Cuajiniquil

Cuajiniquil beach

Good for Relax

6.8

/ 10 Good

#194 out of 233
in Puerto Castilla

About

Cuajiniquil beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 194th place out of 233 beaches in the Costa Rica region 209.5 km away from its center, the city of San Jose. It is one of the beaches of Puerto Castilla settlement, just 1.2 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.

It is a spacious bay with turquoise water and bright 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.

Cuajiniquil beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

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 Junquillal beach, which has a rating of 7.4.

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Historical

+31 ^oC +25 ^oC

Air temperature

4.8 M/S

Wind

+29 ^oC

Water temperature

0.6 M

Wave height

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Water

Excellent

8.5/10

Cover

Pleasant

6.2/10

Cleanliness

Good

6.5/10

Amenities

Bad

1/10

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Cuajiniquil beach is located in Costa Rica within Puerto Castilla, 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.

User reviews

"Fresh water and a lot of tranquility, you can see many animals and enjoy the atmosphere that the place gives,"

Eros Rojas

"Nice calm beach wit ha great view on the bay. Came there walking alongside the mangroves forest and the little river. Had to wait til lower tide to cross the river since locals told us their could be crocrodiles at time"

The québécois Traveler

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Photo of Cuajiniquil beach with turquoise water surface

Photo of Cuajiniquil beach with spacious bay

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"Fresh water and a lot of tranquility, you can see many animals and enjoy the atmosphere that the place gives,"

Eros Rojas

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General features

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- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
occupancy
- Moderate in high season
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach
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Beach surroundings

Attractions Transport Localities

Attractions

Cabinas Kamy• 17 min walk
Playa Coronado• 26 min walk
Playa Murciélago• 28 min walk
Bahia el Hachal• 3.3km

Transport

JAP• 16.3km
Terminal de Autobuse...• 16.7km

Localities

Puerto Castilla• 1.2km
San Jose• 209.5km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Cuajiniquil beach?

The coastline of Cuajiniquil beach 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 Cuajiniquil beach?

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

Is the Cuajiniquil beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable.

Cuajiniquil beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Cuajiniquil beach 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 Cuajiniquil beach 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 Cuajiniquil beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Cuajiniquil beach.

How far is the Cuajiniquil beach from parking?

The Cuajiniquil beach 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 Cuajiniquil beach?

There are 4 attractions near Cuajiniquil beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Cabinas Kamy located in 1.3 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Cuajiniquil beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Cuajiniquil beach 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. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Cuajiniquil beach (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.Cuajiniquil beach (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.