North Costa Rica, Costa Rica
Hotel Nantipa, an SLH Hotel
Trip fit
Skill suited
Beginner to Intermediate
BegIntAdvPro
Best months
Apr to Oct
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Home break
Playa Carmen
friendly A-frame beach break with reef at north end . a-frame-hander . 2.2 km away
Accommodation
resort
Surf options
5 breaks in range
Group fit
Couples, families, crews
About this camp
Hotel Nantipa, an SLH Hotel, is a premier surf accommodation in Cobano, Costa Rica, offering surf enthusiasts a luxurious stay just steps from pristine beaches. This boutique hotel combines modern design with authentic Costa Rican charm, providing an unforgettable experience for those seeking both adventure and relaxation. Ideally located along the Main Street, Nantipa serves as the perfect base for surfers ready to tackle Costa Rica's renowned breaks. Whether you're chasing barreling waves or exploring tropical surroundings, this hotel guarantees a memorable surfing getaway.
Location
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North Costa Rica, Costa Rica
The moat
Nearby surf spots
5 breaks within reach. Real specs from the spot atlas, not marketing copy.
Spot
Wave
Direction
Skill
Best season
Distance
1Playa Carmen
Mixed . Spot
Friendly A-frame beach break with reef at north end
A-frame
Beginner to Intermediate
Apr to Oct
2.2 km
2Santa Teresa
Mixed . Spot
Hollow shifting A-frame peaks over sand and submerged reef
A-frame
Beginner to Advanced
May to Oct
3.4 km
3Playa Hermosa
Beach . Spot
Soft hollow A-frame beach break, sandy bottom, multiple peaks
A-frame
Beginner to Intermediate
Mar to Oct
4.7 km
4Punta Barigona
Point . Spot
Long slow left-hand point wrap
Left
Intermediate to Advanced
Apr to Nov
5.1 km
5Mal Pais
Mixed . Spot
Punchy mixed-bottom a-frame peaks with long walls
A-frame
Beginner to Advanced
Apr to Sep
7.6 km
- 1Playa Carmen2.2 kmFriendly A-frame beach break with reef at north end . a-frame . mixed . Apr to Oct
- 2Santa Teresa3.4 kmHollow shifting A-frame peaks over sand and submerged reef . a-frame . mixed . May to Oct
- 3Playa Hermosa4.7 kmSoft hollow A-frame beach break, sandy bottom, multiple peaks . a-frame . beach . Mar to Oct
- 4Punta Barigona5.1 kmLong slow left-hand point wrap . left . point . Apr to Nov
- 5Mal Pais7.6 kmPunchy mixed-bottom a-frame peaks with long walls . a-frame . mixed . Apr to Sep
Vibe
luxuryquietretreat
Amenities
- wifi
- restaurant
- bar
- spa
- yoga
- massage
- airport-transfer
Sounds like your trip?
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Before you go
What skill level is this camp suited for?
Hotel Nantipa, an SLH Hotel is best suited to beginner to intermediate surfers, based on the character of the nearby breaks and the camp profile.
What is the closest surf break?
Playa Carmen, 2.2 km from the camp a friendly a-frame beach break with reef at north end wave a-frame-hander over mixed.
When is the best season to visit?
April through October is the window with the most consistent swell at the nearest break.
How many surf breaks are within range?
There are 5 documented breaks within reach of Hotel Nantipa, an SLH Hotel. Each has its own wave character, skill range, and season in our spot atlas.
What type of accommodation is this?
Hotel Nantipa, an SLH Hotel is a resort in North Costa Rica, Costa Rica.
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