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Beautiful beach near Mal Pais. Pacific coast, Costa Rica.
Beautiful beach near Mal Pais. Pacific coast, Costa Rica.
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Ocio Villas Mal Pais

Ocio Villas Mal Pais

4 out of 5
From the ICE tower 500 mts South Cóbano Puntarenas
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cóbano. Enjoy free parking, private plunge pools and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (83 reviews)
Stayed in one of the larger units and it was very impressive with a private pool and amazing view. Hospitality from Mariano was top notch and he helped us booked a sunset horseback ride on the beach which was a highlight of the trip. Unique property up in the jungle of Mal Pais, so you will be best ...

Reviewed on 21 Feb, 2026

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Ocio Villas Mal Pais
Hotel Vista de Olas

Hotel Vista de Olas

3 out of 5
Vista De Olas Cóbano Puntarenas
The price is S$215 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
S$215
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cóbano. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Santa Teresa Beach and Playa Mal País are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (35 reviews)
I did Excellent Roger the owner very nice Deluxe Room Sunset unbelievable Pool Very clean and big 10/10 Love it Food excellent and reasonable price ! Stop looking In Santa Theresa This is the Place Walk on the beach to Main Street Bakerie Mium Mium

Reviewed on 5 Jan, 2026

Hotel Vista de Olas
Zunya

Zunya

3.5 out of 5
2.5 km south from Santa Teresa Cóbano Puntarenas
Stay at this beach hotel in Cóbano. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Santa Teresa Beach and Playa Mal País are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Beautiful hotel with the best food for vegan/vegetarian the staff are all lovely! would stay here a thousand nights!

Reviewed on 24 Aug, 2024

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Surfside Apartments Playa Mar Azul

Surfside Apartments Playa Mar Azul

4 out of 5
Malpais - Delicias Shortcut Cóbano Puntarenas Province
Stay at this apartment in Cóbano. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Santa Teresa Beach and Playa Mal País are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Excelente propiedad nueva! Muy conveniente

Reviewed on 30 Jan, 2025

Surfside Apartments Playa Mar Azul
Villa Nimbu

Villa Nimbu

3.5 out of 5
Del Restaurante Marys, 800 m Este Cóbano Puntarenas
Stay at this villa in Cóbano. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Santa Teresa Beach and Playa Mal País are located ...
Villa Nimbu
Aduana House

Aduana House

3.5 out of 5
C. Maoritsio Cobano Provincia de Puntarenas
Stay at this holiday home in Cóbano. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 7 beach bars. Popular attractions Santa Teresa Beach and Carmen Beach are located ...
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Popular places to visit

Montezuma Falls

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Montezuma Falls during your travels in Montezuma. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Montezuma Falls

Cabuya Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cabuya Island during your travels in Cóbano. You can seek out the surfing spots and yoga studios in this relaxing area.

Cabuya Island

Montezuma Gardens

You can find out about the history of Montezuma with a visit to Montezuma Gardens. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Montezuma Gardens

Romelia Wildlife Refuge

Explore the great outdoors at Romelia Wildlife Refuge, a lovely green space in Cóbano. You can seek out the surfing spots and yoga studios in this relaxing area.

Romelia Wildlife Refuge

Montezuma School

Walk around the campus at Montezuma School during your stay in Montezuma. Stroll along the beaches or discover the area's waterfalls.

Montezuma School

Montezuma Catholic Church

Montezuma Catholic Church is just one of the places to see in Montezuma, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the beaches or discover the area's waterfalls.

Montezuma Catholic Church

Things to do

Full Day Tour to Tortuga Island from Jaco

Full Day Tour to Tortuga Island from Jaco

S$186
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Tour to Tortuga Island from Jaco
Bioluminescence and sunset

Bioluminescence Experience from Curú Wildlife Refuge

S$76
per adult
Bioluminescence Experience from Curú Wildlife Refuge
Surf Lessons, Summer 2025! Santa Teresa North, Costa Rica

Surf Lessons, Santa Teresa North, Costa Rica

S$89
per adult
Surf Lessons, Santa Teresa North, Costa Rica
Paquera: Sunset and Bioluminescence Evening Kayaking Tour

Paquera: Sunset and Bioluminescence Evening Kayaking Tour

S$51
per adult
Paquera: Sunset and Bioluminescence Evening Kayaking Tour
3 Hours of Whale and Dolphin Watching in Puntarenas

Whale and Dolphin Watching in Puntarenas

S$134
per adult
Whale and Dolphin Watching in Puntarenas
Isla Tortuga Snorkeling Tour

Isla Tortuga Snorkeling Tour

S$89
per adult
Isla Tortuga Snorkeling Tour
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