What is the water and sand quality of the Playa Lagartillo?

The beach has a sandy and rocky covering of gold color. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Playa Lagartillo?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa Lagartillo, 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 Playa Lagartillo is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Surfing</li></ul>

Is the Playa Lagartillo good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable.Playa Lagartillo does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Playa Lagartillo 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 mixture of sand and stones and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Playa Lagartillo secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa Lagartillo?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa Lagartillo.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Vibe528 is the closest place located 400 meters from the beach.

How far is the Playa Lagartillo from parking?

The Playa Lagartillo 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 Playa Lagartillo?

There are 4 attractions near Playa Lagartillo that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Avellanas Beach 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 Playa Lagartillo?

The month with the highest temperature in Playa Lagartillo 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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Playa Lagartillo

Río Sequito, Costa Rica

7.3

#128 out of 233 in Icacal 2

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Deserted Good for Surfing Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located outside the settlement

Icacal • 2.4 km

Map of beach

Playground Playa Puerto

50m

Playground Nuestra playa

70m

Playground Playa Ananda

2.1km

Playground Oneida Playground

9km

Playground Beach volleyball courts Tamarindo

9.7km

Park Playa Los Pargos

50m

Hiking Area Guti Tours

580m

Park Plaza de Playa Negra

1.3km

Park Playa Barry

1.4km

Park Finca de Cofini

1.6km

Park Cerro El Tajo, Pinilla Guanacaste.

3km

Hiking Area Costa Rica

3.3km

Park la fortuna

3.4km

Park Lote playa 2

3.4km

Restaurant Vibe528

8 - Very good 390m

Restaurant Gregorio´s

8.6 - Excellent 770m

Restaurant Mi Tierra Restaurante

1km

Restaurant La Purruja

9.6 - Exceptional 1.1km

Coffee Shop Corazón Surf Café

9.2 - Excellent 1.1km

Restaurant Zaguate Restaurant

9 - Excellent 1.1km

Restaurant Lola's

8.8 - Excellent 1.1km

Restaurant Barumis'

9.8 - Exceptional 1.2km

Cafe Juice & Smoothies

10 - Exceptional 1.3km

Supermarket Minisuper Marvel

1.2km

Ice Cream Shop Gelato Mágico

9.8 - Exceptional 1.5km

Ice Cream Shop SURF HUB Gelato & Coffee

9.8 - Exceptional 1.9km

Supermarket Mini Market Avellanas

2.2km

Supermarket Pinilla Market

4.6km

Sporting Goods Store Kelly's Surf Shop

8.7km

Supermarket Vindi Tamarindo

8.8km

Supermarket Super Compro Tamarindo

9.1km

Sporting Goods Store Kayak Club Tamarindo

9.1km

Tourist Attraction Swell Costa Rica

1.1km

Tourist Attraction Avellanas Beach

1.2km

Tourist Attraction Playa Avellanas

1.3km

Tourist Attraction Bridge through mangrove

1.4km

Tourist Attraction Be Salty Adventures

10 - Exceptional 1.4km

Tourist Attraction Reforesten con arboles nativos

2.3km

Tourist Attraction Playa Callejones

2.4km

Tourist Attraction Playa Avellana Tamarindo

2.5km

Tourist Attraction Playa Junquillal

4.5km

Cultural Center La Esquina De Avellanas

9.6 - Exceptional 1.4km

Casino Casino Diriá

9.2km

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About

Playa Lagartillo is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 128th place out of 233 beaches in the Costa Rica region 195.1 km away from its center, the city of San Jose. It is one of the beaches of Icacal settlement, just 2.4 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place. 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

Icacal • 2.4 km

Map of beach

Playground Playa Puerto

50m

Playground Nuestra playa

70m

Playground Playa Ananda

2.1km

Playground Oneida Playground

9km

Playground Beach volleyball courts Tamarindo

9.7km

Park Playa Los Pargos

50m

Hiking Area Guti Tours

580m

Park Plaza de Playa Negra

1.3km

Park Playa Barry

1.4km

Park Finca de Cofini

1.6km

Park Cerro El Tajo, Pinilla Guanacaste.

3km

Hiking Area Costa Rica

3.3km

Park la fortuna

3.4km

Park Lote playa 2

3.4km

Restaurant Vibe528

8 - Very good 390m

Restaurant Gregorio´s

8.6 - Excellent 770m

Restaurant Mi Tierra Restaurante

1km

Restaurant La Purruja

9.6 - Exceptional 1.1km

Coffee Shop Corazón Surf Café

9.2 - Excellent 1.1km

Restaurant Zaguate Restaurant

9 - Excellent 1.1km

Restaurant Lola's

8.8 - Excellent 1.1km

Restaurant Barumis'

9.8 - Exceptional 1.2km

Cafe Juice & Smoothies

10 - Exceptional 1.3km

Supermarket Minisuper Marvel

1.2km

Ice Cream Shop Gelato Mágico

9.8 - Exceptional 1.5km

Ice Cream Shop SURF HUB Gelato & Coffee

9.8 - Exceptional 1.9km

Supermarket Mini Market Avellanas

2.2km

Supermarket Pinilla Market

4.6km

Sporting Goods Store Kelly's Surf Shop

8.7km

Supermarket Vindi Tamarindo

8.8km

Supermarket Super Compro Tamarindo

9.1km

Sporting Goods Store Kayak Club Tamarindo

9.1km

Tourist Attraction Swell Costa Rica

1.1km

Tourist Attraction Avellanas Beach

1.2km

Tourist Attraction Playa Avellanas

1.3km

Tourist Attraction Bridge through mangrove

1.4km

Tourist Attraction Be Salty Adventures

10 - Exceptional 1.4km

Tourist Attraction Reforesten con arboles nativos

2.3km

Tourist Attraction Playa Callejones

2.4km

Tourist Attraction Playa Avellana Tamarindo

2.5km

Tourist Attraction Playa Junquillal

4.5km

Cultural Center La Esquina De Avellanas

9.6 - Exceptional 1.4km

Casino Casino Diriá

9.2km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 8 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

1.4km 19 min walk

Playa Avellana

8.2 Very good

Popular beach 2.5km

Black Beach Playa Negra

7.9 Very good

2.7km

Playa Avellana

8.1 Very good

3.5km

Mansita Beach

8.1 Very good

3.8km

Playa Callejones

7.2 Good

4.5km

Playa Blanca

8.2 Very good

6.4km

Langosta Beach

8.3 Very good

7.1km

Playa Junquillal

8.1 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Icacal • 2.4km

Main locality of province

San Jose • 195.1km

Transport

Airport

TNO • 11.4km

Bus Station

Estación de Buses Municipal • 28.2km

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7.3 Good

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Lirina Mango

Beach Practitioner • 1 year ago

8 Very good

Although Playa Lagartillo is undeniably stunning, it may not be the most ideal spot for swimming. However, it's worth noting that the beach has free public access.

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Zarek Nalinski

Beach Practitioner • 1 year ago

8 Very good

This beach is quite the spot for those who enjoy a leisurely long board ride. The wave is decent enough to provide a satisfying experience without being too overwhelming. It's a quaint little spot that is perfect for a laid-back day by the ocean.

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Στέφανος Γιαννόπουλος

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

9 Excellent

We had the pleasure of spending a night in a cozy 4x4 with a rooftop tent, and were lucky enough to witness a breathtaking sunset. The beach was serene, with only a handful of people around, making it the perfect spot for a romantic getaway. It was a small but charming beach, with a peaceful atmosphere that left us feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.