Hello everyone. Just want to let you know that during a two week stay in the dominical area of Costa Rica a group of five friends and I had an amazing stay at the Mar y Selva eco-lodge. During our trip we stayed in five different hotels and Mar y Selva was surely the most accommodating and exuded genuine kindness... more

An awesome ecolodge with owners who are very involved, can see the time and love they've put into it. I saw the most crazy insects here in this lush jungle ecolodge than all of Costa Rica! Very relaxing, nice accommodations. Very clean and comfortable. A great experience for someone looking for a bit of remoteness and beauty. more

Mar y Selva Ecolodge is a little jewel along the southern coast. From our cabin in the jungle, we watched capuchin monkeys. Only a short walk up to the main house gave us a view of the ocean. We hiked behind the lodge and saw all kinds of wildlife. The whole staff was friendly and helpful. Martha, one of the... more

So, this review needs a preface. I can certainly see how this place would be a great vacation for some. The property is beautiful, the rooms are very nice, and the view from the Ecolodge is one of the best in the world. If you are looking to sit by a nice pool in the sun, enjoy. That being said,... more

Mar y Selva is a full-service ecolodge on a hillside facing the ocean. The view from the main building (which has a long second floor balcony with chairs) is breathtaking. Make sure to be on the balcony at sunset. The rooms are clean and uncluttered. Each room has a comfortable futon and a queen-size bed, a private bath (some have... more

If you are looking for an excellent choice for your Eco-tourism experience Jim and Marta's lodge and cabins are an excellent choice. I have stayed in many parts of Costa Rica on my visits and for a true Eco-toursim experience this is the best place for for viewing wildlife and comfort. All the facilites including the cabins are new, clean... more

We had a few days of work in San Jose and decided about a week in advance to add on a visit to the Marina Ballena area. I have a prejudice here: I proposed to my amiga (she said yes) on the deck of Bungalow 10 so Mar Y Selva will always be a special place to us. We also... more

Very nice, clean. Excellently managed! Owners are caring about guests (e.g. counting returning cars at night, asking actively about feedback). Good tips for excursions. Centrally located to visit southern and mid Pacific. Would return and can strongly recommend the place!!! more

Staying at Mar Y Selva was both relaxing and exciting. The surroundings are peaceful with the view of the ocean and sounds of various birds. The staff was gracious and professional. The facilites are clean, comfortable and first rate. Suggested tours were impeccable and I experienced a tremendous amount of joy from my trip. I highly recommend Mar Y Selva... more