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good room ahead of time. Note that some hotels have a three-night minimum during
Christmas and Easter weeks.
Camping is technically illegal on the beaches, but there is a small, shaded campground
with bathrooms (200m away) and cold-water showers only a 10-minute walk north of
town on the beach. It's got a communal ethos, and there's no charge for space. Kick in for
meals and all will be groovy.
There are a sprinkling of long-term rentals and boutique three-star hotels above Monte-
zuma off the road to Cóbano, all of which are only suitable if you have wheels.
Luna Llena
HOSTEL
bathroom from US$55/38; )
On the northern edge of town on a hilltop overlooking the bay is this delightful budget op-
tion. There's an inviting dorm and 12 varied, private rooms, all of them spotless, most with
balconies and shared bathroom facilities. There are two fully equipped kitchens, a barbe-
cue grill and a breezy communal lounge with rattan chair-swings and stunning ocean
views. Wildlife abounds in this area (keep your food in the communal kitchen).
Luz en el Cielo
HOSTEL, B&B
8811-3700, 2642-0030;
www.luzenelcielo.com
;
dm US$15-27, s/d/tr/q
US$54/78/98/112; )
In the heart of the jungle but two minutes from town, this homey hostel and B&B is an in-
viting retreat. Crowded dorm rooms are super clean with sturdy wood furniture and lock-
ers, while the new 'luxury' dorms are more spacious, with TVs, private balconies and en
suite bathrooms. The treetop
cabinas
are also wonderful. Amazing breakfasts (included in
rates), enticing hammocks and super-friendly staff.
Hotel Pargo Feliz
CABINA
You can't beat the location of these beachfront
cabinas
in the heart of Montezuma. Rooms
are simple, clean and fan-cooled. The communal balcony and garden terrace have relaxing
hammocks with sea views, and at night the surf will lull you to sleep.
