Welcome to Playa Santa Teresa, Costa Rica

Considered to be one of the most beautiful coastlines in the world, Playa Santa Teresa is a stunning beach with the forest on one side and the Pacific Ocean’s glassy waters on the other. Situated on the Southern tip of the Nicoya Peninsula, here you will find Costa Rica’s favorite surf location, perfect for surfers of all levels.

Whether you are seeking an adventure or a refreshing dip in one of the natural tide pools the beach has to offer, then look no further.

In fact, whether it be inland or on the beach, Playa Santa Teresa has a great range of activities which will make your holiday special: horseback riding, snorkeling and deep sea fishing, river kayaking and sailing, just to name a few.

Those who would rather sit back and relax or simply unwind after a long day out in the wild, can enjoy yoga before heading for a massage at the SPA or an unforgettable sunset with a refreshing drink.

In the nearby towns of Santa Teresa and Malpais you’ll find restaurants of every kind to suit all palates. There is a vast array of Health Foods, including Vegetarian and Gluten Free and for the real foodies, there is the typical Costa Rican Cuisine Tico Sodas, as well as Argentinian, Asian, Italian and International.

As you will discover, Playa Santa Teresa is surrounded by world-renowned natural reserves such as Cabo Blanco and Curu Wildlife Refuge, the Montezuma waterfalls and the Playa Hermosa and Playa Manzanillo beaches. The possibilities never cease.

(The towns offer a wide range of amenities: supermarkets, pharmacy, emergency services, banks and ATMs.)