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Marala Hotel

3.5 star property
Suburban hotel with free breakfast and an outdoor pool
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Front of property
Ocean Suite with Jacuzzi | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar
Ocean Suite with Jacuzzi | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar
Beach
Front of property

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Costanera Sur, Parrita, Puntarenas, 60901
  • Place, Esterillos Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Playa Esterillos Este
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Jacó Beach
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪61 min drive‬
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Room options

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

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 178 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen 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)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King 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)
  • 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)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

Ocean Suite with Jacuzzi

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 441 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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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)
  • 220 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Family Bungalow with Shared Kitchen and Living Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Parrita

Marala Hotel places you 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Esterillos Beach. This 10-room, 3.5-star hotel has conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Esterillos Beach - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Playa Esterillos Este - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Bejuco Beach - 9 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Jacó Beach - 29 min drive - 16.9 miles
  • Marina Los Sueños - 48 min drive - 24.5 miles

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Chiringuito - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪El Mezcal - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Valhalla - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪El Patio Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪El Podio - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Marala Hotel

Suburban hotel with free breakfast and an outdoor pool
At Marala Hotel, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. A stay here includes free parking. Front-desk staff can help secure valuables, and provide local restaurant recommendations. This smoke-free hotel also has a communal living room.
43-inch Smart TVs are available for entertainment, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers. Minibars are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

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 full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • 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

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Pool umbrellas

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

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV

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 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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 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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
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: 2:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector and a security system.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Marala Hotel Hotel
Marala Hotel Parrita
Marala Hotel Hotel Parrita

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Marala Hotel?

Marala Hotel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see within easy reach of Marala Hotel?

This hotel is located in Parrita, close to Esterillos Beach, Playa Esterillos Este, and Judas Point. You'll also find Hermosa Beach and Bejuco Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Marala Hotel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Marala Hotel have a casino?

No, Marala Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Marala Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 6:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about Marala Hotel?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a restaurant.

Does Marala Hotel have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Marala Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Marala Hotel serves free full breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Will Marala Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Marala Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Marala Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Marala Hotel?

The closest major airport to Marala Hotel is Quepos (XQP), which is 28.2 mi away (43 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Marala Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy ocean or mountain views.

Marala Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 179 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 179 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 179 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 179 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 179 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of a kind property. It was a lovely room on the second floor with the hot-tub for two and the swing and dinette. The shower had great water pressure and monkeys would tap on the windows. The views were amazing. Lots of wildlife to watch all over the property. The food was fabulous. It is a short drive to many attractions and beaches. The pool was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

PAOLA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great views and friendly staff. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tomas

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente hotel beautiful property
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

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

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice 1-nt surprise after a day of driving. So refreshing and beautiful. Kaitlyn took great care of us at both swim up bar and dinner, which was tasty! Tina was kind and fun to chat with at the front desk. 100% happy with the visit.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silvia l, lawndale

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place defined we coming back again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ursula

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kousei

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOLINE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

mauricio

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Un ambiente muy tranquilo con excelente comida y servicios . Ideal para parejas que buscan un descanso .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

demetrios

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The overall grounds and pool are visually appealing at this property. The room and service left a lot to be desired unfortunately.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penny

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

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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebeca Isabel

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing time! The staff was amazing and the food great!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mi estadía fue simplemente espectacular. Desde el momento en que llegué, el servicio fue de primer nivel, con un personal atento y siempre dispuesto a hacer que la experiencia fuera inolvidable. La comida superó todas mis expectativas: cada plato estaba preparado con ingredientes frescos y sabores exquisitos. Los cócteles, sin duda, fueron otro punto fuerte, con mezclas innovadoras y perfectamente equilibradas. El beneficio VIP realmente marca la diferencia, con beneficios exclusivos que hacen que la estadía sea aún más placentera. Sin duda, una experiencia que recomendaría a cualquiera que busque lujo, comodidad y una atención excepcional. ¡Definitivamente volveré! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norma

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

We had a wonderful experience!

This hotel is a piece of paradise…the grounds are beautiful and pristine. The food and drinks, top notch, rooms clean and comfortable …but it’s the people who work there that make it even more special. Everyone there was polite, professional and absolutely helpful…one in particular was Tina. She made our stay absolutely wonderful…from booking tours, procuring taxi rides…something as simple as providing us extra towels…because of her we will absolutely return to Costa Rica and book The Marala Hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel had a beautiful view and a good restaurant. Parking was good. The monkeys came to visit during check in. They were all over the place. And Tina, our host, was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

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

Constant Road Noise

The Marala is a lovely little hotel--almost a boutique hotel really--with good service, comfortable facilities, and good food. The problem is that there is constant road noise from the highway below including engine braking from semis. So whether eating dinner in the open-air restaurant, enjoying a drink at the bar, or lounging by the pool, excessive road noise is a constant accompaniment to one's stay. Jake brakes from semis forced us to cease conversation momentarily every time a truck passed by. As a result, I can't recommend this hotel nor will I be staying there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ChicagoCandle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very cute, chic and modern boutique hotel. The hotel itself only has about 11-12 rooms and then they have a lodge a little further down the property. Nice infinity pool & free breakfast every morning was awesome with nice selections as well. You also get a welcome drink upon arrival!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Parker

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Marala Hotel is a beautiful boutique hotel with incredible views, an amazing restaurant, fantastic bars, and two gorgeous swimming pools. The sunsets are something that you see in movies. The staff was so kind and went above and beyond to make our stay so special. There is a troop of Capuchin monkeys that would come through the property at least once a day to eat fruit from the trees. They were great entertainment. We got to visit a sister property for a day on the beach, called Marenaz Oceanfront Resort, which was lovely, with a nice pool, restaurant and bar. We would definately stay at the Marala again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025