Río Grande

Playa Grande

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa Grande?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa Grande.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Tango Mar Cascada is the closest place located 3400 meters from the beach.

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7.4

/ 10 Good

#117 out of 233
in Montezuma

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Playa Grande is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 117th place out of 233 beaches in the Costa Rica region 110.3 km away from its center, the city of San Jose. It is one of the beaches of Montezuma settlement, just 2.6 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal 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.

Playa Grande coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. There are also some surf spots.

Getting to the beach is quite simple: just take a short walk along the trail. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.

6 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Tango Mar Beach, which has a rating of 8.3.

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Historical

+32 ^oC +25 ^oC

Air temperature

3.4 M/S

Wind

+29 ^oC

Water temperature

0.8 M

Wave height

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Beach overall scores

Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Pleasant

6.2/10

Cleanliness

Tolerable

4.5/10

Amenities

Bad

0.5/10

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Playa Grande (Costa Rica) is located outside the Montezuma settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Playa Grande with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

User reviews

"This is undoubtedly the finest beach in Montezuma. The beach is generously sized and surrounded by lush jungle. Take some time to learn about the individuals who worked to protect this beach, Nicolas Wessberg and Karen Mogensen, and be motivated! It's well worth the 30-minute hike from Montezuma."

Mac

"The beach was absolutely fantastic! It had perfect waves for those new to surfing, and to top it off, the sand was a beautiful golden color. When we visited in the afternoon, there wasn't a single soul in sight, making for a peaceful and serene experience."

Ned Monahan

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Good location! Lots of inspiring beaches nearby.

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
occupancy
- Moderate in high season
location
- In a natural environment, there are no roads or buildings within the beach
size&shape
- Length - very long, more than 1 km
- Width - sufficient

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Nearest Beaches

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.6 (Very good)

Montezuma, Costa Rica

Playa Montezuma

7.9

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access

Montezuma 0.5 km

Abuela, Costa Rica

Cocalito Beach

7.6

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access

Abuela 1.9 km

Montezuma, Costa Rica

Montezuma Beach

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand

Montezuma 0.1 km

Abuela, Costa Rica

Tango Mar Beach

8.3

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Abuela 1.8 km

Cerro Buenavista, Costa Rica

Playa Los Cedros

7.7

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access

Cerro Buenavista 1.2 km

Tambor, Costa Rica

Tambor Beach

8.3

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Light sand & pebble

Tambor 1.7 km

Pochote, Costa Rica

Los Vivos

8.4

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand

Pochote 0.8 km

Malpais, Costa Rica

Playa Mar Azul

7.9

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access

Malpais 0.9 km

Malpais, Costa Rica

Mal Pais Beach

7.7

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access

Malpais 0.2 km

Cabuya, Costa Rica

Cabo Blanco Beach

7.6

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Light sand & pebble

Cabuya 3.9 km

Malpais, Costa Rica

Playa Cuevas

8.1

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access

Malpais 0.9 km

Santa Teresa, Costa Rica

Santa Teresa Beach

8.2

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light sand & pebble

Santa Teresa 0.5 km

What to do in Playa Grande? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Playa Grande is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!

Beach surroundings

Restaurants Attractions Transport Localities

Restaurants

Tango Mar Cascada• 3.3km
Rancho Grill El Pira...• 3.9km
Restaurante Cristoba...• 4.1km
Vista Hermosa Bed an...• 4.7km

Attractions

Nacional Wildlife...• 2 min walk
Montezuma falls• 29 min walk
ASVO• 2.4km
Tour Bioluminescence...• 2.6km

Transport

TMU• 8.5km
Terminal de buses de...• 41.5km
Estación de Tren Cal...• 46.3km

Localities

Montezuma• 2.6km
San Jose• 110.3km

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Questions and answers

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

The coastline of Playa Grande is covered with golden sand. It's relatively 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 Grande?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa Grande, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

The Playa Grande is also suitable for the following water activities:

Surfing

Is the Playa Grande good for swimming?

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

The waves in the Playa Grande are usually strong. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Playa Grande 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 Grande secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. 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 Grande?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa Grande.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Tango Mar Cascada is the closest place located 3400 meters from the beach.

How far is the Playa Grande from parking?

The Playa Grande has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters and you have to overcome a small descent.

Are there any attractions nearby Playa Grande?

There are 4 attractions near Playa Grande that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Nacional Wildlife Refuge Romelia located in 0.1 km. See the attractions section for details.

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

The month with the highest temperature in Playa Grande 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.