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Playa Hermosa Guanacaste Costa Rica
Hermosa Means Beautiful In Spanish
Playa Hermosa is just such a beautiful beach, it does live up to its name; Hermosa means beautiful in Spanish! This aptly named light grey sand beach, one of the favorite Beaches of Costa Rica, is located in Guanacaste, between Playas del Coco and Playa Panama. In spite of its popularity, this beach is seldom crowded, and is a good destination for those who seek a peaceful spot, where nature can be appreciated at its best. Playa Hermosa is wonderful for swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving and sport fishing. The climate there is fantastic and the surrounding countryside truly fascinating.
What To Do In Playa Hermosa Guanacaste
Playa Hermosa of Guanacaste must not be confused with Playa Hermosa of the Central Pacific Coast in Puntarenas, which is one of the best Surfing Beaches of Costa Rica. Hermosa of Guanacaste has gentle waves and is great for swimming and snorkeling, horseback riding, mountain biking, and hiking. There are many Tours to do and national parks to visit while in Playa Hermosa; Palo Verde National Park, Rincon de la Vieja National Park, the Santa Rosa National Park to name just a few. They can be done in a day and show you the amazing bio-diversity and wonderful flora and fauna of Costa Rica. The surrounding Beaches of Costa Rica are also well worth a visit and you are just at the entrance of the Papagayo Golf, with a multitudes of out of this world beaches.
Where To Stay In Playa Hermosa
Playa Hermosa is where one goes to relax, to enjoy the beach and the sea; it has a laid back atmosphere and easy going pace, yet it has grown quite a bit over this last decade. The little town of Hermosa runs along the beach and has all the necessary amenities and facilities one needs, plus a large choice of restaurants, bars, sodas and shops. It is also home to some of the finest beach Hotels of Costa Rica of which the Hotel Villa del Sueno, an intimate small distinctive hotel offering many activities. Playa Hermosa is a great place to bring the family, but is also a favorite amongst couples, honeymooners or single travelers.
Playa Hermosa Is Beautiful
Playa Hermosa, like many of Costa Rica’s Beaches, is a little paradise on earth, perfect for getting away and enjoying the beach, swimming, and the glorious weather. Located only 20 minutes away from the Daniel Oduber International Airport, it is the perfect destination for holidaymakers who are looking for a beach destination without having to spend too much time traveling. It is a great example of Costa Rica’s Beaches and their natural pristine beauty, and provides its visitors with unforgettable memories. Playa Hermosa is one of the Costa Rica Beaches that was awarded the Blue Flag for its care for the environment, eco-friendliness and cleanliness. Welcome to Beautiful Beach!
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Playa Hermosa is one of Costa Rica’s most beautiful beaches. It is perfect for beach and nature lovers, and while it has seen a bit of development over this last decade, this beach is still pristine and untouched and is never too crowded either. This is the perfect destination for a typical and memorable Costa Rican vacation.
