Santa Teresa, Malpais, an incredible
untouched surf spot in Costa Rica.

Unlike other famous and crowded surf spots of Costa Rica, surfing Malpais is a whole different experience compared
to surfing in Tamarindo and surfing in Jaco:


Surfing in Santa Teresa / Malpais is considered among surfers to be one of the best surfing spots in Costa Rica, with world class waves, gold sand beach with a beautiful green backdrop.

Mal País / Santa Teresa is located on the southern part of Nicoya Peninsula. Mal Pais / Santa Teresa is still an undeveloped, small community, ideal for surfers looking for a remote surfing experience. No nightlife, no big hotels and shopping centers; just the best weather, sun, virgin nature and full year - consistent waves to get the best of your surfing vacations in Costa Rica.

Most people have been surfing in other famous, crowded surfing spots like Tamarindo and Jaco; we invite you to come over to Santa Teresa, Malpais and enjoy a wonderful surf travel.

Where to Stay:


There are serveral surf camps near by, but if you truly want to experience a confortable stay and get the best ifrom your surf vacation, come visit us at Esencia Hotel and Villas. We offers you the choice between ten marvelous, close to the beach, independent and fully equiped private villas and eight pool view rooms.

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Mal Pais surfing spots:

  • El Carmen
  • Santa Teresa
  • Playa Hermosa
  • Playa de Los Suecos
  • Punta Barrigona

How to get to Malpais /Santa Teresa to start an
unforgettable surfing vacation experience:


Esencia Hotel is located just a few steps away from a Santa Teresa Beach, a marvellous white sand beach!. It is also very close to Montezuma, Malpais and Carmen Beaches, famous for their natural beauty and worldwide recognition as important surf spots.

Going to Mal Pais by Car
Mal País is accessed by taking a ferry from Puntarenas and then driving about 1 hour on mostly paved road into town.

Going to Mal Pais By Bus
You can use the Direct bus service (daily schedule) : San José-Malpais-Santa Teresa.

Going to Mal Pais By Plane
Just a 20 minute flight on Nature Air or Sansa

We can help you plan your itinerary:


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Playa Santa Teresa Malpaís, Puntarenas. Costa Rica
Contact Us - Phone: (506) 2640-0420 • Fax: (506) 2640-0381 - (506) 2221-8030
E-mail: reservations@esenciahotel.com
 
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