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Santa Teresa Surf Vista Villas

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, a quick walk to Santa Teresa Beach

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Exterior detail
The Sunset Reef Suite | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Floor plan
Balcony
View from property

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
200 Meters North of Super La Hacienda, Santa Teresa, Cóbano, Puntarenas, 60111
  • Santa Teresa Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Cocal Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Hermosa Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Tambor (TMU)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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Room options

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, laptop workspace, free WiFi

The Sunset Reef Suite

  • 643 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Panoramic House

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 26
  • 12 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Superior House | Living area

Superior House

  • 600 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Terrace/patio

The Roca Mar Suite

  • 646 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, laptop workspace, free WiFi

The Nicoya Suite

  • 700 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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The Mar Azul Suite | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, laptop workspace, free WiFi

The Mar Azul Suite

  • 695 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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The Bird Cage Apartment | Pillowtop beds, in-room safe, laptop workspace, free WiFi

The Bird Cage Apartment

  • 350 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Roof Top Penthouse | View from room

The Roof Top Penthouse

  • 350 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Santa Teresa

Santa Teresa Beach is a short stroll from Santa Teresa Surf Vista Villas, and other popular attractions like Carmen Beach are within a couple of miles (3 km). This 7-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Santa Teresa Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Cocal Beach - 6 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Hermosa Beach - 11 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Playa Mal País - 16 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Manzanillo Beach - 19 min drive - 5.9 miles

Getting around

  • Tambor (TMU) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kooks Smokehouse and Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Tiquicia - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Somos Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Pronto Piccola Italia - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Banana Beach Bar & Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Santa Teresa Surf Vista Villas

Hotel with free parking, a quick walk to Santa Teresa Beach
At Santa Teresa Surf Vista Villas, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and spa services. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include express check-in, a terrace, and a banquet hall.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Climb into the pillowtop bed for a pleasant night's sleep. Kitchens, furnished balconies, and dining areas are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, and Thai massages.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • In-room massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

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

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Fan
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in is easy with express services. 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.
  • 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.

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.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Santa Teresa Surf Vista Cobano
Santa Teresa Surf Vista Villas Hotel
Santa Teresa Surf Vista Villas Cóbano
Santa Teresa Surf Vista Villas Hotel Cóbano

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Santa Teresa Surf Vista Villas?

Santa Teresa Surf Vista Villas provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Santa Teresa Surf Vista Villas?

As of May 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Santa Teresa Surf Vista Villas on May 24, 2025 start from $85.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see within easy reach of Santa Teresa Surf Vista Villas?

This hotel is located in Cóbano within a short 8-minute walk of Santa Teresa Beach. You'll also find Carmen Beach and Cocal Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Santa Teresa Surf Vista Villas?

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

Is a spa located at Santa Teresa Surf Vista Villas?

Santa Teresa Surf Vista Villas is the hotel's full-service spa and services include deep-tissue massages.

Does Santa Teresa Surf Vista Villas have a casino?

No, Santa Teresa Surf Vista Villas doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Santa Teresa Surf Vista Villas?

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

What amenities will couples enjoy at Santa Teresa Surf Vista Villas?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including in-room massages, private pools in some guestrooms, as well as an outdoor pool.

Does Santa Teresa Surf Vista Villas have a hot tub?

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

Does Santa Teresa Surf Vista Villas have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Santa Teresa Surf Vista Villas doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Santa Teresa Surf Vista Villas allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Santa Teresa Surf Vista Villas though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Santa Teresa Surf Vista Villas?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Santa Teresa Surf Vista Villas?

The closest major airport to Santa Teresa Surf Vista Villas is Cóbano Airport (ACO), which is 10.3 mi away (37 minutes by car). Another top airport is Tambor (TMU), which is located 18.2 mi away (63-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Santa Teresa Surf Vista Villas?

Yes, every guestroom at Santa Teresa Surf Vista Villas comes with a furnished balcony with some featuring ocean views.

Santa Teresa Surf Vista Villas Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. Roads need to improve. Facility is awesome. 😎
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Marco and the staff was great…. They were so responsive to any questions prior and while we were there!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandy, Clifton Heights

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

vic

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view, quiet, piecfull' very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Santa Teresa Surf Vista Village was absolutely gorgeous. the views from our room were stuff dreams are made of. Marco was our host and was very helpful showing us around the property and gave us plenty of travel recommendations for the surrounding area. Very clean and efficient property with a clean pool and beautiful shared deck overlooking the jungle and ocean. My partner is from Japan and very discerning about accommodations and really loved this property. Will definitely come back next time we come to Saint Teresa.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing views, perfectly quiet and gorgeous. Extremely friendly service and staff. The only thing was a couple rooms had not hot water. This was a problem getting out of the pool at night being cold and having cold water to shower. But everything else was amazing
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

richard, saskatoon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property has great views and you feel away from the craziness of the town . 4x4 or atv is handy for the small road climb up . If the property is full parking can be tricky . Also wifi can be weak if all units in main building is full . Jungle vibe and quiet . Food is nearby but a vehicle is recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Very cool spot
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful!

Beautiful views!!! Has a pool! Easy to walk down but unless you are up for some good exercise than it isn’t an easy walk up back to. Loved watching the weather from our front space. Great staff. Sweet animals on property!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

jorge

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Up a hill so you’re out of hustle and bustle of town but close enough to enjoy it all and the beaches. Must have car to get up hill to property. Would stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wang

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super views, useful kitchen, relaxing vibe, helpful staff Marco. Located in high place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Marcos was a great host!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Savvas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The views were breathtaking.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from the room was absolutely stunning. Perfect view of the sunset. The room was large and clean, with our own kitchen and bathroom. The rooms are a bit older but exactly what you need. We also had a large private balcony. The drive up the hill is steep but not nearly the worst drive we had on our trip, the road is paved. Just make sure you read the email they send you prior to arrival or you may get lost. Marco was great, helpful and friendly. Overall it was a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cullen

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I brought my family up to Santa Teresa Surf Vista Villas and had a lovely time. Amazing view. It makes you feel removed from the bustle of Santa Teresa’s main road. Advice to potential future guests: 1. Do NOT follow google maps, it will tell you to take the wrong road and you will get lost. Look for the small sign just south of Nami restaurant. 2. Not the greatest place for small kids as there is a significant drop off the deck and porches and little for railing. The hotel is built on a steep hill so the views are spectacular, the kid friendly part not so much. 3. You may want to rethink booking here if you don’t have a car/motorbike/ATV. The hill up there is steep and long, not one I’d want to have to hike up and down to get stuff. There is nothing but rooms and a pool once you get to the hotel so if you need any food or whatnot, you need to go down the hill to the main road. 4. Talk with Marco- he knows the area and gives good recommendations and he’s a great host. He’s got done good spider and critter stories too. 5. While it’s tempting to make your way to the beach for each sunset, save one for viewing at the pool deck, it’s gorgeous. Overall we really enjoyed the place. It was a nice break from the busyness of the Main Street, the room was BIG and nice, and the pool deck was incredible with an immaculate view.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffry

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Amazing views
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

teena

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We are a family of 4, kids 10 and 15. The best thing about this property is the view and quiet location. The on site manager Mora was fantastic with recommendations and with easy communication via WhatsApp. It could be better equipped with a better shower head and necessities to be able to cook on site in the outdoor kitchen . We cooked 2 evenings and it was great to cook and eat outside. They rent surfboards at the villa which was very convenient. The drive up to the site is paved but steep. The effort is worth the quiet and the view. Me and my daughter even got a private yoga session next door from one of Mora’s recs. The on site pool is perfect to finish the day watching the sunset and soaking the efforts of the day away. You can hear howler monkeys and we saw a capuchin right by the villa and tons of birds and hummingbirds. All in a great and relaxing end to our 2 week vacation in Santa Teresa. Parting warning : do not take one of the the google suggested Ruta nacional 163 from Jicaral to get to Cobano/ Santa Theresa, during rainy season. We had a scary experience and we’re glad to make it out without breaking down in our 4x4. Or ask ahead on the state of the road at a soda before attempting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blake

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just an incredible place…Mora is a great host very friendly knowledgeable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning views from thr villas. No noise from the city, just thr sound of waves and wildlife. Mora was fantastic, always there to help via whattsapp or a passing "hello, how is everything?" We did not have a rental car and commented on the hill to get to the villas. Mora had taxi and 4 wherler options with pricing for us. Thank you Mora for our stay excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The view is just incredible! The room was massive and very clean. We also has a bbq which was super cool I have nothing bad to say about this place. We really really enjoyed our time there and I recommend everyone to book there
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dicy, Newberry

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family do six had a wonderful experience at Surf Vista Villas! We enjoyed watching the sun set every evening as we listened to the sounds of nature. The manager told us about some awesome tidal pools that were perfect for the kids to explore during low tide. We did not have 4x4 and we’re able to access the place, but it was difficult. Thankfully, it did not rain or else we probably would not have been able to climb the hill. We definitely recommend 4x4.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Anthea

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Stunning views

This is the most stunning location if you want to see a fantastic sunset. The staff are super friendly and helpful. Don’t expect plush rooms they are very relaxed. Def do not book this place unless you plan to have a 4x4 - we drove up with a regular car and it was pretty hairy. You def need some form of transport because it is far up a hill and quite a distance from the beach and most restaurants. An ATV is a great way to get around Santa Teresa.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome time!

Overall, very pleasing. A few down sides to improve: - the queen bed next to the bathroom had missing slats support so the mattress bent and our backs were painful in the morning. - the sofa and love chairs were rather tossed. - the housekeeping was every day but we did not need it, even if we had compost in the compost bin and toilet paper in the garbage. We are used to been eco-friendly and would have not minded having those left as is for the few days of our stay. - the view was incredible! - the walk to the beach was not long: 13 min to the beach and 30min back from the beach. The key is the villas are high up on the hill, hence the great vistas! But a work out to walk back from the beach to the villas. - the location: read the host's directions and follow those. Don't follow Google's directions (completely wrong). - Andy is the host and really nice - there were some surf boards and we used one, and had a lot of fun!!! - beach is super fun with decent waves for body boarding and surfing (beginners like us or pros, lots of pro surfers in the water). Also flat white sand without rocks for babies/toddlers to play on and waddle in the low tide. - decent restaurants in the city too, but busy (busy tight streets and busy restos)
Sofa that need to be change.
Queen bed needs better frame support
Awesome waves for beginner surfers, kids are 9 and 11 yes old
Awesome waves for body boarding
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021