Name: Marea Sol Hotel
Address: 301 Beach Street, Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, California, United States of America, Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz County, US
Price range: $113–$518 per night
Rating: 8.55

What guests think

At Marea Sol Hotel, travelers consistently praise the walkable beach-and-Boardwalk location, friendly staff, and generally clean, modern rooms, while noting tight paid parking, intermittent noise, and a small, unheated pool.

Rooms range from compact to spacious suites with balconies and beach views; guests report variable mattress or pillow comfort, occasional smart‑TV or bathroom door issues, and that some 'partial ocean view' descriptions are limited by nearby construction. Facilities include a rooftop deck and a small cafe, but there is no breakfast service and the pool is modest and unheated. Expect a convenient beachside base with strong access and a few trade‑offs.

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Facilities

Parking is limited, tight, and paid, with some guests resorting to street parking. A small unheated pool, a rooftop deck, and an on‑site cafe are available, but overall amenities are modest.

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Lisa

Jul 27, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice newer property but you could hear other guests as the rooms aren’t very sound proof. Small pool with algae around it. Staff was nice.

10

Martin

Apr 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good staff on property in a recently renovated hotel. Location is great across the street from the beach. Nice deck on the roof.

8

Glenn

Nov 19, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Parking is a ripoff otherwise great spot. Room small

10

Brooke

Nov 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Front desk staff was very welcoming. Rooms were clean. The kids did jump in the pool, but wished it was heated. Location was amazing! Would recommend and stay again!

8

Margarita

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice location, ocean view room nice but weekends noisy. NOT breakfast. Room very small for 4 people. Easy to check in and out. Staff very nice. Swimming pool, small and cold and doesn’t have a children pool

10

Jeremiah

Oct 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I would definitely stay here again. Great location, clean and comfortable. Despite being right across from the Boardwalk, the room was well insulated against outside noise. Views from the room and rooftop balcony were lovely. My complaints are minimal but may make a difference for other travelers: onsite food options were limited and it was not easy to load or unload luggage from the parking lot.

8

Crystal

Jul 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property is in a great location to the boardwalk. The room is small but quiet. The pool is very small. Overall it a nice hotel. The price is a little high for this hotel.

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lori

Aug 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room smelled clean when we first came in but the shower floor was dirty with hair and sand. There was no turn down service after our first night and we needed to ask for clean towels. They advertised rooms with balconies but we did not have. Pool is super small. The roof top lounge is nice.

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Phil

Nov 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very Clean room, newly renovated hotel, the entire hotel smelled wonderful and clean, However......the parking issue was terrible. One way in to the lobby....then you have to back out the same way with on one-way lane. Only maybe 10 spots in the hotel lobby parking area parking then you ave to drive around the block for additional parking. No way should they charge $25 for terrible parking situation There is no signage for parking and nothoing indicating one-way exit info. Better off parking on the street.

10

constantin

Jun 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great mini hotel in Santa Cruz beach. Clean, did not smell anything weird, felt safe, had room to park the car. The café had the best croissants.

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Cleanliness

Reviews frequently describe the property and rooms as very clean and recently updated. A few guests reported lapses such as sandy floors, odors, or missed towel service.

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Luis

Aug 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Coffee maker was not cleaned properly. It had mold. Walk in shower leak. Not soundproof. We could hear all noise coming from other rooms. We can hear ourselves walking in the hallways. Parking was horrible. I have an SUV and parking was only one way in and out. Couldn’t even do a U-turn with out moving our car back and forth multiple times. Very small parking lot.

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Julie

Dec 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean, staff were great.

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Zachary

Apr 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The location was nice. When we checked in we were short a pillow and only had 1 bath towel when we went to the front desk to ask for additional they informed us the hotel was full and they could not give us additional. It was a tough stay with multiple people one towel and the floors were dirty our socks were very dark after walking on the floors.

10

Jessica

Sep 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beds were comfy. Room was very nice. Overall cleaniness was great. Floors could use a good sweep and mopping before new guests.

10

Donald

Dec 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The location was convenient, the room was clean and the motel was pleasant

10

Stephanie

Dec 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean

10

Chelsea

Nov 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean room, great bang for your buck! Also, the vicinity to the beach.

8

Jonathan

Dec 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room , nice staff

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benito

Jul 18, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

parking is not easy. found sand in sheets had to request clean sheets.

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lori

Aug 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room smelled clean when we first came in but the shower floor was dirty with hair and sand. There was no turn down service after our first night and we needed to ask for clean towels. They advertised rooms with balconies but we did not have. Pool is super small. The roof top lounge is nice.

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Rooms

Modern rooms range from small standard spaces to larger suites with balconies and beach views. Guests mention variable bed or pillow comfort, occasional smart‑TV or bathroom door issues, and that some 'partial ocean view' rooms are limited by nearby construction.

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Anthony

Oct 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Small rooms and small beds, great view

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Joeyneil

Nov 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Smalls room but nice decor

6

Leslie H

Oct 23, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean hotel, but pretty basic and noisy. Close to the beach, so that noise was to be expected. But the walls are thin enough that I could hear conversations and even a snoring neighbor. I know you get what you pay for but I suggest you interpret "Deluxe" and "partial ocean view" liberally. Staff couldn't really do much about most, although everyone was nice.

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Julie

Sep 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and spacious rooms. Convenient to the beach

10

Johnny

Jan 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Partial ocean view is very partial if you move the bed right up to the window

10

Amanda

Dec 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful staff! Katrina, specifically, was phemomenal. She gave great recommendations and had a infectious, welcoming vibe! Rooms were clean, beautiful, comfortable, and fantastic views.

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Michelle

Aug 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The decor is very cute. This is a new ish hotel and everything is pretty nice. Coffeemaker , sliding glass bathroom door, nice showers, good smelling natural botanical soaps, nice tv n services, comfy beds not luxurious bedding but decent.

10

Michelle

Dec 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Loved the suite room. Great location and well priced.

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Patrick

Aug 29, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Everything was great EXCEPT the people above us were so heavy footed all night long. Sleep was hard for this reason. Also the only microwave and ice machine was in lobby only, microwave not in room. I don’t believe that was stated in the description.

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Ashley

Jul 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Had an ocean view “superior room”. It’s very small with poor lighting, but clean and newish still. I had to ask the front desk for an iron, as it was not included in the room. Check-in at 4pm was kind of late too.

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Service

Staff are widely praised as friendly, welcoming, and accommodating, with several shout‑outs to specific team members. Isolated complaints cite slow or impolite service and occasional delays with room readiness.

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Casey

Aug 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The stay was great! The new GM Katrina is wonderful! All staff was very nice and accommodating. We love it here!

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ANN

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Dennis, the staff member on evenings, was by far the best in customer service that I've ever experienced in a hotel setting and beyond. My family and I felt welcomed and will definitely be staying at this establishment in the future.

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Kathleen

Sep 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a lovely stay. Our room wasn’t quite ready when we arrived at check in time but Jessica was quite apologetic and we got in only about 30 minutes late. Jessica was very helpful in getting us access to the roof top area and she was beyond pleasant and friendly in pointing out where to find things in the hotel. The parking lot was a bit tight. I would not want to have a large vehicle there. Our oo was clean and the bed was really comfortable. The bathroom was big with lots of room for our stuff. The location is excellent if you are interested in the beachfront boardwalk. Overall, a wonderful stay!

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Amanda

Dec 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful staff! Katrina, specifically, was phemomenal. She gave great recommendations and had a infectious, welcoming vibe! Rooms were clean, beautiful, comfortable, and fantastic views.

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Stacey

Aug 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Untrained staff, MGR, they do not accept credit cards, only debit (surprise!!!), and they do not check ID. Horrible communication after contacting front desk staff 3 times to add notes to be clear on reservation. Way dropped the ball.

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shawna

Oct 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was very accommodating to change our room from two doubles to a King! Room clean great air conditioning.

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Jenesys

May 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

While the staff was lovely and accommodating, and the room was clean, had what I needed, the noise was ridiculous. I was on the 3rd floor, when a family around 12am checked in above me. I gave it about 45 mins to settle down but around 1 am, I had to call the front desk to ask them to please step in as they were running back and forth, pounding the ground, dropping items, etc. Thankfully, staff was responsive and the issue settled down quick after they came. BUT if you are booking in May of 2025 to the forseeable future, please be aware there is very loud construction happening next door. I was woken up at 7:30am to a loud buzz saw and multiple construction men outside my window. Terrible Overall, great location and staff. Horrible noise quality

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Rebecca

Dec 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location & loved chatting with Dennis in the lobby as we came & went!

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Frank

Apr 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Pay for your stay in the Expedia App! If you do not, you will be charged a higher rate when you check out of the hotel. The Expedia app will not show your original rate once you are overcharged! This is the first time this has occurred using Expedia. Spoke to Jon who said, " I doubt it!" when I explained what occurred. He was rude, condescending and raised his voice. Terrible customer service. The lady who checked me it was great! Decent hotel, nothing special. Stay somewhere else, lots of options!

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Dina

Apr 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Marea Sol is in an amazing location! We parked in a safe location when we arrived and didn't get back into the car until it was time to leave. The rooftop views are stunning. Staff~ John & Leilani were friendly and helpful. Well definitely go back to Marea Sol.

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Location

Outstanding, walkable location directly across from the beach and Boardwalk with easy access to the wharf and restaurants. Some travelers noted nearby construction and occasional street activity.

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Kelly

Jul 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Construction loud next door

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Gwendolyn

Aug 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property appears to have been renovated or it is a new build. This is a nice property. The hotel is located across the street from the beach and near the Boardwalk. So convenient.

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becky

Nov 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice hotel right across from the famous boardwalk in Santa Cruz

10

Gregory

Jul 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location

10

Stuart

Oct 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location, easy parking and access to the sea front and boardwalk

10

Patrick W

Jun 27, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Across the street from the beach and the boardwalk

10

Chelsea

Nov 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean room, great bang for your buck! Also, the vicinity to the beach.

10

GREGORY

Oct 2, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great room at a prime location. The staff was excellent also.

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Francisco

Jun 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice place to stay if you DONT want to sleep in. Building a new hotel across the street so construction starts bright and early 7am! So loud and close that I could hear the workers yelling. Check in was a bit long of a wait and parking isn’t big for a larger vehicle. Rooms are on the small side but it is new and clean.

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Natalie

Jun 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect location! Walking distance to everything ❤️

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Dining

No breakfast service is offered, but a small on‑site cafe and many nearby restaurants provide options within a short walk. Off‑season hours in the area can be limited.

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Jessica

Jan 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotel was lovely! Parking was a bit challenging but manageable. Our balcony was wonderful right across the street from the boardwalk which can be kinda loud but know where your staying. Not tons of food options due to pier being shut down but still very happy with our stay.

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Trevor

Jul 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly, personable staff went above and beyond to ensure that we were taken care of on our father/son trip. Price and location cannot be beat. We were able to return to the room quickly for snacks and restroom breaks. My only criticisms (minor): parking lot is tight and may be difficult to manuver for some. At the time of this review, the café is still under construction. This will be our hotel of choice in all future visits.

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Margarita

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice location, ocean view room nice but weekends noisy. NOT breakfast. Room very small for 4 people. Easy to check in and out. Staff very nice. Swimming pool, small and cold and doesn’t have a children pool

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Amanda

May 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was a great hotel and in the perfect location. A quick walk to the boardwalk and local shops and restaurants, easy onsite parking, friendly staff, and a cute onsite cafe. The area seemed safe, room was clean and spacious— not a super fancy hotel, but it was still modern, cozy, and smelled good (didn’t smell like a musty hotel ). Our only issues were the bathroom (barn style door) was very difficult to open and close. It took some muscle to work it! Maybe some WD40 would fix that. The smart TV didn’t work well— after we connected Netflix, it crashed. But that wasn’t much of an issue because there was cable. Otherwise, it was an overall great stay and I’d come back!

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Jeremiah

Oct 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I would definitely stay here again. Great location, clean and comfortable. Despite being right across from the Boardwalk, the room was well insulated against outside noise. Views from the room and rooftop balcony were lovely. My complaints are minimal but may make a difference for other travelers: onsite food options were limited and it was not easy to load or unload luggage from the parking lot.

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James

May 12, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

There was construction right across the street, the whole time I was. No breakfast on the property, cafe next door. Walkable to boardwalk, and local shopping.

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Sherry

Aug 27, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The staff here are amazing. The rooms were clean, nice bed and bedding, slept so good. Love the coffee shop. We will be back.

10

Jordan

Nov 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed here one night. Staff was awesome at checkin, super friendly and helpful. Location to the beach is perfect, cafe attached to the hotel had excellent coffee and the hotel is within walking distance to great restaurants and the pier.

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constantin

Jun 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great mini hotel in Santa Cruz beach. Clean, did not smell anything weird, felt safe, had room to park the car. The café had the best croissants.

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Ardith

Oct 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Off-season, restaurants, close early, boardwalk and shops closed, limited.

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Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
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6	7	8	9	10	11	12
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20 $241	21 $156	22 $137	23 $137	24 $156	25 $468	26 $518
27 $163	28 $137	29 $137	30 $137

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				1 $113	2 $289	3
4 $155	5 $146	6 $146	7 $156	8 $175	9 $289	10
11 $184	12 $175	13 $184	14 $175	15 $184	16 $299	17
18 $146	19 $146	20 $156	21 $156	22 $156	23 $251	24
25 $251	26 $146	27 $146	28 $156	29 $146	30 $251	31 $294

Marea Sol Hotel

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Room, 1 King Bed

Luxury Suite, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Partial Ocean View

Deluxe Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible

Luxury Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

Superior Suite, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

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