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Marala Hotel

3.5 star property
Suburban hotel with free breakfast and beach bars

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Front of property
Ocean Suite with Jacuzzi
Front of property
Ocean Suite with Jacuzzi
Shared kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$212
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May

Explore the area

Map
Costanera Sur, Parrita, Puntarenas, 60901
  • Playa Esterillos Este
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Esterillos Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Jacó Beach
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Quepos (XQP)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

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

Studio Bungalow with Shared Kitchen and Living Room

Studio Bungalow with Shared Kitchen and Living Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Bungalow with Shared Kitchen and Living Room

Bungalow with Shared Kitchen and Living Room

Bungalow with Shared Kitchen and Living Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 17.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room with Ocean View

Deluxe Room with Ocean View

Deluxe Room with Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Room with Ocean View

Family Room with Ocean View

Family Room with Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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

Family Bungalow with Shared Kitchen and Living Room

Family Bungalow with Shared Kitchen and Living Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Ocean Suite with Jacuzzi

Ocean Suite with Jacuzzi

Ocean Suite with Jacuzzi

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Parrita

At Marala Hotel, you'll be 3.3 km (2.1 mi) from Esterillos Beach and 22 km (13.7 mi) from Jacó Beach. Highlights at this hotel include 5 beach bars, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .The hotel's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Parrita hotel, you'll be 32.6 km (20.3 mi) from Marina Los Sueños and 51.1 km (31.8 mi) from Manuel Antonio Beach.

What's nearby

  • Playa Esterillos Este - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Bejuco Beach - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Esterillos Beach - 11 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Jacó Beach - 24 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Marina Los Sueños - 38 min drive - 32.7 km

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Chiringuito - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bar Y Mariscos La Hawaianas - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪El Podio - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Los Almendros Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante y Pizzería El Maná - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Marala Hotel

Suburban hotel with free breakfast and beach bars
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 5 beach bars, a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Marala Hotel also features an outdoor pool, coffee/tea in common area, and a front desk safe. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Parrita hotel is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 5 bars on the beach
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Marala Hotel offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations, with minibars. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. This Parrita hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • 5 beach bars
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

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 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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.

  • 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 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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation.

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Marala Hotel Hotel
Marala Hotel Parrita
Marala Hotel Hotel Parrita

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Marala Hotel?

Marala Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Marala Hotel?

As of 16 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Marala Hotel on 18 May 2025 start from NZ$211.65, including 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.

Is parking available at Marala Hotel?

Yep, Marala Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Marala Hotel?

The closest beach to Marala Hotel is Jacó Beach (18.1 km).

Does Marala Hotel have a pool?

Marala Hotel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

What makes Marala Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Marala Hotel.

Does Marala Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, free full breakfast is offered daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Marala Hotel?

No, Marala Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Marala Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Marala Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Marala Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Marala Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 160 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 160 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 160 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 160 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 160 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ChicagoCandle

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

meredith

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not so great

We stayed 3 nights. One trash can only in the bathroom was for toilet paper since TP can't be flushed there. Water from the tap came and went. Never offered fresh towels. When we asked for fresh towels they said their dryer was out of service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

eric

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel , nice view
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cedric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent accommodations and service. Tina is the best!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property with excellent breakfast each morning
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Iassen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hillary

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The infinity pool was really breathtaking with the ocean view in the background. It was a really relaxing atmosphere with great food options and drinks. The staff was super helpful and accommodating for any requests. The staff spoke both English and Spanish. We even loved the onsite cat!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property.... highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

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

Wonderful

Excellent hotel, food was delicious, the room was incredible and the staff were lovely, wish we stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay! Great breakfast, drinks are crafted to perfection at swim up bar! Bed was perfect! We stayed in family ocean view! Room was cool temperature. Monkeys in trees were fun to watch. I would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Itzamn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jason

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

prerna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the stay. Beautiful property.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

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

Fantastic stay

The Marala Hotel was a beautiful location, with a lovely pool and great service from very helpful staff members. The food was tasty and they had enough suitable vegetarian options. The rooms were comfortable, and clean. It is quite close to the main road, so you can hear some traffic especially large trucks, but it didn’t really affect our overall experience. Beautiful beach nearby as well for walks.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I’ll say, I enjoyed my stay here. The manager went above and beyond for me and anything I needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a good property. Only downside was the Wi-Fi on our tv stopped working and the water shut off for almost 12 hours while they fixed the issue.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raj

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

You'll love the place

We loved the place. 100% recommended if you're willing to be somewhat away from the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon, Webster

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the place, staff was excellent and the bar and facilities were top notch. Only complaint was the road noise during the night from semis on the road.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place with a bohemian style, great food, great location, we were able to travel to Manuel Antonio and Jaco since the hotel is located pretty much in the middle of both. The staff were amazing, very helpful. I would stay here again ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Brenda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were wonderful! The restaurant served so many delicious choices and the chef was very accommodating to tweeting our needs. Full service bar. Gorgeous view of the ocean from the beautiful pool. We liked being away from Jace which is very lively. Our room was a bit tired…wobbly toilet, pin holes in the curtains, no safe for valuables. The floors outside our room, that led to the steps was extremely slippery…needs some treading to keep us safe from falling…this is a very humid environment!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024