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
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Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathtub
Towels provided
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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
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
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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Bongo Hotel
Bongo Quepos
Bongo Hotel Quepos
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 at Bongo?
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 15-minute walk of Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge, Rancho Tipico don Juan, and Marina Pez Vela. Playa La Macha and Nahomi Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).
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Bongo Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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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.
Michael
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bethany
4 February 2023
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!
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.
The property is too old, needs some restoration. Area is amazing, and staff too.
Almudena Ruiz-Giménez
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Patrick
19 February 2024
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
I liked the layout of rooms. The pool and eating area was situated with a lovely view. The rooms and bathrooms were smaller than expected. The food was good yet Americanized.
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.
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.
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
Maria
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
8/10 Good
Sharan
15 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bongo is a nice, simple property with a pool. It was quiet and relaxing. The staff was friendly but not helpful when incidents came up, and they were limited with info on things to do. Our room was clean but there was a strange smell around our bungalow. Their breakfasts are varied and nice. Their dinner menu is limited. Overall the property gets a 3/5.
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.
Sunita
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Emil
1 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Was not handicapped accessible for the pool or the room lot of stairs
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👏🐒🦜🦎