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Playa Costa Esmeralda
Playa de la Cana
Good for Relax
About
Playa Costa Esmeralda is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 52th place out of 246 beaches in the Dominican Republic region 117.8 km away from its center, the city of Santo Domingo. It is one of the beaches of Icacos Blancos settlement, just 6.1 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.
It is a long 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, pet owners etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Playa Costa Esmeralda 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.
1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa Esmeralda, which has a rating of 8.6.
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+27
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+25
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3.6
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Playa Costa Esmeralda (Dominican Republic) is located outside the Icacos Blancos 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 Costa Esmeralda 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
"Wow, this place is incredibly peaceful! We had the whole beach to ourselves and it was amazing! 😍"
Larissa Kozlovski
"In my opinion, Playa Esmeralda is the best beach on the entire east coast. The access has greatly improved, with asphalt roads leading almost all the way to the beach. Only the last 5 minutes of the journey require driving on dirt roads. The beach is incredibly peaceful, without any large groups of tourists (at least for now). The water and sand are clean, and I've never enc..."
Lorena Rodriguez
User reviews
"Wow, this place is incredibly peaceful! We had the whole beach to ourselves and it was amazing! 😍"
Larissa Kozlovski
"In my opinion, Playa Esmeralda is the best beach on the entire east coast. The access has greatly improved, with asphalt roads leading almost all the way to the beach. Only the last 5 minutes of the journey require driving on dirt roads. The beach is incredibly peaceful, without any large groups of tourists (at least for now). The water and sand are clean, and I've never enc..."
Lorena Rodriguez
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6.2km
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Holiday Park/Caravan Park
Located at nearest locality
Icacos Blancos
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950m from center
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8.1km
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Entire Apartment
Located at nearest locality
Icacos Blancos
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9.5km from center
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8.5km
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Entire Apartment
Located at nearest locality
Icacos Blancos
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9.5km from center
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.6 (Very good)
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Miches 5.1 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Gray sand
El Gri Gri 2.1 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Light fine pebble, Turquoise pure water
La Cuchareta 3.7 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Los Tocones 9.3 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Los Tocones 7.4 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Los Tocones 9.1 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Samana 7.5 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque
Las Galeras 5.1 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque
Las Galeras 4.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
La Vacama 3.6 km
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Gray fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Samana 5.9 km
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Las Galeras 1.7 km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Playa Costa Esmeralda?
The Playa Costa Esmeralda 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 Costa Esmeralda?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa Costa Esmeralda, 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 Costa Esmeralda good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Playa Costa Esmeralda does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Is the Playa Costa Esmeralda 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 pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Playa Costa Esmeralda 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.
What are the key audiences of Playa Costa Esmeralda?
Playa Costa Esmeralda can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Beachgoers with pets
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa Costa Esmeralda?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa Costa Esmeralda.
What is the closest accommodation to the Playa Costa Esmeralda?
There are 21 places to stay in the Playa Costa Esmeralda area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Playa Costa Esmeralda include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Playa Costa Esmeralda from parking?
The Playa Costa Esmeralda 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 Costa Esmeralda?
There are 1 attractions near Playa Costa Esmeralda that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Esmeralda Beach located in 1 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Playa Costa Esmeralda?
The month with the highest temperature in Playa Costa Esmeralda is September. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 29°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature 26°C and water 26°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Icacos Blancos, check other popular beaches
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, 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
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
