Situated in Matapalo, 600 metres from Matapalo Beach and 37 km from Manuel Antonio National Park, Raya features spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi. This bed and breakfast offers free private parking and luggage storage space. The bed and breakfast has facilities for disabled guests. The unit has soundproofing and a walk-in shower. The bed and breakfast offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service. A selection of options including fresh pastries, fruits and juice is available for the continental breakfast. A minimarket is available at the bed and breakfast. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden. Marina Pez Vela is 31 km from Raya, while Rainmaker Costa Rica is 49 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast info

Continental

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
7.5
High score for Matapalo
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  • Stephen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Raya is a relatively new place run by its enthusiastic owners, who were very keen to try to ensure that you had a good stay. We were here for three nights and the other seven apartments were mostly occupied at the same time. The design of the...
  • Saulo
    Canada Canada
    Everything was impeccably clean. The room is spacious and cozy. The bed is a king size and very comfy. The breakfast is served at your door - in previous day you just need to inform your breakfast options and time of delivery. The hotel is a brand...
  • Kevin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The owners were so lovely, giving us great recommendations and tips for where to go and what to do. Very helpful overall to make our stay comfortable. Great breakfast and delicious waffles. It's a new hotel, nicely designed, and you can tell they...
Quality rating
This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Hosted by Philipp und Kamila

9.6
9.6
Host review score
Host review score

Philipp und Kamila
Discover our modern Bed & Breakfast, just a 4-minute walk from the beautiful sandy beach of Playa Matapalo. In each room you will find a comfortable king-size bed, quiet and efficient air conditioning and an adjustable ceiling fan. A spacious fridge is also provided. Wooden bedside tables and a spacious wardrobe provide storage space for personal belongings. Enjoy relaxing on your 16 square metre private terrace. A table with two chairs, where we serve your breakfast, and two hanging chairs invite you to relax. Free Wi-Fi is available in the rooms and on the terrace. We serve a delicious breakfast with homemade bread and jam as well as homemade waffles.
We are Dr. Kamila Szlachta and Dr. Philipp Klug, the proud hosts of your home in Playa Matapalo, Costa Rica. Let us tell you how our journey led us here. Kamila was born in Poland and came to Germany with her parents as a child. After studying chemistry in Bochum and completing her doctorate in Hamburg, she ventured into the business sector. There she worked as a medical writer and in special sales for renowned companies. Today she is a freelance medical writer. Philipp, who was born in Berlin and grew up in the Ruhr region, studied biochemistry in Bochum and also completed his doctorate in Hamburg. After his time in research, he also switched to the business sector, where he worked for 12 years as an account manager for international medical technology companies. During our travels around the world, we discovered our passion for tropical climes and especially for life by the warm ocean. Our love for surfing developed over the years until it became an integral part of our lives. Although we have visited many different countries, we were always drawn back to Costa Rica and Matapalo became our place of longing. After more than 10 visits as tourists and making friends with the local community, we decided to leave our hectic lives in Germany behind and start a new adventure in Costa Rica. And here we are, looking forward to sharing our passion for this beautiful country with you. We sincerely hope that you feel at home with us and enjoy Costa Rica as much as we do. Your stay at our Bed & Breakfast in Playa Matapalo promises not only relaxation and adventure, but also a warm welcome to our very own corner of paradise. We look forward to meeting you soon.
This picturesque kilometre-long beach, free of rocks and stones, invites you to take relaxing walks and offers you the opportunity to explore the local flora and fauna. Our special highlight is the proximity to the area of the famous Manuel Antonio National Park, which is not open to the public and borders directly on Matapalo. Many of the animals that live in the national park can also be observed here in Matapalo. Monkeys, macaws, toucans and sloths live in the trees on the beach. With a bit of luck, you may even spot dolphins, whales and turtles. During the nesting season, our beach is a favourite place for sea turtles to lay their eggs. Matapalo is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of the tourist hotspots. Here, the crowds are unknown and you can experience the true meaning of peace and relaxation. Thanks to our central location, Matapalo is an excellent starting point for day trips along the southern Pacific coast of Costa Rica. From Manuel Antonio to Corcovado National Park and the lively surfing town of Dominical, everything is within easy reach. Even inland destinations such as the Nauyaca waterfalls and Chirripó National Park are within easy reach from here. Although Matapalo has retained its original charm, we still offer you plenty of dining options, including four restaurants and several "sodas" (local snack bars). Our central location means you can easily walk to two restaurants and a small supermarket, while the other restaurants and sodas are within 1.2 kilometres of the village. We recommend travelling by rental car, as there are no ATMs, taxis or nearby bus stops (1.3 km away) in Matapalo. Despite its remoteness, more and more tourists travelling the country by bus have recently found their way here to experience the beauty of our tranquil beach. Matapalo is also a real insider tip for surfers. While the line-up in Dominical gets more and more crowded when the waves are good, you will still find unspoilt surf spots in Matapalo.
Languages spoken: German,English,Spanish

Property surroundings

Facilities of Raya
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
Activities
  • Beach
  • Water sport facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Snorkelling
  • Horse riding
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Minimarket on site
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Mosquito net
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Soundproofing
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Fan
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Hearing accessible
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules

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Check-in

From 14:00 to 18:00

Check-out

From 07:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
US$15 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 15 years
Extra bed upon request
US$15 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 06:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

FAQs about Raya

  • Raya offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Snorkelling
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Beach
    • Horse riding
    • Water sport facilities on site

  • Guests staying at Raya can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental

  • Room options at Raya include:

    • Double

  • The prices at Raya may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Raya is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Raya is 950 yards from the centre of Matapalo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.