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Marala Hotel

2.5 star property
Spa hotel near Esterillos Beach

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Marala Hotel

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Family Room with Ocean View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar
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Family Bungalow with Shared Kitchen and Living Room | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, towels, soap

Overview of Marala Hotel

Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

Explore the area

Map
Costanera Sur, Parrita, Puntarenas, 60901
  • Popular LocationEsterillos Beach1 min walk
  • Popular LocationPlaya Esterillos Este7 min drive
  • Popular LocationJaco Beach24 min drive
  • AirportSan José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)117 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Studio Bungalow with Shared Kitchen and Living Room

Studio Bungalow with Shared Kitchen and Living Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Studio Bungalow with Shared Kitchen and Living Room

  • 178 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Bungalow with Shared Kitchen and Living Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Bungalow with Shared Kitchen and Living Room

  • 178 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room with Ocean View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Room with Ocean View

  • 194 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room with Ocean View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Family Room with Ocean View

  • 355 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Family Bungalow with Shared Kitchen and Living Room

Family Bungalow with Shared Kitchen and Living Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Family Bungalow with Shared Kitchen and Living Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Standard Room

  • 178 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Ocean Suite with Jacuzzi

Ocean Suite with Jacuzzi | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Ocean Suite with Jacuzzi

  • 441 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room

Superior Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Superior Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Parrita

Seaside stay .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Esterillos Beach and 16 miles (25 km) of Jaco Beach. Marina Los Sueños and Manuel Antonio National Park are also within 32 miles (52 km).

What's nearby

  • Esterillos Beach - 1 min walk
  • Playa Esterillos Este - 7 min drive
  • Bejuco Beach - 8 min drive
  • Judas Point - 11 min drive
  • Jaco Beach - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • Restaurante y Pizzería El Maná - 6 min drive
  • Don Toro Beach - 7 min drive
  • Los Almendros Restaurant - 3 min drive
  • El Podio - 10 min drive
  • La Rioja - 6 min drive

About this property

Marala Hotel

Spa hotel near Esterillos Beach
Marala Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 5 beach bars, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Marala Hotel also features coffee/tea in a common area, a front-desk safe, and a communal living room. Free self parking is available.

This Parrita hotel is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 5 bars on the beach
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Marala Hotel offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. This Parrita hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

Languages

Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • 5 beach bars
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch Smart TV

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Hosted evening meal: USD 0

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a security system
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a security system in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Marala Hotel Hotel
Marala Hotel Parrita
Marala Hotel Hotel Parrita

Frequently asked questions

How close is Marala Hotel to the airport?

Marala Hotel is 28.2 mi (45-min drive) away from the Quepos (XQP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Marala Hotel?

As of May 2, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Marala Hotel on May 3, 2024 start from $118.3, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Marala Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Marala Hotel.

How close is Marala Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Esterillos Beach and 13.7 mi (24-min drive) from Jaco Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Marala Hotel offer free breakfast?

Marala Hotel offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Marala Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Marala Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Marala Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Marala Hotel have a pool?

Marala Hotel features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Marala Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Marala Hotel have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features massages.

How close is Marala Hotel to downtown Parrita?

Marala Hotel is 1.1 mi away from Esterillos.

Marala Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 65 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Luis Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Ashley Elaine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a beautiful property, great staff. Was loud near a major highway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Joanne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Beautiful infinity pool overlooking ocean although busy truck used Highway. Nice rooms and breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Large room, nice restaurant if u can get a table.
They need to accomodate all their guests in the dining room with a few more smaller tables, especially if their is a band. Arrived for dinner to see several empty tables that said "reserved" and tables for ten with three people.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's our 2nd time at the property and it's always a honor to be there. We will defintely be returning. The staff, hotel, and area is wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Gary

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

marcela

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Buena ubicación, lugar limpio y bonito. Desayuno muy bien..
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, luxurious, friendly and location a bit up the road from the commercial areas. Felt extremely safe. Excellent food and bar, beatiful pool, and room was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel, Saskatoon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location. Facility was very clean and comfortable. Staff were fantastic. Low key location close to some awesome beaches that is a great location to unwind and have miles of beach to yourself.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

sebastien

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was incredible!! This is a Gem in costa rica
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023