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Mavi Surf Hotel

3.0 star property
Comfortable bed & breakfast near the beach
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Mavi Surf Hotel

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Premium Studio, Pool View
Premium Studio, Pool View | Terrace/patio
Premium Studio, Pool View | Bathroom

Overview of Mavi Surf Hotel

Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • BarBarBar

Explore the area

Map
275 m SW & 90 m SE of BCR, Ballena, Puntarenas
  • Popular LocationPlaya Dominical2 min walk
  • Popular LocationHacienda Baru2 min drive
  • Popular LocationNauyaca Waterfalls11 min drive
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Room options

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Premium Studio, Pool View

Premium Studio, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Sofa bed - twin
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Ballena

Located in Ballena, Mavi Surf Hotel is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Nauyaca Waterfalls and Punta Uvita, while Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons and Parque Reptilandia are popular local attractions. Hacienda Baru and Manuel Antonio National Park are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
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What's nearby

  • Playa Dominical - 2 min walk
  • Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons - 3 min walk
  • Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding - 6 min walk
  • Hacienda Baru - 2 min drive
  • Nauyaca Waterfalls - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Coco's Restaurant - 5 min walk
  • Fuego Brew Company - 9 min walk
  • Cafe Mono Congo - 9 min walk
  • Restaurante Charter - 2 min drive
  • Phat Noodle - 9 min walk

About this property

Mavi Surf Hotel

Bed & breakfast near Hacienda Baru
Located close to Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons, Mavi Surf Hotel provides free continental breakfast, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. Active travellers can enjoy surfing/body boarding at this bed & breakfast. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.
Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), a TV in reception and a front desk safe
  • Multilingual staff, smoke-free property and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak well of the beach locale
Room features
All rooms are individually decorated, and include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Balconies or patios, fridges and cookware/dishes/utensils

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7 AM–9 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2015
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Twin sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Refrigerator

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 60

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
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 200 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 60 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Mavi Surf Hotel Dominical
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Frequently asked questions

Does Mavi Surf Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Is Mavi Surf Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Mavi Surf Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Mavi Surf Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Mavi Surf Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 60 (subject to availability).

Does Mavi Surf Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 200 per vehicle applies.

Where is Mavi Surf Hotel located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Ballena bed & breakfast is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons and Hacienda Baru. Parque Reptilandia and Nauyaca Waterfalls are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Mavi Surf Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 97 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 97 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 97 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 97 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 97 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ami

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Max and his wife are fantastic, caring amd interesting people who treat you like family. Max is supremely knowledge of the area, the dinning options and activities available. He is responsive and helps you book and facilitate everything. The place is clean centeral and has the great vibe of staying with family. The breakfast is fresh and delicious. The coffee is divine. This is one of the best places i have stayed at in a long time. I highly recommend Mavi.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Epic property…..If in Dominical it’s the place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

john

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I felt like I was a guest in the proprietors home. They were so warm, friendly, and interested in our experience. They take so much pride in their hotel and it shows.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roxana Del Barco

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owners Barbara and Max are fabulous, very helpful and they run an extraordinary resort.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryoichi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners are very friendly and kind with a full hospitality. The hotel is clean and located in a quiet area of the town. I felt so relaxed staying at Mavi Surf Hotel. For me, everything was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel - a short walk to the beach & town/restaurants. Property is immaculately kept by the owner who looks after guests like they are family & the staff is friendly ~ Highly recommend this hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Varina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful Mavi
Wonderful proprietor, comfy rooms, close to town but not too close, and delicious breakfast. Loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights with my husband. The property is small and a block from the beach. It’s nothing fancy but you’re not going to find fancy accommodations in Dominical, which is a small surf town. The room was clean and comfortable. We had air conditioning, a little kitchen and nice bathroom. The couple who own the property are absolutely delightful and very accommodating. They gave us suggestions for dinner and talked about the area. When we had an early snorkel tour, Barbara the owner made us a take away breakfast so we didn’t leave hungry.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

darlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Immaculate small hotel. Everything very new looking and beautifully designed. Nice size room, kitchenette and lively bathroom. Very nice and helpful owners. Breakfast was big and delicious! We tried all 3 options! Small but clean pool. Between pool loungers and chairs and hammock outside room, there was no problem to find shade or sun sitting areas. Beach and restaurants a short walk. We didn’t have a car and it was no problem to get around. We really enjoyed the small town.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mavi is a great place. It is small (just 8 total units), so it is quiet and peaceful. The owners are absolutely wonderful, so helpful and friendly for any concern or question we had. The location is perfect, just a 2-minute walk to the beautiful beach, and 5 more minutes to everything else in The Dominical main drag. The rooms are spacious and comfortable, and the pool is lovely. We looked forward to the fantastic breakfast every morning, just great. The only things we missed a bit were paper towels and facial tissues (not provided), but not. Big deal at all. The road next to the hotel is quite rugged, so be prepared to drive slowly and carefully on the way jn and out. But overall, just a magical place, and we will return as soon as our travel stars align. Love the Mavi, and you will too!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023