Montezuma, Costa Rica
Montezuma is a long-time favorite for travelers in Costa Rica. The picturesque little village is well-known for its bohemian flair and the stunning beauty of its beaches, rivers and waterfalls.
Itinerant artists in Montezuma
For decades Montezuma has drawn European and American drop-outs, naturalists and artists who formed a colorful counter-cultural, multi-ethnic melange of people.
The bay of Montezuma, Costa Rica
Nestled into a landscape reflecting the tropical paradise, Montezuma is a travel destination for eco-tourists, beach lovers
and offbeat tourists alike. The small beach village is hemmed in by high cliffs overgrown with jungle where small rivers tumble
down and form scenic waterfalls and natural pools. Groups of capuchin monkeys live in the forests around Montezuma and are easy to spot.
Hotel in Montezuma
Montezuma's center, with charming old wood houses, itinerant artists, and vivid street life feels like the
open-air living room of the community where a continuous mellow party takes place.
Hotels in Montezuma, restaurants and beaches are all within short walking distance and there are many budget accommodations available, along with
vacation rentals or nature oriented hotels.
Montezuma center looking upon Chico's bar
The hot spot of the nightlife scene is Chico's Bar right in the center of Montezuma. The open air bar with dance floor looks out to the street life on the front side and on the back has lounging by the sea where you can watch the moon shimmering over the Gulf of Nicoya.
The organic market in Montezuma
Across from the Gulf, 50 km from Montezuma, is the mainland of Costa Rica and there are taxi boats available to
whisk you over to Jaco.
The hippie roots of Montezuma are most palpaple on the small farmers market held each Saturday morning. Here you can buy organic food, handicrafts and clothes, while musicians gather for a jam session.
Activities in Montezuma:
To both sides of Montezuma, a few steps from the village center, you can explore miles of fantastic beaches with secluded coves and tidepools. See: Beaches, rivers and waterfalls around Montezuma
Tortuga Islands near Montezuma
A host of operators in Montezuma offer tours to nearby sights and activities. A day jaunt to the Tortuga Islands
includes snorkeling in crystal-clear water.
Another popular tour is the canopy by the Montezuma waterfall where you
zip through the verdant river valley. Other options are scuba diving, sport fishing, surfing, horseback riding or yoga classes.
A not-to-be-missed jewel for nature lovers is Cabo Blanco, Costa Rica's oldest Nature Reserve, located 9 km south of Montezuma.