Hotels in Playa Hermosa

Volcanic gray sands frame the gentle bay where the Pacific meets this laid-back beach town. Grab a board and catch beginner-friendly waves or snorkel the clear waters alongside colorful tropical fish. The beachfront promenade fills with locals selling handcrafted souvenirs and fresh coconut water served straight from the shell. Nearby Marino Las Baulas National Park offers a chance to witness massive leatherback turtles during nesting season. Book a sunset catamaran cruise for views that explain why locals never seem in a hurry to be anywhere else. Papagayo Golf and Country Club provides manicured greens with ocean panoramas that make concentration difficult. After dark, beachside restaurants serve the day's catch by candlelight as waves provide the soundtrack.