Kalapiti Luxury Jungle Suites is a three-and-a-half pearl boutique hotel surrounded by lush gardens, a nine-minute drive from Montezuma. There are only two suites, both are infused with Moroccan elements like arched doorways, Arabian windows, and baby-blue paint-washed walls. Expect king or twin beds, cedar accents, paintings of Moroccan streetscapes, and amazing bathrooms with whirlpool tubs and open-air showers. The hotel’s gorgeous infinity pool has a waterslide, a cold-water whirlpool, and lots of lounge chairs. Hotel amenities include a shared chef’s kitchen, an outdoor grill, a steam room, and naturalist trails full of blossoming fruits, herbs, and flowers. The free breakfasts include home baked bread and pastries. There’s nothing like this hotel nearby, but for an oceanfront stay with gorgeous villas and a tasty restaurant, it might be worth the higher rates at Santa Teresa’s (a 35-minute drive) Latitude 10 Beachfront Resort.
Kalapiti Luxury Jungle Suites is a three-and-a-half pearl boutique hotel surrounded by lush gardens, a nine-minute drive from Montezuma. There are only two suites, both are infused with Moroccan elements like arched doorways, Arabian windows, and baby-blue paint-washed walls. Expect king or twin beds, cedar accents, paintings of Moroccan streetscapes, and amazing bathrooms with whirlpool tubs and open-air showers. The hotel’s gorgeous infinity pool has a waterslide, a cold-water whirlpool, and lots of lounge chairs. Hotel amenities include a shared chef’s kitchen, an outdoor grill, a steam room, and naturalist trails full of blossoming fruits, herbs, and flowers. The free breakfasts include home baked bread and pastries. There’s nothing like this hotel nearby, but for an oceanfront stay with gorgeous villas and a tasty restaurant, it might be worth the higher rates at Santa Teresa’s (a 35-minute drive) Latitude 10 Beachfront Resort.
Hotel El Jardin is a basic two-pearl hotel just a one-minute walk from Montezuma Beach. The hotel’s 14 rooms and two bungalows have teak furniture, en-suite bathrooms, and mini-fridges, but air-conditioning isn't standard and there are no TVs. Wooden bungalows are rustic, but roadside rooms will suffer from traffic noise. The steep hillside location means amazing ocean views, but the steps can be challenging to navigate for some. El Jardin’s bi-level pool is one of the best in town, with its waterfall and cold-water whirlpool. Otherwise, amenities are limited but include free coffee and tea in the mornings and free slow Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. For a beachier stay closer to the ocean, rooms and bungalows with TVs, and an on-site restaurant, it’s worth considering Luz De Mono Hotel instead.
Hotel El Jardin is a basic two-pearl hotel just a one-minute walk from Montezuma Beach. The hotel’s 14 rooms and two bungalows have teak furniture, en-suite bathrooms, and mini-fridges, but air-conditioning isn't standard and there are no TVs. Wooden bungalows are rustic, but roadside rooms will suffer from traffic noise. The steep hillside location means amazing ocean views, but the steps can be challenging to navigate for some. El Jardin’s bi-level pool is one of the best in town, with its waterfall and cold-water whirlpool. Otherwise, amenities are limited but include free coffee and tea in the mornings and free slow Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. For a beachier stay closer to the ocean, rooms and bungalows with TVs, and an on-site restaurant, it’s worth considering Luz De Mono Hotel instead.
Off-the-beaten-track and oozing Tican charm, this 22-room hotel is situated at the end of a scenic beach, within walking distance of Montezuma -- an area popular with surfers and dreadlocked expats. The property stretches across a lush rainforest nature preserve, where monkeys and exotic birds are common (so carry a camera at all times). Add in healthy breakfasts and dinners (both meals are included in the rates), and there isn't another place in Nicoya Peninsula like it. Simple accommodations include cozy Tent Cabins (without A/C) and romantic bungalows (with A/C) -- all come with empty mini-fridges. Guests also have use of an outdoor pool, spa, water sports, and an open-air yoga studio facing the sea. Free Wi-Fi and transfers to town are provided.
Off-the-beaten-track and oozing Tican charm, this 22-room hotel is situated at the end of a scenic beach, within walking distance of Montezuma -- an area popular with surfers and dreadlocked expats. The property stretches across a lush rainforest nature preserve, where monkeys and exotic birds are common (so carry a camera at all times). Add in healthy breakfasts and dinners (both meals are included in the rates), and there isn't another place in Nicoya Peninsula like it. Simple accommodations include cozy Tent Cabins (without A/C) and romantic bungalows (with A/C) -- all come with empty mini-fridges. Guests also have use of an outdoor pool, spa, water sports, and an open-air yoga studio facing the sea. Free Wi-Fi and transfers to town are provided.