Hotel Manalá, Santa Teresa

Pros

• Each room includes a cooler and chairs for guests to use at the beach
• Located on the main road in Santa Teresa, so restaurants and shops are easily accessible
• Breakfast is delivered to each guest room for those who opt to include it

Cons

• Not a beachfront property and no ocean views
• No on-site restaurant
• Few additional amenities

Authenticity

Hotel Manalá is surrounded by lush, tropical gardens in the heart of Santa Teresa. The hotel bills itself as being inspired by a blend of the Caribbean and Mediterranean worlds.

Location

The hotel is conveniently off the main road in Santa Teresa, and about a five-minute walk from the beach. Guests will find several restaurants and shops in close proximity as well.

Rooms & Bathrooms

Hotel Manalá offers eight bungalows, seven with a single queen bed and one with a queen and twin bed. For rooms of more than two people, rollaway beds can be provided and there is a charge of $25 per person, per day. Bungalows include a small seating area, a mini fridge, kettle, as well as a cooler and beach chairs for guests to use. The hotel also has an apartment option with a king bed, and a "casa" option with three bedrooms that accommodates up to six people. Separate rates apply for the number of people staying in the casa. Both the apartment and casa include a kitchen.

Other Highlights

Breakfast can be included for $6 per day and guests can decide what time they'd like it delivered to their room. Towels are also provided for the beach or on-site pool.