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Playa Chencho is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 82th place out of 246 beaches in the Dominican Republic region 132.6 km away from its center, the city of Santo Domingo. It is one of the beaches of Rio San Juan settlement, just 4.5 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine 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 Chencho shoreline is completely occupied by the hotels. The beach facilities are only available to hotel guests. Their list includes. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
8 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa Caleton, which has a rating of 8.5.
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Playa Chencho is located in Dominican Republic within Rio 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.
User reviews
"The placid waves of this seaside oasis make it a prime spot for parents to plop their little ones down and let them frolic in the shallows. It's not exactly a thrilling adventure for adults, but hey, at least you won't have to worry about any rogue waves knocking you off your feet. This beach is a safe haven for the kiddos, but if you're looking for something more exciting, ..."
Kendrick Almazan
User reviews
"The placid waves of this seaside oasis make it a prime spot for parents to plop their little ones down and let them frolic in the shallows. It's not exactly a thrilling adventure for adults, but hey, at least you won't have to worry about any rogue waves knocking you off your feet. This beach is a safe haven for the kiddos, but if you're looking for something more exciting, ..."
Kendrick Almazan
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Located at nearest locality
Rio San Juan
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17.7km from center
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15.5km
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Rio San Juan
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18.2km from center
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15.7km
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Rio San Juan
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18.3km from center
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.2 (Good)
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access
Rio San Juan 2.4 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Bright fine sand
Rio San Juan 1.7 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Abreu 4.8 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Rio San Juan 0.5 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Abreu 3.7 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Bright sand
Abreu 3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom
Cambium 2.6 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand
Cabrera 1.8 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
La Entrada 2.9 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
La Entrada 1.9 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Baoba del Pinal 0.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom
Jardin Deportivo 2.3 km
What to do in Playa Chencho? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
If you like outdoor activities, the Playa Chencho can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!
Beach surroundings
Transport
- HEX• 27.4km
- Parada Río San Juan/...• 3.7km
Localities
- Rio San Juan• 4.5km
- Santo Domingo• 132.6km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Playa Chencho?
The Playa Chencho is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
What are the key activities at Playa Chencho?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa Chencho, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Playa Chencho is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Sup surfing (Sup touring)
Is the Playa Chencho good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Playa Chencho does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Is the Playa Chencho good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. The beach is owned by hotel so its guests have access to the entire infrastructure. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Playa Chencho 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.
The following features add extra points:
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa Chencho?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa Chencho.
What is the closest accommodation to the Playa Chencho?
There are 53 places to stay in the Playa Chencho area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Playa Chencho include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Playa Chencho from parking?
The Playa Chencho 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.
What is the best time of the year to visit Playa Chencho?
The month with the highest temperature in Playa Chencho is September. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 29°C. The coldest month is March with air temperature 26°C and water 26°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Playa Chencho (Dominican Republic) 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.Playa Chencho (Dominican Republic) 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.
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Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Puerto Plata 5.7 km
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Bavaro 0.8 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Bayahibe 0.6 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Bavaro 3.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Exceptional beauty, Easy access, Bright fine sand
El Rincon 2 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Friusa 4.8 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Exceptional beauty, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand
El Valle 1.4 km
Beach resort, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Dominicus 0.6 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Sosua 0.7 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Friusa 5.7 km
Partly hotel beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Punta Cana 9.1 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque
Las Galeras 5.1 km
