Pachamama was a fantastic experience for my wife and I while traveling through the Nicoya Peninsula. The bungalow we rented was huge and complete with a safe, full kitchen, hammock, mosquito net, outdoor shower, and shady upstairs deck to escape the sun. The place was full of other bonuses like a beautiful built-in BBQ and private outdoor lounge, too. This was a very fun place to eat dinner and play cards! What's more, unlike many of the places we saw in Mal Pais, the lodge is walled off from the main road providing security and a sense of enclosure for the tropical garden Franz has cultivated throughout the grounds. It's beautiful! Speaking of Franz, he was a very helpful and charming host. He's a busy guy but always managed to be around when we needed him. He's a great resource on pretty much anything happening in the region so don't be afraid to ask him questions. Have fun!

after two years of living and visiting all over Costa Rica, i found HOME! The safest, most tranquillo location i have been, Magical Mal Pais... inside Pachamama! Clean, safe, freedom to come and go as you please. The owern from Austria and the people working with him for over 8 years is like along lost cousin. They invite you with smiles and fun to live and be as you please! Thank you for the amazing visit!

This place is Amazing, we have traveled all over the world and this is the most friendly, accommodating and at home we have ever felt. Take my advice you won’t have a better time anywhere else. Frankie and Mara were the perfect hosts. It was the perfect getaway from our usually hectic life, surfing in the morning chilling in the hammocks, exploring , eating, drinking (ask Frankie about which is the best rum?) and having fun. There’s monkeys, millions of different birds, raccoons it's brilliant. Best place that I have ever stayed.

If you're going to Mal Pais then you'd be crazy not to stay here. We loved being here almost as much as being in Mal Pais. Franz is the best host you could find, maybe in all of Costa Rica. His recommendations for local eats never steered us wrong, and he knows all about the beach, whether surfing or boogie boarding. We felt very comfortable and very safe. Families or friends would be happy staying here.

The property is immaculate and beautiful. There are different kinds of fruit trees, hammocks to lay in, and a place to view the beautiful beach sunsets. It's very close to the beach, and a short drive to surf spots, although you could probably walk there too if you wanted.

We stayed in the bungalow our first night, which is a cozy set up. It was their hotter season in Mal Pais and we decided the bungalow was too warm, and since the house was available we traded to have A/C. The house is so fabulous! We were glad to have stayed there. It's like all the comforts of a resort without a super touristy feel. I think if we'd spent the whole time in Costa Rica there we probably never would have wanted to leave.

We can't say enough kind things about Franz. He'll go out of his way to help you have an enjoyable stay in Mal Pais. As is typical in Costa Rica for all places, it can be a little difficult to find. A helpful landmark for us was the little power station. If you're coming from Santa Elena, the power station will be on your left and Pachamama will be just a few meters more down the road also on the left. If you took the crazy bumpy road from Montezuma, it'll be on your right and if you hit the station you've gone too far.

Be sure to ask Franz for recommendations, you won't be disappointed.