Marea Brava

3.0 star property
Jaco beachfront aparthotel with 2 outdoor pools, restaurant

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Exterior
Private kitchenette
Living area
Exterior
Flat-screen TV

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
    Microwave
Main amenities
  • 22 apartments
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Breakfast available
  • Children's pool
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Babysitting
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
Feel at home
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Cookware, dishware and utensils
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden

Room options

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Condo, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Condo, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Economy Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
Playa Hermosa, Jaco, 4023

What's nearby

  • Hermosa Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Rainforest Adventures Costa Rica Pacific Park - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Jaco Beach - 11 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Marina Los Sueños - 20 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Herradura Beach - 20 min drive - 15.4 km

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 101 min drive
  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 115 min drive
  • Tambor (TMU) - 29.9 miles/48.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪El Point - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪PuddleFish Brewery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Morales House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Vida Hermosa - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hola India Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Marea Brava

Marea Brava is a great choice for your beach stay in Jaco. 2 outdoor pools provide plenty of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in massages. The coffee shop/cafe is a great spot for a bite to eat, and cold drinks are served at the bar/lounge. Other features include a children's pool, a snack bar/deli and a terrace.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is noon

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cots (infant beds)
  • Babysitting*

Pets

  • Pets allowed*
  • Restrictions apply*

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Umbrellas
  • Sunloungers
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self-parking on site

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Babysitting (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee daily 8 AM–11 AM: USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable service

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Desk

Climate control

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • USD 10 per pet per night

Services and conveniences

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Front desk (limited hours)

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby (free access)

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Window guards

General

  • 22 rooms

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Cash Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in guest rooms for USD 10 per night (rates may vary)
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pets

  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per night

Policies

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards.

Also known as

Marea Brava Condo Jaco
Marea Brava Condo
Marea Brava Jaco
Marea Brava Jaco
Marea Brava Aparthotel
Marea Brava Aparthotel Jaco

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Marea Brava?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Marea Brava?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 10 per pet, per night.
Is parking offered on site at Marea Brava?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Marea Brava?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Marea Brava and nearby?
Marea Brava has 2 outdoor pools and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Marea Brava?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
Does Marea Brava have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, each apartment features a furnished balcony or patio.
What's the area around Marea Brava like?
Marea Brava is located a short 1-minute walk from Hermosa Beach.

Marea Brava Reviews

Reviews

5.8

6.4/10

Cleanliness

5.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

5.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Fair

Lack of maintenance of the building. Small TV and it is not cable. Not internet in the room.
virginia, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

The location near the the beach is great but they have to work harder in the cleanest...
2-night family trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

8/10 Very good

1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

2/10 Poor

The booking was prepaid (VDK Expedia 7393967968457. DKK 1547,46). The receptionist couldn't or wouldn't accept that, and asked for an additional payment of 171,75 US$, which we paid believing, that the amount would not be withdrawn from our account, when the hotel had checked their bookkeeping. The reception was later the same day asked to cancel the withdrawal, which couldn't be done. We were told to contact Expedia to get our money back. The reception made a second error, during the payment at arrival. They mixed up the numbers, and we (only) paid 117,75 US$ instead of the 171,75 US $, they asked for. We left the next morning one day ahead of time and will never set foot in that hotel again. I/We have stayed in several 100 hotels all over the world during the last 20 years, and we have never experienced such a lousy and cheating service. Needless to say: it is not a good recommendation for Expedia. We of course have all documentation, which can be sent on request.
2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

The first room we stayed in had no hot water. After the maintenance man got zapped and we were concerned about a fire hazard the power was shut off to the room. The lady at the front desk did not want to clean another room, and said we would be fine for only 2 days in the room with no power. The maintenance man insisted that we get a clean room, and he grabbed the keys for an upgraded sweet (which was way cool for him to do.) The room was absolutely beautiful, however we had to go get clean sheets and towels out of the dryer (the gal at the desk just pointed to the laundry room when we told her the sheets on the bed were still dirty), and change the linens ourselves. Otherwise the view, and beach access were fantastic.
2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Great views and Large rooms
We had a great stay and would come back. The only problems we had was the first room did not have AC in the living area, the staff at the Condo moved to another unit and was on the bottom floor with Ocean view and Pool. When we booked this Penthouse with 2 king beds. In the first unit on the 3 floor we had one King, and one Queen bed, and that was OK. In the second unit one room had 2 full beds and the other room looked like a Queen bed, come to find out it was just a queen box spring made up to be a bed. So we move one of the mattresses from one room to another, because the front desk told us they did not have any more mattresses to put on the bed. We made do and had a great time. The pool is another story the small one was great the large one was green, come to find out after talking with the owner the pool man quit 3 days before so that pool was closed for 2 days. It was looking better the last day. The small pool was nice. Also we thought we would have a small bar/store on the property and that was closed per the owner it was to reopen on Saturday the day we left. Over all the stay was good for the money we paid.
Laura, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Didn’t deliver what purchased
Couldn’t access half of the hotel amenities, as it was reserved for a private group. Front desk clerk said it wasn’t her problem. Even they had a fence blocking access to this separate area. Shame on them !
Mikel, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

DO NOT stay here
Got ripped off. Paid for a Condo and was put into a much smaller room then I paid for.
Carleton, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Pictures are deceiving
Booked a room with a kitchen. The room was extremely small, had large ants crawling over the counter and bed bugs in the mattresses. We cancelled our stay there. The beach is not for swimming as there are frequent riptides.
Tracey, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Booked 2 nights only stayed 1.
Arrived early and was informed the room we booked was not available. They put us in a smaller room facing a small pool not the one in the pictures. We booked a larger room facing the Ocean with 3 beds not 2. We found out several hours after checking in that we could not use the larger pool because of a private party. The small room we were given didn't even have a table. I could not open my bedroom door all the way because of the warped floor. In the morning I went to the front desk to exchange money. They told me to come back in 2 hours. I went back about an hour and half later and the woman behind the counter told me she would come find me when she had the money. 6 hours later I went back to the front desk and was told they forgot about me and I never exchanged money. We had no access to a bar or restaurant. Never going back.
Carleton , 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Nice condo, on the beach.
Kitchen counter had to be kept clean due to ants. Occasional lizard visitor would creep in under kitchen door, probably to feast on the ants, harmless. Beach side entrance had large porch with dinette that seated four and bench seat. Beautiful view. A large, white pawed, black cat slept on one of the cushioned chairs nightly, also, harmless, non-aggressive. Though out animal companions were never mentioned in the advertisement, it took little away from the magnificent beauty of this place.
Don, 8-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome location!
From the second I arrived I felt like I was home! The condo is really spacious. Private entries in both the front and back. The balcony was large and very comfortable, with a couch, two chairs and a table (and still spacious)!! I have a third floor condo facing the beach and the view was unbelievable. The employees go out Of the airway to make sure you have everything you need or want. I can’t wait to go back!
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Amazing setting! Just beautiful!!! Staff was kind.
The staff was welcoming and really ensured our needs were met. The room was small and simple, what do expect from economy? The one area that stood out was the charter and beauty of the outdoor setting m, it was amazing.
Rusty, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Marea regular
El hotel está en un lugar bastante agradable y seguro. Las áreas comunes se mantienen bastante limpias. Nos hospedamos en una habitación que está arriba de la recepción y debajo hay una bomba de agua o algo así que en la madrugada suena como un elicoptero y nos desperó. La refrijeradora de la habitación estaba toda oxidada, no recomendable para guardar alimentos.
FABIAN, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Condiciones diferentes a las que ofrecen
Cristian, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Mal servicio en bello lugar.
Un lindo lugar pero servicios deficientes
Guillermo, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Situation parfaite
Situation magnifique au bord de l'océan. Les 2 piscines sont geniales et la nature très presente. Super confort du logement. Super restaurant dans les environs
Deborah, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

La habitacion no estaba lista, pese a que la reservacion se hizo con antelacion y se cancelo. La persona en recepcion estaba de acuerdo de que la reservacion estaba, sin embargo tuvimos que esperar por una hora para que fuera aseada, no nos dijeron nada.
mario, 1-night trip with friends
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