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An outdoor restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery.

A reception area with a bamboo reception desk, a wooden door, and a potted plant.

A wooden building with a green pathway leading to a door.

A reception area with a bamboo reception desk, a sign indicating 'Reception' and 'Bebidas' (drinks), and a view of the outdoor garden.

1. Mi Vida Lodge

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￥18,153

￥20,513 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A lizard on a rough, gravelly surface with sparse vegetation.

A house with a red roof, white walls, and wooden doors.

A fenced outdoor area with a concrete floor, surrounded by trees and a small building in the background.

2. Posada Alroma - Hostel

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￥2,095

￥4,734 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A large, clear blue pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

A beach with rocky foreground, calm waves, and dense green foliage in the background.

A pathway leading through a lush garden with various tropical plants and trees.

A covered outdoor area with a hammock, wooden chairs, and a view of a garden.

3. Villas Rio Mar

Bahía Ballena

Henry

￥15,077

￥17,037 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A wooden staircase surrounded by lush greenery and plants.

A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

An indoor restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by lush green plants.

A nighttime outdoor area with a rock formation, a small pool, and a seating area.

4. Hotel Diuwak

Bahía Ballena

Anamaria

￥12,391

￥14,002 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A beach with a sandy shore, a palm tree, and rocky outcrops in the background.

A dining area with a long wooden table, chairs, and potted plants.

A courtyard with a hammock, potted plants, and a pathway.

A row of small, single-story buildings with wooden doors and a garden area in front.

5. Tropical Sands Dominical Eco Inn

Bahía Ballena

Keith

￥8,050

￥9,097 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A wooden gazebo with two wicker chairs overlooking a clear blue infinity pool.

A wooden deck with wicker chairs and a glass table, overlooking a lush landscape with a sunset.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, a large window with a view, and a balcony with chairs.

A modern two-story house with a covered outdoor dining area and a small gazebo.

6. Lapazul

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James

￥50,576

￥57,151 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A white pickup truck parked on a dirt path surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A kitchen with a dark wooden cabinet, a microwave, and a tiled floor.

A room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a small table, and a curtain.

A pool table in a room with large windows and a view of greenery outside.

7. Mata Palo Beach Club

Savegre

￥8,626

￥9,747 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A person sitting on a beach with a surfboard, surrounded by trees and ocean waves.

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, a window with curtains, and a wall mural of a tree.

A dining table with a white cup, a blue vase with a red flower, a plate with a mango and bananas, and a jar of sugar.

A dining area with a table set for two, featuring a vase with a red flower, a plate of fruit, and two cups.

8. Mavi Surf Hotel

Bahía Ballena

Ellen

￥22,099

￥24,972 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A pool surrounded by lush greenery and a few buildings with red roofs.

A wooden rocking chair in a covered outdoor area with a stone floor and a view of lush greenery.

A bedroom with a bed, two pillows, a window with curtains, and a wooden shelf unit.

A cozy living room with wooden furniture, a refrigerator, and a fan.

9. Hacienda Barú Lodge

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￥12,673

￥14,321 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A wooden deck with two swing beds, a large potted plant, and a view of the mountains.

A spacious living area with a wooden floor, a white sofa, wicker chairs, and a dining area with wooden furniture.

Two wooden lounge chairs facing a pool with a sunset view.

A large, modern house with a pool and solar panels, surrounded by lush green hills and a cloudy sky.

10. Lamangata Luxury Surf Resort - All Inclusive

Lagunas de Baru

"Lamangata was absolutely amazing! I stayed there for a work trip as a corporate pilot and my copilot also stayed there. While we were technically there for work it did not feel that way, but more so a paid vacation. I really enjoyed the relaxed home-like atmosphere where the whole resort is truly your home. The Playa Dominicalito room has such a beautiful view from the balcony. Even more amazing was the quality of the food. Every meal was cooked from scratch with local organic fruits,...

Andrew

￥92,739

￥104,795 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A coastal property with a balcony overlooking the sea, surrounded by lush greenery.

A staircase leading to a scenic overlook with a view of the ocean.

Two massage tables with white linens and pillows, a wooden chair, and a view of the ocean.

A balcony with two beds, a ceiling fan, and a view of the ocean.

11. Villas Alturas

Bahía Ballena

Tana

￥19,238

￥21,739 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A gazebo with a tiled roof surrounded by lush greenery and various plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a TV, a desk, and a dining area.

A swimming pool with blue umbrellas and lounge chairs.

A row of two-story buildings with a red-tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear sky.

12. La Foresta Nature Resort

Quepos

Charles

￥15,102

￥17,066 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a glass table, overlooking a lush garden and distant hills.

A curved infinity pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A dining area with a table and wicker chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of the ocean through a window.

A wooden pathway through a dense, green forest.

13. Hotel Cuna Del Angel

Bahía Ballena

Charles

￥22,236

￥25,127 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A bartender pouring a drink into a glass at a bar with shelves of liquor bottles in the background.

A building with a covered entrance, surrounded by dense greenery and trees.

An open-air restaurant with bamboo structures, wooden tables, and chairs.

14. Hotel el Páramo

Paramo

maria

￥8,449

￥9,547 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A thatched-roof structure with a wooden deck and surrounding lush greenery.

A person sliding down a water slide surrounded by lush greenery.

A rustic thatched-roof structure with a wooden deck, surrounded by lush greenery and rocks.

A cozy tented accommodation with two wooden beds, a small bathroom, and a view of the outdoors.

15. Rafiki Safari Lodge

Río Nuevo

Christopher

￥29,055

￥32,832 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A swimming pool with a stone bridge, surrounded by a building with multiple balconies and warm lighting.

An aerial view of a tropical island with a sandy beach, dense green forest, and clear turquoise waters.

An outdoor dining area with wicker furniture and a bar counter.

A stone-walled corridor with a polished floor and wooden beams on the ceiling.

16. Hotel San Bada Resort & Spa

Manuel Antonio

Shantel

￥24,625

￥27,826 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A swimming pool with a view of the sea and a tropical landscape.

An aerial view of a coastal area with two beaches separated by dense forest, surrounded by lush greenery.

A room with a large window overlooking a body of water and a distant landmass.

A modern building with a reception area, surrounded by lush greenery and a paved pathway leading to the entrance.

17. El Faro Containers Beach Hotel

Manuel Antonio

Rodrigo

￥13,659

￥15,435 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

An outdoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered seating area.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a wall clock.

A courtyard with a pool, covered seating area, and a restaurant named "Pasta".

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a small garden, and a building with a tiled roof.

18. Hotel Zima

San Isidro de El General

Daniel

￥17,364

￥19,621 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a bar area, and a view of the pool.

A corridor with a wooden floor, a large white bathtub, and a glass door leading to a bathroom.

A spacious lounge area with wooden beams, seating arrangements, and a view of the ocean.

An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a large water feature, and umbrellas.

19. Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa

Bahía Ballena

Martin

￥28,625

￥32,346 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A clear view of a swimming pool with a drink in a glass, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas.

A modern living room with a sofa, a small round table, and a potted orchid.

A modern outdoor space with a glass enclosure, bamboo fence, and lush greenery.

A modern building with a wooden door, a staircase, and surrounding greenery.

20. La Vela Boutique Hotel

Manuel Antonio

Wayne

￥19,435

￥21,961 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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Surfers catch perfect waves along this pristine beach where sea turtles often nest in the golden sand. Hike nearby trails in Manuel Antonio National Park or join local fishermen for authentic catch-and-release adventures.

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Top Playa Matapalo Hotel Reviews

Hotel Plaza Yara

10/10 Excellent

"Loved Plaza Yara!!! Everything was amazing; the room, the staff, the breakfast, the location, the wildlife. Highly recommend this hotel."

LAYAN Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Sin pensarlo volvería a quedarme en el hotel, buena ubicación, limpias y trato amable.!! Buen desayuno.!!"

Parador Nature Resort and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Everyone was so great and helped us to enjoy our stay"

Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful place very well maintained and super helpful staff definitely a10/10 will be back soon"

ECOTICA Boutique Hotel & Spa.

10/10 Excellent

"Perfecta para parejas"

Gaia Hotel And Reserve - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent

"Hello, My wife and I stayed here for 4 days. The service was incredible, breakfast included , and they even upgraded our room. Would recommend anyone to stay here if they never have visited Costa Rica. The staff provided great service and recommendations. It felt like I was in the show White Lotus lol"

Hotel Naoz

10/10 Excellent

"Me gustó todo de este alojamiento, nos recibieron con una bebida refrescante ideal por el calor del lugar, las habitaciones cómodas, limpias y permiten descansar plácidamente. El desayuno con variedad y preparado al momento, muy rico, lo mismo que las otras opciones del menú. Se ubica a pocos minutos del parque nacional. Recomiendo el lugar sin duda alguna, volvería todas las veces a este alojamiento, no hablo solo por mi sino por el grupo de 6 personas que éramos."

The Falls by Lalibela

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent staff from the front desk to the restaurant to housekeeping."

Hotel Verde Mar Direct Beach Access

10/10 Excellent

"Location is great walking distance to Manuel Antonio Park walking distance to shops and restaurants directly on the beach, which is unusual for that area and it has a pool.. staff is very friendly… Older Hotel basic but great location"

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Sueños de maria

Uvita Bahía Ballena Osa

￥6,315

￥7,136 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (7 reviews)

Casa del Arbol (Adults only)

Valle Pura Vida Quepos Provincia de Puntarenas

￥9,832

￥11,111 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

includes taxes & fees

Tico Tico Villas Adult Only

Calle 618 en frente Mono Azul Quepos Provincia de Puntarenas

￥12,502

￥14,127 total

Oct 6 - Oct 7

includes taxes & fees

9.6/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews)

Alborada Boutique Stay

Uvita de Osa Bahia Ballena Bahía Ballena Provincia de Puntarenas

￥12,634

￥14,277 total

Oct 16 - Oct 17

includes taxes & fees

10/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)

Hotel Flor Blanca

125 Oeste de la escuela Manuel Antonio Quepos Puntarenas

￥16,621

￥18,782 total

Oct 6 - Oct 7

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (274 reviews)

Villas Nicolás - Adults Only

4th KM, 618 Route Quepos Puntarenas

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9.6/10 Exceptional! (401 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Playa Matapalo?

Located 15.1 mi (24.3 km) from the heart of Playa Matapalo, Parador Nature Resort and Spa is a top choice for your stay based on our traveler data. Other good choices for your trip to the area are Hotel Costa Verde and Si Como No Resort, Spa and Wildlife Refuge. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Playa Matapalo.

What are some of the best vacation home rentals that Playa Matapalo has to offer?

Casa Mirador: Pool, Swim up Bar, Slide in central location!: You might want to consider this vacation home rental near Playa Matapalo, which is located in the mountains and has an outdoor pool, a balcony, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 6 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. Kick off your shoes and enjoy yourself with a garden and a selection of books. See all vacation rentals in Playa Matapalo.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Playa Matapalo, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Playa Matapalo.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Playa Matapalo?

To find more details about changing or cancelling your trip to Playa Matapalo, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What's the best budget-friendly hotel in Playa Matapalo?

Based on our traveler reviews, Posada Alroma - Hostel is a top choice for a less expensive stay. View all budget hotels in Playa Matapalo.

What's the best pet-friendly accommodation in Playa Matapalo?

Beach Townhouse A/C Jaguar (Kitchenette +) is a top guesthouse for people traveling with their pets, and offers laundry facilities and in-room kitchens for its human guests. Beach Townhouse: A/C Toucan (Kitchenette +) is another option for you and your pet. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Playa Matapalo.

What's the best place for a beach vacation in Playa Matapalo?

Mi Vida Lodge is a top beach lodge offering free WiFi and free parking, located within a short 6-minute walk of Matapalo Beach. See more stays near the beach in Playa Matapalo.

What are some accommodations with pools in Playa Matapalo?

Coco Beach Village is a top hotel with a pool, free breakfast, and free parking. View all hotels with pools in Playa Matapalo.

What is staying in Playa Matapalo like?

Visitors can enjoy all that Playa Matapalo has to offer including its beaches. In Playa Matapalo, there are 14 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Playa Matapalo.

What is there to see in Playa Matapalo?

A favorite place to visit is Matapalo Beach. You'll also find Playa Dominical and Hacienda Baru in the area. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Playa Matapalo guide.

What's the weather like in Playa Matapalo?

The hottest months are usually March and April with an average temp of 77°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 75°F. The rainiest months in Playa Matapalo are October, August, July, and June, with each month seeing an average of 41 inches of rainfall.

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Our top choices for Playa Matapalo hotels

1. Mi Vida Lodge

2. Posada Alroma - Hostel

3. Villas Rio Mar

4. Hotel Diuwak

5. Tropical Sands Dominical Eco Inn

6. Lapazul

7. Mata Palo Beach Club

8. Mavi Surf Hotel

9. Hacienda Barú Lodge

10. Lamangata Luxury Surf Resort - All Inclusive

11. Villas Alturas

12. La Foresta Nature Resort

13. Hotel Cuna Del Angel

14. Hotel el Páramo

15. Rafiki Safari Lodge

16. Hotel San Bada Resort & Spa

17. El Faro Containers Beach Hotel

18. Hotel Zima

19. Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa

20. La Vela Boutique Hotel

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Top Playa Matapalo Hotel Reviews

Hotel Plaza Yara

LAYAN Hotel & Spa

Parador Nature Resort and Spa

Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio

ECOTICA Boutique Hotel & Spa.

Gaia Hotel And Reserve - Adults Only

Hotel Naoz

The Falls by Lalibela

Hotel Verde Mar Direct Beach Access

More cheap stays in Playa Matapalo

Sueños de maria

Casa del Arbol (Adults only)

Tico Tico Villas Adult Only

Alborada Boutique Stay

Hotel Flor Blanca

Villas Nicolás - Adults Only

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