The 10 best hotels & places to stay in Matapalo, Costa Rica

Matapalo – 12 hotels and places to stay

COCO Beach Village

Situated in Matapalo, 200 metres from Matapalo Beach, COCO Beach Village features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

Adriana

From

Poland

Everything was great, the pool and garden were fabulous! Spacious clean room with all you need including beach towel- a nice touch. Lovely breakfast & friendly staff

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 282 reviews

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US$103.55

1 night, 2 adults

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Raya

Matapalo

Situated in Matapalo, 500 metres from Matapalo Beach and 37 km from Manuel Antonio National Park, Raya features spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

Muttalip

From

Germany

Our stay at this beautiful accommodation in Matapalo was simply fantastic! From the very first moment, we felt welcome, and the hosts were super friendly and helpful. The accommodation is just a short walk from the beach. The surrounding area and the village itself are lovely and perfect for relaxation – at the same time, we were able to spot some amazing wildlife, such as macaws and sloths. It is conveniently located between Manuel Antonio and Uvita, making it easy to explore both areas. The rooms are spacious, elegantly furnished, and of the highest quality. Everything was impeccably clean and well-maintained. The hosts provided excellent tips for excursions and activities in the area. You can truly feel that they run this place with passion and dedication! Breakfast is freshly prepared every morning based on a selection of options, accompanied by a small bowl of fruit and freshly brewed coffee. We can 100% recommend this accommodation! If you are looking for a relaxing, peaceful, and nature-inspired stay, this is the perfect place for you. We would definitely come back!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews

Price from

US$93.10

1 night, 2 adults

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Casa Aba Matapalo

Matapalo

Offering an outdoor swimming pool and just 100 metres from the beach, Casa Aba Matapalo is located in Matapalo. Free WiFi access is available.

Stephanie

From

Australia

Breakfast was delicious and there were lots of options. The owners were so nice and accommodating, they spoke Spanish to us but slowly so we could try and understand, which was great because we were trying to practice our Spanish. The accommodation was super close to the beach which there were not many people so it was great. There was also a sloth named George in the tree out the front which was an awesome suprise! Overall a great stay!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 226 reviews

Price from

US$80

1 night, 2 adults

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Rafiki Beach Camp

Matapalo

Located in Matapalo, a few steps from Matapalo Beach, Rafiki Beach Camp provides accommodation with a private beach area, free private parking, water sports facilities and pool with a view.

Nick

From

United Kingdom

The fantastic location adjacent to the beach meant that we could hear the sound of the waves as we fell asleep and as we awoke in the morning. The sunrise and sunset seen from the beach were very special. We had regular visits from a group of white faced capuchin monkeys, saw red macaws, frequent groups of pelicans flying low to the sea and a resident sloth. The staff are very friendly and helpful. This was a perfect end to 18 days in Costa Rica.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 96 reviews

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US$138.94

1 night, 2 adults

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Iguana Libre

Dominical (Near Matapalo)

Set in Dominical, 44 km from Manuel Antonio National Park, Iguana Libre offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

Stephanie

From

Canada

Owner's were so nice and accommodating. Wonderful breakfast.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 120 reviews

Price from

US$65

1 night, 2 adults

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Lapazul Boutique Hotel

Savegre (Near Matapalo)

Set in Savegre, 46 km from Manuel Antonio National Park, Lapazul Boutique Hotel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

John

From

United States

What a fabulous experience, from the friendly professional staff, the tranquil nature mountain setting, the sunset view pool, the delicious meals, the yoga deck, to the comfortable rooms, everything was perfect. We definitely wanted to spend a lot of time at the resort/hotel to enjoy it all. We saw toucans, agouti, and a sloth. Tip: Drive up during daylight for your first time, and use manual 1 or 2 to get up the hills. It gets easier after that! Thanks for the beautiful welcome, we can't wait to come back again. 💕

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 78 reviews

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US$342

1 night, 2 adults

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La Palapa Ecolodge

Portalón (Near Matapalo)

Located in Portalón, 33 km from Manuel Antonio National Park, La Palapa Ecolodge provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

Witold

From

Poland

Very friendly staff and owner met all our needs during our stay. We were travelling with disabled child and their attitude was really great. Beautiful space around our villa, nice and clean swimming pool, tasty breakfast... We enjoyed it very much.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9

Good - What previous guests thought, 221 reviews

Price from

US$70

1 night, 2 adults

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Rainbow Lodge Costa Rica

Savegre (Near Matapalo)

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

Sabine

From

Croatia

This place is a true paradise! You’re surrounded by lush jungle, with monkeys playing in the trees, yet you get to enjoy a beautifully designed cabin with all the comforts you need. Even the WiFi was excellent for working remotely. The hosts were incredibly kind and thoughtful, paying attention to every detail and sharing great tips to make our stay even better. Getting there involves an off-road path that can be a bit steep at times, but the hosts' clear instructions made it easy to find this hidden gem. We would absolutely recommend it!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews

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US$87.30

1 night, 2 adults

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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.

Julia

From

United Kingdom

Amazing place to stay! We had two nights and saw so much wildlife - sitting on our deck overlooking the pond we spent ages watching huge iguanas in the trees, loads of birds and even a Basilisk Lizard running across the water! The safari tents are really comfortable - fab beds, proper hot showers and plenty of space. I had a bit of a concern about the amount of creepy crawlies we might have in/around the tents but the mesh netting kept everything out (we saw plenty of insect life on the trails but nothing in or around the tents!). The big communal deck is also fab - the first night there was a huge storm and we sat having dinner while the thunder and lightning raged around us and bats flew round overhead - a really magical experience. The food was excellent and there was plenty of it. The pool and waterslide were a big hit with the kids too!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

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US$208

1 night, 2 adults

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Hotel Villas Rio Mar

Dominical (Near Matapalo)

Situated on the banks of River Baru, Hotel Villas Río Mar is also within a walking distance of 900 metres from the Village of Dominical.

Andres

From

Costa Rica

Great Place, huge space. Nice pools, the place feels cozy and everything worked as expected. It was a very nice stay, the breakfast was really good and good value for the money.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,165 reviews

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US$125.59

1 night, 2 adults

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