Set beside the sheltered waters of the Gulf of Papagayo, El Mangroove, Autograph Collection is a low-slung Costa Rican retreat framed by dry tropical forest, mangroves and beach paths. Villas and suites have an indoor-outdoor ease, with timber, stone, terraces and large windows keeping the landscape close. The resort’s rhythm moves between Makoko, Matiss, the spa, beachfront lawns and layered pool areas, including adults-only spaces and shaded cabanas. Its Guanacaste setting feels quietly secluded, yet places guests within reach of Papagayo’s marinas, coves and national-park coastline.