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Our top choices for Malpais cheap hotels

Deluxe Suite, Garden View | Terrace/patio

1. Cuatro Vientos Costa Rica

Cuatro Vientos Costa Rica
2.0 star property
Cóbano
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Great stay at Cuatro Vientos. Quiet and relaxing property in Mal Pais. Close to the scuba diving boats."
Canada
Dom
The price is ￥3,310
￥5,314 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Cuatro Vientos Costa Rica
Interior entrance

2. Havana Lodge

Havana Lodge
2.5 star property
Cóbano
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (35 reviews)
"Such a beautiful stay, we loved the pool area and could have stayed here our whole trip!"
United States
Bethany
The price is ￥10,851
￥12,261 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Havana Lodge
Studio Standard | Pool

3. Shark Town Mal Pais

Shark Town Mal Pais
3.0 star property
Cóbano
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Clean, neat, friendly. "
Canada
Tao
The price is ￥9,633
￥10,886 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Shark Town Mal Pais
2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

4. Hotel Vista de Olas

Hotel Vista de Olas
3.0 star property
Cóbano
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (39 reviews)
"Very nice stay at hotel Olas Vistas in Santa Teresa Greatly located overlooking the bay Pool with amazing views for sunset Great place for vacation"
France
arnaud
The price is ￥19,832
￥22,410 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Hotel Vista de Olas
Outdoor pool

5. Villas Luna de Miel

Villas Luna de Miel
3.0 star property
Cóbano
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6 reviews)
"Great location near the beach and away from the dust and traffic of Carmen and Santa Teresa. Clean comfortable with well equipped kitchen. "
United States
William
The price is ￥15,740
￥17,786 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Villas Luna de Miel
Exterior

6. Ocio Villas Mal Pais

Ocio Villas Mal Pais
4.0 star property
Cóbano
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (97 reviews)
"Great villa. Amazing views. Very helpful staff"
Canada
Claude
The price is ￥32,013
￥40,109 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Ocio Villas Mal Pais
Luxury Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Poolside | Living area | TV

7. Surfside Apartments Playa Mar Azul

Surfside Apartments Playa Mar Azul
4.0 star property
Cóbano
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Clean, beautiful property, great hosts and service."
Canada
Erick
The price is ￥20,718
￥23,412 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Surfside Apartments Playa Mar Azul
Exterior

8. Bahia Rooms

Bahia Rooms
3.0 star property
Cóbano
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"I stayed over 10 hotels in Costa Rica. This is the best. Just book this if you see this review. No regrets. "
Singapore
Wen Xuan Rachel
The price is ￥19,823
￥22,400 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Bahia Rooms
Villa, 4 Bedrooms, Ocean View | Living room | 72-inch LED TV with digital channels

9. Villa Bahia

Villa Bahia
3.5 star property
Cóbano
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Todo excelente! Solo que excesivamente costosa. "
Mexico
MICHAEL ARAYA
The price is ￥41,371
￥52,335 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Villa Bahia
Outdoor pool

10. Villa Nimbu

Villa Nimbu
3.5 star property
Cóbano
The price is ￥233,796
￥264,189 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 7 - Aug 8
Villa Nimbu
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What is Malpais like for travelers on a budget?
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When is the best time for a budget trip to Malpais?
Weather is probably a major factor when you plan your trip to Malpais, and keep in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. 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?
Malpais is known for its sunsets and offers things to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then fill your itinerary with activities that are easy on the wallet. If you're looking to enjoy the area's natural beauty, you can get outdoors at Playa Mal País, Carmen Beach, or Santa Teresa Beach.
How can I get to Malpais and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Malpais is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The closest airport is 6.4 mi (10.3 km) away from the center in Cóbano Airport (ACO). However, if that doesn't suit your budget, you can book a flight to Tambor (TMU), located 12.4 mi (20 km) away. Malpais might not have many public transit options so renting a car could be a reasonable alternative to explore the area.