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

The coastline of Playa Quepos 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 Quepos?

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

Is the Playa Quepos good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable.Playa Quepos is partially protected from waves.There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Playa Quepos for swimming is very positive.

Is the Playa Quepos good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Playa Quepos 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.

What are the key audiences of Playa Quepos?

Playa Quepos can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Campers</li></ul>

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

The bar is located right on the Playa Quepos.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Café Milagro Coffee Roasters is the closest place located 700 meters from the beach.

How far is the Playa Quepos from parking?

The Playa Quepos 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 Quepos?

There are 4 attractions near Playa Quepos that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Parador fotográfico Quepos located in 0.6 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

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

The month with the highest temperature in Playa Quepos is March. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in March, the average value is 20°C. The coldest month is October with air temperature 22°C and water 18°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Playa Quepos (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.Playa Quepos (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.

Photo of Playa Quepos with bright sand surface

Photo of Playa Quepos with turquoise water surface

Photo of Playa Quepos with long straight shore

Playa Quepos

Quepos, Costa Rica

6.8

#196 out of 233 in Quepos 1

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Perfect for swimming Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

Quepos • 0.9 km

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Cafe Café Milagro Coffee Roasters

9 - Excellent 670m

Restaurant El Gran Escape Bar and Restaurant

8.2 - Very good 710m

Cafe Tentación Smoothies y Café

9.4 - Excellent 710m

Bar Imperial

720m

Restaurant Restaurante Mira Olas

9.2 - Excellent 730m

Bar Boca Boca

10 - Exceptional 730m

Bar Captain's Choice

8.8 - Excellent 750m

Bar D'Todos

8.8 - Excellent 750m

Bar El 506

9.6 - Exceptional 760m

Tourist Attraction Parador fotográfico Quepos

7.8 - Very good 610m

Tourist Attraction Main Man Sportfishing

10 - Exceptional 810m

Tourist Attraction Costa Rica Sport Fishing Charter

10 - Exceptional 1km

Tourist Attraction Playa Naomi

1.4km

Tourist Attraction Parque Nahomi

9.4 - Excellent 1.4km

Tourist Attraction Cascada El Salto

8 - Very good 3.1km

Tourist Attraction Ocean King Catamaran

10 - Exceptional 3.2km

Tourist Attraction Manuel Antonio Tours, Things to Do & Attractions

3.3km

Tourist Attraction ATV Tour Manuel Antonio

9.8 - Exceptional 3.3km

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About

Playa Quepos is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 196th place out of 233 beaches in the Costa Rica region 55.9 km away from its center, the city of San Jose. It is one of the beaches of Quepos settlement, just 0.9 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

Weather

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+23 ^o C +17 ^o C

Air temperature

1.9 M/S

Wind

+18 ^o C

Water temperature

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Located within the settlement

Quepos • 0.9 km

Map of beach

Cafe Café Milagro Coffee Roasters

9 - Excellent 670m

Restaurant El Gran Escape Bar and Restaurant

8.2 - Very good 710m

Cafe Tentación Smoothies y Café

9.4 - Excellent 710m

Bar Imperial

720m

Restaurant Restaurante Mira Olas

9.2 - Excellent 730m

Bar Boca Boca

10 - Exceptional 730m

Bar Captain's Choice

8.8 - Excellent 750m

Bar D'Todos

8.8 - Excellent 750m

Bar El 506

9.6 - Exceptional 760m

Tourist Attraction Parador fotográfico Quepos

7.8 - Very good 610m

Tourist Attraction Main Man Sportfishing

10 - Exceptional 810m

Tourist Attraction Costa Rica Sport Fishing Charter

10 - Exceptional 1km

Tourist Attraction Playa Naomi

1.4km

Tourist Attraction Parque Nahomi

9.4 - Excellent 1.4km

Tourist Attraction Cascada El Salto

8 - Very good 3.1km

Tourist Attraction Ocean King Catamaran

10 - Exceptional 3.2km

Tourist Attraction Manuel Antonio Tours, Things to Do & Attractions

3.3km

Tourist Attraction ATV Tour Manuel Antonio

9.8 - Exceptional 3.3km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.8 (Very good)

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Localities

Nearest

Quepos • 920m

Main locality of province

San Jose • 55.9km

Transport

Airport

XQP • 4.4km

Bus Station

Terminal de Buses de Quepos • 860m

Train Station

Estación de Tren Turrúcares • 60.9km

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6.8 Good

Tiago Filipe Marques

Novice Beachgoer

8 Very good

A very relaxing beach featuring gentle waves and stunning sunsets, frequented mostly by locals. The easiest way to reach it from Quepos is by walking to the El Cocal ferry boat and paying 250 colones for the quick one-minute ride

Ena Salcinovic

Novice Beachgoer

6 Pleasant

The beach is accessible with a small boat, costs 250 colones pp to cross in each direction. When we were there there were 0 tourists accept us :). The entrance is nice and sandy but under the houses at the edge of the beach there is some trash or disposals and only locals were around fishing and playing ball. We didn't see toilets or anything of a kind :))

Rosa Huanca

Novice Beachgoer

10 Exceptional

This is a free beach to visit. I walked here from the center of Quepos, and you may need to take a 1-minute boat ride to reach this area, which costs 250 colones as of April 2023. So, I still consider it a free visit in Costa Rica. The beach is relaxing and incredibly enjoyable. Just don’t forget to use mosquito repellent.

Neesha J

Novice Beachgoer

10 Exceptional

Possibly one of the most gorgeous beaches ever due to the fact it is virtually untouched by mass tourists. Very peaceful expansive views of beach. The sunsets are the best I have seen worldwide. Also one of the best beaches in which to swim the waves feel just perfect. You can walk for many miles just enjoying the view and nature. The sea is filled with very interesting fish. Tons of palm trees everywhere. For me it is a piece of paradise, very calming. Love the ever changing colors of the sea and sky.

J Krop

Novice Beachgoer

2 Very poor

Was hoping to go to this beach but (luckily) a buff, very masculine local told us that’s it’s very dangerous - day or night - you will get robbed 99% of the time - even he doesn’t go there.