Hotel Mar Rey

Property class: 2.5

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A pool area with a staircase leading to a lounge area.
A poolside area with a table, chairs, and a bowl of fruit.
A beachside room with two beds, a wooden deck, and a view of the beach and ocean.
An aerial view of a property with a swimming pool, multiple parking spaces, and surrounding greenery.
An architectural view of a building with a balcony, columns, and a clear sky.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
The current price is $88
$78 nightly
$88 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2

Explore the area

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Playa Tamarindo, Tamarindo, Guanacaste, 50309
  • Place, Tamarindo Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, WAYRA Institute of Spanish
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Langosta
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪102 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Quadruple Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Comfort Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 279 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Large Twin Futon
  • Free WiFi

Premium Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room

  • 279 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Tamarindo

With a stay at Hotel Mar Rey in Tamarindo, you'll be 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Tamarindo Beach and 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from Mansita Beach. .This hotel is 11.4 mi (18.3 km) from Avellanas Beach and 12.6 mi (20.3 km) from Conchal Beach.

What's nearby

  • Tamarindo Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • WAYRA Institute of Spanish - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Playa Langosta - 10 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 39 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • Conchal Beach - 43 min drive - 13.8 miles

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Brisa Mar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Walter's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tabú - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tamaonda - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chiquita’s - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Mar Rey

Hotel Mar Rey offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include desks. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions come with cable channels. In-room massages and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages and sports massages.
Make yourself at home in one of the 18 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Smart televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance.
Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 3 beach bars.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 3 beach bars

Things to do

  • Books
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • In-room massages
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

More

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Hotel Mar Rey Guanacaste
Hotel Mar Rey
Mar Rey Guanacaste
Mar Rey
Hotel Mar Rey Tamarindo
Mar Rey Tamarindo
Hotel Mar Rey Hotel
Hotel Mar Rey Tamarindo
Hotel Mar Rey Hotel Tamarindo

Hotel Mar Rey Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 201 out of 370 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 370 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 370 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 370 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 370 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

riley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is my second stay there and would absolutely recommend it. Perfect location perfect accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fontana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic stay, all staff was very friendly and perfect location. The pool was a great way to cool down on the hot days and just what was needed! Highly recommend staying here
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

myranda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the beach and parking on site
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, spacious, best location right across the street from the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place. Parking was very convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marcela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place, clean, the staff is very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great budget hotel, very clean, excellent pool, cold AC, perfect location across the street from the beach with beach access. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The overall experience was nice. The only complaint I’d have is about the room air conditioner but other than that, perfect location, comfortable days and nice pool
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Matti

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice small hotel. Very good location near beach and reatsurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was perfect. A short walk to all of the shops, restaurants, and the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Spacious room, very clean each day, view out door to pool stunning, beyond friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right across street from beach and all the shops and restaurants. Fantastic experience and close to the heart of the downtown area without breaking budgets
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable hotel with excellent pool area and parking, just across the road from the beach and right at the heart of the bars, restaurants and shops. Fantastic value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central location. Due to which can be loud at night. Can hear traffic. So if you don't mind noises, very central location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

evany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is in the middle of pretty much the center of Tamarindo for whatever you need, carr was kept in a gated and fully secured parking lot. The pool and set up of the entire place was gorgeous, you wouldn’t need anything more.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, room was always clean. Most comfortable bed of our entire holiday. Pool area is very nice. Older hotel and the street noise can be a bit much but was much quieter after Saturday. Very friendly staff and their dogs. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best Location for your visit to Taramindo. Steps to the beach, friendly staff, central to EVERYTHING!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is in the heart of Tamarindo. The grounds and the pool are amazing. The beds are 5 stars comfortable. We will back!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Sharon

Disliked: Amenities
Amazing location but first night we didn’t have warm water, no pool or beach towels provided. Beautiful hotel tho!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing hotel 1 minut from the beach and surf Really nice pool Free mangos while I was there Option of booking massage by the pool Surf shop next door Italien coffee shop across the street Only minor con: noizy in the evening/night
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place for the money. Staff is very friendly and helpful. It was spring break so i should have brought war plugs!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leighann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff. Great location to walk everywhere in Tamarindo. Right across from the beach and coffee and can have breakfast on the beach. Pool area is nice to relax and sit outside. Great outdoor kitchen to use, we would definitely go back. Wonderful time, thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hury

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hospitality from the hotel staff is amazing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Therese

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Extremely service minded staff! They were in contact with us from The booking to arrival to accommodate request! Impressive !
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026