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Cieneguita
Playa Cieneguita
Playa Cieneguita
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About
Playa Cieneguita is in the 2th place out of 2 beaches in the Costa Rica region 115.2 km away from its center, the city of San Jose. It is one of the beaches of Barrio San Juan settlement, just 1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.
It is a spacious coastline with turquoise water and gray sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Playa Cieneguita coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa Bonita, which has a rating of 7.8.
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+26.5
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+15.8
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2.5
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+18.7
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Playa Cieneguita is located in Costa Rica within Barrio San Juan, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.1 (Good)
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Playa Cieneguita?
The coastline of Playa Cieneguita is covered with gray sand. It's relatively clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water is impeccably turquoise.
What are the key activities at Playa Cieneguita?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa Cieneguita, 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 Cieneguita good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable.
The waves in the Playa Cieneguita are usually strong.
There are few boats in the bay.
Is the Playa Cieneguita 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 gentle.
Is the Playa Cieneguita 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 Cieneguita?
The bar is located right on the Playa Cieneguita.
How far is the Playa Cieneguita from parking?
The Playa Cieneguita 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 Cieneguita?
There are 4 attractions near Playa Cieneguita that are popular with travelers. The nearest are INTERBUS, PUERTO VIEJO located in 0.4 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Playa Cieneguita?
The month with the highest temperature in Playa Cieneguita 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. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
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