At the time of this writing (late 2008) public internet services were apparently going to be available “in two weeks.” Only time will tell. There are public phones outside the Vista del Mar Restaurant, the Bay Bambu Bar, and other spots up and down the main road. You can buy phone cards from...
Communication Company
Playa Matapalo, Matapalo, Costa Rica
You can rent bikes and boogie boards for $10 per day from the Jungle House (2787-5005). For surfboard rentals try El Coquito, however if you call (2787-5028) you may not reach somebody who speaks...
Other Service
Playa Matapalo, Matapalo, Costa Rica
There is an ATM by the soccer field in the town of Matapalo before the beach. Many accommodations and stores will accept American dollars but you’ll probably get ripped off with the exchange. There is a Bank of Costa Rica in Dominical. This area is slowly developing and more banks are being...
Money Service
Playa Matapalo, Matapalo, Costa Rica
Getting laundry done at Vista del Mar costs approximately $8 for a medium bag and $10 for a larger one. Your accommodation may have different prices or allow you access to machines for free....
Ok, so it’s not exactly a tourism office… but the staff at Pulperia La Espiral, located on the Costanera, just south of the road to Playa Matapalo, can help you (next door to the Express del Pacifico Restaurant). They have info about local activities and bus timetables. Plus you can get a free...
Tourist Information.
Playa Matapalo, Matapalo, Costa Rica