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Recommended hotels in Playa Matapalo

A hammock with "JARDIN DE LOS HOROS" hanging from a tree, a wicker sofa, and a glass table on a balcony with a view of lush greenery.

1. Jardin de los Monos

Jardin de los Monos
3.5 star property
Savegre
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (59 reviews)
"This is the best place we've stayed so far! The environment is beautiful, and the staff and owner are incredibly kind and welcoming. We were also able to see many lovely wild animals, which made our stay even more special. Everything was wonderful and made our trip absolutely perfect. We highly recommend this place!"
United States
Summer
The price is Rp2.073.518
Rp2.343.003 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Jardin de los Monos
An outdoor restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery.

2. Mi Vida Lodge

Mi Vida Lodge
2.5 star property
Savegre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Very small. Quiet place friendly staff, clean, beautiful, great restaurant."
Canada
Anonymous traveller
The price is Rp2.077.130
Rp2.347.157 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Mi Vida Lodge
A beach with dark sand and waves.

3. Posada Alroma - Hostel

Posada Alroma - Hostel
1.5 star property
Savegre
4.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"The hostel had been sold. We had to find other accommodations. This should be removed from the inventory. "
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is Rp239.683
Rp541.679 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Posada Alroma - Hostel
A large, clear blue pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

4. Villas Rio Mar

Villas Rio Mar
3.0 star property
Bahía Ballena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (673 reviews)
"Beautiful property. Great for nature lovers..lots of birds."
United States
Del
The price is Rp1.928.119
Rp2.178.819 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Villas Rio Mar
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by various tropical plants and a modern building structure in the background.

5. Raya

Raya
3.0 star property
Matapalo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Close to the beach, super clean and friendly staff."
United States
oscar
The price is Rp1.511.789
Rp1.708.322 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Raya
An outdoor seating area with a wooden deck, a sofa, and a table.

6. Mata Palo Beach Club

Mata Palo Beach Club
3.0 star property
Savegre
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is Rp1.072.883
Rp1.212.358 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Mata Palo Beach Club
A beach with a sandy shore, a palm tree, and rocky outcrops in the background.

7. Tropical Sands Dominical Eco Inn

Tropical Sands Dominical Eco Inn
2.5 star property
Bahía Ballena
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (86 reviews)
"Place was well worth it staff very friendly 🙂"
United States
Keith
The price is Rp1.083.720
Rp1.224.604 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Tropical Sands Dominical Eco Inn
A wooden staircase surrounded by lush greenery and plants.

8. Hotel Diuwak

Hotel Diuwak
3.0 star property
Bahía Ballena
7.8 out of 10, Good, (240 reviews)
"Great location, walkable to everywhere in Dominical."
United States
Natalio
The price is Rp1.417.831
Rp1.602.149 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Hotel Diuwak
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a window with curtains, and a view of buildings outside.

9. Hotel Plaza Iguana

Hotel Plaza Iguana
3.0 star property
Quepos
The price is Rp1.463.022
Rp1.653.215 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Hotel Plaza Iguana
A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

10. Hotel el Páramo

Hotel el Páramo
3.0 star property
Paramo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (29 reviews)
"Clean rooms very quiet "
United States
maria
The price is Rp1.007.047
Rp1.137.963 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Hotel el Páramo
A person sitting on a beach with a surfboard, surrounded by trees and ocean waves.

11. Mavi Surf Hotel

Mavi Surf Hotel
3.0 star property
Bahía Ballena
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (109 reviews)
"Clean, friendly, a good value. "
United States
Ellen
The price is Rp2.540.860
Rp2.871.172 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Mavi Surf Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a wooden panel wall and a mirror on the wall.

12. Hotel Don Roberto

Hotel Don Roberto
3.0 star property
San Isidro de El General
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Bed and Breakfast surrounding green residential area. Restaurant attached is excellent. I tried the short ribs (costilla) with an Imperial Light Michelada Style for a refreshing meal. Staff is beyond kind. Cozy and friendly. Cool cabin style hotel. San Isidro is hot so the A/C is perfect."
United States
Ivania
The price is Rp738.013
Rp1.252.769 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Hotel Don Roberto
A pool surrounded by lush greenery and a few buildings with red roofs.

13. Hacienda Barú Lodge

Hacienda Barú Lodge
3.0 star property
Savegre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"The rooms and property are spotless. Nice bungalows set in lovely grounds with abundant wildlife all around. Great breakfast and easy drive to Dominican for fun beach bars etc. great local beach 10 mins stroll."
United Kingdom
Steven
The price is Rp1.450.277
Rp1.638.813 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Hacienda Barú Lodge
A coastal property with a balcony overlooking the sea, surrounded by lush greenery.

14. Villas Alturas

Villas Alturas
3.5 star property
Bahía Ballena
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (210 reviews)
"Everything was very good clean, and the stuff was very friendly"
United States
Marisol
The price is Rp2.482.026
Rp2.804.690 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Villas Alturas
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a glass table, overlooking a lush garden and distant hills.

15. Hotel Cuna Del Angel

Hotel Cuna Del Angel
3.5 star property
Bahía Ballena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (336 reviews)
"Clean air conditioned rooms. Very nice pool after a day of excursions. Helpful staff and a nice included breakfast. We ate each night in the restaurant which had a great selection of well prepared foods. Our waiter, Bernardo, was very entertaining. When in the area again, we will stay here again."
United States
Charles
The price is Rp2.733.087
Rp3.088.388 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Hotel Cuna Del Angel
A gazebo with a tiled roof surrounded by lush greenery and various plants.

16. La Foresta Nature Resort

La Foresta Nature Resort
3.0 star property
Quepos
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (382 reviews)
"Great place and value "
United States
Abumer
The price is Rp2.048.231
Rp2.314.501 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
La Foresta Nature Resort
A thatched-roof structure with a wooden deck and surrounding lush greenery.

17. Rafiki Safari Lodge

Rafiki Safari Lodge
2.5 star property
Río Nuevo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Beautiful place "
United States
Christopher
The price is Rp3.324.672
Rp3.756.879 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Rafiki Safari Lodge
An indoor garden area with plants and a bamboo structure overhead.

18. Bonding Coffee Roaster Café & Hotel

Bonding Coffee Roaster Café & Hotel
3.0 star property
Quepos
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (109 reviews)
"Staff were lovely, food was fantastic and the hotel bar/restaurant was a really interesting, open air design!"
United Kingdom
Stephen
The price is Rp1.580.063
Rp1.785.472 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Bonding Coffee Roaster Café & Hotel
A small, thatched-roof hut with a wooden deck and a single bed.

19. Paradise Lodge

Paradise Lodge
2.5 star property
Barú
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (13 reviews)
"Awesome hiking trails on the property, good breakfast, very clean and well kept."
United States
Carl
The price is Rp1.544.301
Rp2.051.301 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Paradise Lodge
A cozy tented accommodation with a bed, a wooden bench, a hanging light fixture, and a small sink.

20. Quimera Hotel

Quimera Hotel
2.0 star property
San Isidro de El General
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6 reviews)
"perfect place for when you are traveling to nuayaca or uvita"
United States
Carlos
The price is Rp935.069
Rp1.056.628 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Quimera Hotel
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Surfers catch perfect waves along this pristine beach where sea turtles often nest in the golden sand. Hike nearby trails in Manuel Antonio National Park or join local fishermen for authentic catch-and-release adventures.

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Top reviews in Playa Matapalo

An infinity pool with a view of the ocean at night, wooden lounge chairs, and a dining area with tables and chairs.
Kura Boutique Hotel Member of the Cayuga Collection

Kura Boutique Hotel Member of the Cayuga Collection

Kura Boutique Hotel Member of the Cayuga Collection
Bahía Ballena

10/10 Excellent

Amazing hotel, the place is beautiful but it’s the service that makes it one of the best hotel I have stayed at
United Kingdom
Anonymous traveller
Reviewed May 3, 2018
Kura Boutique Hotel Member of the Cayuga Collection

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Playa Matapalo?

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What is a motel?

Motel properties often have free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motel properties usually have exterior corridors overlooking the car park or an outdoor pool. The term "motel" was invented in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California.

What can I do in Playa Matapalo?

Some outdoorsy places nearby include Matapalo Beach, Playa Dominical and Nauyaca Waterfalls. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Rancho Tipico don Juan, Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons and Parque Reptilandia. While you're exploring the area, consider visiting Hacienda Baru, Manuel Antonio Beach and Playa Espadilla.

What's the weather like in Playa Matapalo?

Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Playa Matapalo to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 25°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 24°C. The rainiest months in Playa Matapalo are October, August, July and June, with each month seeing an average of 1054 mm of rainfall.

What are my options for getting around Playa Matapalo while staying in a motel?

We’ve gathered some information about getting around Playa Matapalo to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Quepos (XQP), which is located 14.3 mi (23 km) away from the city centre. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.