El Mangroove, Autograph Collection
A hip, hot boutique hotel in Costa Rica
Located on Costa Rica’s prime Papagayo Bay on the country’s Pacific coast, El Mangroove is a hip boutique hotel on 17 acres of beachfront forest surrounded by preserved mangroves.
Tucked in the province of Guanacaste — known for its pristine shoreline, beautiful mountain ranges, and stunning golden sunsets — the luxury resort gives off a vibe that's private, serene and undeniably stylish.
Guests, including families, couples and friends on holiday, are catered to here by an attentive staff while they relax by the pool, dine at one of two restaurants, unwind at the spa or get adventurous participating in Costa Rica’s many outdoor exploits.
Tucked in the province of Guanacaste — known for its pristine shoreline, beautiful mountain ranges, and stunning golden sunsets — the luxury resort gives off a vibe that's private, serene and undeniably stylish.
Guests, including families, couples and friends on holiday, are catered to here by an attentive staff while they relax by the pool, dine at one of two restaurants, unwind at the spa or get adventurous participating in Costa Rica’s many outdoor exploits.
Our Inspector's Highlights
- As a fully sustainable resort, El Mangroove follows a farm-to-table creed, featuring fresh, locally sourced foods and organic ingredients in all dining venues.
- This stylish resort’s focal point is the 130-foot long fresh-water, black-tiled pool that faces the beach and is flanked by private cabanas and lounge chairs.
- Hit the spa for some extra relaxation, but take advantage of your gorgeous surroundings by booking an outdoor massage amid the mangroves.
- El Mangroove provides numerous ways to enjoy the outdoors, including beach yoga, snorkeling and paddleboarding.
- Decked out with sofas and flat-screen TVs, the poolside cabanas offer private waiter service and mini massages.
The Rooms
- This unique Central American boutique hotel blends modern design with its lush surroundings — it features 85 spacious suites boasting mangrove and ocean views from private oversized terraces with quirky suspended chairs.
- Simple luxury seems to be the goal in the décor, which includes contemporary bohemian furnishings and regional artwork in rooms and throughout the resort.
- Bathrooms are a real treat with airy walk-in showers and dual rain showerheads, but you may prefer bathing in the private outdoor shower instead.
- The separate living spaces make rooms comfortable, especially for those who like to lounge in privacy.For an extra treat, splurge on a suite with an indoor/outdoor living room complete with a hammock and plunge pool.
The Restaurants
- The menus are sprinkled with regional dishes crafted from a fusion of traditional recipes and a modern, updated presentation.
- During the day, dine at Matiss, the hotel’s laid-back oceanfront beach eatery set on sand with an adjacent teak deck.
- Matiss serves light fare, such as addictive fish tempura tacos dressed up with papaya relish, and a fruit-filled list of cocktails, smoothies and juices.
- Makoko is a sexy indoor/outdoor restaurant serving contemporary dishes like confit duck ragout and hamachi curado.
Getting There
Carillos, Guanacaste, Panamá 50503, Costa Rica
TEL506-4701-0000
TEL506-2291-7750
NEARBY AIRPORT(S)
LIR (22 min)
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