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: Somewhat (Kids are allowed in Nanku Suites and Villas)
CLOSEST INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTS: Liberia Airport (LIR) or San Jose Airport (SJO)
PRICING: from $385+ for Suites and $1,600+ per night for 3-Bedroom Beachfront Villas
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.
The Surf
Santa Teresa and nearby Mal Pais (both located on the Nicoya Peninsula) have become one of Costa Rica’s most popular surf zones, boasting a wide variety of point breaks and beach breaks that are warm, fun, consistent, and user-friendly. Appropriate for surfers ranging from beginners to experts, the local waves tend to fire during the southern hemisphere season (from April through September), although they can also get swell during the winter “offseason.” The main beach break of Santa Teresa is the go-to spot in the area if you like punchy, hollow sandbars.
With it’s unparalleled beachfront locale, Nantipa is within walking distance to fun surf breaks.
WATER TEMP: 77 – 86 °F (25 – 30 °C)
PEAK SURF SEASON: July – Sept
SHOULDER SURF SEASON: Apr – June, Nov
SURF EXPERIENCE: Beginner to advanced
Rooms
Perfect for small families or groups. Nanku Suites offer a sleeping area with either one king bed or two queen beds (bedding preference can be requested but is not guaranteed), and a large living room space with two twin daybeds. A large bathroom and terrace or balcony complete the unit, making it the perfect setting to relax after a long day of surf and adventure.
Max Guests: 3 adults and 1 child (11 yrs or under)
Ninta Garden View Bungalows are made up of 800 square feet of luxury space including a nice terrace, a private 10 x 10 ft plunge pool, hammock, king bed and double indoor/outdoor shower. Floor to ceiling glass doors open to poolside views, making wonderful privacy and lounging.
Max Guests: 2 (adults only)
Ninta Beachfront Bungalows are made up of 800 square feet of luxury space including a nice terrace, a private 10 x 10 ft plunge pool, hammock, king bed and double indoor/outdoor shower. Floor to ceiling glass doors open to poolside views, making wonderful privacy and lounging.
Max Guests: 2 (adults only)
Nantipa’s luxurious beachfront villas offer an exclusive and private Santa Teresa Beach Experience, ideal for families or friends traveling together. Guests are warmly welcomed to the 3,800 square feet beachfront villas with access to all of Nantipa’s amazing facilities and services.
Max Guests: 8 (7 adults + 1 child 11 yrs or under)
Details
CHECK IN: 3 pm
CHECK OUT: 12 noon
Rates
NANKU SUITES:
Low Season: from $385
Mid Season: from $480
High Season: from $495
Holiday Weeks (Easter & Dec 15 – Jan 6): from $560
NINTA GARDEN VIEW BUNGALOW:
Low Season: from $440
Mid Season: from $545
High Season: from $560
Holiday Weeks (Easter & Dec 15 – Jan 6): from $660
NINTA BEACHFRONT BUNGALOW:
Low Season: from $495
Mid Season: from $595
High Season: from $620
Holiday Weeks (Easter & Dec 15 – Jan 6): from $720
PRIVATE 3-BEDROOM BEACHFRONT VILLA:
Low Season: from $1,600
Mid Season: from $2,300
High Season: from $2,400
Holiday Weeks (Easter & Dec 15 – Jan 6): from $3,300
- Rates above are based on double occupancy and exclude 13% taxes.
- Extra Guests 12 years of age and older: additional $40-$50 per night plus tax depending on room.
- Children 11 and under are allowed in the Nanku Suites and Private 3-Bedroom Beachfront Villas.
- Ninta Bungalows are adults only. With some exceptions for infants.
Good to Know
There are lots of other awesome tours and activities that you can arrange before or during your trip. Some of which include horseback riding, hiking Cabo Blanco National Reserve, visting Curú Wildlife Refuge, snorkeling Tortuga Island, Montezuma Waterfall and Canopy ziplining, fishing trips, 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 the local 30-minute flight to Tambor, followed by a 45 minute ride to Santa Teresa, or the scenic route driving to Puntarenas, crossing the Gulf of Nicoya via ferry boat, followed by a 75 minute drive to Santa Teresa.
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 20 minutes and departs on schedule 4 times a day each way. We advise arriving to check in at least 30 minutes ahead of departure.
Liberia Int’l Airport (LIR)
For guests arriving in Liberia (LIR), private transfers or renting a car are the best options. The total driving time is typically just under 4 hours.
Tambor Airport
The Tambor landing strip is located within a 45 minute drive from Nantipa. Two charter airlines offer scheduled flights daily – Sansa Air and Costa Rica Green Air – with small 9 – 12 seat planes. Sansa departs from San José International Airport or Liberia airports regularly. And Costa Rica Green Air just out of SJO.
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
