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Marala Hotel

3.5 star property
Suburban hotel with outdoor pool, near Esterillos Beach

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Ocean Suite with Jacuzzi | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar
Ocean Suite with Jacuzzi | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar
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Beach
On the sun-kissed shores of Esterillos Beach, Marala Hotel invites you to unwind with a cooked-to-order breakfast and refreshing cocktails at one of its 5 beach bars. Soothe your senses at the onsite spa or relax in the poolside bar, while staying connected with free in-room WiFi.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (10)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Communal living room
  • Front-desk safe
  • Limited hour front desk
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (5)

  • Television
  • Minibar
  • Premium bedding
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor swimming pools
$105 nightly
The total price is $118
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Studio Bungalow with Shared Kitchen and Living Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton linens
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 220 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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton linens
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Deluxe Room with Ocean View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton linens
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 194 sq ft
  • 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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton linens
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Family Bungalow with Shared Kitchen and Living Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton linens
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton linens
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton linens
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 441 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton linens
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Costanera Sur, Parrita, Puntarenas, 60901

What's nearby

  • Esterillos Beach - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Playa Esterillos Este - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Bejuco Beach - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Jacó Beach - 29 min drive - 27.2 km
  • Marina Los Sueños - 48 min drive - 39.4 km

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 43 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 117 min drive
  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 132 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Chiringuito - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Valhalla - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rancho Tipico - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪El Podio - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Don Toro Beach - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Marala Hotel

Enjoy your visit to Parrita with a stay at Marala Hotel. The restaurant is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after having fun at the outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 10 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • 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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Hosted evening meals daily for a surcharge
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

  • Whale-watching nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • An outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 43-inch Smart TV

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight can be arranged for an extra charge
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Hosted evening meal costs USD 0

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Policies

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 does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector and a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Marala Hotel Hotel
Marala Hotel Parrita
Marala Hotel Hotel Parrita

Frequently asked questions

Does Marala Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Marala Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Marala Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Marala Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Marala Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Marala Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

What is there to do at Marala Hotel and nearby?

Marala Hotel has an outdoor pool.

Are there restaurants at or near Marala Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

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Reviews

Marala Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The pool area was clean, beautiful, and relaxing with great views and a fun swim-up bar. (12 reviews)
  • Breakfast was excellent with nice selections and crafted drinks. (6 reviews)
  • The restaurant served a wide variety of food with excellent seafood options and the staff were enthusiastic and professional. (5 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Food
Room
Restaurant
Ocean
Bar
Drinks
View
Location
Infinity pool

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic hotel!

Hotel was amazing. Great food, room, pool and exceptional service! The entire staff was friendly, attentive and more than accommodating. We are definitely planning to stay there again for more days next time.
Steven, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great views and friendly staff. Definitely recommend.
PAOLA, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place to stay. A bit noise due to being close to main road but pool, food, drinks, restaurant, service is amazing! Will definitely stay here again.
Kousei, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Un ambiente muy tranquilo con excelente comida y servicios . Ideal para parejas que buscan un descanso .
mauricio, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place defined we coming back again
Silvia l, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful

Excellent hotel, food was delicious, the room was incredible and the staff were lovely, wish we stayed longer!
Rebecca, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel , nice view
eric, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had an amazing time! The staff was amazing and the food great!
Amber, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful Stay – Beautiful Hotel with Excellent Service The hotel is beautiful with stunning views and nice, comfortable rooms. The staff were fantastic—very friendly and accommodating throughout our stay. It’s conveniently located just 5 minutes from the beach and about 1.5 hours from San José airport. We really enjoyed our time here and would definitely stay again in the future.
Ursula, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We wanted a place to relax on our last night in CR and this place was perfect. Ocean view, warm pool with swim up bar, global clientele, great food and friendly service.
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Highly recomend

Amazing hotel!! Rooms were the best we had in CR. Incredible view of the ocean. My girlfriend did not want to leave the pool. Swim up bar was fun and the Monkey Mango Margarita was top notch. Emploees were great and always very helpful. Restaraunt was very good and convenient.
Russell, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful property with excellent breakfast each morning
Brent, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved staying at the marala! Kind staff, beautiful area, great food. Rooms were beautiful and we were able to see monkeys and macaws on the property! Would recommend to anyone
Ashton, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the stay. Beautiful property.
prerna, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing property.... highly recommend!
Matthew, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The place to stay with excellent food

An excellent hotel in the area! Friendly staff , well kept and the best food
marcela, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent accommodations and service. Tina is the best!
Cedric, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Delightful

We had a wonderful stay at Hotel Marala, the staff we friendly and provided excellent service. The pool overlooking the ocean was a beautiful rest for the end of our trip. It was quiet and relaxing.
Penny, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We absolutely loved this property!
Lynne, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel was a highlight of our trip. The quality of the place was wonderful. The food was delicious and overall we really enjoyed our time here.
Candace, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A hidden gem

Very nice hotel.
Raphael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The views are amazing! The staff are also amazing; aways happy to help and very friendly! The food was delicious! We recommend the Flank Steak with chimichurri and fries. The pool was at perfect temperature! The room was also beautiful!
JOLINE, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

You'll love the place

We loved the place. 100% recommended if you're willing to be somewhat away from the city.
Raj, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel beautiful, room excellent but staff is outstanding!! The lady at the front was so nice and the staff at the restaurant (Kate and Jefferson) were outstanding!
Itzamn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place to stay! Location, and food are awesome! Staffing is incredible and the rooms are clean and comfortable Highly recommended
Luis, 2-night trip