Hotel Nantipa opens new Plaza Pochote, in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica

SANTA TERESA, COSTA RICA – Nantipa – A Tico Beach Experience announce the opening of Plaza Pochote, a new shopping plaza designed to enhance the enjoyment and convenience of its guests while promoting the development of the local Santa Teresa community. Strategically located adjacent to the entrance of Nantipa, the new plaza features seven commercial spaces, allowing guests to access a variety of activities and services that will enrich their stay. This initiative not only diversifies the entertainment and wellness options available to locals and visitors alike, but also generates a positive impact on the region. In addition to its leisure offerings, Plaza Pochote also includes the first BAC Credomatic in the area of Santa Teresa offering loans to small businesses and easier access to US dollars, bringing essential financial services closer to the local community and eliminating the need for long-distance travel for banking transactions.

New Commercial Spaces Include:

• Ohana Beach Store: A chic shopping destination for fashion and accessories.
• Somos Café: A cozy spot offering delicious Costa Rica-sourced coffee, light bites and local fare
• Happilates: A pilates studio providing classes for fitness enthusiasts with special pricing and priority scheduling for guests.
• Ananda Dive ‘N Flow: A specialty dive store catering to diving and water sports enthusiasts with special pricing and priority for guests.
• Pedestrian Walkways: Complementing the plaza buildout is the first new paved sidewalk in the town which allows for safer pedestrian walkways.
• Spacious parking, exclusive electric charging station for guests, and a terrace for dining and relaxing featuring a scenic view open to all.
• BAC Credomatic: One of the most important private banks in Costa Rica, offering financial products and services to 4.7 million clients throughout the region. This branch is their first in Santa Teresa, contributing significantly to local financial accessibility and convenience.
• FAMM Arquitectura: An architectural firm offering design and consulting services.
• Pignataro Abogados: A law firm providing legal services and advice.

“Plaza Pochote is a great addition to the range of services for our guests and for the area in general,” said Harry Hartman, Owner and General Manager of Hotel Nantipa. “It enhances the community by providing essential services and enriching the overall experience for visitors. With our partnership with BAC Credomatic, we share essential company values, including responsible business management for the sustainable development of communities, in this case, Santa Teresa. Our goal is to positively impact the quality of life of people, and we are very happy to be a bridge for them to start their operations in the area.”

This new shopping plaza represents Nantipa’s continued commitment to sustainable development and the well-being of its community. As a founding member of the local Chamber of Tourism–Catuza, the hotel aims to contribute to the economic growth and quality of life in Santa Teresa by supporting local businesses and providing essential services.

Hotel Nantipa‘s dedication to the long-term viability of the Santa Teresa community is part of a holistic sustainability program, as recognized by ICT – the Costa Rican Tourism Board and the United Nations World Tourism Organization. It promotes Costa Rican traditions, employs local residents, uses biodegradable products, recycles, and implements water and electricity saving programs to minimize environmental impact. The hotel also supports local businesses, initiates environmental awareness programs like the “10 Minute Beach Clean-Up,” and collaborates with sustainability partners such as the Nicoya Peninsula Waterkeeper and Cirenas. An electric car charging station will also be added to the plaza in the coming months.

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