Playa Hermosa
Playa Hermosa
4.5
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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- lindafrog10 contributionsClean, uncrowded and beautiful low key paradise .If you want uncrowded clean beaches and natural beauty Playa Hermosa is the perfect place. If you want to party and do days of shopping go to Playa Coco a few miles away. The Playa Hermosa beaches are warm and peaceful. Even the beach vendors are low key and gracious. As I look out on our cold snow covered landscape I am dreaming of Playa Hermosa with the wonderful views and great people. It is pura vida .Visited December 2022Written January 14, 2023
- Sam S10 contributionsNice beach a short drive from the airportWe went on a Sunday afternoon and it was quite busy, didn't feel overcrowded like a California beach but there were lots of tourists and locals hanging out and enjoying the water and views of the landscape. For more views, if you drive around there are many scenic overlooks in the area that make for great photo ops. No shortage of shade, vendors, and restaurants around so you could easily spend all day at the beach.Visited January 2023Written January 26, 2023
- lantana50182 contributionsPleasant Hermosa Beach, Costa RicaHermosa Beach was beautiful. We were pleased that it was not crowded. The water and beach were clean. A few local vendors were walking around selling jewelry and wood bowls, but this was not a touristy deluge of souvenirs. We were approached by a tour guide on the beach to go snorkeling. We checked the pricing at our hotel which was $400 for four people. The guide on the beach was $150 total. We had a nice 2-hour boat snorkeling tour at sunset.Visited July 2023Travelled with familyWritten July 26, 2023
- Sara BordenNashville, Tennessee5 contributionsAmazing Sunset Views and Calm AtmosphereWe loved our time on Playa Hermosa. Great snorkeling on the north end of the beach, amazing sunset views, and overall calm and friendly atmosphere. Highly recommend checking out this beach.Visited September 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten September 17, 2023
- Sue LHighlands Ranch, Colorado24 contributionsWorth the drive!It is a very beautiful area. The people are extremely friendly. There are a variety of food options for you to choose from. It did rain almost every afternoon while we were there but that was okay because we were prepared. We took a chance and headed to the beach between showers. I was able to capture a few really really great shots of the sunset!Visited October 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten October 2, 2023
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Sue L
Highlands Ranch, CO24 contributions
Oct. 2023 • Couples
It is a very beautiful area. The people are extremely friendly.
There are a variety of food options for you to choose from.
It did rain almost every afternoon while we were there but that was okay because we were prepared.
We took a chance and headed to the beach between showers. I was able to capture a few really really great shots of the sunset!
There are a variety of food options for you to choose from.
It did rain almost every afternoon while we were there but that was okay because we were prepared.
We took a chance and headed to the beach between showers. I was able to capture a few really really great shots of the sunset!
Written October 2, 2023
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Sara Borden
Nashville, TN5 contributions
Sep. 2023 • Couples
We loved our time on Playa Hermosa. Great snorkeling on the north end of the beach, amazing sunset views, and overall calm and friendly atmosphere. Highly recommend checking out this beach.
Written September 17, 2023
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lantana50
Tucson182 contributions
Jul. 2023 • Family
Hermosa Beach was beautiful. We were pleased that it was not crowded. The water and beach were clean. A few local vendors were walking around selling jewelry and wood bowls, but this was not a touristy deluge of souvenirs. We were approached by a tour guide on the beach to go snorkeling. We checked the pricing at our hotel which was $400 for four people. The guide on the beach was $150 total. We had a nice 2-hour boat snorkeling tour at sunset.
Written July 26, 2023
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luna l
2 contributions
Jul. 2023 • Business
Beautiful beach with very calm water and still a natural atmosphere. There are several restaurants and bars nearby.
Written July 26, 2023
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Extraordinary680206
3 contributions
May 2023 • Family
Wonderful trip. We used Mr E adventure for our private tours. Excellent service! Will definitely go back again
Written May 28, 2023
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Andrew S
17 contributions
Apr. 2023
Nice dark sand beach. I was told this is where the surfers go, but I did not see a single surfer there. There was way more surfing down in Dominical, but the beach was nice there were not very many people there just a few groups sitting quietly. Very peaceful.
Written May 5, 2023
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Boomer82
Canada128 contributions
Mar. 2022
I visited this beach and was amazed by the designs in the sand and how the shoreline banks changed on a daily basis in certain areas. The sand can be extremely hot on certain days and if you are barefoot you will start a new song and a new dance!
Written February 26, 2023
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renee636
Victoria, Canada146 contributions
Jan. 2023
This beach is wonderful to walk along during the sunset. It is very clean, also there are lots of trees adjacent to the beach for wildlife to enjoy.
Written February 1, 2023
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Sam S
10 contributions
Jan. 2023
We went on a Sunday afternoon and it was quite busy, didn't feel overcrowded like a California beach but there were lots of tourists and locals hanging out and enjoying the water and views of the landscape. For more views, if you drive around there are many scenic overlooks in the area that make for great photo ops. No shortage of shade, vendors, and restaurants around so you could easily spend all day at the beach.
Written January 26, 2023
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lindafrog
10 contributions
Dec. 2022
If you want uncrowded clean beaches and natural beauty Playa Hermosa is the perfect place. If you want to party and do days of shopping go to Playa Coco a few miles away.
The Playa Hermosa beaches are warm and peaceful. Even the beach vendors are low key and gracious. As I look out on our cold snow covered landscape I am dreaming of Playa Hermosa with the wonderful views and great people. It is pura vida .
The Playa Hermosa beaches are warm and peaceful. Even the beach vendors are low key and gracious. As I look out on our cold snow covered landscape I am dreaming of Playa Hermosa with the wonderful views and great people. It is pura vida .
Written January 14, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
islabonita
Bonita Springs, FL2,178 contributions
Capitan” Adolfo & the Saggitario do you have his contact information? I was given a phone number and it appears to be incorrect
Just wondering the best way to get from San Jose (airport) to Playa Hermosa. We may look at bus and shuttle options. We know that both go into Playa Del Coco, but do they travel on 10K to Playa Hermosa? Or, do we need to take a taxi from Playa Del CoCo to Playa Hermosa. Thank you in advance for any suggestions.
renee636
Victoria, Canada146 contributions
There is bus service to Playas del Coco from San Jose. The bus service from Playas del Coco to Playa Hermosa exists but there could be long wait times and irregular scheduling. You may be able to get a shuttle direct from San Jose airport to Playa Hermosa. I recommend joining the Coco Chit Chat group, the people on there would be able to assist you better.
EWWhite
McKinney, TX2 contributions
Do any hotels or resorts offer beach passes or beach access for a fee for the day?
DJBER
Dallas, TX30 contributions
Hi EWWhite- greetings from southern Collin County. :) I could be wrong, but I’m pretty sure that the beaches are public, so no passes will be needed. While we did stay at a beachfront resort hotel, we walked the entire length of Playa Hermosa beach, passing behind other beachfront properties, and were not once asked for a pass or where we were staying. Happy planning!
Cmfullertx
San Antonio, TX26 contributions
Looking for suggestions for transportation from airport to
hotel.
frannie1155040
Moose Jaw, Canada290 contributions
If you have more than two people and luggage get hold of costours( on facebook) we have used them for five years they will pick you up with a van and deliver you to your hotel.
GMG
Portland, OR
I’ll be staying in Playa Hermosa for 4 nights & want to visit Playas del Coco, Ocotal, and/or Panamà . I’m wondering about transportation. Most economical way, including public transit or a scooter rental, if that’s an option. I also wonder what’s realistic (2 beaches in one day?). I’d rather not rent a car (unless it’s super cheap & necessary), but also don’t want to be navigating & waiting for bus transfers all day. Is 2-3 beaches in 3 days realistic? Lastly, I’m interested in kayak/snorkeling & stand up paddle boarding. Thanks in advance for advice.
frannie1155040
Moose Jaw, Canada290 contributions
There are buses that run every hour between Liberia and playa Panama at very low cost they also run from Liberia to playa coco and to go from playa Hermosa to coco you have to change buses at the turnoff to plays Hermosa.
ForsterHelen
Wichita Falls, TX49 contributions
Hi, Forster. What would you like to know about this attraction? Hello! Are there any coral reefs close by the Bays? Are kayaks available from
beach vendors to rent by the hour? Thanks
Arturo_RP
San Jose, Costa Rica87 contributions
I can suggest you to rent kayaks from Adolfo. He is a guy that owns a boat and rents kayaks and snorkels. He can transport you near an island where you can snorkel. Try it.
tstuckey62
Uncasville, CT312 contributions
I read that no chairs or loungers are available to rent on the beach. Is there any store selling beach chairs in Playa Hermosa?
Yogapt
Mequon, WI13 contributions
We used the lounge chairs on the beach from some of the restaurants. As long as you order food and/ or drinks, they are free of charge. We used 6 of them for an entire day and it was not a problem.
Joanna C
7 contributions
We are booked for some tours with private tour guide Her son @spanglish tours. would like to know if he is known in the area and reputable tour company?
travelhappyseattle
Seattle, WA61 contributions
Sorry, I haven’t heard of them.
loca2boca
Salt Lake City, UT1 contribution
Were people surfing?
Richard-Martha
Lafayette, CO52 contributions
In May, the waves were not high enough to surf.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Playa Hermosa
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Playa Hermosa:
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- Restaurants near Playa Hermosa:
- (0.06 km) La Casita del Marisco
- (0.22 km) Roberto's Restaurant
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