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.

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 mile (2 km).

Bongo Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

About the area

El Cerro, a neighbourhood in Quepos, is home to Bongo. Mountain Top Park and Marina Pez Vela are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Manuel Antonio Beach and Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge.

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6/10 Okay

Gordon

24 Jan 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Good location.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

irma

22 Apr 2024

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

Beatiful hotel

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

4 Feb 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!

10/10 Excellent

William

14 Feb 2023

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very clen and quiet- great poo and amenities

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott

22 Mar 2023

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

8/10 Good

jeff

19 Mar 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Mikael

17 Jan 2023

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.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

31 May 2025

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!

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

15 Jan 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Eric

21 Jan 2023

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

4/10 Poor

Almudena Ruiz-Giménez

26 Mar 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Emil

1 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Was not handicapped accessible for the pool or the room lot of stairs

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

19 Feb 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

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

22 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Good experience

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Diana

20 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

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.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Gail

25 Feb 2024

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.

4/10 Poor

Malcolm

17 Feb 2025

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

8/10 Good

Sharan

15 Apr 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.

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Sunita

13 Dec 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Clément

4 Mar 2025

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