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$119
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Manuel Antonio Park – Guided Nature & Wildlife Tour with transportation
Manuel Antonio ATV Off Road Rainforest & Waterfalls Tour

Manuel Antonio ATV Off Road Rainforest & Waterfalls Tour

AU$188
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Manuel Antonio ATV Off Road Rainforest & Waterfalls Tour
White Water Rafting Manuel Antonio Quepos Naranjo River

White Water Rafting Manuel Antonio Quepos Naranjo River

AU$183
per adult
White Water Rafting Manuel Antonio Quepos Naranjo River
Catamaran

Catamaran Cruise from Manuel Antonio with Snorkeling

AU$148
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Catamaran Cruise from Manuel Antonio with Snorkeling
Day trip in Manuel Antonio National Park

Manuel Antonio National Park Full Day Trip with Lunch From San Jose

AU$269
per adult
Manuel Antonio National Park Full Day Trip with Lunch From San Jose
Mangrove Boat Tour Damas Island | Manuel Antonio

Mangrove Boat Tour Damas Island | Manuel Antonio

AU$113
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Mangrove Boat Tour Damas Island | 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$145 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
AU$145
1 Oct - 2 Oct
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! (477 reviews)
"Few animal sporting"

Reviewed on 6 Sept 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$259 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$259
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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! (216 reviews)
"The hotel is only a 5 minute walk to the marina and 10 minutes to town. My room was very clean, the bed and pillows were good with hot water and a small refrigerator. It also has a nice pool with a bar/ restaurant. Breakfast was good and the room was fairly priced. Depending on what room you book ..."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2025

Boutique Hotel Las Cascadas The Falls
Gaia Collection Hotels

Gaia Collection Hotels

4 out of 5
50 meters to Gaia Hotel & Reserve, Provincia de Puntarenas, Quepos, Quepos
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Quepos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Manuel Antonio Beach and Manuel Antonio Nature ...
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Wonderful Stay
"We stayed two nights and everything was excellent. Since checking to checkout, the staff was super helpful, the hotel provided us with transfer to beach and Manuel Antonio's Park. My only regret was to have stayed only 2 nights."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

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Gaia Collection Hotels
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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! (81 reviews)
"This house in the jungle was a highlight of our tour throughout the country. It was more than just a home we stayed at- it was a jungle experience. We loved the private waterfall and the tour through the property. We ended up canceling our plans one day to hang out more there on the property. The ..."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

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Hotel Planeta Sano

Hotel Planeta Sano

3 out of 5
300 Meters East of Mono Azul Hotel, Manuel Antonio, Quepos, Puntarenas
The price is AU$116 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
AU$116
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (54 reviews)
"Overall great location for the value a short drive to Manuel Antonio. Staff very friendly, rooms are spacious and comfortable."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Hotel Planeta Sano
Villas Mymosa

Villas Mymosa

3 out of 5
Manuel Antonio, 25 Mts East From Blue Monkey Hotel, Quepos, Puntarenas
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

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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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