[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hotel Marakabu Travelers find a peaceful retreat at Hotel Marakabu where nature surrounds them, with an inviting outdoor pool and a bar serving favorite cocktails ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37880000/37878900/37878843/706af583.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37880000/37878900/37878843/7daaafd6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37880000/37878900/37878843/6a89a9a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37880000/37878900/37878843/998dc1da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37880000/37878900/37878843/5a12de90.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Hotel Marakabu offers a genuine escape with its lush garden and refreshing outdoor pool. Guests can stay connected with in-room WiFi while enjoying authentic local cuisine. The hotel provides dry cleaning services, and the bar serves well-crafted cocktails for evening relaxation. 5.4 ## Popular amenities - Bar - 24/7 front desk - Gym - Room service - Pool - Breakfast available ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 9 - Oct. 10](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=37878843&PinnedHotelID=37878843&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=37878843&PinnedHotelID=37878843&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 10 - Oct. 11](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=37878843&PinnedHotelID=37878843&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=37878843&PinnedHotelID=37878843&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=37878843&PinnedHotelID=37878843&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=37878843&PinnedHotelID=37878843&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=37878843&PinnedHotelID=37878843&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=37878843&PinnedHotelID=37878843&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Double Room, Pool View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37880000/37878900/37878843/6cd84ef4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Pool View ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom Minibar Daily housekeeping - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Quadruple Room, Pool View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37880000/37878900/37878843/180f75c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Quadruple Room, Pool View ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom Minibar Daily housekeeping - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ![Laundry](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37880000/37878900/37878843/8ff6f8bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room, Pool View ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom Minibar Daily housekeeping - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 5 - 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FUpala-Hotels-Hotel-Marakabu.h37878843.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FUpala-Hotels-Hotel-Marakabu.h37878843.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C10.89795%2C-85.01555&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=n7NXXpA6CUxAm41TJBVjJUn98QM=) 25 Mts sur del Banco Popular, Upala, Province of Alajuela, 21301 #### What's nearby - Upala Central Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Tenorio Volcano National Park - 40 min drive - 35.6 km - Cano Negro National Wildlife Refuge - 45 min drive - 32.4 km - Tapir Valley Nature Reserve - 45 min drive - 37.3 km - El Pilon Station - 51 min drive - 44.7 km #### Restaurants - ‪Cevichera El Buen Gusto - ‬7 min walk - ‪Bar y Restaurante El Bajo Mundo - ‬2 min drive - ‪Bar y Discoteca Ríos - ‬4 min walk - ‪Chorreadas Y Cafetería El Pueblo - ‬4 min walk - ‪Bar Y Restaurante Cabinas La Bomba - ‬2 min drive ## About this property ### Hotel Marakabu Property highlights At Hotel Marakabu, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. In addition to a bar and a 24-hour gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this hotel include: - An outdoor pool and a children's pool - Free self parking - Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and smoke-free premises - Barbecue grills and a 24-hour front desk Room features All guestrooms at Hotel Marakabu feature thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and minibars. Other amenities include: - Showers and shampoo ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool, an infinity pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22450000/22449700/22449683/99d5b53c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Finca L’Étoile Celeste Katira - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included 10 Exceptional 5 reviews CA $211 CA $239 total includes taxes & fees Nov 9 - Nov 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=22449683&PinnedHotelID=22449683&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 6 for adults and USD 6 for children - A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Snack bar/deli ### Things to do - 24-hour gym - Children's pool - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Children's pool - Outdoor pool - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Picnic area - Terrace ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - Minibar - Room service ### More - Air conditioning ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM Late check-in subject to availability ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets stay free ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 6 for adults and USD 6 for children 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; cash is not accepted ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as Hotel Marakabu Hotel Hotel Marakabu Upala Hotel Marakabu Hotel Upala ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Hotel Marakabu have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. ### Is Hotel Marakabu pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Hotel Marakabu? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Hotel Marakabu? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Hotel Marakabu? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Does Hotel Marakabu provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. ### Where is Hotel Marakabu located? > Situated in Upala, this hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Upala Central Park and within 20 mi (32 km) of Lake Nicaragua and Cano Negro National Wildlife Refuge. Frog's Paradise and Miravalles Maze are also within 20 mi (32 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Hotel Marakabu Reviews 5.4 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ### 4.0/10 Cleanliness ### 4.8/10 Staff & service ### 6.0/10 Amenities ### 5.4/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 4/10 Poor #### Juan Feb 1, 2020 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### Double check other options around When I arrive the hotel was full and they try to fix a room for me but nothing was good I will consider other options before stay there ##### Juan Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Jairo Jan 2, 2020 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Este hotel es un desastre. Fue bastante mala la experiencia en este lugar, la piscina sucia con algas verdes, el restaurante y bar cerrados, sucios y sin ningún mantenimiento. Las habitaciones parecen de motel barato, sin agua caliente. Pagué por dos días seguidos pero solo aguanté quedarme un día, tuve que ir a buscar otro hotel. En general un desastre, no lo recomiendo. ##### Jairo Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Aug 16, 2019 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities Como q cerca no hay mucho lugares donde ir a comer, todos están ya saliendo de Upala ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Noah's Forest by Tifakara](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Noahs-Forest-By-Tifakara.h38922752.Hotel-Information) > > [The Coast Beachfront Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Tamarindo-Hotels-The-Coast-Beachfront-Hotel.h18530265.Hotel-Information) > > [JW Marriott Guanacaste Resort and Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Tamarindo-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Guanacaste-Resort-And-Spa.h2190860.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Liberia-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Liberia-Airport.h2211738.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Secreto La Fortuna](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Secreto-La-Fortuna.h12860234.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Monte Real](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Hotel-Monte-Real.h10203312.Hotel-Information) > > [Socialtel La Fortuna](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Selina-La-Fortuna.h19237432.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Tamarindo-Hotels-Hotel-Tamarindo-Diria-Beach-Resort.h1108151.Hotel-Information) > > [Lost Iguana Resort and Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Lost-Iguana-Resort-And-Spa.h1174121.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Linda Vista](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Hotel-Linda-Vista.h7064176.Hotel-Information) > > [Blue River Resort & Hot Springs](https://www.expedia.ca/Guayabo-Hotels-Blue-River-Resort-Hot-Springs.h3969358.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Las Colinas](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Hotel-Las-Colinas.h4223949.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs](https://www.expedia.ca/Penas-Blancas-Hotels-Heliconias-Nature-Lodge.h8386216.Hotel-Information) > > [Wyndham Tamarindo](https://www.expedia.ca/Tamarindo-Hotels-Wyndham-Tamarindo.h10356916.Hotel-Information) > > [Villas Playa Samara Beach Front Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Samara-Hotels-Villas-Playa-Samara-Beach-Front-Resort.h888268.Hotel-Information) > > [Arenal History Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Arenal-History-Inn.h17866818.Hotel-Information) > > [Hideaway Rio Celeste](https://www.expedia.ca/Katira-Hotels-Hotel-Rio-Celeste-Hideaway.h3858533.Hotel-Information) > > [Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Arenal-Observatory-Lodge-Spa.h11820519.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Jaco Beach All-Inclusive Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Jaco-Hotels-Best-Western-Jaco-Beach-All-Inclusive-Resort.h54703.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Boutique Casa Del Rio](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Casa-Del-Rio.h27603041.Hotel-Information) > > [Bodhi Tree Yoga Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Nosara-Hotels-Bodhi-Tree-Yoga-Resort.h10650362.Hotel-Information) > > [Arenal Montechiari Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Arenal-Montechiari-Hotel.h6986430.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Magic Mountain SPA & Conference center](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Hotel-Magic-Mountain-SPA-Conference-Center.h1636277.Hotel-Information) > > [Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.ca/Samara-Hotels-Azura-Beach-Resort-All-Inclusive-Adults-Only.h20586535.Hotel-Information) > > [Rio Perdido Hotel & Thermal River](https://www.expedia.ca/Fortuna-Hotels-Rio-Perdido-Hotel-Thermal-River.h6371123.Hotel-Information) > > [El Silencio Lodge and Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Toro-Amarillo-Hotels-El-Silencio-Lodge-And-Spa.h3940524.Hotel-Information) > > [The Retreat Costa Rica - Wellness Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Atenas-Hotels-The-Retreat-Costa-Rica-Wellness-Resort-Spa.h10447279.Hotel-Information) > > [Eco Arenal Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Eco-Arenal-Hotel.h5964265.Hotel-Information) > > [Jardín del Edén Boutique Hotel - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.ca/Tamarindo-Hotels-Jardin-Del-Eden-Boutique-Hotel-Adults-Only.h2818928.Hotel-Information)