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Dreams At Sea
Our family really enjoyed this home - especially seeing the monkeys, having great swings for our daughter to play on, and an amazing rooftop view!! When the pool pump was not working properly, Rafal was there very quickly to fix the timer and was very personable. When in this area, we would definitely stay here again.

Casa Doña Luisa, Beachfront & Surf Secret Spot
Casa Dona Luisa is a beautiful gem with a semiprivate beach out its front door. It's located just far enough outside of Santa Teresa to be quiet but still centrally located to all the great activities. Maykol was a wealth of knowledge and beyond helpful in assisting always with any vacation questions we had. I'd stay here again if we make it back to the Nicoya Peninsula.

Montezuma ocean view, Wildlife, Eco
As everyone says it's hard to describe. If you are looking for a convenient, sterile, cookie cutter hotel, this may not be for you. But if you want to emerse yourself in nature and environment, this is a total paradise. Joachim went above and beyond to attend to our needs

Modern Family Villa across from Beach-Pet Friendly
Close to fishing village. Nice pool. Excellent private sheltered parking space. Good price.

Villa KAI , in the Heart of Santa Teresa
Great place. Tucked away but still close enough to walk to most places you'd want to see

Luxurious Villa Sofia with Private Pool!
Great place, the pool was awesome. Lots of wildlife in the neighborhood. Local restaurant was great and store on site had all what we needed.

Salty House, surf side in Paradise!!!
We had a great stay at this beautiful Airbnb! Clean, cosy, fantastic backyard where you’ll see a lot of animals, good location & easy to check-in. Amelia helped us with everything and made sure we had a pleasant stay, thank you again! Would definitely come back.

Malpais “Finquita”
I know Mal País and Santa Tere for over 20 years and I HAVE NEVER HAD AN EXPERIENCE LIKE THIS THANKS TO PABLO and his FINQUITA! If you are looking for the place of your dreams in the place of your dreams , don't hesitate ! This beautiful place complements paradise, it has EVERYTHING , what a traveler dreams and more! TOTALLY PRIVATE, but at the same time with a perfect location, with a supermarket 1 min walk super equipped with Vinos y Cortes Premium Meat, seafood, seasonal fruits and a 10 min walk to a fish market! The house is beautiful , the spacious rooms, the kitchen a dream , the A/C really ice cream, TV with Netflix wowwwww!!! Thank you Pablo for making my instance amazing, I arrived in the morning and always attentive to me! I hope and wish to return , is that you fall short with the description, a huge garden, space for several vehicles, patio , a huge room… I swear to come back !!!
Beachfront home rentals with a pool

Beach Condo at Playa Carmen
Absolutely loved my stay here! The location is perfect—everything is walkable. The beach and surf spot are just down the block, with great food options and a supermarket right across the street. The condo was clean, easy to cook in, and felt secure thanks to on-site security. I felt safe and comfortable the entire time. Would definitely stay here again!

Firefly Beach Cottage- A Slice of Paradise
We loved staying at firefly! Perfectly private and easily accessible to restaurants/night life! Hosts were incredible. We would happily stay again!

Amazing beach house on peaceful Bahía Bellena
Look no further for your next beach getaway! This vacation rental is an absolute dream, exceeding every expectation for a perfect seaside escape. From the moment you step inside, you're enveloped in a feeling of pure comfort and relaxation. Unforgettable Comfort and Charm The house is incredibly roomy, offering ample space for everyone to spread out and unwind without ever feeling cramped. Yet, despite its generous size, it retains an undeniably cozy atmosphere. Imagine sinking into plush sofas after a day in the sun, surrounded by tasteful decor that whispers "beach vacation." It's the kind of place where you instantly feel at home. Impeccable Cleanliness and Thoughtful Amenities Every corner of this house sparkles with cleanliness. It's clear the owner Jeannette takes immense pride in maintaining a pristine environment, which allows you to truly relax from the moment you arrive.

Luxury 4BR Beach Villa with Pool, Top 1% of Airbnb
Ramona is the most outstanding host I have ever encountered while using Airbnb. This trip was to celebrate a birthday and our stay was nothing short of perfect. Ramona was so responsive and checked in on us via chat throughout the stay to ensure we had a very smooth stay. Her home is just breathtaking and her assistance with getting my itinerary together which included a private chef, transportation, and excursions in such a short timeframe, I was speechless!! I cannot stop telling my friends about my experience and am already planning a trip back in 2026! Thank you so much for the unforgettable experience Ramona!

#1 ARBNB Private Beach/ Pool + 7 local beaches!
We loved our stay at Christy's villa. The communication was great from beginning to end. She had some great recommendations on what to do and people we could use for tours. The villa was clean, it had a lovely pool, good internet connection, and has everything you need if you are cooking your own meals. The neighborhood grocery store was a little pricey, but convenient and had a great selection of items. The villa is in a gated community and felt very safe. The restaurant on site has good food and it's fun. I would recommend staying here!

Beachside Apartment with Pool.
Everything was very good, everything was very quiet, Lisandro was always available

Villa #4 Santa Teresa Steps to the beach
We had a wonderful stay at Villas Santa Teresa. Tomas, Alan, Joanna and Javier were always very helpful with anything we needed. Javier helped with our flat tire which was very much appreciated! They made reservations at a beautiful restaurant for us to celebrate a milestone birthday, which was an amazing evening:) Its a perfect peaceful location, a little outside of town but close enough to everything we needed. A 2 minute walk to the most beautiful beach, where we spent hours walking and exploring. A 10 minute drive to town to get groceries. We had an SUV which worked for us but an ATV/motorbike would have possibly been better. The villa was so clean and comfortable, had everything we needed and the hammocks were magical!

Oceanfront Luxury: Your Family Beach Escape
We had the best time staying here with our 3 kids ages 5,4,2. We appreciated the pool toys and games that were available to us while we stayed. The condo was super clean and the community felt very safe. We would definitely stay here again!
Private beachfront home rentals

AMOI Villa 'R' - walk to beach
Perfect stay. House was clean, lovely Noëli came every day for cleaning. Location ist perfect for Surfing. Nice Restaurants and a small Supermarkt in walking distance. Thank you. We totally enjoyed being here.

House Malpais 2 min walking distance to the beach
We had a great stay at Dreams on Wheels! Location was super close to the beach and walkable to all Santa Teresa hotspots. We felt right at home and Davide is a great host: he shared loads of tips and was very responsive when we had to leave early because of a personal emergency. We would definitely recommend staying here!

Tropical Garden Bungalow #2/Pachamama Lodge
Overall, we had a great stay at Pachamama! The property and surroundings are amazing, and the bungalow has just (but only just) the things you need to stay here for a longer period. An important note is that the WiFi is terrible and the place is not at all suited for remote work. Also, the lookout which looks so amazing on the photos is abandoned. The place is still wonderful though, and even though they had some troubles with maintaining some of the conveniences promised, we fully enjoyed being here and recommend it to others!

Studio Mar- 2 min walk to the Beach Surf & Sun
The place is charming, it has everything, a pleasant homely atmosphere. The kitchen is very well equipped, the bathroom and shower are pleasant. The location is really central but quiet and close to the beach and restaurants and shops. The hostess was amazing and helped us with everything we needed immediately and happily. We had a great time! Recommend 😊

Casa Lupita minimalist, comfortable!
Place was great. Really convenient for Santa Teresa, which was awesome. We were there for a week and wished we had stayed longer

Lovely studio - Great food & surf on the doorstep!
Amazing apartment in a great location, perfect for a couple/single, fully equipped kitchen and a cool shower

Private Malpaís Bungalow, Beach-Adjacent
great place! clean and quiet :)

Villa Sereno
We loved staying at this home! The location is excellent. Alessandra is very communicative and responsive. The bed was super comfortable, and it was great having a full kitchen. Would recommend.
Quick stats about beachfront rentals in Malpais
Total rentals
10 properties
Nightly prices starting at
$67 NZD before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
350 reviews
Pet-friendly rentals
10 properties allow pets
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10 properties have a pool
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10 properties have a dedicated workspace
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- Jaco Beach
- Santa Teresa
- Tambor Beach
- Playa Mal País
- Los Delfines Golf and Country Club
- Playa Cuevas
- Hotel Punta Leona
- Playa del Ostional
- Playa Santa Teresa
- Playa Boca Barranca
- La Iguana Golf Course
- Carara National Park
- Surf Bikini Retreat
- Diria National Park
- Vibert's Secret Spot - Surf & Fishing Charter
- Playa de Nosara
- Barra Honda National Park
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