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Marala Hotel

3.5 star property
Suburban hotel with free breakfast and an outdoor pool

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Ocean Suite with Jacuzzi | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar
Ocean Suite with Jacuzzi | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar
Front of property
Marala Hotel on Esterillos Beach offers a cooked-to-order breakfast, five beach bars for cocktails, an onsite spa for relaxation, and a poolside bar for afternoon drinks. Free in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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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)

Highlights

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

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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)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Deluxe Room with Ocean View

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)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Family Room with Ocean View

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)

Highlights

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

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

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Family Bungalow with Shared Kitchen and Living Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Ocean Suite with Jacuzzi

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

Ocean Suite with Jacuzzi

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Superior Room

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

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

About the neighborhood

Map
Costanera Sur, Parrita, Puntarenas, 60901

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
  • ‪Valhalla - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Don Toro Beach - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Los Almendros Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪CR Macaws - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Marala Hotel

Hotel near Esterillos Beach
At Marala Hotel, you can look forward to free full breakfast, a poolside bar, and a bar. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and a TV in the lobby
  • A front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Marala Hotel feature thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters
  • Rainfall showers and shampoo

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Does Marala Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Marala Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Marala Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Marala Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 10:00 PM–midnight for a fee.

What time is check-out at Marala Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Marala Hotel located?

Situated by the sea, this hotel is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Esterillos Beach and within 25 mi (40 km) of Jacó Beach and Marina Los Sueños. Manuel Antonio Beach is 31.8 mi (51.1 km) away.

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