Hotel at a Glance: Casa Chameleon Mal Pais

At Casa Chameleon Mal Pais, the beauty of Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula is right outside your door. The adults-only resort’s 10 standalone private pool villas capture the magnificent ocean vistas of Mal País and nearby Santa Teresa, with a globally-influenced, eclectic style and level of privacy that makes it feel like the resort is yours alone. The villas feature personal ocean-view pools and secluded terraces, giving you plenty of chances for alone time before you hit the secluded beaches that sit just a short walk or ATV ride away. The hotel common areas include a restaurant and cocktail lounge with sapphire pool perfect for drinking in the sunset.

• Beautiful surroundings: Located on the tip of the Nicoya Peninsula, the resort sits next to the famous surf beaches of Santa Teresa and Playa Hermosa, as well as the lush vegetation of undisturbed national parks.  
• Fine dining: The hotel’s chefs emphasize gourmet preparations, local customs, and seasonal ingredients like local produce and fresh fish in each of their dishes, many of which are served in at the poolside lounge or even in your own villa.
• Spa services range from couples massages and yoga classes to mani-pedis and facials. In-villa spa treatments can be arranged as well, from couples massages and facials to beauty treatments and one-on-one yoga sessions.
• Top-notch hospitality: The resort’s team also works as each guest’s personal concierge. Staff know the best snorkel spots, where to hike in privacy, and where to find secret surf breaks and snorkel pools—they can even hand craft an itinerary with your name on it.
• Recent awards: The resort is the recipient of both the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence for 2016 and Travelers’ Choice Award for 2017.
• Explore Mal País and enjoy its off-the-beaten-path vibe, including an array of small, independently-owned restaurants.
• Inspired by wildlife? Check out the Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve and Curu Wildlife Refuge for the chance to see wildlife such as spider monkeys, scarlet macaws, and white nosed coatis. Or head to forest-lined beaches, where you can dive underwater to commune with angelfish, manta rays, hawksbill turtles, and humpback whales.

Mal Pais, Costa Rica: Uninterrupted Beauty on the Nicoya Peninsula

The waves that crest along the Nicoya Peninsula are as well known in surfer circles as those found in hot spots such as California, Hawaii, and Australia’s Gold Coast. Thus, the beachside fishing village of Mal Pais sees its fair share of surfers seeking the next perfect wave. The nearby Playa Carmen beach, known for its picturesque palm-lined shores, is a particularly popular spot, not just for surfers, but also for scuba divers interested in the beach’s gorgeous coral reefs.

While much of the attention understandably centers on the area’s beaches, there’s plenty of other natural beauty to explore here, too. Cabo Blanco Absolute Natural Reserve stretches across both land and sea, its borders protecting dense forests, inquisitive howler monkeys, and the coast’s shorebirds and marine life. The park is also home to the sandy Playa Cuevas, which is a favorite spot of snorkelers. Other popular means of getting around the area include leisurely horseback rides and all-terrain vehicles, which frequently carry visitors on tours of the surrounding beaches and forests.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the best way to travel to the hotel from the airport? The best airport to fly in/out of is Tambor Airport (TMU) and is about an hour from the property. The property offers a round-trip shuttle for $120.

2. Is there an additional occupancy fee, or do I have to purchase another Groupon? The Groupon covers two guests. The standard and maximum occupancy of villas is two guests.

3. Will I be approached to attend a timeshare sales presentation? Groupon customers are never obligated to attend a sales presentation. If you are approached and decline a presentation, you will not lose the value of your Groupon or have to pay additional fees.

4. Which activities and amenities are included in the resort credits? No resort credits are included in this Groupon.

5. Are dinner reservations required for restaurants? Is there a dress code? For information regarding your dining options, please click here or call 1-888-705-0274.

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