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Mavi Surf Hotel

3.0 star property

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Relax by the pool in a serene outdoor space with a thatched roof and lush surroundings.
Enjoy meals in this cozy dining area with a table for two, featuring a vase with a flower, a plate of fresh fruit, and a jar of treats.
Situated on a grassy area, this hotel offers ocean views.
Relax in a serene garden setting with a thatched-roof structure, hammock, and patio.
Guests can enjoy serene ocean views while practicing yoga on the outdoor space.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
275 m SW & 90 m SE of BCR, Ballena, Puntarenas
  • Playa Dominical
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Hacienda Baru
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Nauyaca Waterfalls
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Quepos (XQP)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium Studio, Pool View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi

Premium Studio, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About this property

Mavi Surf Hotel

Salt air and outdoor pool, near Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free bed & breakfast has a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, concierge services and a library.
Mavi Surf Hotel offers 8 accommodations with a safe and free toiletries. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This individually decorated accommodation includes twin sofa beds. Beds feature premium bedding. This Ballena bed & breakfast provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Recreational amenities at the bed & breakfast include an outdoor pool.

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

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Mavi Surf Hotel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Playa Dominical. Free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking are available.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Free self-parking
  • Grab something to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons and a 2-minute drive from Hacienda Baru
  • Airport and local-area shuttle service available for a fee
Along with a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Mavi Surf Hotel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Mediterranean Ballena bed & breakfast is smoke free.

Guests are served a free continental breakfast daily from 7 AM to 9 AM.
On-site venue – This restaurant only serves breakfast. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

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 to 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
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • 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 bathroom
  • 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 provided

Food and drink

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

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 staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Mavi Surf Hotel

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Mavi Surf Hotel offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. The front desk at this property is open daily from 8 AM - 8:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Mavi Surf Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 102 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clinton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kavi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay – it was very comfortable and felt almost like home. The owners were welcoming, helpful, and thoughtful, even preparing a breakfast for our early departure. The location was great, just a short walk to the town, beach, and supermarket. Bonus: Penelope the cat added some feisty character!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners might be the nicest people I’ve ver met. And the breakfast every morning was perfect fuel for the morning surf sessions! Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

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

Katey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owners went out of their way to make me comfortable and be a resource for me to have an easy and pleasant stay. Rooms were comfortable and clean, and had a porch space with a hammock and seating area. I’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment I arrived and checked in, the owners Barbara and Max made me feel welcome and at home. It was about an hour before posted check in time but they said, “no problem come on in.” Walking through the front gate is like being transported to a parallel universe where the form, function, aesthetic, and vibe of the environment and staff all work together in harmony to provide a stellar experience for the guest. The grounds are immaculate and the walk to my room was accompanied by a pleasant delivery of useful information by one of the hosts, Max. The room was exceptionally clean and well designed for space and function within that space. There seemed to be a place for everything so it was easy to settle in and easily find a place to put everything for access during my stay. Each room has its own little patio area out front with a small table/chairs for dining, two large relaxing chairs with cup holders, and a hammock for ultra relaxing. The landscaping provides a sense of privacy within an open shared pool area, which really adds to the comfort factor. House rules posted are to ensure a pleasant, relaxing, and safe stay for all guests. And for a property that is a ~mere 5 minute walk from the beach and main drag of a little beach/surf town, it’s nice to have this little microcosm of peace and quite so accessible to the “action” if and when one chooses to engage what’s available outside the serene space of Mavi Surf Hotel. Well done!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay at Mavi Surf Hotel! Max and Barbara are incredibly kind, caring, and accommodating! They made us feel welcomed in their space and we enjoyed all our interactions with them. The breakfast is delicious, the pool is perfect, and the gardens afford lots of incredible opportunities to view birds and pollinators. We forgot our binoculars and Max lent us his to use during our stay! On my birthday, we saw a flock of fiery-billed aracari in a nearby tree and were able to watch them while enjoying our breakfast. Mavi is also conveniently located near the beach and surf break! Overall, it was all good vibes at Mavi and we cannot wait to visit again in the future! We cannot recommend this place enough! Thank you so much Max & Barbara for all you did to make our stay so wonderful :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed staying at Mavi. Barbara and Max were very nice, helpful, and attentive as needed. The place is comfortable, clean, and relaxing. The free breakfast was delicious and full of options (especially enjoyed the homemade granola and fresh fruits) I loved having our own little patio, table and chairs and hammock. It was a two minute walk to the beach and town, just down a quiet dirt road. Street Parking, just outside of the secure hotel area, was easy. I would most definitely stay here again. Pura Vida! Beth and Louis
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Massimiliano and Barbara are simply the best! So, very grateful for our new friendship.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean and everyone was helpful, cheerful, and hospitable. Everything we needed was right at hand, and the overall environment at the hotel was inviting, relaxing, and peaceful. Our stay at Mavi Hotel was very enjoyable!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I truly loved my time at this hotel, The owners live onsite and are some of the nicest people I have ever met in my life. The hotel grounds are incredibly kept and everything is just beautiful. The room has a big and really comfortable king size bed with actual comfortable pillows which is a huge bonus. Even the towels at this hotel are soft and comfortable much much better then the average hotel. Loved that there is also a private patio with a hammock outside each room, this was by far the best hotel I have stayed at in a very long time. Very peaceful and quiet hotel but also very convenient as it is only 5 min walk to all the shops near by and to my favorite Gelato/Frozen yogurt store. Only few minutes walk to the Ocean which was just amazing way to start each morning with a nice long walk on the beach. The hotel also offers a complimentary breakfast each morning, which was great to return from a relaxing long walk to have some fresh breakfast. Overall the family and staff that run this hotel are just incredible and honestly some of the nicest people I have ever met. This small boutique hotel delivers better service than most of the million dollar hotel chains deliver. I will always stay here when I come to dominical and I highly recommend and have been recommending to many people already that they stay here so they can truly enjoy paradise in the most peaceful and relaxing environment. One last big thank you to the owners :) Look forward to seeing you guys again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love this place

The Italian family who runs and own Mavi are super friendly and you can feel they like what they do. Anyone traveling to this area I can recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022