Playa Penca

Beach · Santa Cruz

Playa Penca

Beach · Santa Cruz

Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica

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Guanacaste boasts stunning beaches like Playa Penca with soft white sand and crystal-clear waters, perfect for a tranquil escape from the crowds.

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@afar

"Guanacaste’s beaches are well worth exploring. The pink-sand shoreline of Playa Conchal, for example, is blanketed with almost three million tiny shells. Playa Flamingo is home to Costa Rica ’s most extensive marina; hotels there offer views of both Bahía Potrero and Brasilito Bay. Playas del Coco is a favorite for beachgoers seeking laid-back nightlife, and Playa Hermosa is notable for its family-friendly surf and services, as well as its sunsets. Maybe you should conduct a survey and see which you prefer. The region iseasily accessible thanks to Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport. By Travesías"

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Todd H.

Google

We came back to this beach several times— it was never crowded, the waves were gentle, and the sand was perfect. There are a few places with shade. Be sure to get a mixed drink (coconut or pineapple) from Ricardo - nice guy and a great bartender (maybe beach-tender is a better term)

Kayla O

Google

Beautiful beach! Good vibes! Not great for snorkeling but good for swimming and enjoying the ocean. Pretty quiet! It’s pretty wavy but that’s fine for us!

Paul CS

Google

I am giving it a 3 star review because of all the construction going on, the displacement of wildlife, all the trees that have been cut down in this area. It is a shame to see all this destruction of habitats. Be warned that there will be construction going on for at least the next 3 years, Monday to Saturday. It can get very noisy and not worth it when you are trying to relax. The acces is not "accessible for all". The beach used to be an amazing and isolated place to enjoy the warm water and beautiful color.

María Sánchez

Google

Amazing beach overall. There's a couple of trees that provide shade but there aren't that many. No rocks near the sand and the waves aren't that big, also the ocean water was really clean and crystal. I visited early Feb 2024 and there was only a couple of groups of people. There's some parking in the street near the entrance.

Magda S

Google

I can't praise this beach enough. Definitely the best one we visited on Costa Rica. Beautiful water, beautiful sunsets, great sand. Free parking is right next to the beach. Only few local people on the beach and one evening there were young locals who lit up a fire and made barbecue. Every time we tried a different beach we would come back to this one. It is a true hidden gem!

Charlie Beckett

Google

Here on a Sunday in early February and it was in the 30s and virtually empty - the currents are strong and the water too turbulent to enjoy snorkelling but it's very beautiful and great for playing in the waves - a stunning natural place

Austin Abu

Google

Playa Penca is a very nice secluded beach that has great views. We visited this beach multiple times and had plenty of space to enjoy both the water and sand. We had the opportunity to view a wonderful sunset from the beach. Would definitely recommend this beach for those who want a refuge from the beaches packed with tourists.

Tamara Myers

Google

watch out for the old guy wanting money to park. Some shade but rocky there is a bar with some food but long dirt road. We preferred bralitas right off the road where we could walk 15 min and be on the seashell beach

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Todd H.

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Kayla O

Google

Beautiful beach! Good vibes! Not great for snorkeling but good for swimming and enjoying the ocean. Pretty quiet! It’s pretty wavy but that’s fine for us!

Paul CS

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María Sánchez

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Magda S

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Charlie Beckett

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Austin Abu

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Tamara Myers

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