Hotel Nantipa - A Tico Beach Experience

We just checked-out of Nantipa and I have to say I'm sad to leave this wonderful, peaceful enclave. This resort checks all the boxes--friendly, helpful, accommodating staff; beautiful, extremely spacious rooms, lovely setting (serene and beautiful), not to mention that it sits directly on the beach. It's one restaurant, Manzu, is also on the beach, and the food there is very delicious and varied. It's open all day and evening, so if you're tempted to not leave the resort you can enjoy three meals a day here, while overlooking the ocean and being lulled by the sound of the sea. We saw couples of varying ages, as well as young families here, so I think it appeals to a variety of demographics. With only 27 rooms, Nantipa is a gem of a find and I would highly recommend to anyone wanting to visit the Santa Teresa area. Pura vida!

We were at Nantipa for my daughters wedding along with a group of about 40+ of us. My wife and I have been all over the world and Nantipa is ranked at the top of our favorite resorts. With high quality. Impeccable service. And amazing atmosphere. Everything was absolutely perfect. Camille (??Spelling??) was my daughters wedding coordinator and she was on the spot. Always available. And very personable to the entire party. Amazing job. The food was amazing as well. Breakfast was included and it was a large selection and lots of it. The fruit and juices were as fresh as it possible could be. The wedding was onsite and we had the entire restaurant and beach area for the entire day/evening. There was an open bar and buffet along with dancing stage, DJ, and anything else my daughter chose. The service during the entire wedding was absolutely second to none. From the time that the wedding on the beach was over, the servers were waiting for us to walk over to the reception / restaurant area with various cocktails. Drinks to order. And quickly after came a continuous supply of appetizers. The supervisor, Bryan, was amazing. A big thank you to him because he was in the middle of it and ensuring everything was perfect. We broke out the cigar box and he was also walking around with a lighter and his pocket knife ready to cut ends and strike up the cigar again. And I am not exaggerating when I say he was there ready with the lighter before you could even look for him. And his entire team was exactly the same. I have never had such complete and consistent service anywhere I have ever been across the globe. The rooms are amazing. And they have though of everything here. I highly recommend a stay at Nantipa. It is not cheap but for the discerning guest, this is a must stop.

From the moment we arrived at checkin until the moment we checked out we experienced the most welcoming and friendly charm of the place and the people. We were there for a wedding for our niece. It was absolutely perfect! I’m so glad we were able to make the trip. The resort was clean, the food was exceptional. Thank you Nantipa for memories that will last a lifetime! Pura Vida!

Nantipa is a gem of a resort that embodies a true Costa Rican experience, has a gracious and attentive staff and a calm and relaxed environment. I really loved it and cannot wait to come back. I stayed in a Nanku room which was extremely spacious and comfortable. They have a drink in the room made from cacique and infused with pineapple that is a nice touch. My friends were in the Villa which had a private pool, was just steps to the beach, and had a full, modern kitchen. The property isn't huge but it has a lovely pool, is on the beach, and a casual restaurant all nearby so you really can choose how you want to spend your time. There is also a brand new luxury spa with different types of treatments available and some of them looked amazing (we didn't have time but I wanted to try the Hawaiian massage that sounded incredible). The restaurant, Manzu, has a menu that accommodates all sorts of food preferences and allergies (we had someone with a gluten allergy and she was amazed by how many options were available). The staff also was so friendly and kind. Our server for dinner both nights, Salvador, handled us and all of our requests with ease and a smile. I recommend the sea bass- it was fantastic- and the quinoa or hearts of palm salad. The hotel is located in the heart of San Teresa which out of all the places we visited in Costa Rica felt the most authentic, laid back yet also lively. It is a surfer's paradise but also has so many things to do. There are really cute boutiques for shopping and a bunch of little restaurants as well. It is close to excursions like Tortuga Island, waterfalls and Ario for horseback riding. We did the horseback riding and it was stunning! It is clear that this property's owners genuinely care and pay attention to the details and what makes staying there so special. Camila and Marianna are the epitome of hospitality and their passion for what they do shines through. Thank you for everything, Nantipa! Pure Vida

Loved the location - right on the beach and near plenty of great restaurants and activities. Beautiful place and very comfortable. Staff was very accommodating and nice. Activities easy to book -- staff assists -- and plenty to do. Beach set-up was just what I was looking for -- beautiful views, plenty of chairs, restaurant right there with service on the beach. Several times we had cocktails and snacks late afternoon on the beach while relaxing in the hammocks. I'd stay at Nantipa again!

My wife and I stayed here for our 10 year anniversary. The resort is very beautiful and peaceful. The pool is very quiet and relaxing. We stayed in a Ninta Beach Bungalow. I highly recommend one of these rooms. It’s very nice to have that private plunge pool to relax in, especially if you aren’t acclimated to the heat yet. Private access to the beach and shaded beds right outside your room are the perfect place to watch the incredible sunsets of Santa Teresa. The staff at Nantipa amazing, very friendly and very helpful. I exchanged emails with Hazel, the concierge, leading up to our stay and she answered all of my questions promptly. She took care of everything for us, from the tours and the excursions to the ATV rental and delivery to the flowers waiting in the room for my wife. She also arranged for an “under the stars dinner” for our anniversary. I’m so happy we did this. Not only was it a wonderful dinner and way to celebrate, but we got to meet our server, Kevin. His genuine personality and fun demeanor made not only that dinner but our entire stay so much better. Finally, if you have any concerns with safety, you will have no worries at Nantipa. We walked the beach for hours and left our patio door unlocked and our belongings on the beach beds with no problem. There is security to attend to the area. However, I never felt like it was something to be concerned about. Santa Teresa and the surrounding areas have so much to offer, from food to nature. And if you’re looking to make your stay even better, Nantipa is definitely somewhere you should look into.

Excellent place to end our CR trip. There is not much I can complain about. If you are keen on swimming in front of your hotel, this is not your place because of the rocky beach. Special thanks to Rolando our waiter who had a very warm and welcoming nature.

Great place, Great team, state-of-the art yoga sessions, exquisite restaurant!!! Definitely an amazing place to enjoy la pura vida ;) Thanks a lot to all the hotel members for your 5 star services - We will be back in a couple of months or years in the blue zone

The sunsets were amazing. The food was very good. We our special private dinner on the beach. The staff went out of their way to accommodate us. The rooms were beautiful. Don't miss staying here.