Playa Langosta
Playa Langosta is located just south of Tamarindo and is within walking distance from Capitán Suizo.
Langosta has a different vibe then Tamarindo, it’s more residential, more private, and “fancier” then its neighbour. Small bed & breakfasts, condos and rental homes can be spotted from the shore.
It is a locally well-known area and an excellent beach for those looking for a quieter atmosphere.
It’s perfect for long walks, watching the sunset, sunbathing and for the many tide pools.
It’s also pretty famous amongst more experienced surfers, with left and right breaks.
Currents can be strong, and swimming is not recommended everywhere.
There are some sandy and some rocky parts and just after Occidental Tamarindo there is an estuary.
Playa Langosta is a nice place, within walking distance from the Hotel, for a change of scenery, so go check it out!
Playa Grande
Playa Grande is located just north of Tamarindo and is part of the Marino Las Baulas National Park.
It is a quiet, laid back place, with a few restaurants, hotels, small supermarkets and some surf shops along the main street.
Playa Grande is a long stretch of brown sand beach, pearly blue waters and almost no trees and is known for its excellent surfing conditions. It is the ideal destination for surfers who find Tamarindo a bit too crowded. The waves are accessible to surfers of all levels and the surf breaks are consistent and moderate.
As the currents can be quite strong, swimming can be challenging, so be careful.
The beach is open to the public, but remains a highly protected area because it is considered to be the most important nesting site of the Leatherback turtles.
Leatherback turtles, also called Las Baulas, are one of the largest marine reptiles and can weigh up to 700 kg!
The area was named a National Park in 1990 and since then, with big conservation efforts, the numbers of one of most endangered sea turtles begun to rise.
If you want to know more about the majestic Baulas or if you would like to organize a tour to Playa Grande, please ask our concierge Rosa, she can give you more information.
Playa Avellanas
Playa Avellanas is only 10 km, a 30 minute drive, from Tamarindo, and offers tan sand, turquoise waters and world-class waves.
It’s one of the best beaches for surfing in Guanacaste.
The swells are spectacular throughout the year, coming from both the northern and southern hemisphere.
Because of the strong currents, swimming is not recommended. But walking, sunbathing, relaxing in the shade of one of the many trees, reading a book or having lunch at Lola’s can be great alternatives!
Playa Conchal
Playa Conchal is located 2 km from Playa Brasilito and around 20 km from Tamarindo.
The name Conchal (from the Spanish word “concha” which means shell) comes from its typical sand, which is composed of millions of tiny crushed shells.
It has some of the clearest waters in Guanacaste, and swimming and snorkelling are great activities!
Other water sports are offered here as well, like deep seas fishing or scuba diving.
Compiled by Milena Re
Marketing Assistant – Hotel Capitán Suizo
November 29th, 2021