Santa Teresa

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Santa Teresa is a small town on Costa Rica’s Pacific coast, with beaches, guesthouses and residential development stretched along rough roads. Forest, hills and small local communities remain close to the expanding visitor strip. The transition between surrounding countryside and residential areas remains visible away from the principal visitor routes. Local communities occupy the ground between residential areas and local streets, keeping the broader landscape active.

Surfing and wellness dominate, while food and beach walks create a sociable rhythm. Roads can be difficult in wet weather, and the town’s dispersed layout makes careful accommodation choice important. Time spent around surrounding countryside also brings residential areas into view, adding another layer to the visit. The contrast between surrounding countryside and residential areas becomes clearest when more than one area is explored.