Mal País · Santa Teresa · Costa Rica

Barefoot luxury,
steps from the Pacific.

Four private villas surrounded by tropical nature, just 150–200 meters from the Pacific. Stay in one villa or reserve the entire property for your family, friends, wedding, retreat or group getaway.

A private retreat

A tranquil escape near the Pacific coast.

Nicoya Villas is a family-owned collection of four private villas on the Nicoya Peninsula. Wake up to the surf, sip coffee under the teak gazebo, take a dip in the tropical pool — and walk two or three minutes to one of Costa Rica's most beautiful beaches.

The property

Everything you need, nothing you don't.

  • 4 Private Villas
  • Up to 32 Guests
  • Tropical Pool & Teak Gazebo
  • Pet Friendly
  • Private Gated Parking
  • 2–3 Minute Walk to the Beach
  • ATVs, Side-by-Sides & Golf Carts Available
  • Family Owned
Stays

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2 Bedroom Villa at Nicoya Villas, Mal País Costa Rica

2 Bedroom Villa

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Up to 6 Guests

Starting at $200 per night

  • Tropical Pool & Teak Gazebo
  • A/C
  • Wi-Fi
  • Kitchen
  • Private Parking
  • Pet Friendly
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3 Bedroom Villa at Nicoya Villas, Mal País Costa Rica

3 Bedroom Villa

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Up to 10 Guests

Rates on request — send us your dates

  • Tropical Pool & Teak Gazebo
  • A/C
  • Wi-Fi
  • Kitchen
  • Private Parking
  • Pet Friendly
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The tropical pool and gardens shared across the four Nicoya Villas
The flexible stay

Book one villa or take over the entire property.

From intimate family stays to full-property celebrations, Nicoya Villas gives you the flexibility to make the experience your own.

Experiences & Packages

More than a stay

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Location

Close to everything. Away from it all.

Stay surrounded by tropical nature while keeping the beach, Mal País and Santa Teresa within easy reach.

Beach
150–200 m · 2–3 min walk
Mal País
2 min
Santa Teresa
5 min
Cabo Blanco
35–45 min
Montezuma
45–55 min

Approximate travel times. Driving times may vary depending on road and weather conditions.

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A guest favorite on Airbnb

“One of the most loved homes on Airbnb, according to guests.”

4.9 out of 521 guest reviewsHosted by Ayal · Superhost · 9 years hosting
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Good to know

Frequently asked questions

The beach is approximately 150–200 meters from Nicoya Villas, about a 2–3 minute walk.

Yes. You can reserve all four villas and make the entire Nicoya Villas property yours. The full property can accommodate groups of up to 32 guests.

Our two-bedroom villa accommodates up to 6 guests, while our three-bedroom villa accommodates up to 10 guests. For larger groups, you can reserve multiple villas or the entire property.

Yes. Nicoya Villas is pet friendly, making it a great option for families and groups traveling with their pets.

The tropical swimming pool and teak gazebo are shared by guests staying at Nicoya Villas. When the entire property is reserved by one group, these common areas are exclusively available to that group.

Yes. Nicoya Villas offers spacious private parking inside the property with controlled access using an entry code.

Yes. Nicoya Villas guests receive 15% off Buggy Blue rentals, including ATVs, side-by-sides and golf carts. Vehicles can be delivered directly to the property for your convenience. Rentals are available at an additional cost.

Santa Teresa is approximately 5 minutes away by vehicle, depending on road and traffic conditions.

Yes. We can help connect you with local experiences such as surfing, waterfalls, Tortuga Island trips, sport fishing, sunset sailing, zip lining and other activities in the area.

Absolutely. Large families and groups are one of our specialties. Guests can reserve multiple villas or take over the entire four-villa property for groups of up to 32 people.

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