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Reviews of El Faro Containers Beach Hotel 3 stars

50 Meters West to the entrance to the National Park, 63755 Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

#30 of 60 hotels in Manuel Antonio

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 615 hotel reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.4

  • Comfort

    8.4

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    8.2

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free WiFi

    8.7

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  • Reviewed: 27 August 2025

    9.0
    Great place to visit Manuel Antonio National Park, walk there in only 5 minutes
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Perfect place to visit Manuel Antonio National Park - you can walk to the park entrance in only 5 minutes. You can leave your car at the hotel and walk to the park 👍. The rooms and the restaurant have a great view. We enjoyed a very good breakfast and dinner there. We booked a canoe tour with the hotel reception, the tour was great! We definitely would recommend this tour. They pick you up for the tour at the hotel. Price for the room is very good.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2025

    9.0
    Ideal location to go walking to Manuel Antonio and forget your car.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The room itself is, as announced, a refurbished container, that is large enough and perfectly fine, the furniture inside is only a bit limited. The hotel is also on a stiff slope, a golf type shuttle brings you up.

    This hotel is ideally located near the Manuel Antonio park accessible by walk. The room with view on the sea allows to view all the wonderful park sea front. The breakfast and lunch area is open to the forest around where one can see sloths, birds and monkeys. There was also a nice live concert one evening. All the team was very helpful on any request from us. Monkeys are passing through the room balconies, so windows must be carefully closed all time, but at teh same time it is quite an experience to see them going through from the room inside.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The view was amazing, the property was unique and the rooms were very clean I enjoyed it greatly.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We were below the restaurant and could hear chairs being moved and other noise.

    Awesome view, great location, good breakfast, nice pools and helpful staff

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2025

    9.0
    A charming hotel with breathtaking views and a perfect location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    nothing

    I loved the hotel's unique container design and its unbeatable location right next to the national park and beach. The staff were welcoming, and the views from the room were absolutely stunning.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2025

    9.0
    I’d stay again and recommend to anyone trying to do Manuel Antonio on a budget
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I wasn’t expecting a five star. Would be nice if elevators were bigger and if the pool had more service by staff. Small deals compared to the good things previously mentioned

    Exceeded expectations for the price. Breakfast was delightful. Great AC. Insane view. Excellent WiFi. Very satisfied.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room was small, but we expected that and it wasn't an issue. Had good lighting, air-conditioning and excellent shower, so we had all we needed! Breakfast service was really slow; took an hour for food to arrive which could be an issue for park access, which is in timed slots. Luckily we'd gone early for breakfast, having been woken by the monkeys jumping on our roof. Breakfast burrito was very tasty though, despite staff not being able to keep up with flow of people.

    The location next to Manuel Antonio national park was exceptional. We only stayed one night, but were able to leave our car in the carpark whilst we accessed the park the next day, which was most welcome. The pools were gorgeous and views amazing. We enjoyed watching the monkeys climb over everyone's balconies in the morning!! Staff were friendly and helpful. Great value for money.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 August 2025

    7.0
    It’s ok. Location is great!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Overall I think they should renovate the rooms! They feel old, outdated and sound a lot

    The location is exceptional! The design is cool with the blend inside the forest, the breakfast is really good!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 July 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Definitely needs a big refresh

    Lovely view and comfortable bed and bathroom

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2025

    9.0
    Comfy and great for national park
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Shower temp was pathetic (could just be our room)

    Super close to the national park entrance. View from king suite is amazing. Lots of cheeky monkeys climbing the building. Staff was really lovely and helped getting bags up the hill. Room was spacious and very comfortable. Appreciated the microwave and fridge in room. Restaurant is good value.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 July 2025

    8.0
    Relaxed stay with beautiful views
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The pool tiles could do with an update.

    The view was incredible! Breakfast burrito was tasty.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 July 2025

    8.0
    Fun experience will not forget.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The smell was a bit off in the rooms but I think it may have been the cleaning stuff they used. Or the chlorine. The way up to the hotel was a bit tiring so it would be hard for those who aren’t very active to walk up all those stairs, but usually they have golf carts and valet to drive you up, they assist in helping with luggage as well! Again, awesome staff. The pool could have been pressure washed/a bit cleaner, but it is deep and fun to swim in. overall great stay.

    Beautiful area, nice people and wonderful staff. Iguanas everywhere! Even a local iguana named Juanito! He was my favorite. Beautiful view. Great food. Monkeys around at sunset! Great location for tourists and right next to national park and beach! Awesome for surfers/cruisers.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 July 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    If you are going on an early morning activity, make sure to give yourselves plenty of time for breakfast. It is very busy at the restaurant and they need more staff to serve quickly.

    The staff were very friendly and helpful, from answering our questions to helping us book trips. The location was excellent for access to the national park and the beach. Just a short bus ride to Quepos, with stops at local places along the way. Great views from the pool and restaurant. Lots of wildlife to be seen from the hotel, sloths, monkeys, birds.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was some huge insect in the bathroom.

    It was close to the National park entrance...

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 July 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    In the washroom there should be basic amenities of toothpaste, brushes!!

    The staff was so supportive , so polite , so decent ,so cooperative and so helpful !! Clean room !! Piece all around!! Food was yumm!! The pool experience and live music was also superb!! Most recommended!!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 July 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The facilities could use some renovations.

    Simple but functional hotel. We really enjoyed our stay. Nice staff and awesome location, right next to the entrance of the national park. The breakfast was really great. And the pool is nice and right next to some trees so you get to see a lot of birds from there. It's a great place to relax. Also the view is incredible.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 July 2025

    8.0
    Great stay in a perfect location for Manual Antonio
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was quite a noticeable smell of damp within our room but all the other aspects made up for this!

    Absolutely perfect location, great staff, brilliant breakfast! Literally a 2 minute walk to Manuel Antonio NP

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Kevin(recepcion), Juan Carlos(restaurant) important for the well being for us staying at the hotel. Gabriela(cleaning), amigo driving electric and the others working very friendly and helpfull. Thankyou!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2025

    9.0
    MANUEL ANTONIO PURA VIDA / NATURE AND PARK IMMERSION
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    I didn't think it was bad, but it is a point of attention, as the hotel is on a steep hill and to access the rooms and services from the street, you have to go up (and down). In any case, the hotel has a golf cart, driven by staff, and whenever possible they help you go up, down and carry your bags if necessary.

    This hotel is very well located for those who want to visit the park, located just a few steps away, but also for exploring the beach, which is approximately 5 to 8 minutes away on foot. The rooms have an interesting layout and all have views of the sea and the forest that surrounds the hotel, with a refrigerator, complimentary coffee, safe and the bathroom is functional and spacious with everything working properly (hot water, pressure, lights and air conditioning). The hotel is located on a hill and has 2 sections, one lower and one upper. Obviously the upper rooms have a privileged view of the panorama. Breakfast is simple but well proposed and served on a beautiful panoramic terrace. The staff is friendly and professional, always attentive and willing to help and provide information. They have a very welcome parking lot for guests, since it is difficult to park cars on the street. At night in this hotel it is possible to hear a unique symphony of nature noises coming from the park in which it is immersed. I recommend it to anyone who likes to connect with nature and the "pura vida" without giving up genuine comfort.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 June 2025

    9.0
    Very comfortable and enjoyable stay at El Faro. Highly recommended.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights

    No bedside tables and lamps next to the bed or coffee table next to the sofa.

    The lovely big room on the top floor with the sea view. The two well maintained swimming pools. The abundance of birds and animals in the gardens. The good restaurant.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 June 2025

    7.0
    Shabby with GREAT VIEWS and Monkey coming up onto the balcony! Close to beach and park. Food was ok but the VIEWS are th
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It’s a bit run down. It could use a lot of repairs. The swimming pool needs to be redone. All in all thought it’s fine if you are not a picky traveler about aesthetics. I told friends it’s a shabby place with fantastic views!

    If you like a little shabby with GREAT VIEWS and wildlife then this is your place. It was worth it! Beds are very comfortable. Breakfast was ok. It is not buffet style, so you get one plate. The plus of this place during our stay was the monkey who came up on our balcony on the 4th floor! That was super cool!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 June 2025

    7.0
    Nice location and good views from the room balcony.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hike up the hill to get to the hotel…but they did give you a ride in a golf cart if they happened to be going by.

    Good breakfast includes and on site restaurant. Close walk to the beach…10 minutes. Great view from the balcony.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 June 2025

    9.0
    Great hotel next to the Manuel Antonio Park, amazing view
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I can only recommend this hotel.

    The location is very convenient, the view from certain rooms and the restaurant is spectacular, the staff was absolutely amazing (and helped us very fast when we had any trouble with a room).

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 June 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location, right near the park and beach.

    Stayed in June 2025

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