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Pachamama Tropical Garden Lodge: Traveler Reviews

1 km from cross route , 50 m from the beach, Mal Pais 5361, Costa Rica
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“Simply Awesome”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 26, 2011

Arrived at Pachamama and were immediately treated like long time friends even though this was our first trip. Franz the owner is the most wonderful host. We were provided with fresh fruit from the property several tes during our visit. The property is immaculately kept and the houses are spotless. There is no other place in Mal Pais that compares.

  • Stayed March 2011
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Falmouth, Massachusetts
1 review
“Great surf, great host, beautiful house, always sunny, mangoes, papaya ....”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 17, 2011

Our host, Franz, couldn't have been more friendly or helpful. Our house was casual but stunning and comfortable - very open. No bugs but adorable monkeys in the trees. Our 16 yo boys surfed every morning at 6 with Franz and every afternoon til they dropped. They had a lot of freedom and were always safe. Franz took us shopping when we first arrived so that we could fill our refrigerator and pointed us in the right direction for all our other needs. Several great restaurants nearby for every budget. If you like casual and easy going but clean and stylish and comfortable at the same time - this is the place for you.

  • Stayed February 2011, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Boston, Massachusetts
1 review
“JUST AWESOME!!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 3, 2010

That was an awesome trip! Franz & Mara were great hosts!! And by the way very helpful!
Both gave us great advices! Bungalows and rooms are very nice, the whole property is located in a great area, just one minute to the beach, 3 minutes to town...
And by the way, Franz is a great surfer and gave us some helpful :) advices too.
(Don´t) Drink and surf, check it out and try it yourself!!!!
Fritz&Richard (Boston / Austria)

  • Stayed November 2010, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Toronto, Canada
1 review
“So So Sweet , i keep coming back”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 5, 2010

I met good ole Franz in 2004 and have been back to his lovely place 3 times. Anytime i get to spend febuary there i know i am blessed. Franz is the host with the most and leaving becomes the hardest thing to do. Like another famous Austrian says... 'I'll be back !'

Stayed February 2010, traveled solo
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Long Branch, New Jersey
2 reviews
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“best place in mal pais...hands down”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 12, 2010

The owner/operator is an amazing guy. The nicest person i have met in my ten years of going to costa rica. He knows everyone in town and will make your stay extremely incredible

  • Stayed February 2010, traveled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Additional Information about Pachamama Tropical Garden Lodge

Also Known As:
Pachamama Tropical Garden Lodge Costa Rica/Mal Pais
Address: 1 km from cross route , 50 m from the beach, Mal Pais 5361, Costa Rica
Region: Costa Rica > Province of Puntarenas > Mal Pais
Amenities:
Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 7 Specialty lodging in Mal Pais
Price Range: $
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Pachamama Houses and Bungalows is the perfect place for people who like sports, nature, sun and beach. Only 1 km away is Cabo Blanco, the first national park created in Costa Rica, in 1963.We have two bungalows, each with a double bed and shared terrace for $60 a night, monthly $1400. A third bungalow is on a second floor with a double bed and private terrace. All lodgings are fully equipped with hammock, kitchen, fridge, fan, private bathroom with hot water. The house for rent has air condition and is fully equipped. There are 2 bedrooms, a beautiful terrace with BBQ, outside shower, hammock for $140 per night, monthly $2800. We have wireless internet, security 24 hours, private parking and cleaning service. It is the best option, for relaxing and enjoying the nature. We have a lot of wildlife in our tropical garden: butterflies, exotic birds and monkeys hanging around in the trees, and our coati, a sort of raccoon, which always comes to pick up his breakfast from us. The bungalows and the house are about 50m from the beautiful and quiet beach of Mal Pais. Here surfers find perfect waves year round. Air temperature is 30-35 degrees and water 24-26. We offer surfboard rentals and surf lessons. I'm a passionate kite surfer and if there is coming up some wind I'm in the ocean with a 16 m2 Kite. The wind is 15-20 knots from January to May. It is possible to rent a small house for $80 a night as well. It is fully equipped in a very beautiful and quiet place only 200m from the beach. Perfect location for 2 people. Monthly $1500We can reserve a hotel and transfer in San Jose, or book you a rental car in San Jose or in Mal Pais. ... more   less 

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