Ocio Villas Mal Pais

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Luxury
4.0 star property
9.6

Exceptional

Secluded elegance with ocean vistas

Perched on a serene hill, this secluded retreat offers breathtaking ocean views and a tranquil atmosphere. Indulge in your private villa's expansive pool and savour a delicious breakfast with refreshing juices, all while enjoying exceptional service.

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$316
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov

Room options

View all photos for Standard Villa

A two-story house with a balcony, wooden railings, and a green roof.

Standard Villa

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Villa Suite

A two-story house with a swimming pool, a dining area, and a view of the ocean.

Villa Suite

  • Ocean view
  • 121 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a patterned bedspread, a chair, and a view of greenery and a pool.

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in Cóbano, Ocio Villas Mal Pais is in a national park and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Santa Teresa Beach and Playa Mal País. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ziplining and ecotours nearby. Visit our Malpais travel guide
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From the ICE tower 500 mts South, and 250 mts East, Mal Pais, Cóbano, Puntarenas, 51-1017

What's nearby

  • A beach at sunset with waves, palm trees, and a cloudy sky.
    Carmen Beach
    6 min drive - 1.8 km
  • A coastal landscape with a beach, rocky shoreline, and residential buildings.
    Santa Teresa Beach
    17 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Playa Mal País
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Cocal Beach
    31 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Hermosa Beach
    39 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Cóbano Airport (ACO)
    28 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Bakery
    5 min drive
  • Kooks Smokehouse and Bar
    7 min drive
  • Aroma Santa Teresa
    5 min drive
  • Soda Tica Linda
    8 min drive
  • Chicken Joe's
    9 min drive

About this property

Ocio Villas Mal Pais

  • Luxury upscale hotel by the ocean
  • Ocio Villas Mal Pais provides amenities, such as a terrace and a garden. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage or a body treatment. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self-parking
    • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket information and a nature reserve
    • Multilingual staff, smoke-free property and local meal delivery service
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts, such as private plunge pools and premium bedding, in addition to perks, such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding and Select Comfort beds
    • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
    • Furnished balconies or patios, kitchenettes and mini fridges

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Frequently asked questions

Does Ocio Villas Mal Pais have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Ocio Villas Mal Pais?

As of 1 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocio Villas Mal Pais on 22 Nov 2026 start from NZ$316, including 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.

Is Ocio Villas Mal Pais pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Ocio Villas Mal Pais?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocio Villas Mal Pais?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Ocio Villas Mal Pais?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Ocio Villas Mal Pais provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 6:00 AM-5:00 PM on request. A fee of USD 106 per room applies.

Where is Ocio Villas Mal Pais located?

Situated by the ocean, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Playa Mal País and Carmen Beach. Santa Teresa Beach is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Ocio Villas Mal Pais Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 100 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Stayed in the Estrella room, it was beyond beautiful. Long scenic walk to the room, kitchenette, and filtered water in the full sized fridge. Staff was very kind and helpful, since the hotel was 6 hours from SJO we had to leave at 4 am and to our surprise there was a staff member there to assist with checkout. There are no key drop-boxes, so I was worried about how we were going to return it. Overall an amazing stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great villa. Amazing views. Very helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The property was absolutely perfect, private villa, amazing staff who were easy to contact with any needs. The location was great. The kitchenette was decent enough to get by however if we needed anything the staff helped promptly
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Kitchen Fully Equipped. Pool was great.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was super friendly and the property was beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Absolutely beautiful hotel. Rooms are wonderful, staff are great and the service is excellent. Would definitely stay again. You need a 4x4 car or taxi to get up the hill but I believe the hotel will send someone to collect you if you don't have a 4x4 vehicle.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was beautiful, spotless and smelled very clean. David was very attentive to anything we needed. Would highly recommend the Ocio Villas Mal Pais.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We Absolutely Loved this Hotel. It's beautifully done with breathtaking views. The staff was wonderful. Brandon went out of his way to make us a last-minute dinner reservation on the beach at Uma's when we arrived later than we had expected. We definitely recommend this hotel for couples looking for a romantic private retreat. We only wish that they offered food and had a bar so you could just enjoy the property without leaving. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We really enjoyed our stay here. Brandon gave us great recommendations for restaurants and exceeded our expectations for customer service. The caoba room had a spectacular view.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was very friendly and helpful and made sure i had all i needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

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Stunning view,
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Absolutely incredible staff, very welcoming and attentive. The property was perfect, you’re basically in the jungle so be prepared for some ants but also incredible up close views of monkeys, iguanas and birds!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel for spending vacation in Santa Teresa Located uphill with great view from room and hotel and away from bustling center of town Staff very helpful Good restaurant if you don’t want to go in town Better to have quad or auto to get uphill
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Absolutely private. You stay in very reclusive Villas that protect your privacy. Ideal place to relax, let go and rejuvenate.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was amazing!!! Andy is a gem. Carlos also went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable. Will definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful villa & pool area is stunning. Kitchen was stocked with utensils, fridge, microwave. Friendly & helpful staff. The view and privacy on our deck were very peaceful & beautiful, & we saw & heard many birds above. Really beautiful overall & a special place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The pool was the BEST part about where we stayed! The kitchen did have a coffee maker, small fridge, a hot plate type burner to cook on and plates, utensils, etc. You do have to provide your own coffee, water etc, nothing comes included.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great resort with amazing views and great staff , definitely will visit again .
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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The ambience is beautiful but the wonderful staff made the trip a real joy.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Stayed in one of the larger units and it was very impressive with a private pool and amazing view. Hospitality from Mariano was top notch and he helped us booked a sunset horseback ride on the beach which was a highlight of the trip. Unique property up in the jungle of Mal Pais, so you will be best suited with 4wd car if you plan on driving. A sense of privacy and luxury while still surrounded by the outdoors.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely staff and amazing views
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Casa Chameleon was a dream vacation for us. The staff was wonderful and we felt so at ease on this property. The rooms and the views are spectacular and it was well worth the extended trip. We're hoping to stay here again soon.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay! Lots of bugs at night due to being in the jungle
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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This place was breathtaking! My husband and I truly enjoyed our stay here. The staff were amazing and attentive even before I got there. The villa looks exactly like the pictures shown. Would come back here again if visiting.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautifully appointed rooms with private plunge pool and view of ocean. Staff very courteous. Breakfasts included in rate were excellent. We ate dinner at the hotel most nights for convenience and because the food and service was good. The main drawback of this hotel is that it is too far away from Santa Teresa and the main beaches to walk so you need to book taxis ( $20 each way), rent an ATV or rent a car.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025