Costa Rica Beach information

As the most developed beach near Puerto Viejo, Playa Cocles is also the most popular. With great surfing waves, soft tan sand and bright blue waters, Playa Cocles is considered as one of the most beautiful beaches in Costa Rica. It is right in between Playa Chiquita and Puerto Viejo making it very easily accessible. […]

Although Playa Langosta is only 2 kilometers (1.2 miles) south of Tamarindo, this pristine tan sand beach has a completely different vibe. While Tamarindo is known for a rowdy nightlife, a crowded surf and lots of shops, Langosta has just a handful. Because of this, Langosta is an excellent beach for those looking for a […]

In Southern Guanacaste, you can find one of the most relaxing, picturesque and cleanest beaches in Costa Rica: Playa Carrillo. With just 500 year round residents, Carrillo is an excellent beach to get away from crowded Samara. In this guide, we’ll help you plan your visit to Playa Carrillo, Costa Rica. This post has affiliate […]

Although it may seem like Guanacaste beaches are very touristy, there a plethora of beautiful under the tourist radar beaches to discover. One of those beaches is Playa Marbella, about one hour south of Tamarindo and 30 minutes north of Nosara. It’s a great surfing beach and for anyone looking for a off the beaten […]

Guanacaste, Costa Rica, or the “gold coast” earned its nickname due to the plethora of beautiful beaches in the province. You can spend days exploring the coast, finding gorgeous beaches that you can have all to yourself! We have been exploring the beaches of Guanacaste for over ten years together and in this article, we’re […]

If you’re looking for a quiet beach to stay at in the Gulf of Papagayo, check out Ocotal Beach. This small black sand beach is just a mere 3 km (1.9 miles) away from the popular beach town of Playas del Coco. This post will help you plan your trip to Ocotal Beach whether it’s […]