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Central Pacific, Costa Rica
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Malpaís is a town in Costa Rica's Central Pacific. Located along a dusty road southwest of Cóbano, it is one of the country's premier surfing spots along with the neighboring community of Santa Teresa.
The only bungalows that are directly on the beach.
Established in 1992 and located at 150 meters from the surfing beach of Playa Carmen. Different types of rooms, A/C, cable TV. fridge, safe box deposit, courtesy breakfast, private bathroom with hot water. There is a large pool area, on-site restaurant, Wi-Fi and free internet, parking and a tour desk.
Dorms are US$11 per night. Doubles with private bathroom are $35 per night. Loft room with up to 6 beds $78 per group per night or $13 per person. Private bathroom included.
From San José, the most convenient drive into the area is via the Puntarenas-Paquera ferry. Once in Paquera, follow the signs on the roads that take you through Playa Tambor and Cóbano.
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