Guanacaste beaches are as diverse as the province itself. You can choose from among white sand, black sand, secluded ones with little inns, or those booming with luxurious resorts. All ready to enchant you with beautiful scenic views.
Península de Papagayo
Known for excellent diving, snorkeling, fishing and sailing, this part of the peninsula also has spectacular beaches that are bathed by beautiful sunsets. It also boasts some of the most luxurious hotels in the country.
Playa Panamá
About 3.5 km from Playa Hermosa. Formerly for camping, but government regulations changed that to protect flora and fauna. Peaceful with fairly safe waters.
Playa Hermosa
Cool waters and a protected gray-sand beach make this beach a peaceful getaway. Playa Hermosa, which means beautiful beach in Spanish, is 9.5 km. west of Sardinal.
Playas del Coco
One of the most popular beach towns for Ticos, however, many tourists pass this beach up for the more attractive and clean waters of nearby towns when it comes to playing in the waves. For a jump-off point for diving, though, Playas del Coco is pretty much number one, with a wide selection of dive shops and attractive tours. Playas del Coco also boasts a popping nightlife, lots of bars and restaurants and quieter sections north and south of town, 7 km. west of Sardinal.
Playa Ocotal
Situated three km. west of Coco, tranquil, dark-sand beach, ideal for snorkeling, diving and fishing.
Playa Potrero
From Coco, turn right at Congo Trail Canopy tour sign on top of bus stop, just past turnoff for Playa Hermosa. Fastest route from Playas del Coco is bouncy, 16-km. Monkey Trail, passable only in dry season; 4WD required. The Beach Times (www.thebeachtimes.com), weekly newspaper covers this section of coast.
Playa Flamingo
From main beach highway, 35 km. west of Belén turnoff. Protected, white-sand beach, about 3 km. south of Potrero. One of the best resort areas in the province.
Playa Brasilito
About 4 km. south of Flamingo, discreet beach and fishing community with new developments along main road.
Playa Conchal
This beach is known for having, instead of sand, tiny, tiny bits of shell, hence the name Conchal, which means shell in Spanish.
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