Hotel Mar Rey

2.5 star property
Hotel with a full-service spa, a quick walk to Tamarindo Beach

Photo gallery for Hotel Mar Rey

Deep-tissue massages, sports massages, massages on the beach, massages
Deluxe Double Room
Front of property – evening/night
Property entrance
Superior Family Room | View from room

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Playa Tamarindo, Tamarindo, Guanacaste, 50309
  • Tamarindo Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Playa Langosta
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪92 min drive‬

Room options

Family Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Comfort Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Large Twin Futon

Premium Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Family Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Deluxe Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 King Bed

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Tamarindo

At Hotel Mar Rey, you'll be 0.2 km (0.1 mi) from Tamarindo Beach and 16.8 km (10.4 mi) from Conchal Beach. Highlights at this hotel include 3 beach bars, a full-service spa and an outdoor swimming pool. .A relaxing visit to Oceanic can include deep-tissue massages and beachside massages. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a children's swimming pool. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this Tamarindo hotel, you'll be 17.3 km (10.7 mi) from Mansita Beach and 18.1 km (11.2 mi) from Avellanas Beach.

What's nearby

  • Tamarindo Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Playa Langosta - 8 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 29 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Grande Beach - 30 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Avellanas Beach - 35 min drive - 20.6 km

Getting around

  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Walter's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sol Bakery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Medusa Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Waffle Monkey - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Mar Rey

Hotel with a full-service spa, a quick walk to Tamarindo Beach
Hotel Mar Rey offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 3 beach bars. Spa services, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Hotel Mar Rey. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Tamarindo hotel is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 3 bars on the beach
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Hotel Mar Rey offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features minibars and a safe. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas and includes desks. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions come with digital channels. In-room massages and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Oceanic. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa. Other services include deep-tissue massages and sports massages. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • 3 beach bars

Things to do

  • Books
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • In-room massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in room

More

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

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 and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Hotel Mar Rey Guanacaste
Hotel Mar Rey
Mar Rey Guanacaste
Mar Rey
Hotel Mar Rey Tamarindo
Mar Rey Tamarindo
Hotel Mar Rey Hotel
Hotel Mar Rey Tamarindo
Hotel Mar Rey Hotel Tamarindo

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Mar Rey?

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

Is parking available at Hotel Mar Rey?

Yep, Hotel Mar Rey has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Mar Rey?

Yep, Hotel Mar Rey is a short 3-minute walk from Tamarindo Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling and fishing.

Is there a spa on site at Hotel Mar Rey?

Yep, Oceanic is available for guests. You'll enjoy services like deep-tissue massages.

Does Hotel Mar Rey have a pool?

Hotel Mar Rey has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

What luxury perks are available at Hotel Mar Rey?

Hotel Mar Rey features 3 beach bars, a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. All guestrooms come with pillowtop beds and premium bedding.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Mar Rey?

No, Hotel Mar Rey does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Mar Rey?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Mar Rey?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

Hotel Mar Rey Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 146 out of 280 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 280 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 280 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 280 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 280 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamera, universal city

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was fun!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Livia

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I recently stayed at this hotel and overall, it was an okay experience. The room was somewhat clean—not spotless, but acceptable for a short stay. Had the basic amenities. Bonus for having a fridge and microwave in the room. The staff were generally friendly and helpful, no major complaints there. There were a couple of issues worth noting: One, there were holes in the window screens, which allowed bugs to get in, and two, the main door didn’t fully meet the floor, leaving a gap that allowed critters to come inside. These are small but important details that really affect comfort. On the positive side, the area around the hotel was nice and peaceful, which added to the overall relaxation of the trip. The shared kitchen and outdoor barbecue space was a great feature and made the place feel more social and convenient. It would’ve been even better if charcoal had been provided—or even better, if they had a gas barbecue to eliminate the need for charcoal altogether. If you’re not too picky and just need a simple place to stay, this hotel is a decent option, especially if you plan to enjoy the outdoor features. With a few upgrades, it could be a much better experience
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

JOHN

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sondra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Mar Rey was convenient to everything. We’ve staying in Tamarindo many times and wanted to be on the beach this time. We did however end up leaving two days early. A few things … we were in the end room facing the parking lot and street. Which was quite noisy at night. We came back to our room one evening and there was a woman sitting on our patio who walked off the street to wait for her taxi. It was sorta unsettling having someone sitting at our door when we arrived back. She was nice and apologetic. There is security that sits there at night. We did not feel unsafe. Also be aware that the cleaning staff enters your room to clean without warning and I came back to use the bathroom after being at the pool and a lady was cleaning the room. We had all of our belongings out in the room. And I had to ask her to leave so I could use the bathroom. I didn’t feel like anyone was dishonest BUT we would have liked to be able to put our money and passports in safe before strangers entered. Would stay again just prefer a room inside the hotel complex not facing road.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service and staff were very nice and helpful for suggestions and booking cars/outings. The hotel was cute and across street from beach access. The downside for our family was the noise/sound from the local clubs - it was very loud until late on weekends but a bit better on weekdays.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucie

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

Edwin, Andre & staff @ Hotel Mar Rey the very Best

An absolutely amazing stay at Mar Rey! Unforgettable time :) The owners and staff are so welcoming, helpful and charming....you feel right at home before you even arrive on site because they ensure that your entire journey goes splendidly well. I could not have picked a better hotel....I am definitely returning there, but plan to bring my entire family with me next time! :)
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very clean and furnished nicely, having back door access to the pool area was great
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allyson

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

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the safety, cleanliness and it was central to many amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Tobias

Travelled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Tobias

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good centrally Located Hotel

Basic hotel, No Food, No Ice Machine, but walking distance to everything needed. Little Italian cafe right outside the hotel, great coffee and breakfast. Secure, Front desk was helpful. Strong WiFi, free parking.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

regina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pool. Rooms are quiet despite busy area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to the pickup point for fishing. All my needs were within two blocks.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Shirley

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so helpful Andrea was wonderful to us
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David, Houston

The property is a few feet away from the beach and from all the major businesses.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Mar Rey is in a great location. Close to beach, restaurants and bars and shopping. The pool and surroundings are beautiful. Hacienda style. The ranch kitchen by the pool was great. You could buy groceries and cook them on site. Andrey and staff were extremely helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evan

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

Great family getaway

Good vibes great times. Great for families
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, walk to everything! Awesome pool!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

joanne

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

Gem in tamarindo

The hotel was inviting, rooms had great beds and air conditioning, loved the general atmosphere and space for hanging out by pool
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Isa

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for a week in March and it was fantastic! The staff were INCREDIBLE, they live on site and they have a few pet dogs that free roam the property. It has a beautiful pool and is conveniently located right in the main area of town and literally just STEPS to the ocean. You’ll notice the reviews mention how noisy the hotel is because of its location and it definitely is noisy but it really didn’t bother us because we played so hard during the day we crashed hard at night and most of the bars and parties in the area wrapped up between 10pm-midnight. We would choose to stay here again, hands down.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025