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Hotel Mar de Luz

2.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 3 outdoor pools, near Teatro Jacó

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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

  • Airport transfer
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on site
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
$106 nightly
The total price is $119
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Showing 9 of 9 rooms

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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
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 291 sq ft
  • 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
  • 344 sq ft
  • 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
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 24 sq ft
  • 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
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 27 sq ft
  • 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
2 bedrooms
  • 98 sq ft
  • 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

  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2

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

Triple Room Standard

  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3

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

Villa Standard with Kitchen

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2

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

Quadruple Room Standard with Kitchen

  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Teatro Jacó - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Neo Fauna - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Jacó Walk Shopping Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Jacó Beach - 5 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Herradura Beach - 18 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 99 min drive
  • Tambor (TMU) - 27.6 miles/44.5 km
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

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

About this property

Hotel Mar de Luz

When you stay at Hotel Mar de Luz, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Jacó Beach. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby kayaking, mountain biking, and parasailing, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and buffet breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There are 3 outdoor pools, a children's pool, and in-room conveniences like refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 30 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
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Children

    • One child (5 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Free reception

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground

What to do

  • Personal watercraft (motorized)
  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • 4 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2002
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Blender

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of CRC 60000 per vehicle (one-way)

Policies

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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.

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

Is there a pool at Hotel Mar de Luz?

Yes, there are 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Mar de Luz?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Mar de Luz?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Mar de Luz?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is CRC 60000 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Mar de Luz?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Hotel Mar de Luz and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, kayaking, and parasailing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools or use the hotel's other amenities, which include an arcade and a picnic area. Hotel Mar de Luz also has a garden.

What's the area around Hotel Mar de Luz like?

Hotel Mar de Luz is a short 4-minute walk from Neo Fauna and 13 minutes' walk from Jacó Walk Shopping Center.

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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

What guests liked

  • The pool was a highlight, described as nice, great, fantastic, and very nice by multiple guests. (13 reviews)
  • Breakfast was consistently described as great, good, or fantastic by multiple guests. (8 reviews)
  • The property's location is ideal for accessing the beach, shopping, and restaurants. (4 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Beach
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Downtown

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Location location location Staff was very friendly and attentive
Ashley, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Always polite and friendly never have bad people come here quiet and friendly family place
Lee, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was very good and hotel staff were polite
Eileen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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 ✌🇨🇦
Murdell, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hospitality is great area is relaxed. Great area for past time with your partner family.
Luis, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved this place. Very welcoming, great staff big room, comfortable bed, beautiful pools. Close to strip but still quiet. Breakfast was fantastic
Joe, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

A good option to be right downtown and close to the beach but not loud. The staff was helpful and the pool was great.
Christopher, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very very nice property with several pools and a hot tub.
Leo-Paul, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Anthony and all of the staff were so professional and kind. We felt very safe and loved the pool. A very convenient location and absolutely beautiful. Thanks, Anthony for being so kind and welcoming.
Sally, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice and friendly staff. The hotel is a pearl in the trees and flowers. Close to the beach.

10/10 Exceptional

Is it getting easy to get out people so nice good for the family?
Luis, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
Kisha, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice location. Lots of thing all around you & very walkable. Great staff. Thanks
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic stay in Sept 23. Rooms are nice and having a kitchenette was a bonus. Hotel is located half a block away from the main busy street in Jaco. Very tranquil and yet close to everything. Staff is friendly and helpful. Breakfast is great.
Ekaterina, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is a beautiful hotel with nice pools and surrounded by wonderful plants and trees. The rooms are big and include a fridge which is very important in this hot country. Jaco beach, reastaurants and bars are 3-5 minutes walk. I have enjoyed my stay a lot.
Tomas, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is a special place. Beautiful gardens Peace and serenity. The room was very comfortable. The pool fantastic. Breakfast on point and the staff very friendly. Highly recommend. Also walkable to everything in Jaco no problems. I truly enjoyed my time here.
Sally, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

The staff was really great, especially the front desk attendant. Maybe he was the manager. Just what I needed for an evening check-in and a quick stay It was more of a hotel so I would not stay there again as a solo traveler
Brianne, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, Good for family

The hotel is close to town, within walking distance from shopping and restaurants. It is in great location. The hotel is a three stars hotel but service is acceptable. Tgey have multiple pools and a good place for family. The tap water had a strong smell of sulfur so we just drink bottle water. When we arrived the hotel, there were only two bath towels, and one face towel. We had to call front desk for hand towels and an extra face towel.
Dennis, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

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.
Anna, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Money does not go far in 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 pools of all different temperature 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 local CR breakfast was filling, however, you need to make reservation.
Michael, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

We stayed in the equipped 2 bedroom apartment. The apartment is in poor repair, the toilet did not flush and we had no hot water the first night. Cooking full meals would be very challenging here, as the only utensils provided were 2 large serving spoons. No spatula, tongs, etc. and only 1 pot and one pan. The pool by the apartments is decaying and half the furniture was so decrepit it was not useful. The main pools were nice, the common area was well maintained in the main building, and the staff were friendly and spoke English. It is only a short walk to the beach and restaurants. Breakfast at The Public House down the street was lovely albeit a little pricey by CR standards. In room massage was nice and hotel staff will help you book it.
Dawn, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

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
Suraj, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

is a nice place
william, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Our favorite family oasis in Jaco!!
Cordell, 3-night trip