Hotel Mar De Luz

“Centrally Located Local Resort Type Hotel - Costa Rician Standard Quality”

Money does not go far in CR- Costa Rica. However this is the best value. Though this is not a western standard hotel, the real wood construction and real wood furniture give it a superior regal feel. The four small pools of all different temperatures suround by a tropical garden makes it a local re… more

Money does not go far in CR- Costa Rica. However this is the best value. Though this is not a western standard hotel, the real wood construction and real wood furniture give it a superior regal feel. The four small pools of all different temperatures suround by a tropical garden makes it a local resort. The water is chilled in some pools. At the highway a left turn across the bridge and first right street will bring you to the ocean (short pleasant walk). There is a raked beach, fancy restaurant, beach chair rental. Also across the bridge is the start of all the noisy restaurants, shops, bars and general activity of the town for 3km. The other direction (hwy right) is the quiet end town and bus station. The included local CR type breakfast was filling, however, you need to make reservation for serving time. The very weak internet did work in the rooms which is not true for most hotel in Jaco. The bus driver will drop you off at the Airport if you tell him in Jaco CR2920/person. Bus station is across Best Western. "Soda" full plate meals (six items) are CR4000 + 500 drink verses US$25 for 2-topping pizza more typical of town food. Food is not cheap, that is why the hotel breakfast has much more value than normal. This hotel has a prime location for exploring Jaco. It is the center of town. You will hear some night time outdoor music from near by, but it was not a big deal. Filtered water in the lobby. Our second floor 4 person room was big. All room have patios some were private like ours. Noise from the pools till 930pm not really a problem.

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“We will return!!”

We loved this place! Well kept grounds, beautiful pools, big rooms, great AC, comfortable beds and quiet. Fantastic staff everyone was so helpful. Wonderful breakfast with several choices. Close to strip but quiet. Will definitely stay here again.

“A hidden gem in Jaco”

Oh my goodness! This hotel is a true gem. We went there for one night as we were visiting a couple of friends in the area. The gentleman at the front desk was very polite . informative and accomidating. We arrived a few hours before check in and our room was already cleaned so he allowed us to chec… more

Oh my goodness! This hotel is a true gem. We went there for one night as we were visiting a couple of friends in the area. The gentleman at the front desk was very polite . informative and accomidating. We arrived a few hours before check in and our room was already cleaned so he allowed us to check in early. Parking is a tiny walk down the secluded street with a locked gate. The grounds are quaint and have seating for children too around the pool, foosball and sweet lounge area with couches outside. The grounds were well taken care of. Two pools and a jacuzzi in the center court. It is quiet and clean. Breakfast is included--you pick your meal the night before and your seating time. I didn't want to leave! Comfortable and family friendly.

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“Affordable, Clean Apartment”

My family and I stayed in one of the apartments and found it clean but outdated. The location is excellent, and the staff were responsive. We would have loved to have had separate pool towels, ice available, more kitchen supplies (such as paper towels), and shower heights that matched our own. B… more

My family and I stayed in one of the apartments and found it clean but outdated. The location is excellent, and the staff were responsive. We would have loved to have had separate pool towels, ice available, more kitchen supplies (such as paper towels), and shower heights that matched our own. Breakfast was adequate, but amazing for the price (6 USD). Service at breakfast was amazing. We would stay here again due to the space and the value.

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