Manala Hotel

Manala Hotel, across from the surf in Santa Teresa

Manala is a small hotel of independent bungalows in Santa Teresa, Mal País, right opposite the beach, about 100 meters from the water. It is built for surfers, but the bungalows are big enough for a small family or a group of friends. It suits anyone who wants to wake up, check the waves and be in the water a few minutes later.

Why we choose it

• The surf across the road. The beach and its surf break are about 100 meters away, ideal for learning, practising or watching from the sand.
• Bungalows with space. Two queen beds, a separate sitting area and a big outdoor seating area give a family or friends room to spread out.
• Accessible. One of the bungalows is designed for guests with disabilities, which is still rare in Santa Teresa.

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Rooms and views

Every unit at Manala is an independent bungalow, built in a mix of Mediterranean and Caribbean style. Each has two queen beds, a seating area with sofas and chairs, and a spacious outside seating area, so there is plenty of room after a day of surfing.

They sleep a small family or three or four friends, which makes Manala a good fit for a surf trip together.

On the property

The pool sits among the bungalows, with a jacuzzi beside it, and there is a restaurant on site. Monkeys and tropical birds are regular visitors to the gardens, and the jungle comes right down to the road.

In the evening, walk across to the beach for the sunset, then into the village, which has plenty of small bars and restaurants.

Location and getting there

The hotel is in Santa Teresa, on the Pacific side of the Nicoya Peninsula, opposite the beach. From here we arrange surf lessons, waterfall hikes, ATV rides and a day at Cabo Blanco National Park.

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