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

The coastline of Playa Blanca 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 Playa Blanca?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa Blanca, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

Is the Playa Blanca good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable.Playa Blanca is fully protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.There are some boats in the bay.

Is the Playa Blanca 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 Playa Blanca 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.

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa Blanca.

How far is the Playa Blanca from parking?

The Playa Blanca 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 Blanca?

There are 4 attractions near Playa Blanca that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Playa Palomo located in 2.3 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Playa Blanca?

The month with the highest temperature in Playa Blanca 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 Blanca

Gigantes, Costa Rica

#52 out of 233 in Leona 2

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Fully waves protected Short walking distance

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Located outside the settlement

Leona • 0.3 km

Map of beach

National Park San Lucas Island National Park

3.5km

Tourist Attraction Playa Blanquita

940m

Tourist Attraction Playa Blanca

1.2km

Tourist Attraction Playa Palomo

1.7km

Tourist Attraction Playa Bonita

2.2km

Tourist Attraction Playa Hacienda Vieja

2.9km

Tourist Attraction Embarcadero Playa Naranjo - Puntarenas

3.9km

Tourist Attraction Playa Margarita

6.6km

Historical Landmark Golfo de Nicoya

3.9km

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About

Playa Blanca is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 52th place out of 233 beaches in the Costa Rica region 93.9 km away from its center, the city of San Jose. It is one of the beaches of Leona settlement, just 0.3 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

Leona • 0.3 km

Map of beach

National Park San Lucas Island National Park

3.5km

Tourist Attraction Playa Blanquita

940m

Tourist Attraction Playa Blanca

1.2km

Tourist Attraction Playa Palomo

1.7km

Tourist Attraction Playa Bonita

2.2km

Tourist Attraction Playa Hacienda Vieja

2.9km

Tourist Attraction Embarcadero Playa Naranjo - Puntarenas

3.9km

Tourist Attraction Playa Margarita

6.6km

Historical Landmark Golfo de Nicoya

3.9km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.4 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

1.6km 21 min walk

Playa Blanquita

7.1 Good

1.8km 23 min walk

Roma del Mar Beach

8.1 Very good

1.9km 24 min walk

Playa Blanca

7.9 Very good

3.6km

Playa OPacifico

8.1 Very good

4.6km

Playa Naranjo

7.2 Good

5.5km

Panama Beach

6.7 Good

7km

Playa Margarita

6.8 Good

7.5km

Playa Pajaros

7.3 Good

Localities

Nearest

Leona • 360m

Main locality of province

San Jose • 93.9km

Transport

Airport

TMU • 22.7km

Bus Station

Terminal de buses de Puntarenas - San José • 12.7km

Train Station

Estación de Tren Caldera • 23.5km

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8 Very good

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Zane Ryce

Beach Practitioner • 1 year ago

9 Excellent

The sandy shores offer a picturesque vista of the offshore island, making it a perfect spot to unwind and soak up the sun. The beach is situated at the beginning of the tar road, which leads to the renowned Playa Blanca. Take a leisurely stroll along the coastline and relish the tranquil ambiance of the beach. If you found this review helpful, please click the helpful button.

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Joss K.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The beach is really nice with its golden sand and clear turquoise-blue waters. It's perfect for families as the waves are gentle.

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Ethan Kallias

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

9 Excellent

This seaside spot is a sight to behold, with its stunning scenery and serene atmosphere. The village is as tranquil as can be, and the locals are a diligent bunch.