Gaia Hotel & Nature ReservevsEl Mangroove, Autograph Collection
Both properties are rated highly by professional reviewers. On balance, El Mangroove, Autograph Collection is preferred by most reviewers compared to Gaia Hotel & Reserve. El Mangroove, Autograph Collection scores 89 with endorsements from 5 reviewers including Mr & Mrs Smith, Jetsetter and The Telegraph.
Gaia Hotel & Nature Reserve
Km 2.7 Carretera Quepos a Manuel Antonio, Manuel Antonio National Park 6350, Costa Rica
From $201/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This luxurious pile comprises studios, terraces suites and three-story villas and offers nature tours within its expansive grounds – a former wildlife rehabilitation center." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Studios, the smallest accommodations, are spare and urbane in style, with views of green hillsides." Full review
Fodor's
"On 13 acres of private reserve, this boutique hotel is contemporary and very chic, with rooms rendered in slate, hardwood, and rattan with Italian fittings." Full review
Jetsetter
"Sleek Costa Rican retreat with a multilevel infinity pool, swim-up bar and intimate spa with jungle views." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The Terra Spa at Gaia is set in the rainforest with views of the Pacific and a menu complete with Reiki energy treatments and Thai and Swedish massages." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Won the award for Leading Green Hotel for Central America by the World Travel Awards for its efforts in conservation...operates the preserve while offering suites, studios, and villas." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This luxurious retreat comprises immaculately furnished studios, terrace suites and three-story villas." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"This luxurious retreat comprises immaculately furnished studios, terrace suites and three-story villas" Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"This intimate luxury hotel located a 10-minute drive from the entrance to Manuel Antonio National Park is one of the area's top options" Full review
El Mangroove, Autograph Collection
PO Box 155-4005, Papagayo Bay, Costa Rica
From $190/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"Barefoot luxury abounds at this hip boutique hotel where an airy courtyard leads to a 45-meter pool lined with beach bungalows and modern rooms." Full review
Jetsetter
"A hip beachfront boutique with killer cocktails, decadent food and plenty of sultry details." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"In the province of Guanacaste — known for its pristine shoreline, beautiful mountain ranges, and stunning golden sunsets — the luxury resort’s vibe is private, serene and undeniably stylish. " Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"Mother Nature is queen at El Mangroove, a forest-flanked, family-friendly resort in Costa Rica’s Gulf of Papagayo." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"Sleek design, excellent service and a fabulous location are the hallmarks of El Mangroove, an 85-room resort on Costa Rica’s postcard-worthy Papagayo Gulf." Full review