Stay in Mal País, Near Beaches & Santa Teresa
A Peaceful Tropical Setting at Pacific Azure
Where the Pacific Ocean meets the tropical jungle, Pacific Azure offers a relaxed base for exploring Costa Rica’s southern Nicoya Peninsula. Our vacation rentals sit on approximately 53,000 square feet of tropical grounds in Mal País, near Cabo Blanco Absolute Nature Reserve.
Walk to local beaches, tide pools and neighborhood essentials, or take a short drive to Playa Carmen and Santa Teresa for surf, restaurants and nightlife. Enjoy the quieter side of the coast while staying close to everything you came to experience.
Explore Our Mal País Neighborhood
Super Chico Grocery Store
Approximately 10 minutes on foot · 3 minutes by car
Open 7 days a week, 7am -9pm.
Super Chico, a convenient neighborhood grocery store approximately a 10-minute walk from Pacific Azure in Mal País.
Super Chico is open 7 days a week, 8am -8pm.
Calle Cimarrona Brewery
Unwind after a day at the beach at Calle Cimarrona Brewery in Mal País. Explore their craft beers, including Farachin blonde ale, Patas de Oso pale ale and Zopilota oatmeal stout, with availability varying. Tropical greenery and casual outdoor seating make it a welcoming spot for a relaxed evening.
Approximately 10 minutes on foot.
Calle Cimarrona Brewery in Mal País, a relaxed spot for local craft beer after a day at the beach.
Delizie Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria
Enjoy wood-fired pizza, fresh fish, sandwiches and desserts at Delizie Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria in Mal País, with vegetarian and vegan options available. Warm string lights and relaxed open-air seating make it a welcoming spot to unwind after a day at the beach.
Approximately 10 minutes on foot.
An evening at Delizie Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria in Mal País, with open-air dining and live music.
The Mal Pais Fishery
One of the perks of staying at Pacific Azure is being close to the Mal País Fishery, where you can buy the day’s fresh catch directly from local fishermen. They’ll fillet it for you on the spot, ready to take back to your vacation home and cook or grill at your leisure.
The Mal Pais Beach and Fishery
Playa Cuevas aka The Swiss Beach
Mal Pais and Santa Teresa stretch out approximately along 10km of dreamy coastline. The number of beautiful beaches you can access is truly mind blowing and what makes our beaches so unique is the jungle’s proximity to the high tide line. Playa Cuevas is hands down one of the most beautiful beaches along this 10km stretch and we are lucky enough to have it a 5 minute drive from our house and about a 15-20 minute walk. Check it out during your stay, we got snorkeling gear for our guests!
Aerial view of Playa Cuevas (Playa Suecos) in Mal País, Costa Rica – turquoise waters, a nice sandy beach, and lush jungle backdrop.
Playa Cuevas (Playa Suecos) – a hidden gem in Mal País, Costa Rica, known for its white sand, tide pools, and serene beauty.
Playa Carmen and Santa Teresa
Playa Carmen is the main beach and the downtown area, it's right in between Mal Pais and Santa Teresa. It's a beautiful beach with lots of sand, plenty of shade. A great spot to relax, surf or grab a bite to eat at the beach front restaurant. Here you will also find banks, ATM machines, plenty dining options and some fun nightlife. It's exactly 3.5km (2miles) from the property, approximately 10 minutes by car or ATV.
The white sand beaches of Playa Carmen and Santa Teresa