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Hotel Casa Chameleon Mal Pais - Adults Only

4.0 star property
Adults-only hotel with spa services and an outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Bathroom sink
Villa | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar
Poolside bar
Villa Suite | Living room | IPod dock, MP3 dock

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Villa Suite | Terrace/patio

Villa Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 121 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Villa

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 47 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 47 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

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From the ICE tower 500 mts South, and 250 mts East, Mal Pais, CĆ³bano, Puntarenas, 51-1017

What's nearby

  • Playa Mal PaĆ­s - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Carmen Beach - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Santa Teresa Beach - 11 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Cocal Beach - 21 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Hermosa Beach - 25 min drive - 7.7 miles

Getting around

  • CĆ³bano Airport (ACO) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ā€ŖKooks Smokehouse and Bar - ā€¬7 min drive
  • ā€ŖThe Bakery - ā€¬5 min drive
  • ā€ŖEl Carmen - ā€¬5 min drive
  • ā€ŖPronto Piccola Italia - ā€¬7 min drive
  • ā€ŖThe Roastery - ā€¬5 min drive

About this property

Hotel Casa Chameleon Mal Pais - Adults Only

Luxury upscale hotel by the ocean
Consider a stay at Hotel Casa Chameleon Mal Pais - Adults Only and take advantage of an adjacent golf course, a poolside bar, and a terrace. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like cycling and Pilates at this hotel. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a facial, a manicure/pedicure, or a massage. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A garden, laundry facilities, and a bar are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-in
  • A front-desk safe, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as private plunge pools and premium bedding, in addition to perks like laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and Select Comfort beds
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • Furnished balconies or patios, coffee/tea makers, and ceiling fans

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pilates classes
  • Yoga classes

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 10 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2005
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • iPod dock
  • MP3 dock
  • Private plunge pool

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 60 per room (one way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
At least 24 hours noticed is required for dinner reservations.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this adults-only property
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Casa Chameleon
Hotel Casa Chameleon Mal Pais Cobano
Chameleon Hotel
Casa Chameleon Mal Pais Cobano
Hotel Casa Chameleon Mal Pais
Hotel Chameleon
Casa Chameleon Costa Rica/Mal Pais
Casa Chameleon Mal Pais Coban

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Casa Chameleon Mal Pais - Adults Only have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Hotel Casa Chameleon Mal Pais - Adults Only pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Casa Chameleon Mal Pais - Adults Only?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Casa Chameleon Mal Pais - Adults Only?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

What time is check-out at Hotel Casa Chameleon Mal Pais - Adults Only?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Hotel Casa Chameleon Mal Pais - Adults Only provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 60 per room applies.

Where is Hotel Casa Chameleon Mal Pais - Adults Only located?

Situated by the ocean, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Playa Mal PaĆ­s and Carmen Beach. Santa Teresa Beach is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

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Hotel Casa Chameleon Mal Pais - Adults Only Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 79 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

The staff was super friendly and the property was beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10

Stunning view,
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

We really enjoyed our stay here. Brandon gave us great recommendations for restaurants and exceeded our expectations for customer service. The caoba room had a spectacular view.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Absolutely incredible staff, very welcoming and attentive. The property was perfect, youā€™re basically in the jungle so be prepared for some ants but also incredible up close views of monkeys, iguanas and birds!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Absolutely private. You stay in very reclusive Villas that protect your privacy. Ideal place to relax, let go and rejuvenate.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

4/10

Property is gorgeous but room is not sealed up and at dark the room became infested with flying bugs. They came under the doors, over the doors between the doors. They got in my hair and the staff offered nothing to change it. I left after one night because it was digusting
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10

The ambience is beautiful but the wonderful staff made the trip a real joy.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Beautifully appointed rooms with private plunge pool and view of ocean. Staff very courteous. Breakfasts included in rate were excellent. We ate dinner at the hotel most nights for convenience and because the food and service was good. The main drawback of this hotel is that it is too far away from Santa Teresa and the main beaches to walk so you need to book taxis ( $20 each way), rent an ATV or rent a car.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Great stay! Lots of bugs at night due to being in the jungle
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

This place was breathtaking! My husband and I truly enjoyed our stay here. The staff were amazing and attentive even before I got there. The villa looks exactly like the pictures shown. Would come back here again if visiting.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10

Great resort with amazing views and great staff , definitely will visit again .
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

Lovely staff and amazing views
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Great hotel for spending vacation in Santa Teresa Located uphill with great view from room and hotel and away from bustling center of town Staff very helpful Good restaurant if you donā€™t want to go in town Better to have quad or auto to get uphill
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10

The staff was amazing!!! Andy is a gem. Carlos also went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable. Will definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

After reaching the property itā€™s up a massive in paved hill itā€™s incredibly pretty with amazing ocean views. Mariano and David greeted us and the service was incredible. The villa had a pool much larger than a plunge pool, it was our own small private pool. The breakfast was awesome so were all the different juices. Definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10

There was nothing not to like about this property!!! Well... except the steps maybe to get to our bungalo! 121 straight up the mountain! But it was so worth it!!! We were there and only saw one other couple on property the entire time! The staff was incredible! Helpful, polite, available... perfection!!!!! Cannot wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10

Firstly, the staff are what makes this place shine. Oscar, David and Andy made our stay very enjoyable. They demonstrated excellent service and were accommodating. The food was excellent but the choices were limited and the menu didnā€™t change during the 8 days we were there. I would have liked to have more options. We did have a mini bar and in-room snacks but there is no price list so be careful in what you consume or you can get hit with an extra bill. Fortunately we had a car and were able to have numerous dining options in Santa Teresa. The grounds are lush and beautiful. We stayed in the casita called Ultra. The casita was large with an attached infinity pool. The view was spectacular. The interior was nice but areas show wear and tear. Particularly the pool where tiles are missing and the pool was not cleaned while we were there. The main pool by the restaurant seemed to be ok but we didnā€™t use it. Overall, the room was tidy but far from pristine. There is minimal lighting in the bathroom and no natural sunlight so it was dark. Lighting in general in the casita was poor. The biggest problem for us were the 131 stairs we had to negotiate to get to/from our room. I was not warned ahead of time and because my husband has had a stroke and doesnā€™t walk well, it was very difficult. Additionally, there is not enough lighting along the stair path and is not safe because there are nothing to hold onto. This is not a place for anyone with orthopedic issues.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Casa Chameleon was a dream vacation for us. The staff was wonderful and we felt so at ease on this property. The rooms and the views are spectacular and it was well worth the extended trip. We're hoping to stay here again soon.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

En general una buena experiencia, las habitaciones podrĆ­an usar un poco mĆ”s de mantenimiento pero nada que afecte la estadĆ­a. El plus de tener la pequeƱa piscina en la habitaciĆ³n es demasiado bueno. Queda Perfecto para estadĆ­a en pareja (hotel adults only). La ubicaciĆ³n del hotel estĆ” cerca de MalPais y de Santa Teresa, no para caminar pero a 5 minutos en carro. El restaurante: el desayuno muy bueno, pero n mi caso estaba incluido, buenas presentacion, buen servicio. El staff en general fueron muy amables. Christopher en recepciĆ³n, en el restaurante el muchacho moreno de pelo largo (olvidĆ© su nombre)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10

10/10

Amazing property, very private and limited number of people at the resort which was nice. Having your own dipping pool was great. You were able to hear and see the howler monkeys from your room which was cool. Staff were friendly and super helpful with all needs. The property is close to town with lots of restaurants to choose from. The town is not as commercialised as Tamarindo which makes it better. The area has lovely beaches (Santa Teresa) - and every sunset was amazing! Would recommend a good car (4WD or SUV) as driveway/road to property is steep and a mixture of broken concrete and gravel. If you can get a shuttle to the area, i would recommend that and then hire a quad bike at the property or in town (its around 70-85$ per day).
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10

The staff was amazing and so helpful- they really bent over backwards to get to know us and make our stay as perfect as it was. Fernanda, Andy, Diego and Justin were exceptional!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10

The room was extraordinary. Beautiful view and very private pool, also with great view. It was in the least expensive room category but was likely the most fantastic room in which we have ever stayed. Lots of beautiful birds and surprisingly nice monkeys, squirrels, iguanas, and even an anteater visited our property. We would return in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10

Our room was amazing. Awesome view, comfortable, and luxurious. We loved the dipping pool and all the places to sit and lounge. The staff was great! Karen arranged rides, rentals, directions, suggestions, reservations and was so friendly and efficient in caring for our needs. Andy, Jodie and Alfredo were great waiters but so much more. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021