Mavi Surf Hotel

Salt air and outdoor pool, near Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Premium Studio, Pool View | Terrace/patio

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Explore the area

275 m SW & 90 m SE of BCR, Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas

Place, Playa Dominical
‪3 min walk‬
Place, Hacienda Baru
‪2 min drive‬
Place, Nauyaca Waterfalls
‪11 min drive‬
Airport, Quepos (XQP)
‪46 min drive‬

Room options

Premium Studio, Pool View

Exceptional

376 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Bahía Ballena

Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons is within a 5-minute walk of Mavi Surf Hotel while other popular sites like Hacienda Baru are within a couple of miles (3 km). This 8-room, 3-star bed & breakfast has free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

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What's nearby

Playa Dominical - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Hacienda Baru - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
Playa Dominicalito - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles
Parque Reptilandia - 10 min drive - 6.0 miles
Nauyaca Waterfalls - 11 min drive - 6.6 miles

Getting around

Quepos (XQP) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

‪Moromo - ‬10 min walk
‪La Junta - ‬11 min walk
‪Scala - ‬11 min drive
‪Cafe Mono Congo - ‬12 min walk
‪Fuego Brew Company - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Mavi Surf Hotel

Salt air and outdoor pool, near Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons

Guests of Mavi Surf Hotel enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a library. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 200 per vehicle one-way. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this beach bed & breakfast include a terrace, a garden, and a TV in a common area.

Guests can expect to find free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer free toiletries. Balconies or patios, sofa beds, and refrigerators are other standard amenities.

Recreational amenities at the bed & breakfast include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Breakfast included
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Parking included

$74 nightly

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Free self parking on site
Limited onsite parking
Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
Snack bar/deli

Things to do

Library
Outdoor pool
Surfing/bodyboarding
TV in common areas

Family friendly

In-room refrigerator
In-room sofa bed
Outdoor pool
Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

Direct access to the beach
Garden
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Visual alarms in hallways
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

2 buildings
2 floors
Built in 2015
Mediterranean architecture
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Premium bedding
Twin sofa bed

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Refrigerator

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Ceiling fan
Individual decor
Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: USD 60

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

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8:00 PM

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

Airport shuttle fee: USD 200 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
Late check-out fee: USD 60 (subject to availability)

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

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

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

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.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

The bed & breakfast can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
There are no elevators.
No cribs or infant beds are available.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Mavi Surf Hotel?

Mavi Surf Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Mavi Surf Hotel?

As of Oct 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mavi Surf Hotel on Nov 9, 2025 start from $130.0, 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.

What's there to do close to Mavi Surf Hotel?

Located steps from Playa Dominical, this bed & breakfast is in Bahía Ballena, and within a 10-minute walk of Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons and Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding. You'll also find Hacienda Baru and Playa Dominicalito within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Mavi Surf Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Does Mavi Surf Hotel include a casino on the premises?

No, Mavi Surf Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Mavi Surf Hotel?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Mavi Surf Hotel?

Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and free Internet access as well as a bar.

Does Mavi Surf Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does Mavi Surf Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Mavi Surf Hotel serves free continental breakfast each morning from its cafe.

Will Mavi Surf Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Mavi Surf Hotel.

Does Mavi Surf Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

How close is the airport from Mavi Surf Hotel?

The closest major airport to Mavi Surf Hotel is Quepos (XQP), which is 23.5 mi away (30 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Mavi Surf Hotel?

Yes, every guestroom at Mavi Surf Hotel comes with a balcony with some featuring pool views.

Mavi Surf Hotel Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family

Apr 6, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clinton

Mar 24, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kavi

Traveled with partner

Jan 6, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Really enjoyed our stay – it was very comfortable and felt almost like home. The owners were welcoming, helpful, and thoughtful, even preparing a breakfast for our early departure. The location was great, just a short walk to the town, beach, and supermarket. Bonus: Penelope the cat added some feisty character!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

bradley

Aug 9, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The owners might be the nicest people I’ve ver met. And the breakfast every morning was perfect fuel for the morning surf sessions! Highly recommend this place.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ami

Traveled with family

Apr 5, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Max and his wife are fantastic, caring amd interesting people who treat you like family. Max is supremely knowledge of the area, the dinning options and activities available. He is responsive and helps you book and facilitate everything. The place is clean centeral and has the great vibe of staying with family. The breakfast is fresh and delicious. The coffee is divine. This is one of the best places i have stayed at in a long time. I highly recommend Mavi.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with family

Apr 1, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Epic property…..If in Dominical it’s the place to stay

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

john

Traveled with partner

Mar 21, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I felt like I was a guest in the proprietors home. They were so warm, friendly, and interested in our experience. They take so much pride in their hotel and it shows.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katey

Mar 9, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Feb 24, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roxana Del Barco

Traveled with partner

Feb 19, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

The owners Barbara and Max are fabulous, very helpful and they run an extraordinary resort.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryoichi

Nov 26, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The owners are very friendly and kind with a full hospitality. The hotel is clean and located in a quiet area of the town. I felt so relaxed staying at Mavi Surf Hotel. For me, everything was perfect.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela

May 29, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Lovely hotel - a short walk to the beach & town/restaurants. Property is immaculately kept by the owner who looks after guests like they are family & the staff is friendly ~ Highly recommend this hotel!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Varina

May 27, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful Mavi

Wonderful proprietor, comfy rooms, close to town but not too close, and delicious breakfast. Loved it.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather

May 20, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

Stayed 2 nights with my husband. The property is small and a block from the beach. It’s nothing fancy but you’re not going to find fancy accommodations in Dominical, which is a small surf town. The room was clean and comfortable. We had air conditioning, a little kitchen and nice bathroom. The couple who own the property are absolutely delightful and very accommodating. They gave us suggestions for dinner and talked about the area. When we had an early snorkel tour, Barbara the owner made us a take away breakfast so we didn’t leave hungry.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

darlene

Mar 26, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Immaculate small hotel. Everything very new looking and beautifully designed. Nice size room, kitchenette and lively bathroom. Very nice and helpful owners. Breakfast was big and delicious! We tried all 3 options! Small but clean pool. Between pool loungers and chairs and hammock outside room, there was no problem to find shade or sun sitting areas. Beach and restaurants a short walk. We didn’t have a car and it was no problem to get around. We really enjoyed the small town.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Traveled with partner

Mar 25, 2023

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Mavi is a great place. It is small (just 8 total units), so it is quiet and peaceful. The owners are absolutely wonderful, so helpful and friendly for any concern or question we had. The location is perfect, just a 2-minute walk to the beautiful beach, and 5 more minutes to everything else in The Dominical main drag. The rooms are spacious and comfortable, and the pool is lovely. We looked forward to the fantastic breakfast every morning, just great. The only things we missed a bit were paper towels and facial tissues (not provided), but not. Big deal at all. The road next to the hotel is quite rugged, so be prepared to drive slowly and carefully on the way jn and out. But overall, just a magical place, and we will return as soon as our travel stars align. Love the Mavi, and you will too!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Mar 21, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

The owners went out of their way to make me comfortable and be a resource for me to have an easy and pleasant stay. Rooms were comfortable and clean, and had a porch space with a hammock and seating area. I’d definitely stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Mar 12, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

From the moment I arrived and checked in, the owners Barbara and Max made me feel welcome and at home. It was about an hour before posted check in time but they said, “no problem come on in.” Walking through the front gate is like being transported to a parallel universe where the form, function, aesthetic, and vibe of the environment and staff all work together in harmony to provide a stellar experience for the guest. The grounds are immaculate and the walk to my room was accompanied by a pleasant delivery of useful information by one of the hosts, Max. The room was exceptionally clean and well designed for space and function within that space. There seemed to be a place for everything so it was easy to settle in and easily find a place to put everything for access during my stay. Each room has its own little patio area out front with a small table/chairs for dining, two large relaxing chairs with cup holders, and a hammock for ultra relaxing. The landscaping provides a sense of privacy within an open shared pool area, which really adds to the comfort factor. House rules posted are to ensure a pleasant, relaxing, and safe stay for all guests. And for a property that is a ~mere 5 minute walk from the beach and main drag of a little beach/surf town, it’s nice to have this little microcosm of peace and quite so accessible to the “action” if and when one chooses to engage what’s available outside the serene space of Mavi Surf Hotel. Well done!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with partner

Mar 7, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We absolutely loved our stay at Mavi Surf Hotel! Max and Barbara are incredibly kind, caring, and accommodating! They made us feel welcomed in their space and we enjoyed all our interactions with them. The breakfast is delicious, the pool is perfect, and the gardens afford lots of incredible opportunities to view birds and pollinators. We forgot our binoculars and Max lent us his to use during our stay! On my birthday, we saw a flock of fiery-billed aracari in a nearby tree and were able to watch them while enjoying our breakfast. Mavi is also conveniently located near the beach and surf break! Overall, it was all good vibes at Mavi and we cannot wait to visit again in the future! We cannot recommend this place enough! Thank you so much Max & Barbara for all you did to make our stay so wonderful :-)

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with partner

Feb 19, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We thoroughly enjoyed staying at Mavi. Barbara and Max were very nice, helpful, and attentive as needed. The place is comfortable, clean, and relaxing. The free breakfast was delicious and full of options (especially enjoyed the homemade granola and fresh fruits) I loved having our own little patio, table and chairs and hammock. It was a two minute walk to the beach and town, just down a quiet dirt road. Street Parking, just outside of the secure hotel area, was easy. I would most definitely stay here again. Pura Vida! Beth and Louis

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Jan 22, 2023

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Sep 26, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Massimiliano and Barbara are simply the best! So, very grateful for our new friendship.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with group, Traveled with family

Jun 23, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The hotel was very clean and everyone was helpful, cheerful, and hospitable. Everything we needed was right at hand, and the overall environment at the hotel was inviting, relaxing, and peaceful. Our stay at Mavi Hotel was very enjoyable!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Mar 23, 2022

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I truly loved my time at this hotel, The owners live onsite and are some of the nicest people I have ever met in my life. The hotel grounds are incredibly kept and everything is just beautiful. The room has a big and really comfortable king size bed with actual comfortable pillows which is a huge bonus. Even the towels at this hotel are soft and comfortable much much better then the average hotel. Loved that there is also a private patio with a hammock outside each room, this was by far the best hotel I have stayed at in a very long time. Very peaceful and quiet hotel but also very convenient as it is only 5 min walk to all the shops near by and to my favorite Gelato/Frozen yogurt store. Only few minutes walk to the Ocean which was just amazing way to start each morning with a nice long walk on the beach. The hotel also offers a complimentary breakfast each morning, which was great to return from a relaxing long walk to have some fresh breakfast. Overall the family and staff that run this hotel are just incredible and honestly some of the nicest people I have ever met. This small boutique hotel delivers better service than most of the million dollar hotel chains deliver. I will always stay here when I come to dominical and I highly recommend and have been recommending to many people already that they stay here so they can truly enjoy paradise in the most peaceful and relaxing environment. One last big thank you to the owners :) Look forward to seeing you guys again!!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Feb 2, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love this place

The Italian family who runs and own Mavi are super friendly and you can feel they like what they do. Anyone traveling to this area I can recommend staying here.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022