I am no stranger to Drakes Bay Costa Rica, & every stay has been an exciting adventure. I wanted to experience what fishing Drakes had to offer, & I was directed to Hotel Ojala & the owner Fred Maschmeier, also the captain of El Gato, a vessel perfect for my days fishing. The day produced, Red Snapper, Dorado, Tuna, &... More

Stayed at Fred's for two months and enjoyed everyday. The environment, food, fellowship,and nearness to the beaches were fantastic. Fred is a one man show, he literally can do it all with a professionalism matched by few, if any. Thanks for a great time, Hope to return if possible. Coach.

My husband and I stayed only two nights with Fred at the Ojala hotel and wished we would have planned to stay longer. One of the first things Fred said to us was "Welcome Home". He made us feel like we were part of his family. We stayed in the Deluxe cabin which I highly recommend. It has such a... More

Hotel Ojala is true to its community and to its owner and manager, Fred Maschmeier. It has no pretense. It is clean and provides everything necessary for a great vacation to Drake Bay. Our family of five (2 adults and three children (ages 14, 11 and 8) is thankful to have been in Fred's care. Fred is the epitome of... More

Look no futher... This is the only place in Drake Bay to stay.. Period. from the time i first sent an email to Fred to inquire about vacancy to the last handshake and thanks this morniing when i left. it was a pure joy to have stayed here.I was made to feel like family from the moment i arrived. Fred... More

We stayed at Ojala hotel in late January 2013, and can safely say it was the best placed we stayed at during our 5 week visit to Costa Rica. The building is lovingly constructed in wood and is situated only a few trees away from the shore. Its a short walk up from the beach where the boat from Sierpe... More

We met some locals that were good friends with Fred and recommended making the trip to Drake's Bay. Fred was very hospitable and cooked amazing fresh local food for us. We didn't know what to expect when we arrived but were not disappointed. This is a great place off the beaten path with only the noise of nature. It's a... More

Our family found a home away from home at Hotel Ojala. Captain Fred and his wife Irmaris (and their Jack Russell terrier Jackie!) were warm and wonderful hosts who made our stay at this beautiful and unique hotel an experience we will NEVER forget. Each morning of our stay, we awoke to toucans and hummingbirds just outside our window and... More

My brother and I only stayed here one night, and I wish we could have stayed longer. Following a great time of getting to know our fellow travelers over a beer on the balcony looking at Drake Bay, Fred and his lovely wife cooked an amazing dinner, eaten communal style. Fred, the owner, is a super welcoming and laid back... More