With just 35 accommodations, including single guest rooms and suites, standalone oceanfront casitas, and a two-bedroom villa, the three-acre boutique property strikes the perfect balance between privacy and a lively commune.
Travel + Leisure, April 2026This stylish new beachfront stay hums with an impossibly cool energy, drawing surfers and design lovers in equal measure. With world-class, year-round waves out front, swoon-worthy, texture-rich interiors within and food frankly worth a pilgrimage, Fermata claims its place as Santa Teresa’s chicest new address.
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Beachfront Living in Santa Teresa
Set directly on the sands of La Lora Surf Break, Hotel Fermata places guests at the heart of Santa Teresa’s surf culture and barefoot energy. Here, the ocean is more than a view — it shapes the rhythm of every stay, bringing together laid-back coastal living with the raw beauty and vitality of Costa Rica’s Pacific shoreline.
Rooms Rooted in Nature and Energy
Each room reflects the spirit of Santa Teresa itself: calm yet vibrant, refined yet deeply connected to nature. Thoughtfully designed spaces invite guests to slow down and settle into the town’s distinctive atmosphere, where jungle greenery, sea air, and the sound of the waves create a constant sense of ease. Whether travelling as a couple, with friends, or as a family, every stay balances understated luxury with effortless comfort.
Mediterranean Flavours by the Ocean
At the center of the hotel is Fermata Kitchen, led by Chef Olivier Palazzo. Rooted in Mediterranean flavours and elevated through French culinary technique, the menu is designed around sharing and connection. Relaxed yet refined, the restaurant brings guests together over vibrant dishes inspired by both the coast and the spirit of communal dining.
The Spirit of Santa Teresa
Hotel Fermata captures the essence of Santa Teresa through an atmosphere that feels both social and serene. Vibrant communal spaces flow naturally into moments of quiet retreat, creating a stay that feels intimate, relaxed, and deeply connected to the local surf town surrounding it.
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