KiteHouse

This excellent operation has taken over the western end of Playa Copal, with a wide range of accommodations, kiteboarding lessons and rentals (the same family runs Kiteboarding Costa Rica), and a hilltop restaurant (8am to 9pm). Every sleeping option – from dorm room to villa – has a terrific view of the beach. The rooms also have kitchenettes; there are few other places to eat.