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Our top choices for Malpais hostels

1. Surf Paradise

Cobano

Mike

￥7,060 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

2. Believe Surf & Yoga Lodge Santa Teresa - Hostel

Cóbano

Garrett

￥7,191 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 6 - Aug 7

3. The Cafecito Surf School & Guesthouse

Cobano

￥8,538 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

4. Habitat Surf Glamp

Cóbano

"Migliorerei solo la pulizia le lenzuola profumavano pulito e terra era pulitissimo anche il bagno comune di sotto poteva essere pulito più spesso. Idem per la piccola piscina che non invogliava l’ingresso. Per il resto il personale è stato simpatico e molto disponibile, la posizione è ottimo da sulla spiaggia di Santa Teresa ristoranti e servizi. Ovunque. Possibilità di noleggio bici molto apprezzata !"

Denise

￥6,723 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

5. Dream Surf House Santa Teresa

Cóbano

"Helt ok. Fint design, men ikke særlig praktisk. Utrolig lytt på alle rom. Det er en stor åpning inn til badet på privatrom, som gjør at mange insekter og dyr kommer inn på rommet. Dorm har ikke aircondition, kun vifte. Frokost er helt ok, lite utvalg. Fin beliggenhet til playa hermosa, men veldig langt unna alt annet. Avhengig av taxi eller atv/bil for å kunne gjøre noe annet enn å være på Dreamsea / stranden. Veldig god soda rett i nærheten og en liten dagligvare - dog er denne dyrere enn...

Anonymous traveler

￥14,222 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

6. Family Wolf El Chorro

Paquera

￥7,650 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

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Top Malpais Hotel Reviews

Banana Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Everything about this place was amazing. Delfina our host was the sweetest. She was so helpful answering any questions. This is my second time here and will continue to come back."

Tango Mar Beachfront Boutique Hotel & Villas

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great stay at Tango Mar. The owner always greeted us each day to see how we were or how our day was. The staff were so friendly and helpful, and the food was delicious! I took advantage of the spa and had an incredible massage. Gorgeous views of the ocean right out your window and the multiple pools to cool off in with the heat. Swimming beaches were a short drive away if you wanted to swim in the ocean."

Hotel Tropico Latino

10/10 Excellent

"Very unique beach front property with quaint bungalows, beach access, very nice pool, yoga studio and adjacent spa. The food at the beach front farm to table restaurant was excellent and all of the staff were very professional, kind, helpful and attentive. Loved the included breakfast and free yoga class. Close to other restaurants and stores in Santa Teresa. Great location, beautiful beach and amazing sunsets! Pura Vida!"

Nya Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We absolutely loved our stay at this hotel! The food was excellent, with every meal exceeding our expectations. The staff was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and always willing to help, which made our experience even more enjoyable. The rooms were beautiful, comfortable, and very well maintained, and the amenities were fantastic. Everything about the property made for a relaxing and memorable stay. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting the Montezuma or Santa Teresa area. Even if you’re not staying at the hotel, I strongly recommend stopping by for a meal—the food alone is worth the visit. Overall, a wonderful place that we would gladly return to!"

Ylang Ylang Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent

"I traveled with my wife and two kids. The property is just in front of the beach and you are surrounded by jungle. The rooms are excellent, the staff is amazing and the food was delicious. It is very private and you can walk through amazing trails to nearby beaches. There is parking on site. Do consider driving a 4x4 so you can get all the way to the hotel as there is a short drive on sand before reaching the property. If not, no worries, you can leave your car in the hotel Sano Banano, and they will arrange a shuttle for you. I will definitely go back."

Hotel Nantipa - A Tico Beach Experience

10/10 Excellent

"My daughter and I planned a girls trip and we couldn’t have been happier. The staff, shoutout to Sebastian and Karla, could t have been more knowledgeable and helpful. Harry the GM gave us a lot of good suggestions for local spots. We went fishing and caught mahi mahi and yellow fin and Chef made us some amazing meals from that catch. Memories for a lifetime!"

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What are the best hostels in Malpais?

Our customers like these places to stay in the surrounding area, and they may have reasonable rates: Ocio Villas Mal Pais - 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from the heart of Malpais. Located within a 5-minute walk of Santa Teresa Beach. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool at this hostel. Hotel Vista de Olas - 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from the heart of Malpais. Located within a 5-minute walk of Santa Teresa Beach. You can take advantage of free WiFi and tour assistance at this guesthouse.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Malpais?

The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually March and February with an average temp of 80°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 79°F. The rainiest months in Malpais are October, August, June, and July, with each month seeing an average of 19 inches of rainfall.

What is there to see and do in Malpais?

Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might appreciate these things around Malpais. Get out into nature with places like Playa Mal País, Carmen Beach, and Santa Teresa Beach. Additional attractions include Cocal Beach, Hermosa Beach, and Montezuma Beach.

What's the best way to get to and around Malpais while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in and around Malpais in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Cóbano Airport (ACO), located 6.4 mi (10.3 km) away from the city center. Another option is Tambor (TMU), located 12.4 mi (20 km) away.

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Our top choices for Malpais hostels

1. Surf Paradise

2. Believe Surf & Yoga Lodge Santa Teresa - Hostel

3. The Cafecito Surf School & Guesthouse

4. Habitat Surf Glamp

5. Dream Surf House Santa Teresa

6. Family Wolf El Chorro

Top Malpais Hotel Reviews

Banana Beach Hotel

Hotel Santa Teresa by the Beach

Tango Mar Beachfront Boutique Hotel & Villas

Barceló Tambor

Hotel Tropico Latino

Nya Hotel

Ylang Ylang Beach Resort

Fuego Lodge

Hotel Nantipa - A Tico Beach Experience

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Our top choices for Malpais hostels

1. Surf Paradise

2. Believe Surf & Yoga Lodge Santa Teresa - Hostel

3. The Cafecito Surf School & Guesthouse

4. Habitat Surf Glamp

5. Dream Surf House Santa Teresa

6. Family Wolf El Chorro

Top Malpais Hotel Reviews

Banana Beach Hotel

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