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La Hacienda Tropical

200 Meters past ICE Tower | on left, Mal Pais, Costa Rica
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La Hacienda Tropical
Ranked #3 of 5 Mal Pais B&B and Inns
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Houston, Texas
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

This hotel was beautiful. You walk through an amazing pool area to get to the main lodge, which is open and inviting. There are several sitting areas where you can relax, and the staff is friendly. My friends and I shared a very cool room that had huge ceilings, a queen bed, and large couches running along 2 sides of... More

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Western Maryland
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13 reviews 13 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2013

La Hacienda is a small "hotel" with a Spanish Colonial style, which adds character and ambiance with the use of stone, tile and wood. The rooms are built around a refreshing clean pool area with chairs, umbrellas and hammocks under foliage that provides some shade if desired. A main shared "living space" or common area is central for the guests,... More

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Beaufort, South Carolina
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16 reviews 16 reviews
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2013

We were given what was described as the 'best room' at the hotel. In truth, it left much to be desired....it was next to the pool, making it the noisiest location there. Also, the bed was old, i.e. the mattress needed to be replaced long ago, as it was rock hard. When my wife mentioned it to the manager, she... More

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Mariiann, Manager at La Hacienda Tropical, responded to this review
28 January 2013

It would have been nice for you to tell us when you were here last March. I find it strange that you wait so long to write a review. Nearly 11 months have passed since your visit and did you think perhaps we have replaced the mattress and fixed the shower curtain in that time frame. Since then we have... More

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3 hotel reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2013

This is a nice lodge in the small town of mal pais. The neighbour town santa teresa is very busy, but a kilometer south, you will find mal pais. The haciënda tropical has 7 small appartments. We only paid 70dollars per night for a room with private bathroom, 2 bedrooms, airco. The lodge was really friendly, we could use the... More

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Arlington, Virginia
2 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2013 via mobile

I stayed here for a few weeks in July, 2012. I was looking for a moderately secluded getaway where I could decompress after burning out hard at work. La Hacienda fit the bill nicely. The grounds are beautiful, the amenities are simple but thoughtful, and the proprietors and staff were like characters out of a movie about a woman who... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2013 via mobile

I stayed three nights here recently and the hotel's greatest asset is the manager- Vicente. Amazing person! Unfortunately he will no longer be working here after Jan. 15. The hotel is peaceful with a nice pool, but the owners are not very nice people and do not speak gratefully or respectfully to their staff making me not want to return... More

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Mariiann, Owner at La Hacienda Tropical, responded to this review
19 January 2013

Oh my, I certainly apologize if I came across that way to you. Certainly as you can see by all my other reviews this is not my style by any means... Perhaps my right hand man Vincente leaving added to my stress level as I try to train 5 people to do what Vincente did ... He is amazing and... More

Calgary, Canada
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 January 2013

Our family chose to visit Costa Rica for our first Christmas away from home. La Hacienda provided us with all of the comforts of home that we thought we would miss. We were well cared for by Vincente who made sure he was there for our every need. Paul and Maryann catered to our every request from fishing, quads to... More

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Falmouth, Massachusetts, United States
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 December 2012

It's been almost a year since, I was fortunate to spend a week at La Hacienda with my two daughters and several friends from Falmouth, Ma. It was one of my most relaxing vacations. The type of place you get up in the morning put on your bathing suit, grab a cup of coffee sit by the pool til your... More

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Paris, France
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 September 2012

That is the way you feel at the Hacienda Tropical. The owner Marianne welcome you there as if it was her own private house. She will help you to arrange canopy tour, surf lessons, atv rental... anything you need! And you really feel as being part of the family. Vicente will prepare you a wonderful breakfast with plantatas. Everyone gets... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 August 2012

We were at La Hacienda at our honeymoon.It was amazing,the location is great,close to the ocean,great rooms,Vincente is wonderful,Maryann helped us with the activities and all the restaurants.We enjoyed very much and waiting to go there again...

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Additional Information about La Hacienda Tropical

Also Known As:
La Hacienda Tropical Hotel Mal Pais
La Hacienda Tropical Hotel
La Hacienda Tropical Costa Rica/Mal Pais
Address: 200 Meters past ICE Tower | on left, Mal Pais, Costa Rica
Region: Costa Rica > Province of Puntarenas > Mal Pais
Amenities:
Beach Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Children Activities Kitchenette Pets Allowed Room Service Suites Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #3 of 5 B&Bs / Inns in Mal Pais
Price Range: $
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
We are a boutique hotel located in Mal Pais, Costa Rica. Our hacienda was built with old world charm set within a tropical haven. We have 5 suites all with private bath and each special in their own way. Two cabinas are on the property and each have a kitchenette and veranda porch. Pool, Wi-fi, AC, minutes from beach and restaurants. Breakfast & dinners available on request. We provide direction and guidance for your activities and needs. Always here to lend a helping hand to help make your trip to Mal Pais perfect. Pura Vida ... more   less 

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