Banana Bay Marina sits right on the waterfront, offering a peaceful getaway complete with four beach bars and a coffee shop. Visitors can snorkel, scuba dive, or relax on clean beaches. Past guests particularly appreciate the attentive staff.
Located in Golfito, Banana Bay Marina is near the airport and on the waterfront. Piedras Blancas National Park and Golfo Dulce reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Casa Orquideas Botanical Garden and Precious Turtles of Osa. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours. Visit our Golfito travel guide
Km 2, Casa Amarilla, Golfito, Puntarenas, 192-60701
What's nearby
Port Captain
4 min drive - 3.2 km
Golfito Marina
4 min drive - 3.2 km
Playa Cacao
17 min drive - 7.2 km
Rio Coto Mangroves
27 min drive - 14.2 km
Piedras Blancas National Park
34 min drive - 18.7 km
Getting around
Golfito (GLF)
8 min drive
Restaurants
Restaurante La Playa
3 min drive
Restaurante Buenos Días
8 min walk
Complejo Turistico El Imperio
18 min drive
Chicken Bros
9 min walk
Restaurante Mar y Luna
3 min drive
About this property
Banana Bay Marina
Hotel on the waterfront
You can look forward to a marina, 4 beach bars and a coffee shop/cafe at Banana Bay Marina. Active travellers can enjoy amenities, such as scuba diving and snorkelling, at this hotel. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Restaurante Banana Bay, offers lunch and dinner. Dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks such as:
A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
Concierge services, smoke-free property and luggage storage
Tour/ticket information
Room features
All guest rooms at Banana Bay Marina include comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with showers
Plasma TVs with cable channels
Wardrobes/cupboards, ceiling fans and daily housekeeping
24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Beach shuttle (surcharge)
Limited on-site parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
4 beach bars
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
Bilge Bar and grill
Restaurante Banana Bay
Things to do
Scuba diving
Snorkelling
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Marina
On the bay
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift (single-level property)
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
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1 floor
Built in 1996
Smoke-free property
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
Plasma TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Limited room service
More
Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternative location: [Restaurante]
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: USD 400 per vehicle (one-way)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Property is also known as
Banana Bay Marina Hotel Golfito
Banana Bay Marina Hotel
Banana Bay Marina Golfito
Banana Bay Marina
Banana Bay Marina Costa Rica/Golfito
Banana Bay Marina Hotel
Banana Bay Marina Golfito
Banana Bay Marina Hotel Golfito
Frequently asked questions
Is Banana Bay Marina pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Banana Bay Marina?
As of 6 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Banana Bay Marina on 11 Mar 2026 start from HK$507, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Banana Bay Marina?
Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at Banana Bay Marina?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM.
What time is check-out at Banana Bay Marina?
Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Does Banana Bay Marina provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 400 per vehicle applies.
Where is Banana Bay Marina located?
Situated on the waterfront, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Golfo Dulce and Refugio Nacional de Fauna Silvestre Golfito. Fortunato Atencio Stadium and Port Captain are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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Reviews
Banana Bay Marina Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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This place was a beautiful getaway for an amazing price! The staff was very friendly and helpful and recommended a nice boat tour for our family. The over water deck was so calm and relaxing. Definitely recommend this place!
The location was very convenient, clean and right on the water. I liked that the room was so close to the dining area and bar-just steps away. The view was beautiful.
This is a quiet property in a good location for walking around town. Jessica at check in was very nice , helpful and informative. The restaurant there was good and the Fish Hook next door was also very good. The hotel is partially built on cement posts over the water so it is nice to sit on the deck and enjoy the view and watch the fishing boats come and go.
Property was great, overlooking the marina. We stayed in the suite, and had a private deck over the water. The room was spacious and clean. The staff was super attentive and made the stay very enjoyable. As others noted, it is a long walk to town. But, taxis are everywhere and there is plenty of parking in town if you have a car.
Rogue
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
Phillip
28 Nov 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the ocean view room with private balcony, and it was beautiful. All very clean. Very nice staff. the restaurant was ok but not great, although the manager was kind.
The hotel is on a very busy and fast main road and parking is limited and no nearby options. We did really enjoy our stay.
Such a lovely place we happened upon! Customer service was warm and friendly! Everything was wonderful! Comfy beds, hot shower, great amenities, delicious restaurant, friendly staff, and delightful view! Thank you!
The staff was super friendly, rooms are clean and comfortable. We fished two days with a guide recommended by Banana bay staff. We caught a ton of fish and brought them back to be cooked in a variety of different ways. The locals are friendly the staff s friendly. We will be back soon
Stay in the suite so that you get (the only) view of the bay. The room was clean, working AC, lots of room to spread out, and access to a nice deck. Staff were friendly, though caution: laundry is $8 per bag, so even if you have tiny bags that altogether would make up just one load of laundry, you could end up paying $$$. We ate at the nearby restaurant Mar y Arena (twice!) and loved it so much. We also booked a dolphin/snorkel tour that easily picked us up at the hotel's own boat dock.
victoria
10/10 Excellent
Bernal
25 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Habitación cómoda y limpia. Pero lo que más me gusto fue la tranquilidad y el atardecer desde los corredores fue Perfecto. Hay kayacs disponibles para navegar pasivamente en el golfo.
The hotel is located right in front of major highway, yet very quiet. The minus were the beds, they need to be replace. The service was one of the best that I have experienced in Costa Rica.