As a self-confessed jet setter, I couldn’t wait for the trip to the Golfo del Papagayo, meaning “gulf of the parrot to visit the alluring El Mangroove Hotel.
El Mangroove is a distinctive hospitality concept on the shores of the Gulf of Papagayo been operating since February 2015 after couple of years of construction . The hotel design is match the service as they offer guests the best and also they try to combine the best of Costa Rica with an international twist.
Designed by renowned architects Zurcher Architects, its definetly a millionaires playground that offers a lot of activities from Farm-to-table & ocean-to-table , White water rafting, canopy, & horseback riding tours, Fishing, surfing, snorkeling, SUP, kayaking & beach hopping tours , couple of boats available for guests , several tours around the Gulf of Papagayo, four massage decks in the middle of the jungle surrounded by mangroves and International cuisine with local flavors & ingredients. A Guppies Kid’s Zone is available for kids who are aged from 4 years upwards and babysitting services are available upon request for an hourly rate.
The other key sites in the area are Rincon de la Vieja , Volcano National Park, Palo Seco National Park , Arenal Volcano National Park & Hot Springs, Monteverde Nature Reserve and Rio Celeste Nature Reserve.