With informal barefoot style, bespoke well-being in private villas, and heartfelt sustainability, it perfectly captures Costa Rica’s famed Pura Vida spirit.
Location
Set on Santa Teresa’s pristine coastline along the Nicoya Peninsula, Nantipa occupies beautiful landscaped grounds with a large area of beachfront. It’s close to laid-back cafés and surf culture, yet feels like its own peaceful refuge.
Rooms
Choose from 19 intimate bungalows & suites or two three-bedroom beachfront villas. Designed with reclaimed wood and local craftsmanship, rooms offer private plunge pools or terraces amidst tropical foliage and ocean breezes. Many have spotless glass frontage looking right onto the sand. Guests love the balance of barefoot chic and refined comfort.
Amenities
At the beachside Manzú restaurant, dining is both casual and elevated, think fresh ceviche, Costa Rican classics and cocktails made with local fruits. The Numú Wellness Centre is tucked into the garden, offering spa therapies, yoga, sound healing and Blue Wellness programmes. There’s also a free-form pool, hammocks, wellness shala, and wellness-focused retreats available.
Activities
Whether you’re into surfing, yoga, snorkelling, or mindful moments on the sand, the atmosphere invites seamless transition between action and stillness. Explore nearby Cabo Blanco Reserve, take in sunset paddleboarding, horseback riding, or save the bioluminescent kayak tours for the evening. Everything is curated by local guides who know the land.
Sustainability
The lodge is certified Elite Sustainable Tourism by Costa Rica’s ICT and recognised in the SLH Considerate Collection. Solar water heaters, energy sensors, advanced wastewater treatment, composting and local recycling partnerships all reduce impact. Guests are encouraged to join “10-minute beach clean‑ups”, and dining supports local fishermen, farmers and artisans. The team are all local Sustainability Champions, and the property helps run community wellness and cultural programmes too.
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