Nantipa
Santa Teresa, Costa Rica
Luxe beachfront boutique hotel with one of the best oceanfront locales in Costa Rica and easy access to surf.
Opened in 2019, Nantipa is a welcome addition to the charming surf town of Santa Teresa. This beautiful boutique hotel serves up barefoot luxury with sunny Costa Rican hospitality. The property sits at a perfect location, tucked away between the main road and the beach – with 450 feet of beachfront and within easy walking distance to the heart of town, great restaurants, and the nearby peaks of Playa Santa Teresa and Playa Carmen.
The design of the hotel borrows clean lines from modern Scandinavian style, complimented by latin influences like soaring palapa thatched roofs and natural beach-inspired accents.
Rooms are spacious and impeccably designed with a fresh take on modern beach chic. Floor to ceiling windows fill the rooms with natural light and highlight the stunning views of the beach and surrounding grounds.
All accommodations are beautiful, but the standouts are the five Ninta Bungalows that sit right on the beach with incredible oceanfront views, private plunge pools, hammocks, and double indoor/outdoor showers.
When you’re not surfing and exploring, Nantipa has multiple spaces where you can embrace the art of relaxation. Lounge around the pool at the center of the property, enjoy a delicious meal at the beachfront restaurant Manzú, or settle into a beach chaise with a craft cocktail to soak in the sunset after a full day of awesomeness.
The Lowdown
VIBE: Chic barefoot bohemian
LOCALE: Beachfront surfer’s paradise
ROOMS: 15 bungalows / 8 Nanku Suites, 7 Ninta Bungalows
FAMILY FRIENDLY: Yes
CLOSEST INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTS: Liberia Airport (LIR) or San Jose Airport (SJO)
PRICING: $320 – $645 per night


Features
Inside
The spacious rooms feature full ocean views or partial ocean views, along with garden and pool views. Every unit has climate control, a flat screen with cable TV, working desk, small dining tables, hammocks, WiFi, and minibar. The Ninta Bungalows have private plunge pools.
Outside
Greenery abounds. The hotel is boutique, but your lounging options are many. Hang out on your room’s private terrace or balcony, around the pool, or head to the beach where you can relax on the hotel’s shaded chaise lounges or at a table with cushions for a sunset beverage.
Eat & Drink
Underneath a soaring palapa, the hotel’s on-site restaurant Manzú sits right at the beach with views of the ocean and Santa Teresa’s epic sunsets. The menus feature Costa Rica inspired dishes made with local ingredients and fresh seafood, and the bar whips up tropical craft cocktails.
Details
CHECK IN: 3 pm
CHECK OUT: 12 noon
Rates
Rooms: $370 – $645 per night + 13% tax
- Extra Guests 12 years of age and over: additional $25 per night plus tax
- Children 11 and under staying with one or two adults are free (maximum 2 children per room)
Surf & Yoga Packages: 4-nights from $1,800 per person + 13% tax
- See below for more details about package rates and what’s included
- Yoga can be removed from the outlined packages if preferred
Surf & Yoga Experiences (4 or 6 nights)
4-night Surf & Yoga
What’s Included:
- 4 nights accommodations in your bungalow or suite of choice
- Daily breakfast
- 3 Surf Lessons (90 mins, all equipment included)
- 2 Slow Flow Restorative Yoga Classes
- 60 minute Deep Tissue Massage at Numu Wellness Center
- Montezuma Waterfalls Hike and Tour
- Private Airport transportation (roundtrip)
RATES
Nanku Suites
1 Surfer (single occupancy): from $3,152 plus taxes
2 Surfers (double occupancy): from $1,801 per person plus taxes
Ninta Bungalow Garden View
1 Surfer (single occupancy): from $3,300 plus taxes
2 Surfers (double occupancy): from $1,875 per person plus taxes
Ninta Bungalow Beachfront
1 Surfer (single occupancy): from $3,500 plus taxes
2 Surfers (double occupancy): from $1,975 per person plus taxes
*Rates vary depending on season, occupancy, availability, and type of suite. Please get in touch and let us know your desired dates and preferred room type for an exact quote. Triple and quadruple occupancy quotes available upon request.
6-night Surf & Yoga
What’s Included:
- 6 nights accommodations in your bungalow or suite of choice
- Daily breakfast
- 4 Surf Lessons (90 mins, all equipment included)
- 3 Slow Flow Restorative Yoga Classes
- 60 minute Deep Tissue Massage at Numu Wellness Center
- Montezuma Waterfalls Hike and Tour
- Private Airport transportation (roundtrip)
RATES
Nanku Suites
1 Surfer (single occupancy): from $4,273 plus taxes
2 Surfers (double occupancy): from $2,414 per person plus taxes
Ninta Bungalow Garden View
1 Surfer (single occupancy): from $4,495 plus taxes
2 Surfers (double occupancy): from $2,525 per person plus taxes
Ninta Bungalow Beachfront
1 Surfer (single occupancy): from $4,795 plus taxes
2 Surfers (double occupancy): from $2,675 per person plus taxes
*Rates vary depending on season, occupancy, availability, and type of suite. Please get in touch and let us know your desired dates and preferred room type for an exact quote. Triple and quadruple occupancy quotes available upon request.
Good to Know
Nantipa has many other tours and activities available that you can book at the front desk if interested. You can go horseback riding, hike Cabo Blanco National Park, go ziplining, fishing, and more.
Location
Santa Teresa, Costa Rica
Santa Teresa is a small laidback surf town located on the Nicoya Peninsula on the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica. Once a small fishing village, over the past 15 years Santa Teresa has seen a surge in growth with surfers and travelers seeking surf, sun, and the pura vida way of life. Many of those visitors found all of the above and decided to stay.
This rise in expats from all over the world has led to an international feel to this charming surf village, and along with it an influx of fantastic restaurants, villas, and hotels to enjoy.
While there has been significant development in the area, there are no high-rises to speak of, most of the roads are unpaved, and residents and visitors still gather on the beach to hang out and collectively watch the epic sunsets.
With long beaches lined with great surf breaks, consistent swell, and year-round warm water, Santa Teresa is a quintessential surfer’s paradise.
Getting There
Transportation services feature a wide range of prices, from shared scheduled transfers to private helicopter rides. The most popular ways to get to Nantipa are:
Transportation Options
San José Int’l Airport (SJO)
For guests arriving in San Jose (SJO), there are two main options: the fastest route would be connecting to the local 18-minute flight to Tambor, followed by a 30 minute drive to Santa Teresa, or the scenic route driving to Puntarenas, crossing the Gulf of Nicoya via ferry boat, followed by the 50 minute drive to town.
Paquera Pier
Daily ferry services connect Puntarenas to Paquera. Tickets must be purchased in advance to secure space for guests and car (www.quickpaycr.com). This is a picturesque and scenic way to enjoy the Gulf of Nicoya and the islands. The ride takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes and departs on schedule 4 times a day each way. We advise arriving to check in 30 minutes ahead of departure.
Liberia Int’l Airport (LIR)
For guests arriving in Liberia (LIR), private transfers or driving are the best options. The total driving time is about 3 hours, including a stretch of the road from Naranjo Beach to Paquera that is not paved, but currently under contract for improvements.
Tambor Airport
The Tambor landing strip is located within a 35 minute drive from Nantipa. Two commercial airlines offer scheduled flights daily – Sansa and Aerobell – with 12 seat Caravan planes, and both depart from San José International Airport. Inter-regional flights from Arenal are under negotiations and charter flights can land from anywhere in Costa Rica.
The Small Print
Terms and Conditions
CHECK-IN / CHECK OUT
Check in time is at 15:00 hrs. Check Out time is at 12:00 md Late check-out is subject to availability.
PAYMENT POLICY
Full payment is due the moment of making the reservation.
CANCELLATION POLICIES
Cancellations or changes made 30 days before arrival date (60 for peak season): No charges or fees. Cancellations or changes made 29 or less days before arrival date (60 for peak season): 1-night penalty. No shows: 100% penalized. Early departure: Apply 1-night penalty.
MINIMUM STAYS
Holiday (Peak) Season: Minimum stay of 4 nights is required. High Season: Minimum stay of 2 nights is required. Green and Low Season: 1 night is permitted.
CHILD POLICY
Children: Between 0 – 11 years old, there are no charges. Maximum two children per room. Adults: 12 years old and older; the adult rate will be applied. Cribs: Cribs are available upon request. Please request prior to arrival.
PET POLICY
Pets are not permitted in Nantipa. Guide dogs for sight-handicapped persons are permitted, prior written request must be issued.
HOLIDAY PERIODS & PEAK SEASON
Holiday rates and special reservations, cancellation, and payment terms apply for the following periods: Christmas & New Year: December 18 – January 7 Easter Week: April 13 – 21