Fred gave us his top room, with a spectacular view. He and Gesenia and his 2 girls Michelle & Lily couldn't have been warmer and more helpful. It was unfortunately so early in the season we were the only guests. But the food was outstanding, local shrimp, fish and smoked pork. The hotel itself is beautiful. A wonderful way to... more

We were met at the shore by Fred, the amiable owner of the Ojala. Be advised that all Drake Bay boat landings are "wet landings." Fred picked us up in his ATV, which was not a comfortable ride but it was short. He is a laid back guy and has a great parrot that flies around free and hangs around... more

This is the second year we've been lucky enough to stay with Fred and his family at the Ojala (we've visited in Feb '08 and Feb '09). Both visits were exceptional. This year we stayed at the Ojala for eight days and had a blast (again). Drake Bay is a unique place in Costa Rica - if you're looking for... more

After having read some comments, i booked the Honeymoon suite of Ojala Hotel for 5 days in january 2009. Drake Bay is a very nice place, the hotel is placed near Pirate Cove and the honeymoon bungalow is on a small hill with an amazing view of the jungle and the bay. The atmosphere is very relaxing with all the... more

based on some comments i have read, i booked the Honeymoon suite of Ojala Hotel for 5 days in november 2008. The place is very nice, the honeymoon bungalow is very nice, very confortable, with a great number of beds. The view on the Bay is incredible, it's not far for Drake. Very close to the Pirate Cove, you can... more

if you are looking for an amazing and unforgatble vaction then this is the place for you and your memories. It is not about the hotel, it's about Fred (the owner). There are two types of rooms standard rooms which are ok and a delux room which is amazing with a woderful see view. Fred will cook for you a... more

Our stay at Hotel Ojala was an added pleasure during our time in the magical Osa Peninsula. Even though we arrived at 9:00am , we were greeted by a sweet abuelita who showed us to our garden cabina located on a hill behind the hotel. After relaxing and enjoying the beach, we returned in the afternoon to a hot lunch... more

We had originally booked to stay in Pirate's Cove, 100 yards down the road, but they couldn't accommodate us for the first night, so we were booked into Freds Place as Ojala is locally known. The first night was in one of the three rooms below the main house. They are adequate, but certainly not luxurious. They were far better... more

We were staying at Pirates Cove but moved next door since they were out of room. We only stayed for one night, but Fred was extraordinarily nice. Also, I had left my credit cards in the safe and we were already getting on the plane. They shipped my card back to San Jose for me on the next flight and... more