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Our top choices for El Cerro hotels

A covered outdoor lounge area with wooden lounge chairs and potted plants.

1. Hotel Plaza Yara

Hotel Plaza Yara
3.5 star property
El Cerro
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (550 reviews)
"Loved Plaza Yara!!! Everything was amazing; the room, the staff, the breakfast, the location, the wildlife. Highly recommend this hotel."
United States
Anne-Charlotte
The price is Rp1.370.650
Rp1.548.834 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hotel Plaza Yara
A narrow pathway flanked by lush tropical plants leading to a building.

2. Tico Tico Villas Adult Only

Tico Tico Villas Adult Only
2.0 star property
El Cerro
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (23 reviews)
"Very cute apartment and nice pool area."
United States
Andrea
The price is Rp1.419.027
Rp1.603.500 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Tico Tico Villas Adult Only
Restaurant

3. Boutique Hotel Las Cascadas

Boutique Hotel Las Cascadas
3.0 star property
El Cerro
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (262 reviews)
"Great stay. 15 minute walk to town, but the property itself gives you that tropical rainforest all around. Staff is extremely friendly. Food was delicious and very well presented. Perfect for a stay near the Marina and near amenities but removed from heavily concentrated tourist centers. Loved it!"
United States
Juan
The price is Rp2.096.289
Rp2.368.807 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Boutique Hotel Las Cascadas
A clear pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of distant hills.

4. Gaia Collection Hotels - Adults only

Gaia Collection Hotels - Adults only
4.0 star property
El Cerro
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Our stay at Gaia Hotel & Reserve was wonderful, but what truly made it exceptional was the outstanding level of service. From the moment we arrived, we were incredibly impressed by the warmth, professionalism, and genuine attentiveness of the entire staff. You can tell that providing exceptional service is part of the culture of this hotel. Everyone made us feel welcomed, cared for, and completely at ease throughout our stay. A few people especially stood out: Chris at the front desk and...
United States
Glenn
The price is Rp4.469.934
Rp5.051.025 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Gaia Collection Hotels - Adults only
An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, dense greenery, and a small island.

5. Hotel Planeta Sano

Hotel Planeta Sano
3.0 star property
El Cerro
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (75 reviews)
"The staff was very pleasant and helpful. We booked a cooking class on a rainy day through them and it was well worth it. The breakfast was good."
United States
Cheri
The price is Rp1.973.737
Rp2.230.323 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hotel Planeta Sano
A swimming pool with a wooden pergola overhead, surrounded by potted plants and outdoor seating.

6. Villas In Sueño

Villas In Sueño
3.0 star property
El Cerro
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"This is such an amazing place to stay at! The staff were so helpful throughout our trip. The room was amazing! We got to see a lot of wildlife right from our balcony. The breakfast is delicious. We can’t wait to come back again."
United States
Olivia
The price is Rp1.211.726
Rp1.369.250 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Villas In Sueño
A room with a wooden table and chairs, a sofa with patterned cushions, a bed with a blue cover, and a TV on the wall.

7. Villas Mymosa

Villas Mymosa
3.0 star property
El Cerro
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (164 reviews)
"Good location. Friendly staff. Well maintained property."
Canada
Christina Joy
The price is Rp2.082.851
Rp2.353.622 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Villas Mymosa
Exterior

8. Bongo

Bongo
2.0 star property
El Cerro
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (48 reviews)
"Beatiful hotel"
Mexico
irma
The price is Rp1.086.331
Rp1.227.554 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Bongo
An infinity pool with a clear view of the ocean and a thatched roof structure.

9. La Mariposa Hotel

La Mariposa Hotel
3.5 star property
Manuel Antonio, 2.1 km from El Cerro
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Stunning views, great food, nice personnel"
United States
Ghislaine
The price is Rp5.275.190
Rp5.960.964 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
La Mariposa Hotel
A pool with a view of the sunset, surrounded by tropical foliage.

10. Gaia Hotel And Reserve - Adults Only

Gaia Hotel And Reserve - Adults Only
4.5 star property
Manuel Antonio, 0.7 km from El Cerro
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (543 reviews)
"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"
United States
Jose
The price is Rp4.510.708
Rp5.097.172 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Gaia Hotel And Reserve - Adults Only
A white pickup truck parked on a dirt path surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

11. Mata Palo Beach Club

Mata Palo Beach Club
3.0 star property
27.5 km from El Cerro
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is Rp1.064.270
Rp1.202.625 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Mata Palo Beach Club
A clear swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, with dense tropical foliage in the background.

12. The Falls by Lalibela

The Falls by Lalibela
3.5 star property
Manuel Antonio, 2.3 km from El Cerro
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent staff from the front desk to the restaurant to housekeeping."
United States
Allen
The price is Rp2.020.501
Rp2.283.166 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
The Falls by Lalibela
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by various tropical plants and a modern building structure in the background.

13. Raya

Raya
3.0 star property
24.9 km from El Cerro
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Close to the beach, super clean and friendly staff."
United States
oscar
The price is Rp1.446.798
Rp1.634.926 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Raya
A poolside area with sun loungers and a person relaxing.

14. Los Altos Resort

Los Altos Resort
5.0 star property
Manuel Antonio, 1.9 km from El Cerro
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (265 reviews)
"Beautiful property, restaurant was delicious, excellent service all around, we loved our stay."
United States
Julia
The price is Rp12.491.822
Rp14.115.758 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Los Altos Resort
A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, multiple hanging spherical lights, and indoor plants.

15. Hotel Naoz

Hotel Naoz
3.0 star property
Manuel Antonio, 1.7 km from El Cerro
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (394 reviews)
"The room is extremely clean and spacious. Breakfast is cooked for you every morning & the staff is very friendly and helpful. They can answer any questions you may have about local spots & beaches. Would highly recommend staying here it is located right off the Main Street."
Canada
Sofia
The price is Rp1.677.031
Rp1.895.046 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Hotel Naoz
An aerial view of a tropical island with a crescent-shaped beach, surrounded by lush greenery and clear blue waters.

16. ECOTICA Boutique Hotel & Spa.

ECOTICA Boutique Hotel & Spa.
3.5 star property
Manuel Antonio, 2 km from El Cerro
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (430 reviews)
"Fantastic place right in the middle of Quepos. Fantastic pool and bar area and lots of pricay. Would stay again!"
United States
Amanda
The price is Rp2.741.193
Rp3.097.548 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
ECOTICA Boutique Hotel & Spa.
A staircase surrounded by lush green foliage, leading to a building with a traditional architectural style.

17. Hotel Villas Lirio

Hotel Villas Lirio
3.0 star property
Manuel Antonio, 1.5 km from El Cerro
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (486 reviews)
"We had a short stay at this hotel and we loved the location. Close to restaurants and tours/park. The staff were extremely helpful and nice. The room was decent and the pool was nice."
United States
Becky
The price is Rp2.027.819
Rp2.291.435 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Hotel Villas Lirio
Balcony view

18. Tulemar Resort

Tulemar Resort
4.0 star property
Manuel Antonio, 1.7 km from El Cerro
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (253 reviews)
"Clean room but dated. Wooden and natural reserve. Great staff."
United States
Sumit
The price is Rp5.197.082
Rp6.136.974 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Tulemar Resort
A pool area with a view of the ocean at sunset, surrounded by palm trees and umbrellas.

19. Si Como No Resort, Spa and Wildlife Refuge

Si Como No Resort, Spa and Wildlife Refuge
3.5 star property
Manuel Antonio, 2.2 km from El Cerro
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (838 reviews)
"We can't wait to visit again!"
United States
Sarah
The price is Rp3.198.014
Rp3.613.756 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Si Como No Resort, Spa and Wildlife Refuge
A person holding a glass of wine at a poolside during sunset.

20. Makanda by the Sea

Makanda by the Sea
5.0 star property
Manuel Antonio, 2.3 km from El Cerro
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (599 reviews)
"AMAZING HONEYMOON SPOT!!!!!"
United States
Hannah Marie
The price is Rp10.571.030
Rp11.945.263 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Makanda by the Sea
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Compare popular hotels in El Cerro

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A clear pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of distant hills.
Gaia Collection Hotels - Adults only
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
10 reviews
View
A covered outdoor lounge area with wooden lounge chairs and potted plants.
Hotel Plaza Yara
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
550 reviews
View
A swimming pool with a wooden pergola overhead, surrounded by potted plants and outdoor seating.
Villas In Sueño
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
9 reviews
View
Restaurant
Boutique Hotel Las Cascadas
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
262 reviews
View
A room with a wooden table and chairs, a sofa with patterned cushions, a bed with a blue cover, and a TV on the wall.
Villas Mymosa
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
164 reviews
View

Where to stay in El Cerro

Find the best El Cerro areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, clear turquoise waters, and a lush green island.

Manuel Antonio

The stunning beaches and idyllic natural landscape are just a few highlights of Manuel Antonio. Make a stop by Cascada El Salto or Biesanz Beach while you're exploring the area.

An aerial view of a house surrounded by dense greenery, a swimming pool, and a parked car.
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Valle Pura Vida

Valle Pura Vida might not have many top sights, but Cascada El Salto and Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Top El Cerro Hotel Reviews

Igloo Beach Lodge

Igloo Beach Lodge

8/10 Good
"The only reason one star was removed was because there should be better doors for the igloos and a locking option on the inside. The reason your guests find this important is because if we are inside changing and do not hear knocking, the cleaning staff will enter. This is not ok. The only issue is the window covering does not fully cover the window. I don’t think it’s appropriate for people to be able to see in my room while we are supposed to have privacy. Other than those things, this place is excellent.we have stay at this place five times I believe for a minimum of three nights each time. The staff is very personable. The restaurant is decent. The lunch/dinner menu tastes better than the breakfast menu. But both are still decent. They make excellent drinks at the restaurant. My other minor complaint is that you need more pool towels for your guests. Waiting until 3pm for them to be cleaned isn’t ok. We were going to try to keep and reuse ours the next day so we wouldn’t have the issue… but the cleaning teams takes them. Not sure why as we were trying to reduce and reuse. Anyway, we would definitely go to this resort again. There are a few very easy improvements I have requested. :)"
Robert S 4-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Igloo Beach Lodge

Frequently asked questions

What is El Cerro like?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Quepos's El Cerro neighbourhood has to offer. Make sure that you visit Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and Rancho Tipico don Juan as part of your El Cerro travel plans.
What's the best accommodation in El Cerro?
Based on our traveller data, Hotel Plaza Yara is one of the top choices for your stay in El Cerro. This hotel is steps from Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge, and offers 2 outdoor pools and free breakfast. Other good options for your stay in the area include Boutique Hotel Las Cascadas and Tico Tico Villas Adult Only.
How many hotels will I find in the El Cerro area?
Expedia has 79 hotels and other accommodation options in El Cerro to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Quepos area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in El Cerro, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals in El Cerro.
What is there to do in this Quepos neighbourhood?
A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in El Cerro are Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and Rancho Tipico don Juan. While you're out sightseeing, Marina Pez Vela and Nahomi Park are a couple of additional sights to visit in Quepos.