very attentive, very friendly and happy people. As soon as we got there the first thing we saw was an Agoutis running across our path and then standing still like a statue! Then 2nd day we also got the delight of a group of capuchin monkeys visiting us for breakfast and trying to come steal our food :) It was a magical place!

The jacuzzi pool did not work (the bubble buttons are broken), we took a sunrise ocean view room and got a garden view where you would have to lean over on the balcony to see any ocean. The hotel said I took the "partial ocean sunrise room" but I checked my booking and no where does it say 'partial view'. This standard room decor very outdated and ugly and for $260 per night is not worth it. BUT the hotel staff very kindly upgraded us for free to a lovely larger room with a kitchenette and beautiful views. So were happy in the end! Thank you to the lovely Luis and his colleague :D

LM is set in the best possible location; fabulous views, with easy access to beaches, buses, bars and restaurants. Two things made the hotel very special indeed - 1. The staff. Alan, Jonathan, Felippe among many. They were outstanding. Nothing was too much trouble. The bar and catering areas were always pristine and it was clear they keep a tight ship. Wildlife galore to see particularly at dusk far more than we saw in the parks! Everyone gathers excitedly and takes pics. It was breathtaking!

Prices are steep. Understandable as the quality of the produce is high but we found drinks especially very dear. My only concern really was the lack of shade around the pool. With todays skin cancer issues, the hotel need to invest in a dozen sunshades. The pool could use a spruce up as it doesn’t look as gleaming and clean as it could. Loved the experience though.

This hotel is unique in that it manages to feel incredibly luxurious and comfortable at the same time. It's placed on a hill top overlooking Manuel Antonio National Park, surrounded by rainforest and all the flora and fauna that go with it. It has a huge infinity pool framing the view as well as plenty of room for lounging, dining and sitting at the wet bar. One of the most beautiful hotels I've stayed in the over 50 countries I've visited. All staff should be proud!

Nothing. The room was more spacious than I expected, view better than expected and pools warmer and more beautiful than expected. Also, food in restaurant was very well prepared, waiter was incredibly polite and professional and everyone went above and beyond to make our stay perfect.

The hotel offers breathtaking views of the national park and the ocean from the rooms, the resturant and the pool areas. The staff were all really friendly and welcoming, including the staff at the resturant. The hotel is well located, with other divine resturants within walking distance. The room was spotless and comfortable. Finally, I loved hanging out at the pool area and also made use of the hotel shuttle to the beach, all-in-all a wonderful and gorgeous stay.