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Hotel Mar de Luz

2.5 star property
Family-friendly stay near Neo Fauna

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Daily cooked-to-order breakfast (CRC 4018 per person)
Reception
Standard Family Room | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, blender
Standard Room with kitchen | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Jaco Beach, Mar de Luz street, Av. Pastor Díaz, Jacó, Puntarenas, 143
  • Jacó Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Rainforest Adventures Jaco
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Herradura Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Tambor (TMU)

Room options

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Standard Room with kitchen | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

Standard Room with kitchen

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 24 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Family Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

Standard Family Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

Standard Room Quadruple

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 27 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Equipped Apartment | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

Equipped Apartment

  • 98 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room | Interior

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

Triple Room Standard

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

Villa Standard With Kitchen

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

Double Room Standard

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

Quadruple Room Standard With Kitchen

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Jacó

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Jacó hotel, you'll be steps from Teatro Jacó and a 5-minute walk from Neo Fauna. Also, Jacó Beach is within 2 miles (3 km) and Rainforest Adventures Jaco is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Teatro Jacó - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Neo Fauna - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Jacó Beach - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Rainforest Adventures Jaco - 11 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Herradura Beach - 16 min drive - 5.5 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪XTC - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mary's Diner - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Subway Jaco - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Café Bohío - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Amara - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Mar de Luz

Family-friendly stay near Neo Fauna
Hotel Mar de Luz offers its guests 3 outdoor swimming pools and a children's pool. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A free manager's reception is offered. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the family-friendly Hotel Mar de Luz. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Jacó hotel.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2002
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
Hotel Mar de Luz offers 30 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and hair dryers. These individually furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Premium cable television is provided. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

This Jacó hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • 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

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CRC 4,018 per person
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Library
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Playground
  • 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.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Mar de Luz

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CRC 4018 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: CRC 60000 per vehicle (one-way)

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Hotel Mardeluz
Hotel Mardeluz Jaco
Mardeluz Jaco
Hotel Mar Luz Jaco
Hotel Mar Luz
Mar Luz Jaco
Mar Luz
Mar De Luz Hotel
Hotel Mar De Luz Costa Rica/Jaco
Mar De Luz Jaco
Hotel Mar de Luz Jacó
Hotel Mar de Luz Hotel
Hotel Mar de Luz Hotel Jacó

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Mar de Luz to the airport?

Hotel Mar de Luz is 71.1 mi (201-min drive) away from the Tambor (TMU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Mar de Luz?

As of Jul 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Mar de Luz on Jul 27, 2025 start from $110.44, 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 Hotel Mar de Luz have an airport shuttle?

Hotel Mar de Luz offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of CRC 60000 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Hotel Mar de Luz to the beach?

This hotel is 1.3 mi (8-min drive) from Jacó Beach and 6.2 mi (15-min drive) from Herradura Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Mar de Luz offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel Mar de Luz, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of CRC 4018 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Mar de Luz?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Mar de Luz?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Hotel Mar de Luz?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Mar de Luz have a pool?

Hotel Mar de Luz features 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Does Hotel Mar de Luz have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Mar de Luz to downtown Jacó?

Hotel Mar de Luz is 0.2 mi away from Jacó.

Hotel Mar de Luz Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 207 out of 443 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 146 out of 443 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 443 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 443 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 443 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Murdell

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property , very quiet family oriented, great breakfast made to order! Staff were super helpful and nice! The owner was very friendly and I enjoyed chatting with him , lovely person. I would recommend this property especially for families with small children and teenagers , lots to do like game areas and pools ! Lovely fauna ✌🇨🇦
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always polite and friendly never have bad people come here quiet and friendly family place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loring

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

william

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
is a nice place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Dennis

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Moldy Apartment

Hotel was ok a bit outdated but the mold in the apartment was all over the ceilings. Woke up with a sore throat. Pointed out to front desk and he just took pictures.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

You get what you pay for

Plusses: Service was excellent. Pool was very nice. Breakfast was good. Location away from busy street was nice. Plenty of hot water for showering. Minuses: Room needs serious updating. One mattress was saggy. Bed quilts shouted 1970. Two of the nights we had swarm of flying bugs (termites) visit the inside of the room. Saw them climb behind moulding. Didn’t make for a restful night’s sleep.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Cordell

Liked: Amenities
Our favorite family oasis in Jaco!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Suraj

I had an unsatisfactory experience at the hotel and requested the staff to cancel my second night for a refund. Unfortunately, they declined, and I had to stay for both nights. Suggestions for Improvement: Install Intercom Phones: Please provide intercom phones in every room to avoid the inconvenience of walking downstairs from the second floor for assistance. Ensure Basic Amenities: Toilet paper was missing in my room, and there was no holder for it. The roll was simply placed on top of the toilet tank. Adding a toilet roll hanger is essential. Fix the AC System: The air conditioning was either too hot or too cold, and the remote control didn’t work. I had to go downstairs in the middle of the night for help, and the front desk staff assisted me. Secure Bed Backboards: The backboard of the bed was not properly attached and moved toward the wall when I leaned against it. It needs to be screwed securely to the bed frame. Not enough light in Bathroom: It is hard to shave yourself, not enough light in bathroom. There is no full size mirror in the bedroom
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The price is very reasonable and very nice people Mr. Victor whoowns it as a very nice and conversational person makes you feel welcome
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and wonderful people
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Anthony and all of the staff were so professional and kind. We felt very safe and loved the pool. A very convenient location and absolutely beautiful. Thanks, Anthony for being so kind and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Brianne

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The staff was really great, especially the front desk attendant. Maybe he was the manager. Just what I needed for an evening check-in and a quick stay It was more of a hotel so I would not stay there again as a solo traveler
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis, Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Is it getting easy to get out people so nice good for the family?
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis, Shelby

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hospitality is great area is relaxed. Great area for past time with your partner family.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Money does not go far in Costa Rica. However this is the best value. Though this is not a western standard hotel, the real wood construction and real wood furniture give it a superior regal feel. The four pools of all different temperature suround by a tropical garden makes it a local resort. The water is chilled in some pools. At the highway a left turn across the bridge and first right street will bring you to the ocean (short pleasant walk). There is a raked beach, fancy restaurant, beach chair rental. Also across the bridge is the start of all the noisy restaurants, shops, bars and general activity of the town for 3km. The other direction (hwy right) is the quiet end town and bus station. The local CR breakfast was filling, however, you need to make reservation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Amenities
Very nice hotel
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was very good and hotel staff were polite
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a special place. Beautiful gardens Peace and serenity. The room was very comfortable. The pool fantastic. Breakfast on point and the staff very friendly. Highly recommend. Also walkable to everything in Jaco no problems. I truly enjoyed my time here.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Leo-Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very very nice property with several pools and a hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location. Lots of thing all around you & very walkable. Great staff. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Es nuestra segunda vez que vinimos a Mar de Luz y tenemos planeado regresar por la muy buena atención de todo el personal en todas las areas, muy limpio los cuartos ropa de cama y demas areas. Excellente desayuno y sus precios de estadia y desayunos son muy razonables . Muy seguro . Gracias.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024