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Shark Town Mal Pais

3.0 star property
3-star apartment near Santa Teresa Beach

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Studio Standard | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster
Studio Standard | Pool
Deluxe House | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster
Exterior
Studio Standard | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

Map
a60 Calle Carmen, Mal Pais, Cóbano, Puntarenas Province, 60111
  • Carmen Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Playa Mal País
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Santa Teresa Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Tambor (TMU)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe House

  • 1346 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 3 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

Studio Standard

  • 280 sq ft
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Malpais

Close to the beach.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Carmen Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Playa Mal País with a stay here. Also, Santa Teresa Beach is within 3 miles (5 km) and Cocal Beach is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Carmen Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Playa Mal País - 6 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Santa Teresa Beach - 7 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Cocal Beach - 16 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Hermosa Beach - 21 min drive - 6.4 miles

Getting around

  • Cóbano Airport (ACO) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kooks Smokehouse and Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Bakery - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪El Carmen - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pronto Piccola Italia - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Roastery - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Shark Town Mal Pais

3-star apartment near Santa Teresa Beach
Shark Town Mal Pais offers its guests a terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a communal living room. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Cóbano apartment is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2021
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
Shark Town Mal Pais offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with private pools and private plunge pools. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations have separate sitting areas and are furnished with twin sofa beds. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels and pay movies. Accommodations at this 3-star apartment have kitchenettes with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries.

This Cóbano apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • White sand beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Pool loungers
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Twin sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Communal living room
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Pay movies

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Terrace

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets or service animals

Suitability/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
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Guidebooks
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Local maps
  • Meal delivery service
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Safe
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surf lessons nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • 5 units
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Built in 2021
  • Soundproofing
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Traditional architecture

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you, key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Shark Town Mal Pais

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Pool access is available 24-hours a day.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Shark Town Mal Pais Cóbano
Shark Town Mal Pais Apartment
Shark Town Mal Pais Apartment Cóbano

Frequently asked questions

How close is Shark Town Mal Pais to the airport?

Shark Town Mal Pais is 7.7 mi (23-min drive) away from the Cóbano Airport (ACO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Shark Town Mal Pais?

As of Jun 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shark Town Mal Pais on Jun 10, 2025 start from $85.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Shark Town Mal Pais have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Shark Town Mal Pais.

How close is Shark Town Mal Pais to the beach?

This apartment is a short 5-minute walk from Carmen Beach and 1.8 mi (10-min drive) from Santa Teresa Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Shark Town Mal Pais offer free breakfast?

Shark Town Mal Pais does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Shark Town Mal Pais?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at Shark Town Mal Pais?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Shark Town Mal Pais?

This apartment offers free self parking.

Does Shark Town Mal Pais have a pool?

Yes, there's a private pool. Guests can enjoy 24-hour pool access.

Does Shark Town Mal Pais have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Shark Town Mal Pais to downtown Cóbano?

Shark Town Mal Pais is 0.5 mi away from Carmen.

Shark Town Mal Pais Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

10/10! A jewel in Santa Teresa

10/10 great experience. Super attentive staff. Sabrina (property manager) was super sharp with local info and welcome info. Property in excellent condition. Well maintained very clean and well equipped. Property conveniently located to trendy area where delicious food can be found.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Relaxing, friendly and super clean brand new purpose built units. Right next to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great time at Shark Town. My room (actually more like a small apartment) had everything I needed. The AC unit work great which isn’t always the case when hotels say they have AC. The room and the hotel in general is very well kept and the pool was also always clean. I loved the commitment to the shark theme which can be found all over the grounds! The hotel itself is walking distance from the nearest beach and from town as well. The staff were also fantastic. Management was always friendly and from the moment I arrived I was sent lots of helpful information about the hotel itself and the local surroundings (stores, restaurants, etc). The groundskeeper was also very friendly and always made sure I had everything I needed. I was fortunate enough to stay at the hotel at the same time that the owners were there and they were very friendly, great people. I wish Shark Town all the best and definitely plan on returning. 10/10.

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mis hijos Niños lo adoraron, el lugar la piscina la decoración… todo tenía de todo para cocinar fue muy fácil todo. Lo recomiendo

8/10 Good

Noeleen, Melbourne beach

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great place, great price, very accommodating staff. I would definitely stay here again ..
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Darryl, Eielson AFB

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a bit smaller than it appeared and at first I thought I was gonna hate it because of the motorcycle and ATV traffic on a dusty road. You soon get used to it and it doesnt bother you
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcelo

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Perfect

It was a great time in Shark Town, friendly staff and nice place with beautiful beaches
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023