El Mangroove

Eighty-five (85) bohemian-chic suites are nestled amongst mangrove and beachfront forest. A hotel inspired on barefoot luxury, it is straight up laid-back and downright cool.  Perfect mixes of wood and water alongside contemporary linear architecture, natural furnishings and subtle splashes of colour make it evident that true indulgence is actually found in simplicity.

There are 7 suite types available:

• Bark Suite- 485sq feet with King Size bed
• Nesto Suite- 485sq feet with 2 queen size beds
• Root Deluxe- 678-732sq feet with King Bed and Sofa Bed
• Habitat Superior- 732sq feet with King Bed and Sofa Bed
• Canopy Grand- 1200sq feet with King Bed and Sofa Bed
• Crown Superior- 1200sq feet with King Bed and Sofa Bed
• El Mangle Suite- 1668sq feet with King Bed.

Matiss is casual dining at it’s best. All the dishes are cooked with colourful, palette pleasing ingredients. Matiss with it’s relaxed, cool, modern beach cuisine and refreshing cocktails, smoothies, juices and beers will not leave you disappointed. From fresh sandwiches, mouth watering burger to the appreciative catch of the day grillers. The restaurant is perfect to chat, play, eat and engage with others.

Makoko with itss elegant, creative and contemporary cuisine will entice the palate. The restaurants sustainable, farm and ocean- to table comfort food will delight your taste buds. This main restaurant defines El Mangroove’s culinary philosophy: an amazing food experience involves “well-being, versatility, artistry and personalised attention” not just a dish on you table.

This tree-toped resort will bring you to a place of complete well-being. Recover, Relax and let yourself enjoy the surrounding scenery. The spa features outdoor terraces and massage decks, as well as exclusive products. The serene surroundings will allow your body and mind rest as you embrace the spa’s natural treatments.

Buena vista full day excursion takes you to Buena Vista Lodge which is located on the slope of a volcano. This 2000 acre reserve provides 50% of the hotels meat, milk, food and vegetables. Take a leisure walk, canopy tour on zip wire, horse back riding or jump on a 425 metre water slide and enjoy the rejuvenating treatments the volcanic waters have to offer.

Immerse yourself in local traditions at Hacienda. At this working sugar cane mill, enjoy a day of horse back riding along the sugar cane fields. On this tour there will be a tortilla making experience and traditional dance show. You will leave feeling like a true Costa Rican!

On this full day trip you’ll be immersed in a stunning paradise of volcanoes. You’ll walk through tropical gardens, farm fields and idyllic landscapes. You’ll stop at a homemade goats cheese display to try and taster then continue on to a blue lagoons surrounding by waterfalls. End the day at a restaurant where the chef will prepare authentic Costa Rica Cuisine.

Observe the spectacular views of the dry forest on this day trip! On this excursion you’ll have the parks all day pass allowing a full day of adventure. From soaring on the longest ocean view zip line, visiting the animal sanctuary and botanical gardens, and enjoying the water adventures from kayaking, paddle boarding and snorkelling- it is a day not to be missed. A buffet style lunch is also included.

Visit the historic city of Granada founded in 1524. Visit all the historic sights this city has to offer as well as enjoying lunch at The Garden Café. This city tour will also allow time for shopping in the traditional shops as well as giving you valuable cultural experiences.

For adventurous travellers this experience involves 15 platforms and 5 zip wires. The Rio Blanco Canyon is the backdrop for this adventure. After the adrenaline rush enjoy swimming in the thermo-mineral river, finishing off the day enjoying amazing cuisine surrounded by the forest and hot springs.

For adventurous travellers this trip is a must. Plunge down the river with twists and turns in this 11 km intense rapid challenge. Surrounded by stunning wildlife and scenery this adrenaline trip will take your breath away.

Spend an evening in Paradise by witnessing one of Costa Rica’s sunsets aboard a catamaran. Setting sail relax and discover the beauty of the ocean and marine life it gives home too. With plenty of drinks and appetizers, snorkelling equipment will also be offered so you can stop for a refreshing swim in the calm sea. Other boat and beach tours include;

• Beach Hopping
• Beach Getaway
• Whales and Dolphins Expedition
• Sunset Beach & BBQ Tour
• Off Shore or In Shore Fishing Trips
• Jet-Ski Trips
• Surfing Trips
• Paddle Boarding
• Kayak Rental

Reflecting the hotel, it’s team and it;s guests compromise with the local community and environment El Mangroove hotel received the highest rank (level 5) in the Certification for Sustainable Tourism.

• Water-Efficient faucets
• Dual-flush toilets for water conservation
• Irrigation water treated on-site
• Most illumination is LED and fluorescent lightning of low consumption
• Most food products are organic and local
• The wood of trees that were cut down during its construction were recycled into furniture

El Mangrooves ethics aren’t just to help the environment, the hotel also wants to improve quality of life in the local community. Some of the on-going projects to do so are;

• Adopt a Tree, Reforestation and Recycling Program
• Local Kids English Learning Camp
• Beach Clean-Up Program
• Blue Flag Ecological Program in Panamá Beach
• Water Quality Seal Program
• Volunteering program in the community
• Agreements and alliances with local suppliers
• Energy-saving and management practices in the hotel and community