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Hotel Villa Caletas vs El Mangroove, Autograph Collection

Hotel Villa Caletas and El Mangroove, Autograph Collection are both rated very highly by experts. On balance, El Mangroove, Autograph Collection ranks significantly higher than Hotel Villa Caletas. El Mangroove, Autograph Collection has a TripExpert Score of 89 with accolades from 5 publications such as Fodor's, The Telegraph and Mr & Mrs Smith.

Hotel Villa Caletas
Hotel Villa Caletas
7 / 10
2 km after Punta Leona, Herradura, Jaco 12358-1000, Costa Rica
From $246 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"While Costa Rica is known for its jungles, beaches, surf towns and outdoor activities, there is also a serious glamorous side to it." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Perched 1,200 feet above the sea on a promontory south of Punta Leona, the elegant rooms sequestered in the jungle have jaw-dropping views of the surrounding foliage and sea below." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Eccentric clifftop resort near Jacó beach, with two mansions, an infinity pool and Pacific Ocean views." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
" There’s little reason to leave this self-contained resort, complete with crown molding and mosaic-tiled fountains. " Full review
El Mangroove, Autograph Collection
El Mangroove, Autograph Collection
8 / 10
PO Box 155-4005, Papagayo Bay, Costa Rica
From $190 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Fodor's 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 Jetsetter
"A hip beachfront boutique with killer cocktails, decadent food and plenty of sultry details." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide 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 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 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