A coastal landscape with a beach, rocky shoreline, and residential buildings.

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Our top choices for Malpais resorts

A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by palm trees and a covered seating area with cushions.

1. Hotel Tropico Latino

Hotel Tropico Latino
3.0 star property
Cóbano
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (230 reviews)
"Always my go to place to stay if it’s available. Wonderful staff, food and location! I love that I can never leave the resort but still have an amazing time after it rained the entire time my previous visit. And even better to come back to after a day out playing in the area and relaxing on the beach for sunset while enjoying one of their many cocktails. It is also reassuring to see the same people working there year after year."
United States
Holly Prell
The price is AU$187
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Hotel Tropico Latino
A thatched-roof structure surrounded by dense tropical foliage.

2. Ylang Ylang Beach Resort

Ylang Ylang Beach Resort
3.0 star property
Cóbano
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (49 reviews)
"I traveled with my wife and two kids. The property is just in front of the beach and you are surrounded by jungle. The rooms are excellent, the staff is amazing and the food was delicious. It is very private and you can walk through amazing trails to nearby beaches. There is parking on site. Do consider driving a 4x4 so you can get all the way to the hotel as there is a short drive on sand before reaching the property. If not, no worries, you can leave your car in the hotel Sano Banano, and...
United States
Javier
The price is AU$277
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Ylang Ylang Beach Resort
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, two hanging hammocks, and a view of the ocean.

3. SANTA TERESA SURF VISTA VILLAS

SANTA TERESA SURF VISTA VILLAS
santa teresa
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"We had an amazing time during our stay- from location to view and cleanliness to friendliness- we could not have had a better stay in a prime location. "
United States
Lana M.
The price is AU$262
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
SANTA TERESA SURF VISTA VILLAS
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Top Malpais Hotel Reviews

Sunshine Sanctuary

Sunshine Sanctuary

10/10 Excellent
"What an amazing hidden gem in the jungle! I felt so lucky to have an ocean view, yoga studio, salt water pool, free breakfast, and access to a waterfall and hanging bridge!! Absolutely incredible fir the price especially!"
Mel 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Sunshine Sanctuary

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Malpais Resort information

Number of reviews
59
Accommodation
7 Resort
Lowest Price
AU$187
Highest Price
AU$277

Frequently asked questions

What is Malpais like for a resort holiday?
You deserve a holiday, and a resort is the ideal place to treat yourself to the services and amenities you need for a relaxing stay in Malpais. One of the 11 comfortable resort hotels in the area could be just what you're searching for, whether you're hoping for great restaurants on site, a state-of-the-art fitness centre or fun activities to try.
What's a top resort in Malpais?
Our highest-rated resorts near Malpais: Hotel Tropico Latino - Spa resort. 1 mi (1.6 km) from Malpais. Enjoy the 2 outdoor pools, spa and garden. Ylang Ylang Beach Resort - Beach resort. 6.5 mi (10.4 km) from Malpais. Amenities include a full-service spa, a 24-hour fitness centre and a snack bar/deli. Casitas Sollevante - 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Malpais. Access to a snack bar/deli, a terrace and pool loungers.
What can I do in Malpais?
For some time by the water, you can head to Playa Mal País and Carmen Beach. Other attractions in the area include Santa Teresa Beach and Montezuma Beach.
What's the weather like in Malpais?
The hottest months are usually March and February, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 26°C. The rainiest months in Malpais are October, August, June and July, with each month seeing an average of 493 mm of rainfall.
What's the best way to get to and around Malpais?
Fly into Cóbano Airport (ACO), which is located 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from the city centre. You can also search for flights into Tambor (TMU), which is 12.4 mi (20 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.