What is the water and sand quality of the Matapalito Beach?

The Matapalito Beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Matapalito Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Matapalito Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.The Matapalito Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Sup surfing (Sup touring)</li></ul>

Is the Matapalito Beach good for swimming?

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

Is the Matapalito 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 pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Matapalito Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.The following features add extra points:<ul><li>Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Matapalito Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Matapalito Beach.There are 1 restaurants nearby.Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica is the closest place located 3200 meters from the beach.

How far is the Matapalito Beach from parking?

The Matapalito Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters.

Are there any attractions nearby Matapalito Beach?

There are 2 attractions near Matapalito Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Playa Blanca located in 1.4 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Matapalito Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Matapalito 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>

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Matapalito Beach

Matapalo, Costa Rica

7.9

#72 out of 233 in Matapalo 5

Free entrance Virgin beach Picturesque Easy access Bright fine sand Fine sand bottom Good for Sup surfing

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Located outside the settlement

Matapalo • 2.6 km

Map of beach

Playground Playa Ocotal

5.8km

Playground Playa Tinoco

7.4km

Park Playa Marbella

4.7km

Hiking Area Playa Gringo

6.2km

Restaurant Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica

8.8 - Excellent 3.1km

Bar Maracuyá Beach Club

9.8 - Exceptional 5.1km

Restaurant La Pescaderia

6 - Pleasant 5.8km

Restaurant Father Rooster's

9 - Excellent 5.8km

Bar Chicos Bar

8.8 - Excellent 7.4km

Bar Bar Restaurante MYN

10 - Exceptional 7.5km

Restaurant The Club at Coco Bay

9.2 - Excellent 7.7km

Restaurant La Caveja

9.2 - Excellent 7.8km

Bar Comprar hielo

10 - Exceptional 7.8km

Supermarket Super King

7.4km

Supermarket Super Mini Oasis

7.5km

Supermarket Panaderia la Exquisita

8.1km

Supermarket Mini Market Y Licorera

8.4km

Supermarket Super new china el coco

8.5km

Supermarket Súper Compro El Coco

8.6km

Supermarket Minisuper Cocoliko

8.6km

Supermarket Supermercado Grupo Economico El coco

8.7km

Supermarket Megasuper BULEVAR El Coco

8.8km

Tourist Attraction Playa Blanca

1.4km

Tourist Attraction Alan on the beach

2.9km

Tourist Attraction Playa Pez Vela

9.2 - Excellent 5.1km

Tourist Attraction The Monkey Farm

8.4 - Very good 5.8km

Tourist Attraction Mirador vista mar

6.1km

Tourist Attraction The Congo Trail

7.1km

Tourist Attraction Parador fotofrafico Ocotal

7.7km

Tourist Attraction Chimbolo

9.6 - Exceptional 7.7km

Tourist Attraction Playas Del Coco

8.3km

Amusement Center Diamante Eco Adventure Park

3.9km

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About

Matapalito Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 72th place out of 233 beaches in the Costa Rica region 197.5 km away from its center, the city of San Jose. It is one of the beaches of Matapalo settlement, just 2.6 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views, among the mountains. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

Weather

history

+29 ^o C +23 ^o C

Air temperature

3.9 M/S

Wind

+28 ^o C

Water temperature

0.1 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Matapalo • 2.6 km

Map of beach

Playground Playa Ocotal

5.8km

Playground Playa Tinoco

7.4km

Park Playa Marbella

4.7km

Hiking Area Playa Gringo

6.2km

Restaurant Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica

8.8 - Excellent 3.1km

Bar Maracuyá Beach Club

9.8 - Exceptional 5.1km

Restaurant La Pescaderia

6 - Pleasant 5.8km

Restaurant Father Rooster's

9 - Excellent 5.8km

Bar Chicos Bar

8.8 - Excellent 7.4km

Bar Bar Restaurante MYN

10 - Exceptional 7.5km

Restaurant The Club at Coco Bay

9.2 - Excellent 7.7km

Restaurant La Caveja

9.2 - Excellent 7.8km

Bar Comprar hielo

10 - Exceptional 7.8km

Supermarket Super King

7.4km

Supermarket Super Mini Oasis

7.5km

Supermarket Panaderia la Exquisita

8.1km

Supermarket Mini Market Y Licorera

8.4km

Supermarket Super new china el coco

8.5km

Supermarket Súper Compro El Coco

8.6km

Supermarket Minisuper Cocoliko

8.6km

Supermarket Supermercado Grupo Economico El coco

8.7km

Supermarket Megasuper BULEVAR El Coco

8.8km

Tourist Attraction Playa Blanca

1.4km

Tourist Attraction Alan on the beach

2.9km

Tourist Attraction Playa Pez Vela

9.2 - Excellent 5.1km

Tourist Attraction The Monkey Farm

8.4 - Very good 5.8km

Tourist Attraction Mirador vista mar

6.1km

Tourist Attraction The Congo Trail

7.1km

Tourist Attraction Parador fotofrafico Ocotal

7.7km

Tourist Attraction Chimbolo

9.6 - Exceptional 7.7km

Tourist Attraction Playas Del Coco

8.3km

Amusement Center Diamante Eco Adventure Park

3.9km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.8 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

1.4km 19 min walk

Tapustxunya Beach

8.2 Very good

2.5km

Matapalo Beach

8.1 Very good

3km

Guacamaya Beach

7.9 Very good

5km

Playa Grande

7.6 Very good

5.1km

Playa Pez Vela

8 Very good

5.5km

Playa Celeste

7.2 Good

5.7km

Ocotal Beach

8.2 Very good

6.2km

Gringo Beach

6.8 Good

Localities

Nearest

Matapalo • 2.6km

Main locality of province

San Jose • 197.5km

Transport

Airport

FMG • 12km

Bus Station

Municipal Bus station • 26.6km

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7.9 Very good

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7.9 Very good

Jasmine Larkspur

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

Don't repeat our mistake, or maybe you should. This secluded beach is accessible only by a rugged road that requires a sturdy 4x4. The end of the road leads to a private gate for an upscale hotel, offering breathtaking views that seem almost surreal. We captured some stunning photos that could easily be mistaken for a postcard from paradise. However, we were unable to enter the gate and had to turn back. It appears that some reviewers have mistaken this beach for Playa Matapalo, which is located on the same path as the Rio hotel. Fortunately, we found our way to Playa Matapalo and were rewarded with a stunningly beautiful beach.

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Lorenzo Tagliabue.

Beach Practitioner • 1 year ago

9 Excellent

Nestled in a serene location, this beach is a hidden gem that can be easily accessed on foot from the RIU Palace Resort. Its seclusion guarantees a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of the city, allowing you to unwind and soak up the sun in tranquility. With its pristine waters and soft sands, this beach is the perfect spot to relax and rejuvenate. Whether you're looking to take a dip in the sea or simply lounge on the shore, this beach offers a serene and idyllic escape from the stresses of everyday life.

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Kamilah Al-Hassan

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

2 Very poor

This beach is nothing but a mirage of paradise! The water is eerily calm, making it impossible to enjoy any kind of water activity. The only thing you can do is float and let your mind wander into the abyss of boredom. The only entertainment you'll find here is watching rays and fish jump, which gets old pretty quickly. The natural shade and breezes are the only redeeming qualities of this beach, but they're not enough to make up for the lack of facilities. There's not even a restroom in sight! The only thing worse than the lack of facilities is the abundance of parking, which means that this beach is always crowded with people who are just as disappointed as you are. I wouldn't even give it a one-star rating, but unfortunately, it's already been overrated as a five-star beach.

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Aiden

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

3 Poor

This so-called "beautiful" beach in Guanacaste is just another overrated tourist trap. Unless you have a 4x4 vehicle, good luck getting there without spending a fortune on transportation. And even if you do manage to make it, don't expect to have any fun - camping and fires are strictly forbidden. Save yourself the trouble and go somewhere else.