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COCO Beach Village

Hotel in Matapalo

Located in Matapalo, a 2-minute walk from Matapalo Beach, COCO Beach Village has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

A
Anne Marie
From
Norway
Spacious rooms, secure car park. Sloth snoozing in trees outside … wow factor! Enjoyable stop after drive from Alajuela. Having been to Manuel Antonio, would definitely recommend the beach here - no crowds, and no hassle. Relaxed atmosphere and excellent restaurant next door. Recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 283 reviews
Price from
$128.25
1 night, 2 adults

Raya

Matapalo

Raya offers accommodations in Matapalo, a 5-minute walk from Matapalo Beach and 23 miles from Manuel Antonio National Park. This bed and breakfast offers air-conditioned accommodations with a terrace....

A
Alexandra
From
Portugal
Very comfortable and big bed, great shower, delicious breakfast, very clean and exceptionally welcoming hosts. They have a lot of info on activities in the area and the local flora and fauna. But most of all they make you feel at home and safe. I would definitely come again to spend some relaxing days at Raya in Matapalo! The location is just perfect, everything in walking distance 7‘ to the beach, 5‘ to famous and awesome Matapalo Supper Club Restaurant, another restaurant and the supermarket. 20‘ to the bus stop. And on the other side of the road: Angelo who takes you on trips with his lovely horses.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 108 reviews
Price from
$93.10
1 night, 2 adults

Rafiki Beach Camp

Matapalo

Rafiki Beach Camp in Matapalo provides accommodations with pool with a view, a garden, and barbecue facilities. This beachfront property offers access to a patio.

J
Jane
From
United States
The tent was large and comfortable. The setting was splendid. Beautiful landscaping. We got a visit from a troop of monkeys. That was exciting and fun. Highly recommend Rafiki Beach Camp.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews
Price from
$138.94
1 night, 2 adults

Dreamy Contentment

Matapalo

A good location for a relaxing getaway in Matapalo, Dreamy Contentment is a bed and breakfast surrounded by views of the mountain.

j
jill
From
United States
Perfect beach for walking, lovely caretakers.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 135 reviews
Price from
$117.99
1 night, 2 adults

Iguana Libre

Dominical (Near Matapalo)

Located in Dominical, 28 miles from Manuel Antonio National Park, Iguana Libre provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

P
Patricia
From
Costa Rica
We loved the owners, Bettina & Roman. We loved the forest surrounding their property, a welcome cjange from the beaches we had stayed at before. The breakfast was fantastic with homemade rolls, butter and jam. We'll be back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 121 reviews
Price from
$65
1 night, 2 adults

Lapazul Boutique Hotel

Savegre (Near Matapalo)

Located in Savegre, 29 miles from Manuel Antonio National Park, Lapazul Boutique Hotel provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

J
Joel
From
United States
The location was private and stunning.... wildlife all around the property and visible from our rooms! The staff was amazing- Monica, George, and Giovani are wonderful, caring people who work tirelessly to make guests' experiences simply amazing.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 78 reviews
Price from
$342
1 night, 2 adults

La Palapa Ecolodge

Portalón (Near Matapalo)

Located in Portalón, 21 miles from Manuel Antonio National Park, La Palapa Ecolodge provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

M
Marcie
From
United States
Helene was very welcoming. Breakfast was great! we were a family of 5 and were very comfortable in a bungalow. Great location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 224 reviews
Price from
$70
1 night, 2 adults

Jungle Bus, 5 min drive to PlayaLinda, 15 to Dominical, Wifi Starlink

Quepos (Near Matapalo)

Providing a garden, Jungle Bus, 5 min drive to PlayaLinda, 15 to Dominical, Wifi Starlink provides accommodations in Quepos.

B
Brian
From
United States
We were lucky to book this unique bus-home at the last minute! Nestled in the jungle, the place is absolutely beautiful—clean, well-decorated, and surrounded by nature. The outdoor shower with hot water was a special touch, and the kitchen had everything we needed. After driving for three hours through a storm, we arrived late at night, exhausted and unable to find food. To our surprise, the host greeted us at 10 PM with a box of spaghetti and pesto sauce—such a thoughtful gesture! Waking up to the sounds of singing birds and the peaceful jungle was pure magic. Highly recommend this one-of-a-kind experience!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
$63
1 night, 2 adults

Rainbow Lodge Costa Rica

Savegre (Near Matapalo)

Offering garden views, Rainbow Lodge Costa Rica in Savegre has accommodations, an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, a private beach area and a terrace.

A
Alisa
From
Israel
We absolutely loved our stay in this jungle house — it truly feels like sleeping in the heart of the jungle . The views are incredible, the pool is stunning, and the whole atmosphere is peaceful and magical. We loved it so much that we decided to extend our stay for an extra night — and honestly, looking back, we would have stayed two more if we could! The location is perfect — close to Manuel Antonio, Uvita, and beautiful beaches, yet still completely surrounded by nature. Our host was amazing — super kind and responsive. Overall, a wonderful and unforgettable experience. Totally worth it! 🌿✨
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews
Price from
$87.30
1 night, 2 adults

Rafiki Safari Lodge

Savegre (Near Matapalo)

With mountain views, Rafiki Safari Lodge is located in Savegre and has a restaurant, a concierge service, bar, garden, year-round outdoor pool and terrace.

S
Steven
From
United States
Amazing setting in the rainforest. Take Loki's advice and go white water rafting.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews
Price from
$208
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels with airport shuttles in Matapalo

Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 760 reviews
From $93.56 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 235 reviews
From $134.47 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 792 reviews
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 187 reviews
From $179.67 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 443 reviews
From $67.80 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,706 reviews
From $107.35 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,157 reviews
From $137.97 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 493 reviews
From $379.68 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 674 reviews
From $117.52 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 850 reviews
From $180.01 per night

Most booked hotels in Matapalo and surrounding area in the past month

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Popular with guests booking hotels in Matapalo

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 283 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Portalón

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 224 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Dominical

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 121 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Savegre

Popular with guests booking hotels in Savegre

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 78 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Savegre

Popular with guests booking hotels in Dominical

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 166 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Savegre

Popular with guests booking hotels in Savegre

Popular with guests booking hotels in Savegre

Best hotels with breakfast in Matapalo and nearby

Mata palo bech club in Savegre provides accommodations with a garden and a bar. With garden views, this accommodation features a swimming pool.

From $105.66 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 78 reviews

Located in Savegre, 29 miles from Manuel Antonio National Park, Lapazul Boutique Hotel provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

From $474.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 121 reviews

Located in Dominical, 28 miles from Manuel Antonio National Park, Iguana Libre provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

From $73.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

With mountain views, Rafiki Safari Lodge is located in Savegre and has a restaurant, a concierge service, bar, garden, year-round outdoor pool and terrace.

From $200 per night

Located in Savegre, a 2-minute walk from Matapalo Beach, Mata palo beach club provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a private beach area.

From $183.06 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Providing a garden, Jungle Bus, 5 min drive to PlayaLinda, 15 to Dominical, Wifi Starlink provides accommodations in Quepos.

From $98.59 per night

22 miles from Manuel Antonio National Park in Savegre, Sinfonía Tropical, ocean view, 5 minutes driving to Playa Linda, 15 to Dominical, wifi Starlink offers accommodations with access to spa...

From $133.62 per night

Offering a garden, Safari tent with private pool close to Manuel Antonio Glamping 2 features accommodations in Savegre. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

Budget hotels in Matapalo and nearby

26 miles from Manuel Antonio National Park in Savegre, Las Nubes Resort offers accommodations with access to spa facilities, wellness packages, and beauty services.

From $2,553.80 per night

New Luxury! Panoramic Views-pool-private-gated is located in Portalón, just 20 miles from Manuel Antonio National Park and 16 miles from Marina Pez Vela.

16 miles from Marina Pez Vela in Savegre, Casa Cali provides accommodations with access to a fitness room. The air-conditioned accommodation is 20 miles from Manuel Antonio National Park.

Casa de Teak is located in Savegre, just 22 miles from Manuel Antonio National Park and 18 miles from Marina Pez Vela. This property offers a private pool, free Wifi, and free private parking.

Villas Carari 2 is located in Savegre, just 25 miles from Manuel Antonio National Park and 22 miles from Marina Pez Vela. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

Villas Carari is located in Hatillo, just 25 miles from Manuel Antonio National Park and 22 miles from Marina Pez Vela. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 224 reviews

Located in Portalón, 21 miles from Manuel Antonio National Park, La Palapa Ecolodge provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

A recently renovated vacation home, Casa Alba - Portasol Vacation offers accommodations in Savegre. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

What Guests Said About Matapalo:

10

If you like to have a quiet vacation where you feel one with...

If you like to have a quiet vacation where you feel one with nature, this place is for you. It’s different from other cities we visited yet offers some of activities other places offer and it’s cheaper here. Food was delicious and cheap. Definitely visiting again.
Guest review by
Anonymous
10

Beautiful place, friendly people, relaxed atmosphere.

Beautiful place, friendly people, relaxed atmosphere. The epitome of Pura Vida. There are three licensed restaurants worth visiting, Akachete, La Esquinita and Supper Club. All are open for dinner, La Esquinita also breakfast and lunch and Akachete for lunch. There is Matapalo main centre with police, church, school and shops, also more eateries for lunches and snacks. And Playa Matapalo 15 minutes down the road, with one hotel (Coco Beach) and many B&B's, Airbnb and lodges close to the highly rated beach. Matapalo beach apartments (Jungle House) has a pool as well. Walks along the beach can go on the ever and the sunsets are magnificent. You can walk to Dominical along the beach, there are 4 rivers to cross which is very easy at low tide and it takes about 3 or 4 hours. The flora and fauna views are incredible and it's best in the early morning. You can catch the bus or take a taxi back to Matapalo. Also, take a walk to the small waterfall in the hills, it's about 30 minutes from La Esquinita restaurant. And horse riding on the beach in the afternoon.
Guest review by
merrifield PW
Canada
10

Great location for exploring the area from Manuel Antonio...

Great location for exploring the area from Manuel Antonio down to Uvita and up into the mountains. There were a number of small restaurants to eat at even though we only ate at one. The beach was nice and quiet with lots of shade trees.
Guest review by
Nancy
Canada
10

It’s a great place if you want a quiet peaceful experience,...

It’s a great place if you want a quiet peaceful experience, away from crowds and along with the nature. There are plenty physical activities on the beach—walking, biking, horse riding.Strong current and big waves are making it difficult and safe to swim, but you can wade in or drive to safer beaches. This beach provides you with a privacy and lots of room to explore. There is a little restaurant La Kashette a couple minutes from the beach and a small store.
Guest review by
anna
United States

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews
The ‘included breakfast’ didn’t exist. The washing machine didn’t exist. When we queried this after an hour of negotiation between the host via a third party over the phone we were offered the use of the twin tub. We chose not to as by then we were steaming and desperate to explore. There was no hot tub (we weren’t planning to use it but it was on the details). It took us an hour to find the place because although we asked several locals they had never heard if it. Turned out it was called Jungle House not Matapalo beach apartments.
Guest review by
Julie
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 317 reviews
We stayed at this beautiful small hotel after travelling through Costa Rica for a week. This was a perfect place to relax and enjoy the beach. The host is lovely and we saw sloths, monkeys, and birds in the back yard. The breakfast was made with love. You will need a car to get around but a few restaurants are close by. We would definately come back!
Guest review by
Michaela
Germany
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 227 reviews
The location was ideal, close to the beach, and with a good sized pool. Good cooking facilities, and very comfortable bed. Carlos was extremely helpful and always on hand. Very relaxed atmosphere. The beach at Matapalo is beautiful and mostly deserted, with a couple of good restaurants nearby and a supermarket within 10min walk.
Guest review by
David
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 108 reviews
The owners were so lovely, giving us great recommendations and tips for where to go and what to do. Very helpful overall to make our stay comfortable. Great breakfast and delicious waffles. It's a new hotel, nicely designed, and you can tell they take extra care to start things right.
Guest review by
Kevin
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 283 reviews
This is a very nice and quiet little hotel very close to the beach. Very good starting point for Uvita and whale watching tours. Large, well equipped rooms with AC. And David is very supportive to get the best out of your days here. Great stay.
Guest review by
Bernd
Germany