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OCEANView Jungle House2 5mn from Santa Teresa
Située à 5 min en voiture du centre (Playa Carmen, Santa Teresa, Malpais), notre maison est logée au cœur d’une jungle préservée où vous pourrez vous laisser transporter par la nature. Toucans, singes, coatis font partie de ce merveilleux décor. Cette maison neuve, de 2022, se veut accueillante et confortable. L’ambiance de la maison a été choisie pour être en harmonie avec la nature avec un mobilier et une décoration en bois, tout en étant moderne et fonctionnel. Très bonne connexion wifi 5G.

Tropical Penthouse • Pool View Balcony • Nr Beach
Absorb the charm and rhythm of beautiful Mal Pais. Our spacious penthouse is set back in a tropical oasis with a cozy indoor setup which opens up to a huge tropical pool view balcony. Walk to the beautiful beaches and tide pools. Near the best surf spots! Quiet location, yet a short 10 min drive to downtown's main bustle where you'll find excellent dining options and a fun nightlife. Grocery store, brewery and pizzeria around the corner. Purified water on tap! Fiber Optic WiFi ⚡️ 100 Mbps

Casita Silencio - Luxury, sea and jungle views.
The beautiful Casita Silencio is a romantic and secluded haven. Nestled above the quaint fishing village of Mal Pais, it is fringed by Cabo Blanco nature Reserve, with stunning jungle and ocean views. Silencio offers you and your partner the opportunity to truly embrace Costa Rica’s wildlife including Capuchin and Howler monkeys as well exotic birds. A truly unique experience! Silencio is one of 2 very private casitas ( Tranquilo the other) on the 9 acre gated estate that is Brisas del Cabo.

Studio Aloha
Just MINUTES’ WALK to the BEACHE of Malpais, and only 700m from Santa Teresa’s crossroad, our peaceful escape is perfectly balanced with a lively town vibe. This modern home sits in a lush retreat community with 24h security and a gorgeous shared pool near by restaurants, banks, and shops. The stylish studio features flexible sleeping, exquisite kitchen, cozy living area, and outdoor deck with a superb BBQ grill. Off the main road for peaceful quiet, warmly hosted and loved by guests.

House of the Earth and the Sea - stunning luxury
Escape to La Casa Tierra y el Mar: A romantic luxurious mountain top sanctuary where architecture meets wilderness in Costa Rica's Nicoya Peninsula. Breathtaking ocean views, plunge pool, and wildlife at your doorstep. Gourmet kitchen, indoor outdoor living. Moments from pristine beaches, this architectural marvel offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and adventure. Your secure and completely private tropical dream retreat awaits—where extraordinary design meets untamed nature.

House in private compound! Walk to Beach. AC-WiFi
Lapislazuli House & Apartments is a gated 3-unit neighborhood in Santa Teresa. This Bali-inspired House is fully equipped and just a 3-minute walk away from the beach. The shared pool is perfect for a refreshing dip while enjoying a drink! Located off the main road and close to Santa Teresa Downtown, this is the ideal spot for a peaceful escape. Enjoy a stylish and comfortable retreat with easy access to all amenities and private parking for your vehicle. Pura Vida and welcome!

The Rock House: Oceanview w/ Private Infinity Pool
THE ROCK HOUSE is a contemporary style home boasting EXQUISITE VIEWS OF THE PACIFIC. This two-story house sits on a 3 acre hillside property surrounded by the jungle providing a very PRIVATE and TRANQUIL backdrop for your tropical getaway. With beautiful indoor/outdoor design elements and just steps from the INFINITY POOL, the house features a spacious kitchen, dining area, living room and bathroom on the first level and TWO MASTER SUITES with private bathrooms and a balcony upstairs.

Mambo's Dream Villa - Endless Coastline View
This newly constructed, modern styled villa is a perfect place to relax and take in the stunning ocean and coastline views. This modern open layout with fully opening bi fold doors will allow you to fully take in paradise but with the comforts of home. Our villa sits on top of the mountain with private gated access only. Our property care takers live on the property to ensure our guests receive the best service, security and are available if needed at anytime. Welcome to paradise!

Villa Lasai - Brand New Luxury Villa
Villa Lasai is a 280m² luxury 3 Bedroom vacation home, built on 2 levels and sleeps up to 6 people. Elegantly constructed with a great mix of tropical architecture, styled with materials such as exposed polished concrete and natural stone as the indoor and outdoor areas blend together. Facing the ocean and jungle, enjoy the view from the 25m² saltwater pool. Villa Lasai is conveniently located less than a 3 minute drive to the world-class surfing beaches and downtown Santa Teresa.

Ocean View with Private Pool - Santa Teresa Beach
Casa Copal is a beautiful new home, overlooking the jungle and surf above Santa Teresa. The house is perfectly located, less than a 10 minute walk to amazing white sand beaches and surf breaks, as well as some of the best restaurants in town, while still offering tons of privacy. Surrounded by lush jungle and breathtaking views, you're secluded enough to get away from it all, but still so close to town you can walk. The most ideal location, you get the best of both worlds here!

Aysana Jungle House – Ocean View 5 mn to St Teresa
Welcome to Aysana Jungle House, a modern home nestled in the heart of nature, just 5 minutes by car from the beaches and the center of Santa Teresa. Perched above the jungle canopy, the house offers stunning views of the jungle and the ocean, with beautiful sunsets. Designed for a relaxing stay, the house combines clean design, comfort, and serenity. It can accommodate up to 4 guests and provides everything you need to feel at home, surrounded by nature.

Purapura _Jungle House w/ pool, walk to beach
Apartamento JUNGLE HOUSE Precioso alojamiento a nivel de jardín y piscina, con una amplia terraza, en una ubicación inmejorable en Santa Teresa. A distancia a pie de la playa, los mejores restaurantes y tiendas. Nuestro Jungle House dispone de piscina que comparte con otros huéspedes, con vistas al atardecer. Un alojamiento cómodo y céntrico, que te brinda todo lo que necesitas. Solo 300m de la playa Santa Teresa (4 minutos caminando)
Popular amenities for Malpaís family-friendly rentals
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Ocean View Luxury Tree House

Pristine Ocean+Jungle view | Salt Pool | Hot Tub |

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Zula Home | 2 BR | walk to beach | safe parking!

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Casa Opale : Pool & Ocean View

2BR Ocean View Villa • Infinity Pool • Near Beach

The OPAM Camper

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Santa Teresa Surf Villa Sea View & Private Pool

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Jungle Oasis w/ Pool - walk to beach – Sea Monkey

Stay in Santa Teresa! Private Condo. AC/Wi-Fi/Pool

Villa Perla De Mar | Ocean Views & walk to beach

Modern villa North Santa Teresa walk to surf

Modern loft in Mal País, minutes from Santa Teresa

2 BR |Cold Plunge & Pool |Starlink |2 Min to Beach

Villa Gaia with Ocean Jungle Views, Thea Resort

Beachfront Villa Akoya | Center of Santa Teresa
When is the best time to visit Malpaís?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $493 NZD | $404 NZD | $395 NZD | $395 NZD | $301 NZD | $287 NZD | $336 NZD | $287 NZD | $261 NZD | $232 NZD | $320 NZD | $505 NZD |
| Avg. temp | 23°C | 24°C | 24°C | 25°C | 24°C | 24°C | 24°C | 24°C | 24°C | 23°C | 23°C | 23°C |
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130 of Malpaís holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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4.8 Average rating
Malpaís stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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