Moana Lodge

Location: Malpais Ocean View Hotel

Hotel Description:

Moana Lodge is a small luxurious ocean view hotel located in the magnificent tranquil region of Malpaiss on the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica.

Here you’ll encounter a stay that blends charm with style leaving you with an unforgettable personal experience. Combining African inspiration with panoramic ocean views, beautiful tropical gardens, surrounding lush jungle and being within 200 meters of the ocean makes Moana an idyllic peaceful hideaway.

Rooms

The hotels rooms are placed on multi-levels throughout the hotel grounds, dispersed within the lush tropical gardens in five separate buildings. The hotel has a total of ten rooms, the Suite, two junior suites, four deluxe and three standard rooms. All of the rooms are of a high standard, the three suites being the larger and more luxurious of the room types.

All rooms come with air-conditioning, hot water, private bathroom, private deck, room safe and mini bar.

Restaurant

We’re delighted that we’re now able to serve our guests breakfast and dinner in our new ocean view restaurant and bar. Since we took over the hotel in 2006 our dream was to open this part of the hotels property to all of our guests to witness the truly spectacular view on offer.

While you sit and watch the waves break along the Mal País coastline you’ll be served an ever changing breakfast containing local fresh fruit and rich native coffee, leaving you with an experience to cherish long after you’ve returned home.

Then in the evenings the restaurant truly transforms, with a wide and diverse menu, ambient lighting and Latin music fills the air.

Sample one of our deliciously prepared meals from our menu or just lay back at the lounge and choose from our full bar list or alternativly sip on a freshly prepared cocktail as the sun sets and the waves crash in the background.

Our experienced kitchen staff have a vast knowledge of both international and Costa Rican flavours. Bringing their creations to life by combining the freshest and finest of local produce with exotic fruit and vegetables giving diners the chance to experience fine Costa Rican dining with a tropical twist.

Moana's spectacular pool at night

The Papaya Lounge and Restaurant and Bar is open for breakfast and dinner.

The restaurant closes on Tuesdays.

Pool & Hot Tub Jacuzzi

At the pool you’ll find comfortable lounge-chairs and suspended day beds where you can stretch out on while eagles and frigate birds circle overhead. Slip into the heated Jacuzzi which overlooks the gardens and listen to the peaceful sounds of the rainforest making the Jacuzzi an ideal spot to enjoy a relaxing drink. At night the pool area is dramatically lit, with African masks casting intriguing shadows, creating an exotic ambience.

Concierge and Office Services

Our front desk will gladly assist you on any queries or reservations you may need, whether it be on tours, maps, flights, surf breaks, or simply directing you to you’re next destination, we’re there to help.

With many years of experience and extensive local knowledge of the wildlife, restaurants, beaches, we’ll provide you with professional advice and assistance.

Located also in our reception is a client PC and wireless internet which is free for guests to use. You can check your emails, burn CD’s, upload photos or print off flight confirmations.

Check in time is at 2pm and should you arrive late our front desk is accessible 24hrs a day.

Rancho and Pool Bar

Our rancho is an open style lounge that sits next to the pool and allows you to seek shelter when the sun gets too hot. It’s also the perfect place to practice Yoga in the mornings, read a book in the afternoons or indulge in a soothing massage in the evenings.

Sit back and chill out at our self service pool bar which is perfect for a refreshing drink or a friendly chat while you’re hanging out by the pool.

Barbeque Area

The BBQ area is set in a charming and leafy part of the hotel grounds. It was built to allow guests to cook up their catch from their fishing trips ensuring memorable nights spent in Moana.

TV Lounge

On the second floor of the restaurant you’ll find our TV lounge and balcony that looks out over the ocean.

The air conditioned lounge has a 42 inch plasma screen TV, hundreds of movie titles to choose from, a luxurious hand crafted lounge bed and sofas allowing you to lie back and enjoy the show.

The second floor also has an outside terrace balcony and a telescope for gazing up at the stars at night or to spot passing whales.

If you are considering hosting a private function for your group or party please email us for more information.

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