What is the water and sand quality of the Playa Mar Chiquita?

The coastline of Playa Mar Chiquita is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Playa Mar Chiquita?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa Mar Chiquita, 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 Mar Chiquita good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Playa Mar Chiquita is fully protected from waves.So the overall recommendation of the Playa Mar Chiquita for swimming is very positive.

Is the Playa Mar Chiquita 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 Mar Chiquita 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 Playa Mar Chiquita?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa Mar Chiquita.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Costa Azul Restaurant & Lounge is the closest place located 800 meters from the beach.

How far is the Playa Mar Chiquita from parking?

The Playa Mar Chiquita 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 Mar Chiquita?

There are 4 attractions near Playa Mar Chiquita that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Playa Ojo de Agua located in 2 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Playa Mar Chiquita?

The month with the highest temperature in Playa Mar Chiquita is August. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 27°C and water 27°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

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Playa Mar Chiquita

7.1

#106 out of 224 in Manati 5

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Fully waves protected Perfect for swimming

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Located within the settlement

Manati • 5.1 km

Map of beach

Playground El escondite

3.9km

Park Parque Ecológico de la Reserva Natural de Mar Chiquita

50m

Park Cueva Chiquita

340m

Park Hacienda Recreativa Mar Chiquita

880m

Park Boquilla Park

1.2km

Hiking Area Los Tubos MTB Trail

1.3km

Farm Frutos Del Guacabo

2.9km

Park Coco Chu #1| Wild Pigeon Apparel Palm Tree Project

3.2km

Park Medio montaña

3.4km

Park Parque Guayaney

4.3km

Restaurant Costa Azul Restaurant & Lounge

9 - Excellent 820m

Restaurant Rico arepa

9.8 - Exceptional 860m

Cafe Wilo’s Café

9.8 - Exceptional 880m

Mexican Restaurant Las Tacas de La Chiquita

9.4 - Excellent 880m

Restaurant La muy salchicha

10 - Exceptional 890m

Brazilian Restaurant Chilicai Frappé y Más

10 - Exceptional 900m

Restaurant Donde no te ven

9.8 - Exceptional 1.1km

Bar Colmado y Ferretería González - Manatí

9.2 - Excellent 1.1km

Restaurant Freddy's Burger

9.2 - Excellent 1.3km

Supermarket Supermercados Agranel Mar Chiquita

820m

Tourist Attraction Escondida Beach

1.7km

Tourist Attraction Playa Ojo de Agua

2km

Tourist Attraction Playa Las Golondrinas

2.4km

Tourist Attraction Playa Tómbolo

3.5km

Tourist Attraction Playas Los Tubos

3.8km

Tourist Attraction Hacienda La Esperanza - Para La Naturaleza

3.9km

Tourist Attraction Manantial De Guayaney

4.4km

Tourist Attraction Paseo de las Alas

6.2km

Tourist Attraction Tortuguero Spring

6.7km

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About

Playa Mar Chiquita is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 106th place out of 224 beaches in the Puerto Rico region 39 km away from its center, the city of San Juan. It is one of the beaches of Manati settlement, just 5.1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

Weather

history

+30 ^o C +25 ^o C

Air temperature

4.6 M/S

Wind

+30 ^o C

Water temperature

1.6 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Manati • 5.1 km

Map of beach

Playground El escondite

3.9km

Park Parque Ecológico de la Reserva Natural de Mar Chiquita

50m

Park Cueva Chiquita

340m

Park Hacienda Recreativa Mar Chiquita

880m

Park Boquilla Park

1.2km

Hiking Area Los Tubos MTB Trail

1.3km

Farm Frutos Del Guacabo

2.9km

Park Coco Chu #1| Wild Pigeon Apparel Palm Tree Project

3.2km

Park Medio montaña

3.4km

Park Parque Guayaney

4.3km

Restaurant Costa Azul Restaurant & Lounge

9 - Excellent 820m

Restaurant Rico arepa

9.8 - Exceptional 860m

Cafe Wilo’s Café

9.8 - Exceptional 880m

Mexican Restaurant Las Tacas de La Chiquita

9.4 - Excellent 880m

Restaurant La muy salchicha

10 - Exceptional 890m

Brazilian Restaurant Chilicai Frappé y Más

10 - Exceptional 900m

Restaurant Donde no te ven

9.8 - Exceptional 1.1km

Bar Colmado y Ferretería González - Manatí

9.2 - Excellent 1.1km

Restaurant Freddy's Burger

9.2 - Excellent 1.3km

Supermarket Supermercados Agranel Mar Chiquita

820m

Tourist Attraction Escondida Beach

1.7km

Tourist Attraction Playa Ojo de Agua

2km

Tourist Attraction Playa Las Golondrinas

2.4km

Tourist Attraction Playa Tómbolo

3.5km

Tourist Attraction Playas Los Tubos

3.8km

Tourist Attraction Hacienda La Esperanza - Para La Naturaleza

3.9km

Tourist Attraction Manantial De Guayaney

4.4km

Tourist Attraction Paseo de las Alas

6.2km

Tourist Attraction Tortuguero Spring

6.7km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.1 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

420m 6 min walk

Playa Mar Chiquita II

7.4 Good

1.6km 21 min walk

Las Palmas beach

7 Good

1.8km 23 min walk

Escondida beach

6.8 Good

2.3km

La Poza de las Mujeres

7.3 Good

2.6km

Las Golondrinas beach

6.8 Good

2.7km

Boquillas beach

7.5 Very good

3.2km

Los Tubos beach

7.1 Good

3.6km

Playa Tombolo beach

6.8 Good

Localities

Nearest

Manati • 5.1km

Main locality of province

San Juan • 39km

Transport

Airport

ARE • 20.2km

Bus Station

Campanilla • 25.7km

Train Station

Bayamón • 35.9km

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NATALIE JOURNEY

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

Wow, this beach is absolutely stunning! Our accommodations were conveniently located just a short walk away from this hidden treasure. The sand is a beautiful golden color, making it even more picturesque.

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Lizandra Mendez

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

After a bit of a trek, you'll arrive at a stunning beach that's tucked away from the hustle and bustle. The sand is a beautiful golden color, making it a perfect spot for soaking up the sun and enjoying the peaceful surroundings.

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Elijah Thompson

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

I've visited many beaches, but this one is truly stunning. The golden sand adds to its charm and makes it a must-visit destination.

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Lena K.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

Manatí boasts the most stunning beach with crystal-clear water in mesmerizing shades of turquoise blue and green. It's an absolute must-visit destination for anyone exploring the northern coast. I'm already counting down the days until I can return to this breathtaking slice of paradise. 😍

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Zahir Zai

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This beach is truly stunning! I appreciate its distinctiveness and the golden sand is incredibly soft. Additionally, there is ample parking and it's not overly crowded.