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Boutique Hotel
Vickiew54
@Vickiew54
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2022
Santa Theresa Heaven
"Walking down the over 100 steps to get down to our Estrella suite (there are other suites closer to the top if you don't want to hike), we were met with the most beautiful room, pool, waterfall and spectacular views."
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Jared H
@Jared H
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2024
Beautiful sunset. Day pass. Great bar te tender
"If you’re in Santa Teresa this is an amazing place to see the sunset and have some good food and drink. MAX is amazing - one of the best people we have ever met - welcoming, fun and inviting.
We came the first day..."
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Bed and Breakfast
Michael G
@J2114PSmichaelg
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2023
Jungle chill.
"The room was super clean and the staff were very pleasant."
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#3 Best Value of 33 places to stay in Mal Pais
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Around the World
@Around_the_World030
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2021
Top Choice in Santa Teresa
"Stayed here for few nights. The have few bungalows. In the Center of a nice garden is a pool.
The furnishing is basic but enough. The location is central and luckily at the start of a not acceptable road/way (or..."
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Hostel
Janet A
@janeta788
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2023
Wonderful Experience
"What a beautiful Campo with real nice lodging and a big clean pool that have peeping Iguana's on the side of pool for hot days this place is so green and luscious with palm trees and tropical plants everywhere..."
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Guesthouse
Rocio B
@428rociob
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2024
Stunning Views
"Incredible views spacious room, great amenities."
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#6 Best Value of 33 places to stay in Mal Pais
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Apartment
Christopher C.
@chris882021
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2021
One of the best surfcamps
"Amazing surf camp! I was here for one week and loved the camp itself and it’s just a walk away from the beautiful Playa Hermosa! Simon is the best host (and a great cook, also for vegan food ✌🏽). Lot of fun and..."
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Dorothy
@Dorothy P
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2022
Spatious rooms, clean, full kitchen in room.
"I stayed at Indigo in February 2022. The room was very spatious and I really liked the bathroom that was half open and you could shower in the open air. The overall vibe was very quite because it is a yoga resort..."
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Lodge
Mobile819190
@Mobile819190
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2020
The Most Beautiful Atmosphere And The Most Fun!
"Pachamama in Mal Paiz - the Tropical Garden Lodge a few minutes from Santa Teresa is incredible! Organic, wooden, lovely accommodations, Franz the owner is always there to support his clients - fun nights, everyday..."
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teddwake
@teddwake
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2021
New Year in Mal Pais
"What can I say that hasn’t already been said. This is a really lovely place. Rooms are clean, well stocked with comfortable beds, nice towels, mini-fridge, coffee maker. They have perfect balconies on which to sit..."
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Hostel
Worldkri
@Wanderer58952869148
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2023
Centrally located
"Centrally located and good place for surfers. We found it difficult to mingle though. Rooms are good and clean. Internet is not excellent. It is hard to have a proper zoom meeting for instance. Great friendly staff..."
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BlondeAmbition123
@BlondeAmbition123
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2020
Truly our Oasis in Santa Teresa.
"Easy walking distance from the heart of Santa Teresa with its shops and restaurants, and a 5-minute stroll from the beach, this was an excellent location for our home base.
It got so much better when we realized..."
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#12 Best Value of 33 places to stay in Mal Pais
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Anthony Z.C
@Anthony Z
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2018
Comfortable and cozy!
"If you want to visit Malpaís or Santa Teresa and need a place to stay, definitely I recommend you the Hotel The Place. My wife and I had a good experience there, good breakfast. It also has a place where you to cook..."
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Lodge
Tina K
@tinakH4595LN
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2022
Living the Dream
"Our group of 5 couples stayed here for five nights. It’s so much better than in the pictures. The on-site caretakers were fabulous. All our needs were cared for. Highly recommend to everyone I talk to. What a..."
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Bed and Breakfast
#16 Best Value of 33 places to stay in Mal Pais
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Lodge
Nicki S
@Nicki S
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2016
Great place to chill and eat amazing food!
"I booked the Wipe Out Retreat at the Greens Rooms, it was an amazing experience. Dave and Russ were attentive hosts providing some of the best and healthiest food I've ever had. Diana the yoga instructor was very..."
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#17 Best Value of 33 places to stay in Mal Pais
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Bed and Breakfast
#18 Best Value of 33 places to stay in Mal Pais
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Cottage
#19 Best Value of 33 places to stay in Mal Pais
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Speciality Inn
cgcullum
@cgcullum
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2017
Best vacation ever!
"I just returned from spending a week with Kelea surf spa in Costa Rica, and I cannot recommend this trip enough! It's both active and relaxing at the same time. Had the best time learning to surf, the food was..."
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#20 Best Value of 33 places to stay in Mal Pais
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Camping/Caravan site
m90m90m90m90
@m90m90m90m90
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2008
Stay away from this place....
"Be warned.... this place is a dump... Not worth the price at all... the pool was under construction and looks like it's been that way for a very long time as vines and plants started to grow around it. We did not..."
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#22 Best Value of 33 places to stay in Mal Pais
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Small Hotel
Meredith
@meredithyates
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2020
This was a truly unpleasant experience.
"The Paradise Beach resort, better named the “Rocky Inferno”, is about 4 kilometres outside the village Mal Pais and my partner and I, arrived at this hotel, exhausted, expecting 5 days of rest, after 2 years of..."
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#24 Best Value of 33 places to stay in Mal Pais
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Mal Pais Hotels Information
Hotels in Mal Pais | 33 |
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Hotels Prices From | ₹3,728 |
Hotels Reviews | 2,991 |
Hotels Photos | 3,606 |
Travel high season | Mar - May |
Travel low season | Jun - Aug |
High season avg price | ₹19,742 |
Low season avg price | ₹15,105 |
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Price trends, weather and things to do can help you make a decision.
Season
Avg. price/night
Avg. temperature
Avg. precipitation
Dec - Feb
Avg. price/night
₹22,531
₹5,053₹49,867
Avg. temperature
24ºC
15ºC34ºC
Avg. precipitation
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Mar - May
Avg. price/night
₹24,602
HIGHEST
₹5,053₹49,867
Avg. temperature
25ºC
WARMEST
15ºC34ºC
Avg. precipitation
332mm
WETTEST
Jun - Aug
Avg. price/night
₹17,478
LOWEST
₹5,053₹49,867
Avg. temperature
25ºC
15ºC34ºC
Avg. precipitation
316mm
Sep - Nov
Avg. price/night
₹22,200
₹5,053₹49,867
Avg. temperature
23ºC
COLDEST
15ºC34ºC
Avg. precipitation
285mm
DRIEST
Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed hotels in Mal Pais. Select dates and complete search for nightly totals inclusive of taxes and fees.
Hotels near the sights
- Sunrise RanchHorse back riding tours Our horse riding tours run along the beach or through the mountains of Cabo Blanco, Mal Pais, Santa Teresa or Montezuma. A special event is a ride at sunset or during full moon! Horse back riding tours can be booked for a few hours or several days. Hores riding school: professional riding lessons in dressage and western riding. In addition, we are a unique meeting place for riders, horse lovers and children. Our riding club for children and youngsters is unique in Costa Rica and we have a lot of fun and joy together. The kids learn how to ride a horse and the right contact with horses. In the holidays we organise camps for children as well as riding holidays.Read more
- Canopy del Pacifico Mal PaisThe Mal Pais Canopy Tour is based in the quiet village of Malpais, on a farm with more than 200 different tree species, at the entrance of the Cabo Blanco Absolute Nature Reserve. The whole area is surrounded by rich tropical forest and diverse wildlife as well as many birds. Come and journey through the treetops, enjoying the tropical forest while the Pacific Ocean lies below you. The exciting canopy ride is nearly a mile long and has 11 platforms set high in the gigantic trees. Steel cables connect the platforms which are between 5 and 30 meters in height. You will not forget the experience of flying along our 300 meters long shot over a canyon between the second and the third platform, or the incredible 500 meters long ride through the jungle along a creek. This Canopy Tour in Costa Rica have professional nature guides that will accompany you on the unforgettable journey through the biodiversity of the environment. They will introduce you to the fascinating secrets of the forest.Following the strictest safety norms, you will enjoy thrilling views of the Pacific Ocean and of the forest from many different perspectives.Read more
- Costa Rican Tropical ToursOur tours are a great way to explore the Nicoya Peninsula's pristine beaches, coves and tropical beauty. We have an English speaking team that is very knowledgeable of the area and our guides take safety very seriously (all guides carry first aid kits). Our flexible tour format allows us to accommodate both small and big groups and there are great options for families traveling with kids.Read more
- Jason ToursMal Pais and Santa Teresa boat adventures. Experience with us Sport Fishing (inshore and offshore), Boat Tours (snorkeling, whale watching, custom trips). Our experienced captains, anglers and boats are authorized by Costa Rica government. Get ready to departure! We do accept Credit Card and Paypal payments.Read more
- Freedom Riding SUPFreedom Riding SUP Adventures was formed by Andy Seidensticker and his Costa Rican wife Edith. We started doing Stand Up Paddle lessons and tours in 2010 in the fishing village of Mal Pais, teaching clients the important basic fundamentals of Stand Up Paddle, and paddling clients into the Cabo Blanco Reserve. The business has grown quickly in the last couple years, and has now expanded into SUP rentals, clinics for all levels even SUP surfing and SUP racing , SUP adventure tours around the Nicoya Peninsula. We are passionate and true lovers of the sport of Stand Up Paddle and take teaching the sport very seriously. Edith competes on the Costa Rican National SUP Race Circuit, and has clinched the National Womens Champion three years in a row, in both long distance and short distance. Edith has also won two Central American Race titles , and competed in two World Championships. Contact SUP-Costa Rica if you would like to schedule a class, tour or rental for your next vacation.Read more
- Day Trips Costa RicaHere at Day Trips Costa Rica we are passionate about one thing, excelent customer service! With a wide variety of tour options, no matter what sort of experience you are after, we can make it happen. Come explore with us and have a great time!Read more
- Adrenalina Kite & Surf CampSurf school surf shop beginner intermediate surf lesson boards rental boards shorts/ rashguards/ accesories and moreRead more
- Jobbie's Long BoardsAt Jobbies Long Boards, Stress is a dirty word that has no place in our vocabulary. From the second you arrive It's is time to relax and indulge. All of our staff are dedicated to making your Costa Rican experience one to never forget or as we like to call it around the shop, "SuperNumberOneGoodTimes." At Jobbies Long Boards we specialize in building truly remarkable guest experiences for our Clients. From our first rate accommodations and meals to our daily Yoga and Surf Lessons you will feel your self falling in love with the local flavour from the second you arrive. The Deep Sea fishing trips with the villagers next door, Off road trips to breathtaking waterfalls, Beachfront Massage, Canopy tours, and Sunset Bonfires on the Beach, is what separates us from the others, and will leave you forever in love with this paradise we call home. We know, Because it's exactly what happened to us. You work hard for your money, and we know any one can give you a surf lesson, Its our mission to bring you an experience that you will never forget. Jobbies Long Boards, Serving STOKED since 2000!Read more
Frequently Asked Questions about Mal Pais hotels
- Popular hotels close to Tambor Airport include Tambor Tropical Beach Resort, Barceló Tambor - All Inclusive, and Hotel Costa Coral. See the full list: Hotels near Tambor Airport.
- Hotel Moana, Hotel Oasis, and Hotel The Place all received great reviews from families travelling in Mal Pais. See the full list: Family Hotels in Mal Pais.
- Hotel Casa Chameleon Mal Pais, Hotel Moana, and Hotel Vista de Olas received great reviews from travellers looking for a romantic hotel in Mal Pais. See the full list: Romantic Hotels in Mal Pais.
- Some of the most popular hotels with a pool in Mal Pais include Hotel Casa Chameleon Mal Pais, Hotel Moana, and Hotel Vista de Olas. See the full list: Hotels with a Pool in Mal Pais.