Located right at the doorstep of Malpais on the Nicoya Peninsula, one of the preferred destinations of surfers from around the world, lies the intimate and cozy Hotel Playa Carmen. Light sands and crystal blue waters form consistent waves for all lovers of surf whether beginners or advanced.

The Standard Room is located on the ground floor from where you have access to the pool and Pool Bar. These rooms come equipped with comfortable beds, a terrace, private bath, mini-bar, Cable TV, safe deposit box, hair dryer and coffee maker.

Deluxe rooms are located on the third floor with balcony and views of the tropical gardens. They offer, King Size beds, private baths, safe-deposit box, coffee maker, mini bar and Cable TV.

This area is the ideal destination for surfers looking to be in a remote calm place with good waves, excellent atmosphere and a comfortable enviroment.

The beach is covered with reef rocks which makes for an interesting wave formation near the beach. When the breaks are bigger check out the Manzanillo Reef to the south of Playa Carmen. The best waves can be found at the southeast of Playa Carmen.

Playa Carmen Beach, Santa Teresa / Malpais beaches are amongst the most famous for surfing in the country with white sand, clean water and excellent waves for all levels of surfers; beginners, intermediate and advanced. When the waves grow calm at the end of the day, the view of surfers resting on their boards in the sea is an unforgettable sight of peace and tranquility.

SERVICES AND FACILITIES:

• Restaurant "Las Olas"
• Pool and jacuzzi
• Spa and Hot Tub
• Snack Bar "85-10" - Open from 12MD to 8pm
• Wi-Fi connection everywhere.

RATES 2011

NOTES:

• Rates do not include local taxes (13%).
• High Season rates include breakfast.
• Additional person $20.00 plus taxes.
• Additional cost for breakfast during low season $8.00 per person.
• Rates are subject to change without previous notice.

TRANSPORTATION OPERATED BY RAIN FOREST TOURS

Transfer from San Jose area hotels or San Jose's Juan Santamaría International Airport to hotels in Guanacaste range from $155 to $275.00 each way for a minivan with a capacity of up to 9 passengers. Approximate time from San José to the area is from 4^1/2 to 6 hours.

Transfer from Juan Santamaría International Airport to any hotel in San José $35, including airport assistance, for a minivan with a capacity of up to 9 passengers.