Located less than an hour away from Liberia International Airport, Playas del Coco is one of the most popular beach destinations in Costa Rica. Conformed by several small beaches, the most popular being the one that gives the town its name, “El Coco” as it’s affectionately called, is perhaps only to second to Liberia, in terms of most developed towns in the province of Guanacaste. A vast array of bars, restaurants and shops form the town’s main road, which also leads to the main beach; a perfectly positioned hub to go on various tours in the area.
Playas del Coco is recognized for its accessibility to supreme fishing areas and scuba diving locations, also for being the midway point to Witches Rock, a world-famous surfing spot.
From Playas del Coco you can also head out to places like the Catalinas Islands and Bat Islands, two areas known for their rich marine life.
Highlights
- Downtown Coco is an exciting party location with dozens of bars and small clubs.
- Playas del Coco has access to modern amenities, including supermarkets, technology stores and fast food chains.
- With several properties in development, Coco is one of the most popular towns for relocating in Costa Rica.
- Just minutes away from the main road lies Villa Buena Onda, one of the country’s most exclusive private home rentals.
