Marala Hotel

Loved the pool and swim up bar. The staff was superb!!

We stayed at the Marala Hotel for the last two nights of our Costa Rica vacation, and our only regret is that we didn’t book a longer stay. From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel incredibly welcome. I honestly don’t think I’ve ever been treated so kindly at a hotel—it felt more like staying with distant family than at a resort. Everyone was extremely helpful in recommending local beaches, activities, and excursions, which made our time in the area even more enjoyable. The restaurant served delicious food, and breakfast was included each morning. I especially appreciated that breakfast was made to order rather than buffet-style—it was a thoughtful touch that added to the overall experience. Our room overlooked the ocean and had such a peaceful, tranquil atmosphere. One of the highlights of our stay was watching monkeys visit our balcony! My 11-year-old son absolutely loved seeing the monkeys up close, and it became one of his favorite memories from our trip. The property is surrounded by mango and coconut trees, creating a beautiful tropical setting that made us feel immersed in nature throughout our stay. The hotel is truly unique and unlike the more commercial properties in the area. If you’re looking for a relaxing, authentic, and peaceful getaway, I highly recommend staying here and plan to be back for our next Costa Rica vacation.

The hotel is absolutely beautiful! The staff are extremely friendly and helpful. They were happy to give us recommendations for local restaurants, good surf spots, and shops! The Breakfast is exceptional. We ate dinner at the hotel a couple of times as well and it was delicious. The food is just amazing! We loved staying there! The pictures included do not do this place justice. I would definitely recommend staying here! 10/10

This hotel is a unique gem and not only is it beautiful, but it has everything all in one picture perfect place. Oh, the view!!! The Pool!! The Drinks!!! The Food!!! But for all that, to us, what makes this hotel so special, hands down, is the staff. They all are so kind, helpful, personable, and simply wonderful. We love Tina A at the front desk during the day who is absolutely amazing and makes sure to check in with you that everything is going well, to Alfonso in the evenings, to Shalim, Bryan, and Susan serving up the best drinks and food and always making sure to you have everything you need. The kitchen staff at the Marala are top notch and the food is absolutely wonderful. The grounds are meticulously kept beautiful by maintenance, and you feel like you are in a little slice of paradise. The rooms are simple, and we like that. The beds are the most comfortable clouds to sleep on with equally amazing down bedding. The maids do a great job daily too. We are planning to return to Costa Rica hopefully in March and the Marala will most definitely part of our trip again.