Marala Hotel

Hotels
9.1 (344 reviews)
200 metros este de la estación de servicio Cruz del Sur, Esterillos Oeste, Parrita, Puntarenas , Esterillos , cr

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Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Soundproof rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and attentive staff
Beautiful views and good food
Cons:
Noise disturbance
Room cleanliness issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.06
Mentioned issues with room cleanliness and no housekeeping noted during stay.
Service
9.53
Generally positive staff engagement, though some wait times were noted.
Location
9.57
Lauded for its views and overall setting, creating a pleasant environment.
Room Quality
8.02
Some complaints regarding room sizes and amenities not meeting expectations.
Amenities
9.05
Positive mentions of the pool and general amenities, but some inconsistencies.
Value for Money
9.51
Overall satisfaction suggests good value, with some areas for improvement.
Food and Beverage
9.56
Food quality and breakfast received positive feedback, enhancing dining experience.
Overall Experience
9.53
Majority of the experience was positive, with some specific areas mentioned for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 13:26

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Stunning Views

Modern Amenities for Comfort

Convenient Location for Adventure

Experience luxury at Marala Hotel with rooms featuring flat-screen TVs, some with sea views and balconies. Relax in the hot tub, dine in the on-site restaurant, and enjoy room service. Stay comfortable with air conditioning and private bathrooms in all rooms. Start your day with an à la carte breakfast before exploring nearby attractions like Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary and Nauyaca Waterfalls. With free parking and a garden, Marala Hotel offers the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 344 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.06
Service: 9.53
Location: 9.57
Room Quality: 8.02
Amenities: 9.05
Value for Money: 9.51
Food and Beverage: 9.56
Overall Experience: 9.53
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Andres • couple • cr
9
Pros:

Piscina y ambiente, atardecer precioso

Cons:

Habitación muy pequeña

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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laura • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Excellent food, very relaxing

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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randy oses • family_with_children • cr
9
Bello lugar
Pros:

Las instalaciones son bonitas y la vista hermosa

Cons:

Los precios del bar/restaurante están altos

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Audrey • couple • fr
9
Génial
Pros:

Nous avons adoré l’aspect familial du lieux ! Peu de chambres, magnifique piscine surplombant la mer, restaurant de qualité et petit déjeuner complet. On ne peut que recommander !

Cons:

Nous avions une superbe vue mer mais le balcon n’était pas séparé et donnait sur le balcon de la pièce commune à l’étage.

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • couple • cr
9
Incredible
Pros:

Great location and design.

Cons:

B1 Toilet had plaque.

2026-04-03 • via Nuitee
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Waugh • couple • ca
7
Marala hotel had a nice restaurant with great staff and beautiful beach views.
Pros:

The breakfast was excellent as were the staff in the restaurant. We ended up with a room in kind of an annexe away from
the nice main building. I felt that the room was extremely basic and not very attractive. If you stay here, be sure to get a room in the main building where there is a beautiful pool and great views.

Cons:

There were no towels in the room when we arrived so had to ask for them at the main desk. The woman looked at me as if I requested something unusual. I didn't like the room in the "bungalow."

2026-04-02 • via Nuitee
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Garro Vargas • couple • cr
7
Incomoda y estresante
Pros:

La comida, la piscina y la atención del bar tender.

Cons:

El aire acondicionado de la habitación no funcionó y no fue reparado. 2 días antes de ingresar al hotel fue reparado, sin embargo nos entregaron la habitación con el aire en mal estado. No hubo atención por parte de nadie de la administración durante la noche.

2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
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Daan • couple • nl
10
2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
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Bennett • family_with_children • gb
10
Pros:

Very quiet and relaxing

Cons:

All good

2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
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Garro Vargas • couple • cr
9
Agradable
Pros:

La piscina. La comida y la atención del bar tender

Cons:

No hay atención 24/7

2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
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Garro Vargas • extended_group • cr
9
Placentera
Pros:

La comida y la piscina.

Cons:

No hay servicio 24/7.

2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
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Bianca • family_with_children • cr
9
2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
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Fernando • family_with_children • cr
9
2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • couple • us
8
Few day stay which was relaxing sitting by the pool and enjoying some nice food and drinks
Pros:

The pool, view and restaurant

Cons:

The noise from the road which is right below

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Miriam • couple • cr
10
Pros:

Desayuno muy bueno

Cons:

Calidad de comida cena

2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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Fernanda • family_with_children • mx
10
2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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Jan • couple • de
10
Modern und stylisch eingerichtete Hotel zum relaxen und genießen… auch kulinarisch. 😋
Pros:

Das Hotel ist stylisch, komfortabel und gepflegt. Der Pool und Essensbereich mit Ausblick ist einfach toll! Das Essen war hervorragend und rechtfertigt den gehobeneren Preis. Die Thunfischgerichte waren ausgezeichnet! Auch die Cocktails sind professionell und liebevoll kreiert. Wir sind leider erst nach Sonnenuntergang angekommen, konnten den Pool und die Swim-Up-Bar 🤩 aber noch genießen.

2026-03-25 • via Nuitee
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Dominik • family_with_children • cz
9
Pros:

Hotel skvělý pro párty i odpočinek. Skvělé jídlo.

Cons:

Kdo hledá i moře, nedoporučuji

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Laurent • family_with_children • fr
10
Pros:

Le confort de la chambre, le personnel très accueillant, la vue sur l'océan, la piscine., Nous avons même pu observer des singes et le passage des aras le soir.

Cons:

Le bruit de la route en contrebas qui peut dérangeant si on cherche le calme.

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Gwendolyn • family_with_children • cr
7
Stay in the main hotel area.
Pros:

Exceptional staff attention. Infinity pool. Breakfasts.

Cons:

Our rooms were located in the family area of the hotel, which we requested. It could have been a great experience but details like not enough pillows was an issue. Both my husband and me sleep with two pillows so the first night we did not sleep well despite good quality bed linen. The night tables did not have reading lamps and we also like to read and be able to switch off the light from the bed and not have overhead light annoy the other who may want to sleep. Finally the family kitchen was a beautiful space, but how is a family of 4 adults and two small children supposed to eat using two small round cafe tables?

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee