Fabulous
Guests rate it highest for location, food and service.
8.8121Reviews- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 12:00 PM.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.1 out of 10, at Calle 1ra norte El Palmar.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Beachfront Paradise
Modern Eco-Friendly Rooms Experience comfort and sustainability in our modern rooms equipped with flat-screen cable TV, free Wi-Fi, and eco-friendly amenities like water-saving toilets and energy-efficient light bulbs.
Tranquil Garden Oasis Relax in our colonial-style lodge surrounded by lush gardens and diverse wildlife. Unwind on loungers, observe birds and butterflies from the terrace, and spot iguanas, squirrels, and possums.
Delicious Dining and Cocktails Savor a variety of dishes at our bar-restaurant, from fresh salads and burgers to tropical fruit and decadent desserts. Quench your thirst with a selection of cocktails made to order.
What this place offers
- Free wired internet
- Self parking (surcharge)
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Internet access
- Housekeeping on request
- Reception hall
- Japanese garden
- Beach toys
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
Rooms
8.8
Fabulous
Rated 8.8 out of 10 by 121 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.6
- Service9.1
- Location9.1
- Rooms8.6
- Amenities8.6
- Value8.6
- Food & drink9.1
Guests mention
Reasonably pricedGreat breakfastUnique lodge experience
GregoryVery reasonably priced. Breakfast was great. A bit of a hostel/lodge wrapped up in one!
johnNice place
I’d go back
Verified travelerThis part of San Carlos is a low-budget surf camp style area. It's rustic and bohemian. You should make your evaluations in that context. Manglar Lodge is old and a little dark but competent for a night or two. Breakfast…
George P HolcombThe staff were extremely helpful and friendly. From check in to the restaurant they were great. Our group is older so the steps to the second floor were challenging but I would stay here again.
KarlGreat beach location
Stayed for a couple days and check in and out was a breeze. The restaurant is very good inside the hotel. Very close to the beach and river. Would stay again!
Daydream03258775426United StatesAll of reviews are old, hotel has not been kept up.
Two steep stairs to apt like dark hall to rooms, only 3 or 4.
Open door and smelled a foul odor. Beds hard and bumpy
And pillows the same. Sheets with holes. Air conditioner is loud above your head.
Was given a menu for…
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
Calle 1ra norte El Palmar, San Carlos
Guests rate the location 9.1 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 3:00 PM until 08:00 PM
Check-out by 12:00 PM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Parking. Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Internet. WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Pets. Pets are not allowed.
Children and extra bed policy. Children of any age are allowed. Children up to and including 11 years old stay for US$10 per person per night when using an existing bed. You haven't added any cots. You haven't added any extra beds. Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Manglar Lodge
What time is check-in and check-out at Manglar Lodge?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 12:00 PM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Manglar Lodge allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Manglar Lodge?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Does Manglar Lodge have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
How do I book Manglar Lodge?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Manglar Lodge?
Calle 1ra norte El Palmar, San Carlos.
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