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Hotel Marakabu

3.0 star property

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Restaurant
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Outdoor pool
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

5.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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25 Mts sur del Banco Popular, Upala, Province of Alajuela, 21301
  • Place, Upala Central Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park
  • Place, Tenorio Volcano National Park
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, Pool View | Minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Pool View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Quadruple Room, Pool View | Minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room, Pool View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Laundry

Family Room, Pool View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Upala

Hotel Marakabu places you within a 5-minute walk of Upala Central Park. This 14-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like an outdoor pool and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Upala Central Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Tenorio Volcano National Park - 48 min drive - 28.1 miles
  • Cano Negro National Wildlife Refuge - 49 min drive - 20.1 miles
  • El Pilon Station - 52 min drive - 25.0 miles
  • Tapir Valley Nature Reserve - 56 min drive - 23.0 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Cevichera El Buen Gusto - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chorreadas Y Cafetería El Pueblo - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bar y Discoteca Ríos - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bar Y Restaurante Cabinas La Bomba - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bar y Restaurante El Bajo Mundo - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Hotel Marakabu

Hotel Marakabu features an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a 24-hour gym. There's free parking and an airport shuttle for a fee. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with dry cleaning or laundry, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a picnic area.
Guests can expect to find flat-screen TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Minibars are also standard.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 6 for adults and USD 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Minibar
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 6 for adults and USD 6 for children

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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). 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.
  • 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. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Hotel Marakabu Hotel
Hotel Marakabu Upala
Hotel Marakabu Hotel Upala

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel Marakabu?

Hotel Marakabu provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do near Hotel Marakabu?

This hotel is located in Upala, just steps from Upala Central Park.

Is parking available on site at Hotel Marakabu?

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

Does Hotel Marakabu feature a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel Marakabu doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Marakabu?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Hotel Marakabu?

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

Does Hotel Marakabu have a hot tub?

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

Does Hotel Marakabu feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Marakabu serves breakfast (local cuisine) each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Hotel Marakabu allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, pets stay free at Hotel Marakabu.

Does Hotel Marakabu have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

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

No, at Hotel Marakabu, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Hotel Marakabu Reviews

Reviews

5.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 3 reviews

4.0/10

Cleanliness

4.8/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Juan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Double check other options around

When I arrive the hotel was full and they try to fix a room for me but nothing was good I will consider other options before stay there
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

2/10 Terrible

Jairo

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

Este hotel es un desastre.

Fue bastante mala la experiencia en este lugar, la piscina sucia con algas verdes, el restaurante y bar cerrados, sucios y sin ningún mantenimiento. Las habitaciones parecen de motel barato, sin agua caliente. Pagué por dos días seguidos pero solo aguanté quedarme un día, tuve que ir a buscar otro hotel. En general un desastre, no lo recomiendo.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Como q cerca no hay mucho lugares donde ir a comer, todos están ya saliendo de Upala
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019