Stay in this clean and comfortable room where you can literally step out the door into our saltwater infinity pool and enjoy breathtaking views over the Pacific Ocean. Situated on a hill, it will be your own Oasis above the hustle and bustle of town, yet within walking distance to restaurants, stores and more importantly our world-class beach. Being located within a hotel means you will the get the more costumer-oriented service and security associated with it and have a worry-free holiday. The room is located in Casa MarBella, a boutique style hotel in Santa Teresa, situated on a mountain slope on the Pacific Coast. The casa provides panoramic ocean views and is surrounded by jungle. It’s centrally located in the jungle town and is within walking distance to stores and some of the notable restaurants in the area. Most importantly, you can walk to the beach in 5 minutes (Playa Carmen). - The Room - This Standard Room comes with soundproof windows and door, A/C, king-size bed, private bathroom, and kitchenette. The room overlooks the infinity pool and Pacific Ocean. The décor of room is a minimalist approach with a tropical touch. It accommodates up to two people. For children 12 and up. - The Hotel - The hotel is essentially 1 grand villa consisting of 8 separate and unique units surrounding an infinity pool overlooking the coast (“sunset view”) and the Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve, the first national park in Costa Rica. It has 4 different typologies of rooms for your different needs and group sizes. It offers unique accommodation in Santa Teresa for those seeking the service, safety, and privacy of individual hotel rooms, yet the intimacy of a private villa. Reservations can be made for individual hotel rooms or for full hotel rental, depending on what you are looking for. Although, the area itself is renowned for its consistent surf breaks which some are within walking distance from the property, there are plenty of other attractions that draw guests. These include hiking, yoga, canopy tours, dining, and so much more. We even have our own private ocean view yoga terrace, where we keep mats for private practice. You don’t even need to leave the hotel to enjoy watching wildlife in their natural habitat. Amongst others, you can see howler monkeys, iguanas, and a variety of bird species. Moreover, we have a private access to the restaurant next door that literally steps away and has a spectacular sunset view. Come and enjoy a relaxing holiday in our jungle home. Where the jungle reaches the sea. Where monkeys can be seen hanging out in trees and eating fresh fruit. Where t-shirts, board shorts, and the optional flip-flops are the official attire. Where televisions are replaced with books and card games. Where everyday finishes with stunning sunsets enjoyed from the beach or your favorite sunset bar. Come enjoy the experience of Santa Teresa in our very own Casa MarBella - A Hillside Retreat Experience. We want our hotel to be your home while your visiting. You will have exclusive access to the bedroom and its private bathroom. Additionally, you will have shared access to all hotel common areas, which include the Infinity Pool and Whirlpool, Sun Deck, Ocean View Yoga Deck, Honor Bar Area and Reception Area. Reception is open daily from 8am to 6pm. We will worry about things like daily cleaning, transportation and activities so you can just focus on having a great holiday. We are centrally located in Playa Carmen, but situated on a hill above the town, within walking distance to various restaurants and commerce; the closest grocery store is less than a 5 minute walk away and the closest beach access is a 5 minute walk. Also we are a 10 minute walk to the 3 ATMs and 2 banks in town. You can walk to most nearby places, do note that due to the location of the hotel you need to climb a steep hill. 4x4 is highly recommended if you decide to rent-a-car, renting an ATV is also a great option to get around. - This room is only for ages 12 and Up. - A 4x4 is highly recommended for the roads in the area and to get up our hill Casa MarBella Covid-19 preventive measures: Dear valued guest, In this time of uncertainty with the progression of the COVID-19 outbreak, Casa MarBella assures you that your safety and comfort remain our prime concern. Our thoughts are with those who are affected by this virus and those who are caring for them. Below you will find an update on what we are doing to ensure your wellbeing when you stay with us. These measures were implemented in accordance with the Center for Control Disease (CDC), and local and national health authorities. Guest & Employee Health: Antibacterial hand-sanitizing stations placed throughout public areas with additional signage reminding everyone of important health and hygiene protocols such as handwashing and physical distance. Physical contact will be minimized and touchless greetings will be encouraged. Employee Protocols: All of our staff have received thorough training on our enhanced protocols, in addition to training on identifying any flu or virus-like symptoms and following a firm procedure on reporting to a medical official. Furthermore, employees will be closely monitored for any symptoms (including a temperature reading) on a daily basis, and will be required to wear the appropriate PPE (personal protective equipment) based on their roles and responsibilities. They have also been instructed to stay home if not feeling well, and do not require a doctor’s note. Cleaning Protocols and Sanitation: We use cleaning products that are approved for use and effective against viruses, bacteria and other airborne and bloodborne pathogens. We have increased the frequency of deep-cleaning and disinfecting all common areas, public spaces and guest rooms (in addition to back of house areas) with an emphasis on high-contact surfaces such as front desk check-in counters, door handles, public bathrooms, room keys and locks, handrails, tables, seating areas, pool chairs and more. Additionally the frequency of air filter replacement and HVAC system cleaning has been increased. Physical Distancing: Guests and employees are instructed to practice physical distancing by standing 1,8 meters away from other groups who are not traveling with them. Moreover, the use of common areas will be limited and may need to be reserved in advance. Guest Experience: Every step of the guest’s journey has its own set of defined protocols that will ensure the safety and wellbeing of our guests and employees, while maintaining the level of service that you have come to expect. For your convenience below you will find a brief summary of things you should be aware of when preparing for your arrival. We encourage you to contact us if you have any additional questions. Beach hours: Until July 11th they will only be open daily from 5 am to 9:30 am. Driving restrictions: There are some driving restrictions in place depending on your license plate. However, if you have proof of having a hotel reservation you can drive on the restricted days. Sanitary filter: You will be asked to have your temperature measured with an infrared thermometer. Any person presenting a fever (38°C) will be denied entrance in the hotel premises. We will also ask you to please remove your shoes and leave them at the entrance. Hotel public areas: Areas such as the pool and the yoga deck might have different operating hours than normal. Additionally they have a maximum capacity and depending on the hotel occupancy, might need to be reserved in advance. Furthermore, the use of pool towels is mandatory for our loungers. Guest Rooms: In order to avoid unnecessary contact with surfaces, we have removed some decorative items in the rooms as well as unnecessary bedspreads, pillows and things alike. The light daily cleaning service is optional. Our front desk staff will ask you upon arrival if you want this service or not. Frontdesk services: Please note that operating hours might be different. Physical access to the reception area might be limited. Additionally contactless payment methods are preferred. As we continue to closely monitor this developing situation, we will keep you informed and keep your safety and wellbeing at the forefront of everything we do. We thank you for your continued patience and trust, and we look forward to welcoming you at Casa MarBella.