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Hotel Mar de Luz

2.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 3 outdoor pools and a 24-hour front desk

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Hotel Mar de Luz offers a vibrant escape near Jaco Beach, where active travelers can enjoy cycling and relax on the garden terrace. With 3 outdoor pools, a playground, an arcade/game room, free in-room WiFi and motorized watercraft on site - there's something for everyone. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Standard Room | Interior

Standard Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Family Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Standard Family Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room with kitchen | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Standard Room with kitchen

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Standard Room Quadruple

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Equipped Apartment | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Equipped Apartment

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 9 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Double Room Standard

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Triple Room Standard

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Villa Standard with Kitchen

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Quadruple Room Standard with Kitchen

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Map
Jaco Beach, Mar de Luz street, Av. Pastor Díaz, Jacó, Puntarenas, 143

What's nearby

  • Teatro Jacó - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Neo Fauna - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Jacó Walk Shopping Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Jacó Beach - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Herradura Beach - 16 min drive - 5.5 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪XTC - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Café Bohío - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Beer House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Subway Jaco - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sunrise Breakfast Place - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Mar de Luz

Family-friendly hotel near Jacó Beach
Located close to Teatro Jacó and Neo Fauna, Hotel Mar de Luz provides a free manager's reception, a terrace, and a garden. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this hotel. In addition to a playground and an arcade/game room, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).
Additional perks include:
  • 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Wedding services, a TV in the lobby, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and separate sitting areas.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with bidets and hair dryers
  • 32-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Separate sitting areas, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: CRC 4,018 per person
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Library
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2002
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CRC 4018 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: CRC 60000 per vehicle (one-way)

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Hotel Mardeluz
Hotel Mardeluz Jaco
Mardeluz Jaco
Hotel Mar Luz Jaco
Hotel Mar Luz
Mar Luz Jaco
Mar Luz
Mar De Luz Hotel
Hotel Mar De Luz Costa Rica/Jaco
Mar De Luz Jaco
Hotel Mar de Luz Jacó
Hotel Mar de Luz Hotel
Hotel Mar de Luz Hotel Jacó

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Mar de Luz have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Is Hotel Mar de Luz pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Mar de Luz?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Hotel Mar de Luz?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Hotel Mar de Luz provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of CRC 60000 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Mar de Luz located?

This family-friendly Jacó hotel is located by the ocean, within a 5-minute walk of Teatro Jacó and Neo Fauna. Jacó Beach and Rainforest Adventures Jaco are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Hotel Mar de Luz Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 207 out of 445 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 146 out of 445 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 445 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 445 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 445 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

william

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
is a nice place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Cordell

Liked: Amenities
Our favorite family oasis in Jaco!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice Dutch boutique hotel with European flavour plenty of extras inside and outside very specious
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Kisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thank you for the great hospitality! The room was comfortable and met all of our needs. The A/C unit was fantastic and wonderful come back to each evening! We would definitely come and stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Is it getting easy to get out people so nice good for the family?
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location. Lots of thing all around you & very walkable. Great staff. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

nathalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Jesus

I liked the free breakfast, the lobby and restaurant staff. The bathroom wasn't too clean, with mold around the edges. The tables in room had sticky bottle and glass marks from previous stays. No coffee or sugar in room even though they has a coffee maker. The rooms have the A/C off until the guest get to room and turn it on. It was super hot for at leat an hour. Not a good experience
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

Relaxing Spot in Busy Jaco

We checked in early & they were able to accommodate us. Lots of wildlife, very relaxing atmosphere, very friendly staff! They are willing and able to help book trips. Pool was nice, but not a hot tub (didn't matter just saying). Comfortable lounge chairs & pool/pool area was very clean. Room was cleaned daily, AC worked great & it had a fridge! Breakfast was amazing, easy walk to a lot of options but off the Main Street so VERY quiet. And very good value for the price. Would highly recommend and if we return we will return here.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location location location Staff was very friendly and attentive
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me gustó la limpieza, las piscinas y el desayuno. Lo que talvez falta es mejorar la infraestructura sobre todo por fuera.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
A la propiedad le falta mantenimiento. Ya que habían áreas donde se ve que son antiguas. Deberían de cambiarlos. Como por. Ejemplo el lavamanos el baño. Y. Los artefactos eléctricos se. Veían viejitos. Por los demás todo bien
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Anna

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was not as expected. The photos posted by the hotel and on booking websites are a bit deceiving. While the downstairs rooms with kitchens looked ok through the windows, the room I was in upstairs had mold on the ceiling and looked like it had seen better days (one fluorescent lightbulb in corner of the room, curtains did not close all the way etc) . It was ok for one night, but I ended up cancelling my second night as the booking was not what I expected. To be honest, not sure I would I have stayed in the first place had I known what it was like beforehand. As mentioned, the downstairs rooms with kitchens did seem to be in better condition. While other reviewers say it is quiet, the hotel is just off the main road in jaco and I could hear motor cycles reving all night. The sign on the front desk clearly says ‘no prostitution’ as you are checking in. I recommend going on Expedia and looking at some of the lower ranking reviews with photos which might give you a better expectation. The pool was nice and breakfast was fine, great proximity to beach. Overall, fine but do not expect the hotel to look like the more edited photos advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Piscina bonita
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aldo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
O hotel é maravilhoso o atendimento excepcional, funcionários cordiais , super prestativos , piscina ótima quarto ótimo para quem quer economizar tem uma cozinha no quarto vale a pena ir no mercado e comprar o que precisa café da manhã excelente três opções panquecas , café americano e Costa riquinho além de frutas café e sucos ambiente familiar super recomendo
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

DONALD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property had all the great amenities, but the room arrangement was a little bit awkward. A nightstand to lay things on would be a plus and maybe a little more hanging space
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Murdell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property , very quiet family oriented, great breakfast made to order! Staff were super helpful and nice! The owner was very friendly and I enjoyed chatting with him , lovely person. I would recommend this property especially for families with small children and teenagers , lots to do like game areas and pools ! Lovely fauna ✌🇨🇦
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always polite and friendly never have bad people come here quiet and friendly family place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Dennis

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Moldy Apartment

Hotel was ok a bit outdated but the mold in the apartment was all over the ceilings. Woke up with a sore throat. Pointed out to front desk and he just took pictures.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

You get what you pay for

Plusses: Service was excellent. Pool was very nice. Breakfast was good. Location away from busy street was nice. Plenty of hot water for showering. Minuses: Room needs serious updating. One mattress was saggy. Bed quilts shouted 1970. Two of the nights we had swarm of flying bugs (termites) visit the inside of the room. Saw them climb behind moulding. Didn’t make for a restful night’s sleep.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Muy familiar, excelente ubicación, tranquilo y la pasamos muy bien. A la propiedad le falta mantenimiento y arreglar detalles que la harían un mejor lugar.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

10/10 Excellent

federico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Buenísimo el hotel, céntrico y silencioso. Familiar. Volveré.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Suraj

I had an unsatisfactory experience at the hotel and requested the staff to cancel my second night for a refund. Unfortunately, they declined, and I had to stay for both nights. Suggestions for Improvement: Install Intercom Phones: Please provide intercom phones in every room to avoid the inconvenience of walking downstairs from the second floor for assistance. Ensure Basic Amenities: Toilet paper was missing in my room, and there was no holder for it. The roll was simply placed on top of the toilet tank. Adding a toilet roll hanger is essential. Fix the AC System: The air conditioning was either too hot or too cold, and the remote control didn’t work. I had to go downstairs in the middle of the night for help, and the front desk staff assisted me. Secure Bed Backboards: The backboard of the bed was not properly attached and moved toward the wall when I leaned against it. It needs to be screwed securely to the bed frame. Not enough light in Bathroom: It is hard to shave yourself, not enough light in bathroom. There is no full size mirror in the bedroom
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

federico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Muy bonito. Buena relación calidad /precio, centro de Jacó.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

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