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El Mangroove, Autograph Collection vs The Springs Resort and Spa

Both hotels are praised by professional reviewers. Overall, El Mangroove, Autograph Collection is the choice of most writers compared to The Springs Resort and Spa. El Mangroove, Autograph Collection comes in at #8 in Costa Rica with endorsements from 5 reviewers like Jetsetter, Forbes Travel Guide and The Telegraph.

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
The Springs Resort and Spa
The Springs Resort and Spa
8 / 10
Near Montana de Fuego, Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica
From $519 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"For such an active and adventurous destination, the mineral pools they have cannot be beat by anything for recovery from tired muscles and sore bodies." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"With its own adventure park, hot-springs complex, and activities for all ages, this resort caters to both hotel guests and the outside public with day passes to its massive grounds." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
9.0
"This sprawling hot-springs resort in Arenal, with prices north of $500 (£380) a night, is the crème de la crème of luxury lodging in Costa Rica." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Set back from the Arenal Volcano, this magnificent hotel and its sprawling grounds are the mecca of hot springs" Full review
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There are more than a dozen pools to choose from, some of which feature water slides and swim-up bars.
The Wall Street Journal The Wall Street Journal
"The Spring Resort and Spa has three pools and 13 rooms and suites; it also offers doctor-supervised detoxifying water and juice cleanses."
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