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Close to Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge, Bongo provides amenities like free continental breakfast. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Quadruple Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Bungalow, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Bungalow, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, 2 Bathrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

El Cerro, a neighborhood in Quepos, is home to Bongo. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and Manuel Antonio Beach. Visit our Quepos travel guide
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Calle Vieja, Entrada a Playa Macha, Quepos, Puntarenas, 60601

What's nearby

  • An aerial view of a beach with turquoise waters, dense green vegetation, and a small dark lake.
    Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • An aerial view of a marina surrounded by hills and a large body of water.
    Marina Pez Vela
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A beach with clear turquoise water, white sand, and rocky cliffs.
    Biesanz Beach
    18 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Rancho Tipico don Juan
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nahomi Park
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP)
    11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Runaway Grill
    12 min walk
  • Gelateria Amorosi
    11 min walk
  • Soda Sánchez
    14 min walk
  • Butcher Block
    12 min walk
  • Restaurante Comidas Tipicas Al Sabor
    18 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Does Bongo have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is Bongo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bongo?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Bongo?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bongo located?

Located in El Cerro, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge, Rancho Tipico don Juan, and Marina Pez Vela. Nahomi Park and Cascada El Salto are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Bongo Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 49 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Cozy Location

Very plesant staff. Older facility that is getting some loving care. Pool and resteraunt area very nice. Rooms are basic and being worked on as well. Good location for both Manuel Antonio and Quepos Marina area. Good value for those who do not need 5 star pampering
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

I enjoyed the lay out of the property. The pools were nice and clean. The staff was incredible. The location was fantastic if you want to be close to the action but not right in the middle of it. Also we saw Macaw’s, Iguanas and monkey’s along with other wild life right from our patio. Also there is an incredible secluded beach within just a short hike from the hotel. I would definitely stay here again. Great value for the price.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Surrounded by a beautiful garden with lots of wildlife. Nice pool to relax beside after a hot day. There were issues with showers in both rooms but problems were attended to immediately.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This property has amazing potential! I was literally the only guest there and not notified that they were about to start a long-needed renovation. Still, I was treated with 5-star hospitality. Luciane made me a wonderful breakfast and there was a voucher for use at the lovely restaurant, El Arado, a short walk up the road. Large, clean pool. The rooms are organized into duplex cabanas on a hillside so fair warning to guests with mobility issues. Can’t wait to see what they do with the place!
Macha Beach within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay!

Adrian, the person who prepares and serves breakfast, was very friendly. On top of that, we saw macaws in the trees by the pool. The place was a bit out of the way and quiet, which we like, with nice rooms and a pool. You feel like you’re in the forest. We would definitely go back. Highly recommended. Very affordable rooms too and a short drive to everything you’d want to see. Only five kilometers to Manuel Antonio Park and one kilometer to Quepos, the main town. You can hear howler monkeys too, early in the morning. The breakfast area it outside under a veranda. Really nice place to start the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean and friendly hotel with monkeys around!

Bongo is a really cool place to stay if you like to see wildlife! I saw squirrel monkeys, many many white faced monkeys, iguanas and parrots during our stay! We also liked the double bungalows beside eachother. The staff are so nice and we felt safe! Downsides- the breakfast is terrible- cold coffee, watery eggs and hot dogs every morning. I couldn't eat it. No water machines and you have to walk 10-15 minutes downhill/uphill to the nearest convenience store.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beatiful hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Good location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay, sadly it was too short. The breakfast was amazing, the views and pool were great. Can’t wait to go back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clen and quiet- great poo and amenities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An excellent option for Quepos. The staff is what makes this place great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property, they have done a lot with renovations. Still needs some work, but would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful stay!

Nice quiet and comfortable stay outside of the bustle of Manuel Antonio, which still is accessible by public bus - or cheap taxi. Beautiful green location with pool. Great breakfast area that is open all day. Friendly and atrentive staff.
Breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay, the staff was friendly and helpful. The rooms were clean, and they kept everything clean. I would highly recommend them
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is too old, needs some restoration. Area is amazing, and staff too.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good experience
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

This place was so bad I wouldn't stay there
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A gem

We had a lovely stay, beautiful surroundings, very friendly and welcoming staff. An issue with shower was quickly resolved. Breakfast was good and more then enough to get you going through the day. Only minus is the lack of even a single cup/glass in the room
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Was not handicapped accessible for the pool or the room lot of stairs
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Sadly our trip was not great The layout of this place is really very cool, little casitas sprinkled about but they have no communication after 7:00 p.m. and driving into quepos is always filled with delays when coming from San Jose. As a result we had to forfeit one night and find another hotel because nobody responded to our messages.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente estadia! 100% recomendado
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Très agréable séjour, calme et confortable avec une diversité d'oiseaux et autres singes à observer depuis le restaurant en dégustant un copieux petit déjeuner bref de quoi bien commencer la journée ! Le personnel est très accueillant, toujours souriant et aux petits soins en particulier Randall qui est très arrangeant et m'a laissé l'opportunité de garder la chambre quelques heures de plus pour attendre un taxi. Je recommande !
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
El lugar
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service

Natur og dyr close up på Bongo

Bongo lever fint op til sine tre ⭐⭐⭐ naturen og dyrelivet er fuldstændig fantastisk! Sengen er god! Stedet er noget slidt og man skal ikke være sart over en gekko eller en bille på værelset. Rengøring kunne være bedre, men det hænger nok lidt sammen med det slidte look. Venligt personale, primært unge som hjælper og ejer. Vi havde fire gode nætter og fik god morgenmad og dyr lige uden for døren👏🐒🦜🦎
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nos encanto el servicio, su limpieza, su desayuno, sus camas y sus albercas, sin duda me volveria a hospedar ahi en una proxima visita