El Cerro Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Photo by Ana Verdesia
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Photo by Lindsay D.

Popular places to visit

Marina Pez Vela

Marina Pez Vela

Explore the waterfront in Quepos with a trip to Marina Pez Vela. Wander through the beautiful beaches and lush rainforests in this family-friendly area.

Marina Pez Vela
Playa Espadilla

Playa Espadilla

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Espadilla during your trip to Manuel Antonio? Wander the beautiful beaches and lush rainforests in the area.

Playa Espadilla

Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge

Explore the great outdoors at Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge, a lovely green space in Quepos. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge

Rancho Tipico don Juan

Enjoy an outing to Rancho Tipico don Juan during your stay in Quepos. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Rancho Tipico don Juan

La Culebra Waterfall

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at La Culebra Waterfall during your travels in Manuel Antonio. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area or seek out the local tours.

La Culebra Waterfall

Playa Puerto Escondido

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Puerto Escondido during your trip to Manuel Antonio? Wander the beautiful beaches and lush rainforests in the area.

Playa Puerto Escondido

Activities

Manuel Antonio National Park Excursion

Manuel Antonio Park – Guided Nature & Wildlife Tour with transportation

AU$114
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Manuel Antonio Park – Guided Nature & Wildlife Tour with transportation
2-3-Hour Manuel Antonio Park Nature Guided Tour

2-3-Hour Manuel Antonio Park Nature Guided Tour

AU$43
per adult
2-3-Hour Manuel Antonio Park Nature Guided Tour
Catamaran

Catamaran Cruise from Manuel Antonio with Snorkeling

AU$143
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Catamaran Cruise from Manuel Antonio with Snorkeling
Picture 91 for Activity Manuel Antonio Park: Guided Tour to see animals & beach time

Manuel Antonio Park: Guided Tour to see animals & beach time

AU$46
per adult
Manuel Antonio Park: Guided Tour to see animals & beach time
Manuel Antonio with Mauro / Tickets not Included!

Manuel Antonio with Mauro / Tickets not Included!

AU$46
per adult
Manuel Antonio with Mauro / Tickets not Included!
Walk and Sighting of Flora and Fauna in Manuel Antonio

Walk and Sighting of Flora and Fauna in Manuel Antonio

AU$38
per adult
Walk and Sighting of Flora and Fauna in Manuel Antonio
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Our pick of the best El Cerro Hotel Deals

Hotel Plaza Yara

Hotel Plaza Yara

3.5 out of 5
Main Road, Quepos, Puntarenas
The price is AU$189 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$189
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Quepos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (473 reviews)
"Very accommodating with my room request great breakfast ! Very cooperative staff and owners be sure to check out the beautiful art !"

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Hotel Plaza Yara
Boutique Hotel Las Cascadas The Falls

Boutique Hotel Las Cascadas The Falls

3 out of 5
Road to Marina Pez Vela, 250 mts West, Zona Americana, Tipo H, Quepos, Puntarenas
The price is AU$262 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
AU$262
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Quepos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (213 reviews)
"We absolutely loved our stay here! The staff was amazing and extremely accommodating to our late check in and the service was incredible. We were immediately greeted and given a map of Quepos along with the knowledge of everything that was around. Drinks were amazing and the constant wildlife present ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Boutique Hotel Las Cascadas The Falls
Hotel Planeta Sano

Hotel Planeta Sano

3 out of 5
300 Meters East of Mono Azul Hotel, Manuel Antonio, Quepos, Puntarenas
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Quepos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (52 reviews)
5 STAR
"PROPERTY WAS VERY BEAUTIFUL LOCATION WITH GOOD JUNGLE VIEW FROM ROOM BALCONY , SWIMMING POOL IS VERY NICE DECORATED, STAFF IS VERY FREINDLY, VEGETARIAN BRESKFAST WAS REALLY TASTY, ROOM WEAR VERY CLEAN AND BED WAS COMFORTABLE, ROOM INTERIOR WAS GOOD, BATHROOMS WEAR CLEAN, WILL GO AGAIN TO STAY 5 ..."

Reviewed on 1 May 2025

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Hotel Planeta Sano
Voted Most Romantic Villa with Private Infinity Pool Ocean View

Voted Most Romantic Villa with Private Infinity Pool Ocean View

Manuel Antonio
Stay at this vacation home in Quepos. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Manuel ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (153 reviews)
"Great place to stay great location great views great communication with the host just like a VRBO should be thanks Maria for making our stay a pleasant one. We would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

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Voted Most Romantic Villa with Private Infinity Pool Ocean View
Villas Mymosa

Villas Mymosa

3 out of 5
Manuel Antonio, 25 Mts East From Blue Monkey Hotel, Quepos, Puntarenas
The price is AU$194 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$194
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Quepos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and in-room massages. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (150 reviews)
"We loved our stay here. Our room had plenty of space, it was clean, the kitchen was well equipped and there was great seating in front and back of our unit. We saw macaws, tucans and squirrel monkeys from the front and back patio areas! What a treat."

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2025

Villas Mymosa
Paradise. Privacy, Priceless. DONT MISS THIS!! Just Read Our Reviews & BK 2day!

Paradise. Privacy, Priceless. DONT MISS THIS!! Just Read Our Reviews & BK 2day!

Quepos
Book a stay at this family-friendly villa in Quepos. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (80 reviews)
"I found this property when I was looking for something in Quepos, but this property is definitely not located there. If you are looking for a private getaway in the mountain rainforest then this is the location you’ve dreamed about. It is secluded and quite, except for the sound of the river rushing ..."

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

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Paradise. Privacy, Priceless. DONT MISS THIS!! Just Read Our Reviews & BK 2day!
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Other neighbourhoods around El Cerro

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Valle Pura Vida

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

Valle Pura Vida

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