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787 391 4819
©2008 Maravilla Bed and Breakfast Hotel (all rights reserved)
Horseback riding -
Mornings and late afternoons, or according to your schedule and weather permitting. There is a separate charge for riding: $35 per ride/pp (an hour or more). A weekly package is available at a lower rate. We can accommodate any level of riding experience (or none!). Trails cut across high mountain coffee fields, down into lush jungle and through waterways, making a fabulous scenic experience.
Mornings and late afternoons, or according to your schedule and weather permitting. There is a separate charge for riding: $35 per ride/pp (an hour or more). A weekly package is available at a lower rate. We can accommodate any level of riding experience (or none!). Trails cut across high mountain coffee fields, down into lush jungle and through waterways, making a fabulous scenic experience.
Getting Here:
No Passport Required from the US!
Roundtrip flights from the East Coast often range between $150 to $250
Fly into San Juan on
or into Aguadilla or Ponce (closer to Maravilla) on .
Other airlines include:
Delta, Continental, USAir, Jetblue.
Rent a car and drive up -
From San Juan - 2 1/2 hours
From Aguadilla or Ponce - 1 1/4 hours
or
If you plan to stay at Maravilla for a week or more, don't want a car and basically only need to pick up groceries, you can take a "publico" van across the island to Mayaguez and we will pick you up for a small fee. Transportation directly from San Juan, Ponce or Aguadilla may be available, as well. Ask us for further information.
No Passport Required from the US!
Roundtrip flights from the East Coast often range between $150 to $250
Fly into San Juan on
or into Aguadilla or Ponce (closer to Maravilla) on .
Other airlines include:
Delta, Continental, USAir, Jetblue.
Rent a car and drive up -
From San Juan - 2 1/2 hours
From Aguadilla or Ponce - 1 1/4 hours
or
If you plan to stay at Maravilla for a week or more, don't want a car and basically only need to pick up groceries, you can take a "publico" van across the island to Mayaguez and we will pick you up for a small fee. Transportation directly from San Juan, Ponce or Aguadilla may be available, as well. Ask us for further information.
Location:
Maravilla is located on the western side of Puerto Rico, ten minutes from the town of Las Marias. It is 35 minutes from Mayaguez, with shopping and airport, and 35 minutes from Anasco beach. San Juan is about 2 1/2 hours away. Maravilla is open by reservation or appointment only, so please contact us before stopping by.
Maravilla is located on the western side of Puerto Rico, ten minutes from the town of Las Marias. It is 35 minutes from Mayaguez, with shopping and airport, and 35 minutes from Anasco beach. San Juan is about 2 1/2 hours away. Maravilla is open by reservation or appointment only, so please contact us before stopping by.
The Terrain
Maravilla has approximately 100 acres available for hiking and horseback riding. There are more than three waterways originating on or crossing the property. These lead to larger rivers and waterfalls. The geography is very hilly and sneakers and/or boots are recommended. We are at an elevation of about 1500 feet.
Maravilla has approximately 100 acres available for hiking and horseback riding. There are more than three waterways originating on or crossing the property. These lead to larger rivers and waterfalls. The geography is very hilly and sneakers and/or boots are recommended. We are at an elevation of about 1500 feet.
Climate:
Average temperatures are 75 to 85F. Winter evenings can be cool, making a cozy fire enjoyable. There is a rainy (green) season in the spring and in the fall. Mornings are almost always clear, rainy seasons bring afternoon showers. The high season is November through March, which tends to be completely rainfree.
Average temperatures are 75 to 85F. Winter evenings can be cool, making a cozy fire enjoyable. There is a rainy (green) season in the spring and in the fall. Mornings are almost always clear, rainy seasons bring afternoon showers. The high season is November through March, which tends to be completely rainfree.
Laundry
Laundry service is available at least once during a weeklong stay, at no additional cost.
Laundry service is available at least once during a weeklong stay, at no additional cost.
Excursions-
to beaches, caves,etc...
please ask. Also, ask re:
all-inclusive
to beaches, caves,etc...
please ask. Also, ask re:
all-inclusive
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Dinner Options -
A dinner for two can be purchased starting from about $40/couple. This is an average price and will run higher or lower according to number of courses, and other factors. Lunches may typically cost about $30/cpl, and breakfasts about $20/cpl. Menus are tailored to your individual needs - eg. macrobiotic, vegan, live food, lowfat, etc.
Some sample menus:
BBQ tofu
Maravilla Green Green Salad
Ginger glazed carrots
Baked stuffed Breadfruit
Soy berry pudding
Maravilla black and white beans
Brown rice with garden fresh herbs
Sweet potato/chayote salad
Maravilla banana butterscotch brownies
Puerto Rican Style Feast
Surrollitos
Vegetarian Pasteles
Green Salad
Flan and fruits
Orange-glazed hickory seitan
Boston baked beans
Maravilla Caribbean coleslaw
Scalloped potatos
pound cake with fruit
Saag Paneer
Cream of lentil soup
Vegetable samosas
Basmati rice
Bananas foster
A dinner for two can be purchased starting from about $40/couple. This is an average price and will run higher or lower according to number of courses, and other factors. Lunches may typically cost about $30/cpl, and breakfasts about $20/cpl. Menus are tailored to your individual needs - eg. macrobiotic, vegan, live food, lowfat, etc.
Some sample menus:
BBQ tofu
Maravilla Green Green Salad
Ginger glazed carrots
Baked stuffed Breadfruit
Soy berry pudding
Maravilla black and white beans
Brown rice with garden fresh herbs
Sweet potato/chayote salad
Maravilla banana butterscotch brownies
Puerto Rican Style Feast
Surrollitos
Vegetarian Pasteles
Green Salad
Flan and fruits
Orange-glazed hickory seitan
Boston baked beans
Maravilla Caribbean coleslaw
Scalloped potatos
pound cake with fruit
Saag Paneer
Cream of lentil soup
Vegetable samosas
Basmati rice
Bananas foster
Breakfast atMaravilla
Buffet
Fresh fruits from our trees
Homemade and assorted breads, muffins
and other pastries.
Cheeses (dairy and vegan),
Homemade preserves and other spreads
Cereals and granolas
Homemade lowfat yogurt
Smoothies of all types
Special Selections
Vegan, Live Food and Macrobiotic Specials
Vegetarian Selections:
Eggs and omelettes - your style
Scrambled vegetable tofu
Hickory tempeh /Spicy tofu patties
Pancakes and Waffles - multigrain
Maravilla French Toast - sweet and spicy
Viandas (root vegetables) and plantains
Beverages
Fresh home-grown fruit juices
Mountain farm coffee, teas, herbal teas
Breakfast Smoothies - dairy, or non-dairy
Buffet
Fresh fruits from our trees
Homemade and assorted breads, muffins
and other pastries.
Cheeses (dairy and vegan),
Homemade preserves and other spreads
Cereals and granolas
Homemade lowfat yogurt
Smoothies of all types
Special Selections
Vegan, Live Food and Macrobiotic Specials
Vegetarian Selections:
Eggs and omelettes - your style
Scrambled vegetable tofu
Hickory tempeh /Spicy tofu patties
Pancakes and Waffles - multigrain
Maravilla French Toast - sweet and spicy
Viandas (root vegetables) and plantains
Beverages
Fresh home-grown fruit juices
Mountain farm coffee, teas, herbal teas
Breakfast Smoothies - dairy, or non-dairy
O u r K i t c h e n
Many of our fruits, vegetables and herbs are grown in
our own organic gardens.
Some of the fruits include: oranges, bananas, tangerines, limes and grapefruit; mameys, guavas, soursop, mangos, starfruit, pineapple, papaya.
We serve our own fresh spring water.
Many of our fruits, vegetables and herbs are grown in
our own organic gardens.
Some of the fruits include: oranges, bananas, tangerines, limes and grapefruit; mameys, guavas, soursop, mangos, starfruit, pineapple, papaya.
We serve our own fresh spring water.
Critters:
What you won't find:
poisonous snakes and dangerous animals, which makes hiking through the jungles and rivers safer and more pleasant. And, there are virtually no mosquitos here at Maravilla. As our guest Jade said: "It's Costa Rica without the bugs!"
What you won't find:
poisonous snakes and dangerous animals, which makes hiking through the jungles and rivers safer and more pleasant. And, there are virtually no mosquitos here at Maravilla. As our guest Jade said: "It's Costa Rica without the bugs!"
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Menus are created specifically for you.
We consider your dietary guidelines, likes and dislikes and other preferences.
For some highly restricted diets, meals may cost more.
All menus are flexible and open to suggestion.
Our dishes include vegan, raw food, macrobiotic and more.
We consider your dietary guidelines, likes and dislikes and other preferences.
For some highly restricted diets, meals may cost more.
All menus are flexible and open to suggestion.
Our dishes include vegan, raw food, macrobiotic and more.
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What to Pack
Long pants are a must if hiking and riding. Shorts are good in some cases. Tshirts, bathing suit, of course. A hat. Hiking boots and/or sneakers definitely. And a sweater or jacket. Warm pajamas in the winter months. And a rain pancho can be helpful.
Long pants are a must if hiking and riding. Shorts are good in some cases. Tshirts, bathing suit, of course. A hat. Hiking boots and/or sneakers definitely. And a sweater or jacket. Warm pajamas in the winter months. And a rain pancho can be helpful.
Car Rental
There are many agencies here, including Avis, etc. and local companies, also. These are located at the airports, making it possible to rent a car in SJ and leave it in Mayaguez.
Any car will be able to handle our road, especially if the tires are good. However, best would be an SUV - it does not have to be four wheel drive. (Although, during green season, it might help). In conclusion, your budget can dictate.
There are many agencies here, including Avis, etc. and local companies, also. These are located at the airports, making it possible to rent a car in SJ and leave it in Mayaguez.
Any car will be able to handle our road, especially if the tires are good. However, best would be an SUV - it does not have to be four wheel drive. (Although, during green season, it might help). In conclusion, your budget can dictate.
Note - Unless meals are ordered at the time of reservation or sufficiently in advance, there is a chance that a specific meal may not be available.
