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El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection

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Outdoor pool, pool cabanas (surcharge)
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2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Meeting facility
Aerial view

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

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Papagayo Bay, Sardinal, Guanacaste, 50503
  • Place, Panamá Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Hermosa
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Coco Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Resort View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bar (on property)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Resort View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Resort View | Living area | 42-inch plasma TV with digital channels, TV, iPod dock

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Resort View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 68 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bar (on property)

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Resort view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • Garden view
  • 112 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Grand Suite, 1 Bedroom, Resort View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Grand Suite, 1 Bedroom, Resort View

  • Resort view
  • 112 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View | View from room

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Resort view
  • 155 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Balcony, Garden View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Outdoor pool, pool cabanas (surcharge)

Villa, 4 Bedrooms, Balcony, Garden View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Villa, 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection

Catch some rays at the beach or spend the day relaxing at El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants. Housekeeping is available on request.
El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection offers 85 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 42-inch plasma televisions come with premium digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include change of bedsheets. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool, a steam room and a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna.

The spa is open daily. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Panamá Beach. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and 2 restaurants are available.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Free self-parking
  • Drinking and dining options include 2 restaurants, a beach bar and a bar/lounge
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Treat yourself to facials, reflexology or body scrubs at the spa
  • Services include babysitting, supervised childcare and dry cleaning/laundry
  • On-site recreation includes a gym, a steam room and bicycles to rent
  • Just a 5-minute walk from Panamá Beach and 11 minutes on foot from Ericka's Fruit Stand
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
Some rates at El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection are all-inclusive. These rates include on-site meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a steam room. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 4844 square feet (450 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A fitness centre, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the luxury El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 4.5-star Sardinal hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast daily from 6 AM to 10 AM.
Makoko – This restaurant serves breakfast, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Matiss – This beachfront restaurant only serves lunch. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Late-night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

All-inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Awards and affiliations

This property is affiliated with the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association (IGLTA) and welcomes lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex and asexual (LGBTQ+) guests.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 1-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 1-device limit

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6 AM to 10 AM for a fee: USD 20 to 20 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Makoko
  • Matiss

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Steam room
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Babysitting
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (4,844 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch plasma TV with premium digital channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 20.00 to 20.00 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 65.00 per room (return)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 1-device limit. WiFi in public areas is also free and has a 1-device limit.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

El Mangroove Hotel
El Mangroove Hotel Papagayo
El Mangroove Papagayo
El Mangroove Autograph Collection Hotel Papagayo
El Mangroove Papagayo Autograph Collection
El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection Hotel
El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection Sardinal
El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection Hotel Sardinal

El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 324 out of 495 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 111 out of 495 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 495 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 495 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 495 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Dennis J.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness
Everyone was amazing ! We have never been to a resort where everyone was so nice and we mean everyone ! Wonder resort and we can’t wait to go back !
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was an ok hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, staff were super friendly. Couldn’t be happier
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing relaxing perfect place
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is not free, but very delicious! Awesome place to stay in the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was good, but the bathroom area lighting could have been a lot better.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Xue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family had an amazing stay at Mangroove Papagayo. The service was outstanding, and the property was absolutely beautiful. A huge shout out to Lindsey, she was professional, caring, and fun, and truly made our visit comfortable and memorable. A genuine five-star experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Very nice property for the most part. My room was nothing special but staff was great and breakfast great. Short stay. Highly recommend for layovers reasonably close to Liberia airport.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay

Phaedra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were lovely; food was overpriced and not that great.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an amazing stay! The room was very clean, the staff knew exactly what they were doing and explained everything clearly, and the space just felt professional and peaceful. Definitely stood out to me.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Adisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Excellent attention to detail, wonderful staff, and superb location.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Nosara Beach Resort

Great location at Nosara Beach with great food, staff is great and very comfortable room.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig R Buchman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Beach Front Property and Vibe

Great beach resort at Playa Panama
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are wonderful. Rooms clean and unique with hammocks on the "porch". Wonderful pools! We loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a top tier stay, we loved it here, and it was a very high quality resort. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a luxury stay near the Papagayo Pensinsula.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel and staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

DANIELA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a smooth stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Aida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice resort! Great staff, convenient access to the beach, good restaurants on premises.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sevda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for a high end getaway
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shentika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the swing in room.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Madhwari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property!
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

assi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly people and staff, amazing food and so green and clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

whit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing and quiet atmosphere
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

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