CASITAS MARAIKA HOTEL & BEACH CLUB, PUERTO VALLARTA, Puerto Vallarta
About the Hotel
Casitas Maraika Hotel & Beach Club, Puerto Vallarta - A Beachfront Jungle Retreat with Sea Views, Local Cuisine, and Pet-Friendly Policies
Nestled in a jungle hillside overlooking the ocean, Casitas Maraika Hotel & Beach Club, Puerto Vallarta offers a 3-star beachfront experience with open-air, rustic accommodations and private balconies. The hotel features family rooms with garden or sea views, each equipped with a work desk, free toiletries, and parquet floors. The on-site restaurant serves local cuisine with a creative menu that includes grilled avocado salad, pork taquitos, and vegetarian options, alongside a bar with a signature drink. Guests can enjoy live music, themed dinner nights, and a variety of activities such as yoga, snorkeling, and hiking. The spa provides massages, an open-air bath, and wellness packages. Casitas Maraika Hotel & Beach Club, Puerto Vallarta is located a 6-minute walk from Las Animas Beach, 26 km from Lic. Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Airport, and 26 km from Puerto Vallarta International Convention Center. Free Wi-Fi is available in all rooms, and the hotel offers concierge service, currency exchange, and 24-hour security. Family-friendly amenities include board games, kids' meals, and family rooms, while business travelers can use meeting/banquet facilities and the tour desk. Casitas Maraika Hotel & Beach Club, Puerto Vallarta also provides room service, a paid shuttle to the airport, and is pet-friendly. The hotel is accessible only by boat or a scenic hike, offering a peaceful, secluded atmosphere away from the busy city. Guests have praised the food, including dishes like pork taquitos and ginger lemonade, and noted whale sightings from the property. The staff is described as welcoming and attentive, and the beachfront setting is considered stunning.
Pros
Beachfront location accessible only by boat or hike, offering privacy and tranquility.
Exceptional on-site restaurant with praised dishes like pork taquitos and grilled avocado salad.
Open-air, rustic rooms provide a unique jungle experience with views of the sea and nature.
The staff is consistently described as friendly and helpful.
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms and pet-friendly policies.
Cons
The beach at the property can be busy with water taxi traffic and non-guests, with loud music from a DJ at times.
Rooms are open-air with no doors or windows, which may not suit all travelers.
Must-do experiences
- Savor fresh ceviche at Mariscos Tico for authentic flavors.
- Take a sunset walk along the Malecon for stunning ocean views.
- Visit the beautiful Vallarta Botanical Gardens for nature trails.
- Explore the lively Mercado Municipal for local crafts and snacks.
- Attend a cultural show at Teatro Vallarta for vibrant entertainment.
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Facilities
General
- Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- Concierge desk
- Pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Currency exchange
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Snorkelling
- Hiking
- Yoga class
- Fishing
Services
- Paid shuttle service
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Dinner
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Board games
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Spa & wellness centre
- Full body massage
- Open-air bath
- Public Bath
Room features
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Dining table
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Room decor
- Parquet floor