Hotel Vista de Olas

Tuscan-style hotel with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa

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Dates

October 2025

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November 2025

Deluxe Villa, 1 King Bed (La Ola) | Terrace/patio

Deluxe Villa, 1 King Bed (La Ola) | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Villa (El Principio) | Balcony view

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Excellent

Popular amenities

Bar
Spa
Breakfast included
Laundry
Housekeeping

Explore the area

Vista De Olas, Mal Pais, Cóbano, Puntarenas, 5361

Place, Carmen Beach
‪18 min walk‬
Place, Playa Mal País
‪3 min drive‬
Place, Santa Teresa Beach
‪10 min drive‬
Airport, Tambor (TMU)
‪51 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Villa, 1 King Bed (La Ola)

419 sq ft
1 bedroom
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds (Junior Suite 360 Degrees)

Exceptional

850 sq ft
1 bedroom
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
2 King Beds

Deluxe Villa (El Principio)

646 sq ft
1 bedroom
Beach view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Futon

Deluxe Villa (La vista)

560 sq ft
1 bedroom
Beach view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Futon

Deluxe Villa (Yin Yang)

646 sq ft
1 bedroom
Beach view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Futon

Deluxe Villa (La Playa)

646 sq ft
1 bedroom
Beach view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Futon

Deluxe Villa (La Jardin)

549 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Malpais

Within a short walk of Carmen Beach, Hotel Vista de Olas is within a mile (2 km) of Playa Mal País. This 7-room, 3-star hotel has a full-service spa along with an outdoor pool and free self parking.

What's nearby

Carmen Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
Playa Mal País - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
Santa Teresa Beach - 10 min drive - 2.9 miles
Cocal Beach - 19 min drive - 5.7 miles
Hermosa Beach - 24 min drive - 7.2 miles

Getting around

Tambor (TMU) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

‪Banana Beach Bar & Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
‪La Doña - ‬4 min drive
‪The Bakery - ‬4 min drive
‪El Carmen - ‬5 min drive
‪Pronto Piccola Italia - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Hotel Vista de Olas

Tuscan-style hotel with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa

Guests staying at Hotel Vista de Olas enjoy access to a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available on request) for USD 35 per person one-way. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage, securing valuables, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this spa hotel include meeting rooms, a business center, and an arcade/game room.

Pillowtop beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and designer toiletries. Other standard amenities include patios, private yards, and refrigerators.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Pura Paz has couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including thalassotherapy. The spa is open daily.

Similar properties

Pool
Breakfast included
Spa
Pet friendly

$128 nightly

Oct 5 - Oct 6

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM on request
Free self parking on site
Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
2 restaurants
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A poolside bar
A swim-up bar
Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

Katsumi
Sunset Bar
Sunset Launge

Things to do

Arcade/game room
Bicycle rentals
Boat tours
Fishing
Full-service spa
Kayaking
Library
Motor boating
Outdoor pool
Snorkeling
Surfing/bodyboarding

Family friendly

Arcade/game room
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

Business center
Meeting rooms

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Garden
In the mountains
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Terrace

Full-service spa

Body scrubs
Body wraps
Couples treatment rooms
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Hot stone massages
In-room massages
Manicures/pedicures
Spa open daily
Sports massages
Swedish massages
Thalassotherapy

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

1 floor
Built in 2010
Designated smoking areas
Tuscan architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Egyptian cotton sheets
Free extra futon
Pillow menu
Pillowtop mattress
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shower
Towels provided

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Espresso maker
Refrigerator

More

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Safe
Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8 PM

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 45.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

Airport shuttle fee: USD 35 per person (one-way)
Rollaway bed fee: USD 45.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Check-in: 2 PM
Check-out: 11 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
There are no elevators.
No cribs or infant beds are available.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Vista Olas Mal Pais Cobano, Puntarenas

Hotel Vista Olas Cobano

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Hotel Vista Olas Mal Pais

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Vista De Olas Mal Pais

Hotel Vista De Olas Costa Rica/Mal Pais

Hotel Vista de Olas

Hotel Vista de Olas Hotel

Hotel Vista de Olas Cóbano

Hotel Vista de Olas Hotel Cóbano

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near Hotel Vista de Olas?

This hotel is located in Cóbano within a short 12-minute walk of Carmen Beach. You'll also find Santa Teresa Beach and Playa Mal País within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Hotel Vista de Olas?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is there a spa available at Hotel Vista de Olas?

Pura Paz is the hotel's spa and services include sports massages, deep-tissue massages, body wraps, and couples treatments.

Does Hotel Vista de Olas have a casino at the property?

No, Hotel Vista de Olas doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Vista de Olas?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Hotel Vista de Olas a good place to stay for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including in-room massages as well as an outdoor pool and a poolside bar.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Vista de Olas?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Hotel Vista de Olas have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Hotel Vista de Olas has 2 restaurants, and serves free breakfast (local cuisine) each morning.

Does Hotel Vista de Olas allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Hotel Vista de Olas.

Does Hotel Vista de Olas have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Hotel Vista de Olas?

The closest major airport to Hotel Vista de Olas is Cóbano Airport (ACO), which is 9 mi away (30 minutes by car). Another top airport is Tambor (TMU), which is located 16.9 mi away (52-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hotel Vista de Olas?

Yes, every guestroom at Hotel Vista de Olas comes with a patio with some featuring ocean or garden views.