Sugar Monkey (Guanacaste, Costa Rica) ★★★
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Summary
Here you'll find yourself instantly melting into "pura vida".
Our vibrant hotel is just a step away from miles of Playa Grande's white-sand beach. At Sugar's Monkey, you can enjoy fresh, local food from the restaurant and bar, relax in an open-air lounge, and connect with people from around the world. Come discover the perfect place to relax after your Costa Rican adventure!
Packages & prices
6 packages
ABOUT THE SURF CAMP
LOCATION AND SURF CONDITIONS
We are located 500 ft (150mt) from spot where waves are more consistent of our beach-break, Grande offer optimal surfing conditions all year. Best rides from December till April, when off-shore winds blowing.
Grande is also base camp for many Guancaste surf adventures, from famous Playa Avellanas to Playa Negrathrought the worldwidely recognized Witch Rock (Roca Bruja) we can organize best adventure for you and your friend with local guide to ride the best waves of Costa Rica.
ACCOMMODATION AND CATERING
ACCOMMODATION TYPES
Each room offers air conditioning, ambient fans, a private bathroom, shower, and hot water. Choose between our double occupancy rooms for two people, larger room for four or our last floor superior queen with private balcony.
CATERING
You can find a kitchen - for self-catering - in each room. The hostel offers only a breakfast, but this isn't included in the room prices. But depending on your preferences, it's possible, to get a breakfast for little money.
SURF COURSE AND ACTIVITIES
SURF COURSE DETAILS
There are private as well as group surf lessons available.
SURF MATERIALS
For a surf lesson, you have to rent a board. Sugar Monkey offers boards for 10$ per day.
OTHER ACTIVITIES
Life in Grande is built mostly around ocean life. Here there is the opportunity to indulge in beach life, explore nearby beaches, try a yoga class, and visit the beachside “Taco Star” for refreshments.
MORE INFO, HOW TO GET THERE & FAQ
SURF CONDITIONS
Breaks directly at the main spot and at nearby spots
An experienced surfer will love our one-step spot located at the mouth of our ocean entrance. Here, waves are larger and more consistent, but an intermediate surfer can find easier conditions within walking distance.
Surf in Grande is best from December through April, when strong off-shore winds bring optimal swell, but it is possible to surf year round!
Grande is also the perfect "base camp" to explore nearby Roca Bruja, Avellanas, Play Negra, Marbella, Ostional, Nosara, and Camaronal. Start here and ride all Guanacaste waves!
SURROUNDINGS / REGION
Activities and facilities
Best discovering our pristine environment early morning dive into pristine nature by exploring the nearby salt-water estuary. This three-hour tour features traditional canoes. Discover the brackish heart of Grande: a world of alligators, monkeys, and dazzling spectrum of birds.
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Ways to get to the camp
Situated in Liberia, 40 miles from Playa Grande, is a small charming airport. Direct flights from USA and Canada arrive and depart daily. It is managed by Swissport.
San Jose International Airport
The largest airport in Costa Rica, SJO, is 150 miles from Playa Grand. After arriving, you can finish your journey to Grande by shared shuttle or airplane.
Tamarindo Private Airport (Domestic Flights)
8 miles from Grande is a small airport with basic service. This airport connects to Liberia and San Jose operated by SANSA.
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