We were offered a wine list with their suggenting $50 bottles. We said it was more than we were willing to pay. We asked for $35 wines, selected one. The bottle was delivered, quickly displayed, then decanted. When we got the bill they had switched the wines (we did not notice in the excitement of the evening), to a bottle costing $140. Bottom line, we refused to pay $140, refused to pay $70 as was suggensted. We ended up paying $35. Watch them.

I made a reservation through Expedia for one night in January at the Resort Martino. I've stayed before and really like the place. A few weeks before I left for Costa Rica, the Resort Martino called me and said there had been a mistake. They didn't have a room. Since I had already paid through Expedia, they offered to book me into the San Jose Marriott and pay for it. They then sent me a confirmed reservation at the Marriott. When I got to the Marriott, however, they said that I would have to pay for the room since the Martino had only reserved it. I then called then called the Martino who now said I would have to come over there because they DID have a room. When I got there, the manager offered no explanation, apology or offer to pay for my taxi from the Marriott. The bottom line---don't trust a reservation here. These guys are playing fast and loose with their booking policies.

We took our 14 year old grandson to Costa Rica to see the Rainforest. We chose Club Martino for its location and ambiance. My grandson, Cory loved the nature walk, the activities, pool, internet and game room. I was made to feel special at the SPA and the resort. The owner, Adriano Martino, and his staff was extremly welcoming, helpful and catered to our every need. Even though the beds were not our "pillow top" at home, they were comfortable. The room was spacious even tho we have extra bed for Cory. I would highly recommend Club Martino. I personally felt the food was extremly good, service excellent.

I am in a wheelchair and I was never made to feel disabled. Their treatment of me was special and appreciated. I have never felt so "welcomed" by a hotel staff. FIVE STARS TO CLUB MARTINO

We had the villa for two nights, which was perfect for our group of 5 adults--twin bunks and a full sized bed in one room w/tv & wardrobe, and a king-sized bed, kitchenette, and another tv in the main room. The grounds are beautiful to stroll. I've read some of the negative reviews and feel that I have to mention that because Costa Rica is tropical, you're more than likely to find damp sheets and insects ubiquitous. We stayed in several 4-star hotels throughout the country and found that to be the case, not just at Martino.

The staff is very accomodating. They picked us up at the airport. The spa staff was happy to give us a tour of their facilities which includes a fully-equipped gym. And while the lady at the front desk was busy, she was very helpful, finding us another car rental company, when ours reneged on our reservation. Breakfast was also a very nice spread.

Only caveat is, we were there at the tail end of the wet season when they seemed somewhat understaffed. There was the occasional delay for some of our requests, but they were always met to our satisfaction.