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Hotels in Mal Pais

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Hotels are listed in a north to south direction, from Playa Carmen to Malpais /Cabo Blanco

Hotel Ritmo Tropical

7 Bungalows, 2 Rooms
Near the Beach
Night: $25, $90 / 1, 4 p
Pool, TV, Restaurant
Tel. (506) 2640 0174

Delightful small hotel with Italian restaurant, only 200 m from the surf beach of Playa Carmen. Spacious, comfortable bungalows with Sat-TV, bathroom and outside sitting porch. Beautiful pool area for kids and adults.

» www.hotelritmotropical.net

Hotel Oasis

2 Rooms, 5 Cottages
Near the Beach
Night: $65, $80 / 2, 4 p
AC, TV, Pool
Tel. (506) 2640 0259

Family-owned hotel in Malpais, a short stroll from Playa Carmen. Rooms with AC and kitchenette on their private front terrace, or cottages in the landscaped tropical gardens with 2 bedrooms, kitchen and balcony.

» www.oasismalpais.com

Vista Naranja

4 Rooms, 1 Apartment
Oceanview
Night: $60, $70 / 2 p
Tel. (506) 8917 5130

A newly built hillside home designed on the ancient principles of Feng Shui. Relax and re-balance in the breeze of your private terrace with great ocean and sunset views. Rooms with or without kitchenette, or apartments with two bedrooms.

» www.vistanaranja.com

Blue Jay Lodge

10 Bungalows
Ocean View
Night: $80 - $115 / 2 - 4 p
Pool, Snack Bar
Tel. (506) 2640 0089

Nature lodge, 200 m from the beach of Mal Pais. Spread over a lushly forested hillside are spacious wooden bungalows built on stilts. Bedrooms with a double and a single bed, fans, room safe, ocean view balcony with hammocks.

» www.bluejaylodgecostarica.com

El Nido de Aguila

2 Houses, 1 Apartment
Ocean view
Night: $100 - $150 / 2-5 p
Pool
Tel. (506) 8893 2184

Tranquil, secluded hilltop vacation rentals surrounded by jungle and with panoramic coastal views. Family friendly with fully equipped kitchen and private balconies. Lovely oceanview rancho by the pool with panorama deck, open air kitchen with BBQ.

» www.malpais-costarica.com

Hotel Vista de Olas

6 Villas
Ocean view
Night: $200 / 2 p
Pool, Restaurant
Tel. (506) 2640 0183

A romantic hilltop retreat with breathtaking ocean and sunset views. Stunning deluxe ocean view villas with four poster beds, semi-alfreso bathroom and private porch. Yoga deck, jacuzzi, horizon pool with swim-up bar, poolside grill restaurant.

» www.vistadeolas.com

Bungalows Pachamama

3 Bungalows, 1 House
Near the Beach
Night: $60, $140 / 2, 4 p
Kite/Surf, Fishing
Tel. (506) 2640 0195

A gated lodge in groomed tropical gardens with a sociable, unpretentious vibe. One or two BR bungalows with kitchen, bathroom, sitting porch or patio with BBQ. Funky communal tipi and viewpoint, beach bonfires, fishing tours and kite/surf offered.

» www.pacha-malpais.com

La Hacienda Tropical

5 Suites, 2 Cabinas
Near the Beach
Night: $60 - $120 / 1 - 4 p
AC, Pool
Tel. (506) 2640 0067

A boutique hotel built with old world charm, providing a choice of suites and cabins. An oasis pool fronts the hacienda all nestled in it's tropical gardens. 100 m from the beach and a surf break and within walking distance to restaurants.

» www.lahaciendamalpais.com

Casa Chameleon

6 Villas
Ocean View
Night: $275 - $525 / 2 p
AC, Pool, Gourmet Chef
Tel. (506) 2288 2879

An adults only hotel focused on privacy, romance, adventure and fun. The exclusive resort offers guests an astonishing view of the ocean from the vantage point of the lush mountainside, enjoyed in the privacy of each luxurious villa's own plunge pool.

» www.hotelcasachameleon.com

Villa Katino

1 House
Ocean View
Night: $250 / 2 p
AC, Pool
Tel. (506) 8337 1164

A romantic small house perched on a hill above Mal Pais with the best panoramic views of the area. Two bedrooms, two baths on two stories, open kitchen with spacious lounge area, large pool, hotwater jacuzzi and panorama sun decks.

» www.villakatino.com

Star Mountain Eco Resort

5 Rooms
2 km from Mal Pais
Night: $$85 / 2 p
Pool, Horses, Nature Trails
Tel. (506) 2640 0101

A stunning jungle lodge tucked into the hills above Mal Pais next to the Cabo Blanco National Park. 90 ha of private forest reserve with hiking trails and teeming wildlife, perfect for nature lovers and photographers. Gorgeous pool, jacuzzi, rates incl. breakfast.

» www.starmountaineco.com

Hotels in Santa Teresa /Playa Carmen

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Hotels in Santa Teresa are listed in a south to north direction, from Playa Carmen to Playa Santa Teresa and Playa Hermosa

Hotel Playa Carmen

28 Rooms
Near the Beach
Night: $80 - $95 / 2 p
AC, TV, Pool, Restaurant
Tel. (506) 2640 0505

A centrally located modern hotel attached to a strip mall and only a few steps from Playa Carmen's main surf spot. Large, nicely decorated standard or deluxe rooms with balconies on the 2nd and 3rd floor. Pool with bar and chill-out area.

» www.hotel-playacarmen.com

Hotel Buenos Aires

8 Rooms
Ocean View
Night: $50 - $70 / 2 p
Pool, Restaurant
Tel. (506) 2640 0254

Perched over Playa Carmen, this hotel affords breathtaking views of the beaches and surf of Santa Teresa. Rooms with fan or a/c and private balconies to take in the Pacific sunsets. On a level below is the pool and gourmet restaurant with bar.

» www.buenosairesmalpais.com

Hotel Horizon

3 Cabins, 2 Villas
Ocean View
Night: $100 - $195 / 2-4 p
AC, Pool, Restaurant, Yoga
Tel. (506) 2640 0524

On a slope above Santa Teresa you can immerse into yoga or just relax in a soothing ambience. Nestled into lush gardens are romantic log cabins with AC, kitchen and ocean view balcony, or villas with private pool. Tea house with vegetarian restaurant.

» www.horizon-yogahotel.com

Hotel Casa MarBella

4 Rooms, 2 Apts, 2 Condos
Ocean View
Night: $90, $250 / 2, 6 p
AC, Pool
Tel. (506) 2640 0749

Beautifully designed boutique hotel overlooking Santa Teresa and the beach. Rooms or apartments with or without kitchen, or luxurious 2-story condominiums. Centerpiece of the hotel is the ocean view infinity pool with jacuzzi and sun deck.

» www.casamarbel.la

Casa Colina B & B

5 Rooms
Ocean View
Night: $50, $65 / 1, 2 p
Tel. (506) 2640 0672

Small Bed & Breakfast hotel at a short walk from the beach and surf of Santa Teresa. Rooms with mini-fridge, room safe, ceiling fan. Two rooms share a bathroom. Relaxing garden area with hammocks, TV room. Rates include breakfast.

» www.casacolinacostarica.com

Cabinas Calocita

7 Rooms
Near the Beach
Night: $35 / 2 p
Tel. (506) 2640 0884

A nice little bargain hotel just steps from the surf of Playa Carmen. Set back from the road, in a central but quiet location, the hotel offers super clean and spacious rooms with bathroom and balcony. Communal kitchen, small garden and hammocks.

» www.calocita.com

Tropico Latino

21 Rooms /Bungalows
Beachfront
Night: $100 - $215 / 2 p
AC, Pool, Restaurant, Spa
Tel. (506) 2640 0062

Beach resort with full spa and yoga studio. Modernly designed bungalows built of exotic hardwoods nestled into lush gardens under old forest canopy. Relax in a beach hammock under coconut palms or poolside close by the gourmet restaurant.

» www.hoteltropicolatino.com

Hotel Zula Inn

9 Bungalows
Near the Beach
Night: $75, $115 / 2, 4 p
AC, TV, Pool
Tel. (506) 2640 0940

Comfortable, self-contained bungalows arranged around a swimming pool. The bungalows feature one or two bedrooms, AC, cable-TV, kitchen, bathroom and balcony to the pool and garden. On the upper end of the pool is a raised chill out lounge.

» www.zulainn.com

Namastay Bed & Breakfast

2 Rooms
Near the Beach
Night: $27 - $37 / 1 - 2 p
incl. breakfast.
Tel. (506) 5712 7147

Convenient location in a tropical garden setting right across from the beach and two of Santa Teresa's best surf breaks. B&B for adventure travelers who enjoy a "home away from home." Beachfront yoga and surf classes taught by hostess.

» www.namastaysurf.com

Hotel Buenisimo

3 Houses, 2 Rooms
Ocean View
Night: $35 - $95 / 1 - 4 p
AC, Bar
Tel. (506) 8993 0251

Set into flowering gardens on a small hill are romantic one or two bedroom casitas with great ocean and sunset views. Downhill are two garden rooms with AC or fan, and a large thatched rancho with bar and pool table for sitting together.

» www.hotelbuenisimo.com

Casa Zen

10 Rooms, 1 Dorm, 1 Studio
Almost Beachfront
Night: $14, $29 - $50
Yoga, Movie Nights
Tel. (506) 2640 0523

An Asian-inspired guest house with a choice of accommodations for every budget in the center between Santa Teresa's main surf breaks. Many cozy nooks with cheerful details and large, industrial equipped communal kitchen.

» www.zencostarica.com

Ranchos Itaúna

4 Rooms
Beachfront
Night: $70, $100 / 2, 4 p
Beach Lounge
Tel. (506) 2640 0095

A relaxed beach hotel for surf enthusiasts and beach lovers. Octagonal-shaped rooms with bathroom, fan or AC and covered private sitting porch. Scenic beach lounge with ambience music at sunset, morning yoga classes.

» www.ranchos-itauna.com

Disfrutalo Resort

4 Bungalows, 4 Villas
Near the Beach
Night: $55 - $95 / 2 - 5 p
Pool, TV, Cafe
Tel. (506) 2640 0572

Villas and bungalows built of local teak wood set into groomed grounds. The houses feel cozy and romantic with warm tropical furnishing and décors. All houses have kitchen, bathroom, safe box, TV, and a private patio screened by palm fronds.

» www.disfrutaloresort.com

All rates are indicated for High Season (Jan - April)
WiFi Internet is available in nearly all hotels.

Hotels in Santa Teresa /Playa S. Teresa

See hotel locations on the » Map of Santa Teresa

Fuego Lodge

3 Suites, 2 Apts, 1 Penthouse
Near the Beach
Night: $100 - $150 / 2-4 p
AC, TV, Pool
Tel. (506) 2640 0444

A stylish lodge on a gated lot on the edge of nature. Three lofty suites fronted by a pool for kids and adults, or spacious, sleek apartments with kitchen, patio and terrace in the main building, or elegant penthouse suite with balcony. AC in all units.

» www.fuegosantateresa.com

Don Jon's

6 Cabinas, Dorms, Apts
Near the Beach
Night: $15, $60 - $85
Restaurant, AC
Tel. (506) 2640 0700

A convivial hotel and restaurant with AC dorms for budget travelers or private AC apartments with kitchen, bathroom, TV/DVD and porch. Plus three whimsically designed 2-story wood cabins with fridge, fan and balcony in the quiet garden area.

» www.donjonsonline.com

The Jungle House

1 House
Near the Beach
Night: $250 / 10 p
AC
Tel. (506) 2640 0480

A naturally and artistically designed house in a rustic style with 6 rooms, 2.5 baths and 2 kitchen for up to 10 people. In the midst of town but with a jungle feel, surrounded by big trees and a few steps from the surf of Playa Santa Teresa.

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Pacifica Surf Studios

8 Apartments
Beachfront
Night: $90 - $110 / 2 - 3 p
AC, Pool
Tel. (506) 8836 5064

Set into forested grounds on the beach of Santa Teresa this small hotel offers spacious apartments with ocean view terrace. King size bed and sleeper sofa, fully equipped kitchen. Snack bar and lounge by the pool, surf school and yoga deck.

» www.pacificasurfstudios.com

Nautilus Hotel

6 Suites, 1 Villa
Near the Beach
Night: $120, $250 / 2, 5 p
AC, Pool, Restaurant
Tel. (506) 2640 0991

A boutique hotel with beautiful patio, pool, yoga deck and health food restaurant. Spacious suites with kitchen and lounge, separate bedroom and terrace, or two-bedroom villa for 5 people. Available also as a whole for family gatherings or private retreats.

» www.hotelnautiluscostarica.com

Hotel Otro Lado

5 Suites, 6 Rooms
Near the Beach
Night: $70, $160 / 2, 4 p
AC, Pool, Restaurant
Tel. (506) 2640 1941

A friendly hotel with stylish, white-washed rooms or suites on two stories with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and kitchenette, all arranged around the hotel pool and gardens. Spa and yoga deck, Italian restaurant. Also surf camp packages.

» www.otroladolodge.com

Hotel Meli Melo

6 Rooms
Near the Beach
Night: $55 / 2 p
AC, Kitchen, BBQ
Tel. (506) 2640 0575

Just across from Playa Santa Teresa's top surf spot, this cozy little hotel offers 4 rooms decorated in gaudy colors. Rooms have AC, bathroom and private sitting porch. Complimentary breakfast, tour desk, surf lessons and guest kitchen.

» www.hotelmelimelo.com

Hotel Luz de Luna

6 Bungalows
Near the Beach
Night: $50 - $90 / 1 - 4 p
Pool
Tel. (506) 2640 0280

A small hotel offering charming wooden bungalows with decors and detailing in Japanese or Caribbean style. Each bungalow has a private bathroom, and balcony to the tropical garden with pool and sun deck. Some bungalows have a kitchen.

» www.luzdelunahotel.com

Calé Casitas

3 Houses
Near the Beach
Night: $60 / 2 - 4 p
Tel. (506) 2640 0374

Three contiguous houses for vacation rentals in the heart of Playa Santa Teresa. Each house has a fully equipped kitchen, sitting porch and bathroom. Perfect for couples and friends traveling together. Also surf camp packages offered.

» www.calecasitas.com

Kana Mar Villas

2 Villas
Near the Beach
Night: $120 - $180 / 3-4 p
AC, TV, Pool
Tel. (506) 2640 0804

Spacious and elegantly designed 1- or 2-BR villas for luxurious tropical indoor- and outdoor living. Located on a gated, gently sloping garden property the villas are safe, romantic and kids friendly. Private pool, bath tub and many amenities.

» See details

Rumbo Surf

4 Apartments
Near the Beach
Night: $70 - $80 / 2 - 3 p
AC, TV
Tel. (506) 2640 1122

In the heart of Santa Teresa's surfer scene, a few steps from the breaks, this small lodge offers spotless AC rooms with a queen and sofa bed, cable TV and kitchen. Private terrace and communal chill out rancho in the garden with BBQ.

» www.rumbosurf.com

Hotel Esencia

10 Villas, 8 Rooms
Near the Beach
Night: $90 - $150 / 2 - 4 p
AC, TV, Pool
Tel. (506) 2640 0420

Ten Mediterranean-style a/c villas with one or two bedrooms, plus eight bright and spacious pool view rooms, individually styled through theme, colors, aromatic candles and essences. Beautiful pool with large sundeck, artistic gardens, snack bar, spa.

» www.esenciahotel.com

Hotel Manala

8 Bungalows
Near the Beach
Night: $100 / 2 p
AC, TV, Pool, Restaurant
Tel. (506) 2640 1132

A stylish hotel in Santa Teresa with private bungalows for 2 - 4 people. Each bungalow has a queen size and single bed, room safe, a/c, TV, mini fridge and terrace to the garden. Pool with jacuzzi and sun deck area. A few steps from Santa Teresa's best point break.

» www.manalahotel.com

Cuesta Arriba

2 Dorms, 6 Rooms
Near the Beach
Night: $15 - $50
AC, TV, Pool
Tel. (506) 2640 0607

A Colonial-style hotel surrounded by tropical gardens with dorm-style cabinas, as well as private AC rooms. Communal kitchen, TV/ DVD room, resting areas and a sparkling pool in the landscaped garden. Breakfast with coffe and toast included.

» www.santateresacostarica.com

Hotel Raratonga

4 Rooms, 2 Apartments
Near the Beach
Night: $45, $90 / 2, 4 p
AC, Pool
Tel. (506) 2640 0475

A very small, well-kept hotel built entirely of woods. Four comfortable rooms and two 2-bedrooms apartment with a/c, fully equipped kitchen and private sitting porch. All rooms are quietly located away from the road looking out to the garden.

» www.santateresabeachhotel.com

Mariposa Beach Homes

3 Houses
Beachfront
Night: $250 - $950 / 2, 6 p
AC, TV, Pool
Tel. (506) 8931 0511

3 lovely private villas for rent dispersed on a 3 acre gated residential complex by the beach. The vacation rental homes differ in size, shape and features but they are all fully equipped, ample and tastefully appointed. 3 houses come with an own pool.

» www.mariposavacationhomes.com

Casa Tortuga

1 House
Beachfront
Night: $450 / 6 p
AC, TV, Pool
Tel. (506) 2640 0683

Beautiful 2-story beach vacation rental house in a secure gated complex, surrounded by tropical gardens. 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, large, fully equipped kitchen with living room, which opens to the social area on the terrace. Pool with gazebo and BBQ.

» See details

Surf Vista Villas

4 Apartments
Ocean View
Night: $80 - $125 / 1 - 3 p
AC
Tel. (506) 2640 0617

A serene setting on a hilltop, surrounded by jungle and with commanding ocean views. In a big two-story building are four very spacious apartments with panorama windows, kitchen, bathroom and private porch or balcony. Ping-pong table, 2 BBQs.

» See details

Villa Mango

1 Villa
Ocean View
Night: $250 / 2 - 6 p
Tel. (001) 760 208 5370

A 3-bedrooms, 3-bathrooms villa within short walking distance to the beach. All bedrooms and living are fronted by their own terrace or balcony with 180 degree ocean view. Full kitchen, living room, room safes, laundry room.

» See details

Villas Santa Teresa

4 Villas
Almost Beachfront
Night: $250, Week: $1,200
AC, Pool
Tel. (506) 2640 1028

A few steps from the beach are these beautifully designed villas, arranged around the pool area. Each villa has a fully equipped kitchen, living room, AC bedroom with queen size bed, and bathroom. Screened windows open to the covered verandah.

» www.villassantateresa.com

Blue Surf Sanctuary

4 Bungalows
Near the Beach
Night: $125 - $145 / 2, 4 p
AC, TV, Pool
Tel. (506) 2640 1001

A boutique hotel with 4 well appointed, individually styled bungalows fronted by balconies. Cozy rancho with open-air kitchen and communal area with TV/DVD, set by a sparkling pool area in the garden. Billabong sponsored surf school.

» www.bluesurfsanctuary.com

Red Palm Villas

3 Villas, 2 Suites
Beachfront
Night: $225 - $645 / 2, 4 p
AC
Tel. (506) 2640 0447

Two exclusive beachfront villas, perfect for a tropical honeymoon and relaxation. The villas are designed with exquisite taste and plushly outfitted with deluxe amenities. Set back into the garden are two comfortable suites and a garden villa for rent.

» www.redpalmvillas.com

All rates are indicated for High Season (Jan - April)
WiFi Internet is available in nearly all hotels.

Hotels in Santa Teresa /Playa Hermosa

See hotel locations on the » Santa Teresa Area Map

Hotel Milarepa

4 Bungalows
Beachfront
Night: $175 - $200 / 2 p
Pool, Restaurant
Tel. (506) 2640 0023

A romantic, Indonesian-inspired beachfront hotel with bungalows interspersed among the palm trees. The bungalows are open to nature, and feature antique four poster beds with mosquito netting, ocean view veranda and open-sky bathroom.

» www.milarepahotel.com

El Rey Patricio

2 Bungalows, 2 Rooms
Beachfront
Night: $90 - $180 / 2 - 4 p
Restaurant
Tel. (506) 2640 0248

A stylish and cozy hotel backed by the jungle and with awesome beaches on its doorstep. Romantic guest rooms or private bungalows, all with balconies or patios facing the sea. Dining and chill-out areas in the artistically designed Mexican rancho.

» www.elreypatricio.com

Pranamar Villas & Yoga Retreat

6 Villas, 3 Bungalows, 1 House
Beachfront
Night: $220 - $350 / 2 p
AC, Pool, Restaurant, Yoga
Tel. (506) 2640 0852

A blissful, consciously designed oceanfront resort and yoga retreat with elegantly designed bungalows and 2-story villas on the beach or by the ondulating saltwater pool. Luscious tropical gardens on a spectacular beach, health food restaurant.

» www.pranamarvillas.com

Hotel Villas Hermosas

3 Villas, 1 Suite
Beachfront
Night: $225 - $275 / 2-4 p
AC, TV, Pool
Tel. (506) 2640 0630

A charming boutique hotel on a stunning swimming beach. Three sumptuous poolside family villas and one beachfront honeymoon suite, all with kitchen and living room. Adults pool and kids pool, thatch-roofed rancho and BBQ place.

» www.villashermosas.com

Villas Orishas

2 Villas
Near the Beach
Night: $100, $170 / 2, 6 p
AC, TV
Tel. (506) 8813 1789

An intimate hideaway a shell's throw from the calm beach of Manzanillo. Two luxurious villas with one or two bedrooms privately set into forested grounds. Spacious indoor and outdoor living areas with cozy courtyard and ocean view balcony.

» www.villasorishas.com