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Hotel Mangaby

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, a short walk to Playa Hermosa

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Outdoor pool
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Pool View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Front of property
Studio, 1 King Bed | View from room
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace | Premium bedding, in-room safe, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Playa Hermosa, Sardinal, Guanacaste
  • Playa Hermosa
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Coco Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Panamá Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Pool View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Pool View

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace | Premium bedding, in-room safe, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Terrace

  • 990 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Studio, 1 King Bed | View from room

Studio, 1 King Bed

  • 506 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Playa Hermosa

Located within a 5-minute walk of Playa Hermosa, Hotel Mangaby is within a mile (2 km) of Rocio's Kitchen. This 3-star hotel welcomes guests with 17 rooms and conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Playa Hermosa - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Coco Beach - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Panamá Beach - 7 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Playa Calzón de Pobre - 8 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Playa Penca - 9 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Capricho Mexican Restaurant & Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Makoko - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Guayoyo - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Donde Claudio y Gloria - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪AquaSport - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Mangaby

Hotel with free parking, a short walk to Playa Hermosa
At Hotel Mangaby, guests enjoy features like an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with concierge services, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a hot tub, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
32-inch TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer free toiletries. Furnished balconies, refrigerators, and safes are also standard.
An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 12 for adults and USD 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 02 to October 20:
  • Bar/Lounge

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 12 for adults and USD 6 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-7:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Hotel Mangaby Playa Hermosa
Hotel Mangaby
Mangaby Playa Hermosa
Mangaby
Mangaby Hotel Playa Hermosa
Hotel ManGaby Costa Rica/Playa Hermosa, Guanacaste
Hotel Mangaby Hotel
Hotel Mangaby Sardinal
Hotel Mangaby Hotel Sardinal

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Hotel Mangaby?

Hotel Mangaby provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Mangaby?

As of May 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Mangaby on Jun 9, 2025 start from $124.3, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see within easy reach of Hotel Mangaby?

Based on positive ratings, guests enjoy the hotel's walkable location in Sardinal, and it's just steps from Playa Hermosa. You'll also find Panamá Beach and Playa Penca within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Hotel Mangaby?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Hotel Mangaby have a casino at the property?

No, Hotel Mangaby doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Mangaby?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Hotel Mangaby?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Mangaby?

Yes, this hotel has a spa tub.

Does Hotel Mangaby have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Hotel Mangaby serves continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Hotel Mangaby allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Hotel Mangaby.

Does Hotel Mangaby have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Hotel Mangaby?

The closest major airport to Hotel Mangaby is Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR), which is 14.6 mi away (28 minutes by car). Another top airport is Tamarindo (TNO), which is around 20.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Hotel Mangaby?

Yes, every guestroom at Hotel Mangaby comes with a furnished balcony with some featuring garden or pool views.

Hotel Mangaby Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 128 out of 235 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 235 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 235 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 235 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 235 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Simple clean friendly convenient and reasonably priced
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a nice family operated business, a nice place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location, rooms in good condition. Staff was very accommodating and friendly, ensuring the experience was perfect. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There is plenty of wildlife around (Howler Monkeys, pizotes, raccoons, skunks, exotic birds); and it’s an easy walk to the beach. Plenty of eating options, and there’s a convenience store a 6 minute walk away. Good place to crash while enjoying the beach life.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Jason

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Vladimir

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is within 3-5min walk from Playa Hermosa
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The 6 person suite was outdated and didn’t quite match the expectations from the online pics. It also had bits of sand on the chairs and sofa upon arrival which was still doable by our group as we just put towels over when we sat. The thing that was difficult to deal with was the amount of larger brown ants crawling on the floor and walls we discovered when we finally got in after a long day and were ready to just sleep. We ended up killing as many as we could and pulled the beds away from the wall, only to discover from the dirtiness under that the bed clearly hadn’t been moved in a while to get a decent clean in. The window was open upon our initial arrival, so maybe this is how the ants got in and hopefully it’s not an ongoing problem. We only spent a night here, but it’s not a place we’d do again even though it’s so close to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

ZHIJIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The management was so helpful and willing to be flexible and accommodating. My husband needed medical treatment and the hotel staff made the calls needed to get us help. We also got a bigger room at the end of our stay. The pool was really nice.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Ruth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and modest hotel - close to the beach

This a modest hotel. I rented an apartment. It had 2 bedrooms,Tvs and well equiped kitchen. It has a fridge too. The beds are not good.. they are old and heavy. the doors do not close because of the beds.. you need to move the beds to be able to close the doors ! dining table, chairs, are old.. the apartment needs an upgrade- we paid $254 for one nitght. Breakfast is modest too. Fruts are cheep in CR. I do not know why the small portions and not so good looking. Pleae improve breakfast. The best is the nice pool
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Rustam

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

MAXIM

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly fine for a last night close to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Selvaraj, Hillsboro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The manage came through when my teenage kids locked their phones inside the safe. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Cynthia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First let me say I am not a "5 star" traveller. I have stayed at many 2 and 3 star properties in many countries and understand things are different in 2nd and 3rd world tropical countries. But Hotel Mangaby was unacceptable. Stay away. Bathroom not cleaned . Garbage full of last guests' dirty smelly toilet tissue. Cockroaches in the bathroom and around the bed even with the lights on! Imagine if I shut them off. The lady at the desk kindly helped me get a taxi and another hotel. I booked 2 nights and can understand paying for 1 night( I stayed none) but the hotel manager insisted on keeping payment for the second night as well. I guess that's how they make their money! Stay away...trust me. It's not worth it. I've never submitted such a bad review anywhere. I wouldn't stay for free...or even if you paid me!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve, Ann Arbor

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and the owners are fantastic! I read other reviews from recent travelers, and I have to say that this was a fabulous value and a really comfortable hotel. The staff is so accommodating. If you are looking for a luxury getaway with all the bells and whistles, this is not the place for you. HOWEVER, all of our needs were met, the pool and pool area are great, the private patio area for each room is fantastic, room service is very thorough and the place is clean and comfortable. We will definitely stay again on our next trip back. The location cannot be beat! The only negative was that the poolside bar/restaurant was not open during our stay due to staffing issues. This would have made it so perfect, but it was perfect none the less!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John, Santa Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owner was so friendly and helpful! It is close to the beach, and several excellent restaurants. There are mini suites, or standard rooms. We had a suite, which was well stocked with dishes, flatware, pots, pans, blender, slow cooker, and toaster. Also pitcher, cups, glasses for wine, and rocks drinks. We were only there for 3 days, and it was a nice stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were extremely nice and the breakfast they offer was delicious! The pool is maintained well and its a quite area! Would highly recommend for new travellers!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Noemy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very convenient location and good attention by the owners.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irvin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel was fine but there are others in the area that are much nicer
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

corina

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024