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Yoga Studio at Nautilus
YOGA
( 2640-0991;
www.hotelnautiluscostarica.com
;
yoga US$10)
Twice-daily yoga classes are held on the deck at the Nautilus Boutique Hotel, offering
lovely views over the village. Private lessons are also available.
Sleeping & Eating
Frank's Place occupies the corner of the main intersection in Playa el Carmen; this is also
where shuttles will drop you off and pick you up. Entries are listed in order from the main
Playa el Carmen intersection.
Santa Teresa
Horizon Yoga Hotel
HOTEL
( 2640-0524;
www.horizon-yogahotel.com
;
d US$120-140, q US$210; )
Replete with fountains and profound beauty, this stunning terraced property on the Santa
Teresa hillside offers barefoot elegance at its best. There is a range of rooms, including
family-friendly villas with private pools. A better choice is the stilted bamboo bungalows,
which have decks with hammocks and massive 180-degree ocean views.
The same views are available at the nearby teahouse that plays jazz, blends smoothies
and brews a delicious house-made herbal tea.
Brisas Del Mar
SEAFOOD
( 2640-0941;
www.buenosairesmalpais.com
; mains US$14-18; 8-11am & 4-10pm Tue-Sun; )
It's worth the steep climb for sensational views and delectable seafood at the poolside patio
restaurant at the Hotel Buenos Aires. Begin with a specialty cocktail as you peruse the
day's menu written on the blackboard. Look for fresh
fruits de mer
prepared with interna-
tional influences, such as chipotle lime-marinated tuna with roasted-tomato salsa and
jalapeño cilantro cream. Brisas del Mar is open for breakfast too.
Hostel 7
HOSTEL
