What is the water and sand quality of the Cuajiniquil beach?

The coastline of Cuajiniquil beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Cuajiniquil beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Cuajiniquil beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Cuajiniquil beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable.Cuajiniquil beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Cuajiniquil beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Cuajiniquil beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Cuajiniquil beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Cuajiniquil beach.There are 2 restaurants nearby.Oleajes Mar. Cevichera Y Comidas is the closest place located 1300 meters from the beach.

How far is the Cuajiniquil beach from parking?

The Cuajiniquil beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Cuajiniquil beach?

There are 4 attractions near Cuajiniquil beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Cabinas Kamy located in 1.3 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Cuajiniquil beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Cuajiniquil beach is March. Its average value reaches 34°C. The warmest sea is in April, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is October with air temperature 28°C and water 27°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Cuajiniquil beach (Costa Rica) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Cuajiniquil beach (Costa Rica) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

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Cuajiniquil beach

Cuajiniquil, Costa Rica

6.8

#196 out of 233 in Puerto Castilla 1

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located within the settlement

Puerto Castilla • 1.2 km

Map of beach

Playground Playa Zafiro

1.9km

Playground Playa Brasilia

3.8km

Playground Puerto Soley

7.4km

Playground Playa Copal

8.9km

Hiking Area Ocean Dreams

260m

Park Playa Macaya

1.4km

Park Refugio de Vida Silvestre Junquillal

2.8km

National Park Sector Murcielago

2.8km

Park Área de Acampar -Refugio de Vida Silvestre Bahía Junquillal

3.2km

Hiking Area Playa Varo

6.6km

Park Playa Manrique

7.3km

Park Playa León

8.2km

Park Reserva Los Cangrejos

8.6km

Restaurant Oleajes Mar. Cevichera Y Comidas

9.6 - Exceptional 250m

Restaurant Bar Restaurante Arrecife

8.8 - Excellent 920m

Restaurant Rancho los tres guanacastes

5.7km

Restaurant Recreo

10 - Exceptional 7.8km

Restaurant Tatay Cafe Restaurante And Seafood

8.8 - Excellent 7.9km

Hamburger Restaurant Chubbys Burgers

7.9km

Bar Bar Las Brisas

7.9km

Restaurant Restaurante El Fogón de Tía

8.6 - Excellent 7.9km

Restaurant Bar/Restaurante El Puente

8.2 - Very good 8.2km

Supermarket Super Compro

870m

Supermarket Mini Super Arena

7.9km

Supermarket Minisuper Y Carnicería Victoria

7.9km

Supermarket Mini Super Los Almendros

8.1km

Supermarket Supermercado y Licorera La Casona

8.3km

Tourist Attraction Cabinas Kamy

8 - Very good 840m

Tourist Attraction Playa Coronado

980m

Tourist Attraction Playa Murciélago

1.6km

Tourist Attraction Bahia el Hachal

2.8km

Tourist Attraction Isla Muñecos

3.9km

Tourist Attraction Playa Manzanillo

7.4km

Tourist Attraction Playa Posos

7.9km

Tourist Attraction Playa las Pilas

8.2km

Tourist Attraction Punta Julián

9.6 - Exceptional 8.3km

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About

Cuajiniquil beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 196th place out of 233 beaches in the Costa Rica region 209.5 km away from its center, the city of San Jose. It is one of the beaches of Puerto Castilla settlement, just 1.2 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.

Weather

history

+28 ^o C +23 ^o C

Air temperature

2.8 M/S

Wind

+27 ^o C

Water temperature

0.1 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Puerto Castilla • 1.2 km

Map of beach

Playground Playa Zafiro

1.9km

Playground Playa Brasilia

3.8km

Playground Puerto Soley

7.4km

Playground Playa Copal

8.9km

Hiking Area Ocean Dreams

260m

Park Playa Macaya

1.4km

Park Refugio de Vida Silvestre Junquillal

2.8km

National Park Sector Murcielago

2.8km

Park Área de Acampar -Refugio de Vida Silvestre Bahía Junquillal

3.2km

Hiking Area Playa Varo

6.6km

Park Playa Manrique

7.3km

Park Playa León

8.2km

Park Reserva Los Cangrejos

8.6km

Restaurant Oleajes Mar. Cevichera Y Comidas

9.6 - Exceptional 250m

Restaurant Bar Restaurante Arrecife

8.8 - Excellent 920m

Restaurant Rancho los tres guanacastes

5.7km

Restaurant Recreo

10 - Exceptional 7.8km

Restaurant Tatay Cafe Restaurante And Seafood

8.8 - Excellent 7.9km

Hamburger Restaurant Chubbys Burgers

7.9km

Bar Bar Las Brisas

7.9km

Restaurant Restaurante El Fogón de Tía

8.6 - Excellent 7.9km

Restaurant Bar/Restaurante El Puente

8.2 - Very good 8.2km

Supermarket Super Compro

870m

Supermarket Mini Super Arena

7.9km

Supermarket Minisuper Y Carnicería Victoria

7.9km

Supermarket Mini Super Los Almendros

8.1km

Supermarket Supermercado y Licorera La Casona

8.3km

Tourist Attraction Cabinas Kamy

8 - Very good 840m

Tourist Attraction Playa Coronado

980m

Tourist Attraction Playa Murciélago

1.6km

Tourist Attraction Bahia el Hachal

2.8km

Tourist Attraction Isla Muñecos

3.9km

Tourist Attraction Playa Manzanillo

7.4km

Tourist Attraction Playa Posos

7.9km

Tourist Attraction Playa las Pilas

8.2km

Tourist Attraction Punta Julián

9.6 - Exceptional 8.3km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.7 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

2.2km

Jicote beach

5.9 Pleasant

2.5km

Macaya beach

6.9 Good

4km

Junquillal beach

7.4 Good

6.4km

Montrencal beach

5.8 Pleasant

8.5km

Curvo beach

6.6 Good

8.9km

Punta Julian beach

6.8 Good

9.8km

Papaturro beach

7.2 Good

9.8km

Matapalito beach

6.9 Good

Localities

Nearest

Puerto Castilla • 1.2km

Main locality of province

San Jose • 209.5km

Transport

Airport

JAP • 16.3km

Bus Station

Terminal de Autobuses • 16.8km

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Average Reviews rating

6.8 Good

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6.8 Good

STEPH

Novice Beachgoer • 3 weeks ago

10 Exceptional

Abundant fresh water and a serene atmosphere, with plenty of opportunities to observe wildlife and soak in the peaceful surroundings.

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Mac

Novice Beachgoer • 3 weeks ago

10 Exceptional

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Mythics M

Novice Beachgoer • 3 weeks ago

8 Very good

Great place to spend an afternoon. Quiet and frequented mostly by locals.

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Jazzy Mac

Novice Beachgoer • 3 weeks ago

10 Exceptional

A nice, calm beach with a great view of the bay. We arrived by walking alongside the mangrove forest and the little river. We had to wait until low tide to cross the river, as locals informed us that there could be crocodiles at times.