Sandy Beach West

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Sandy Beach West?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Sandy Beach West.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Jack’s Shack is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.

Good for Relax

7.2

/ 10 Good

#97 out of 224
in Rincon

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Sandy Beach West is located on the Caribbean Sea (part of South Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 97th place out of 224 beaches in the Puerto Rico region 121.4 km away from its center, the city of San Juan. It is one of the beaches of Rincon settlement, just 3.5 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 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 almost deserted place even during the high season.

Sandy Beach West 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. There are also some surf spots.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.

5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa Dona Lala Beach, which has a rating of 8.3.

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Historical

+29 ^oC +22 ^oC

Air temperature

5.9 M/S

Wind

+27 ^oC

Water temperature

1.4 M

Wave height

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Beach overall scores

Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Pleasant

6.2/10

Cleanliness

Tolerable

5/10

Amenities

Bad

0.5/10

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Sandy Beach West is located in Puerto Rico within Rincon, 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

"If you happen to be in the vicinity, I highly recommend visiting this stunning beach. It is absolutely gorgeous and deserves a perfect 10/10 rating."

Herbillon Clarisse

"The beach is absolutely stunning, with a lengthy expanse of soft sand located in the trendy Rincon neighborhood. The west end is adorned with palm trees, providing ample shade, and there's a delightful coffee and smoothie spot just across the street, as well as a beachfront restaurant. On the east end, visitors can explore tide pools and hunt for sea glass. It's an ideal spo..."

Storrer Walker

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"If you happen to be in the vicinity, I highly recommend visiting this stunning beach. It is absolutely gorgeous and deserves a perfect 10/10 rating."

Herbillon Clarisse

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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
- Deserted even in high season
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach
size&shape
- Length - long, about 500 meters
- Width - narrow

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Nearest Beaches

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.1 (Good)

Rincon, Puerto Rico

Sandy Beach East

7.5

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

Rincon 3.5 km

Rincon, Puerto Rico

Domes Beach

8.3

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water

Rincon 3.4 km

Rincon, Puerto Rico

Playa Dona Lala Beach

8.3

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

Rincon 0.5 km

Rincon, Puerto Rico

Playa Los Almendros

7.8

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water

Rincon 3.5 km

Aguadilla, Puerto Rico

Crash Boat beach

8.5

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

Aguadilla 3.6 km

Aguadilla, Puerto Rico

Punta Borinquen beach

7.9

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Blue pure water, Sand bottom

Aguadilla 7 km

Mayaguez, Puerto Rico

Playa Sabaneta

7.8

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

Mayaguez 5.2 km

Isabela, Puerto Rico

Playa Montones

7.7

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

Isabela 4.6 km

Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico

Playa La Mela

8.1

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water

Cabo Rojo 6.1 km

Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico

Playa Buye II

8.2

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

Cabo Rojo 6.9 km

Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico

Playa Buye

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water

Cabo Rojo 8.2 km

What to do in Sandy Beach West? 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 Sandy Beach West 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

Jack’s Shack• 2 min walk
Jake's Java• 3 min walk
Red Flamboyán• 4 min walk
Big Kahuna Bar + Res...• 5 min walk

Attractions

RD2H eco tours• 7 min walk
Antigua Planta Nucle...• 13 min walk
Faro Punta Higueras• 18 min walk
El Faro de Rincón• 18 min walk

Transport

MAZ• 17.4km

Localities

Rincon• 3.5km
San Juan• 121.4km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Sandy Beach West?

The coastline of Sandy Beach West 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 Sandy Beach West?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Sandy Beach West, 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 Sandy Beach West is also suitable for the following water activities:

Surfing

Is the Sandy Beach West good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

The waves in the Sandy Beach West are usually strong.

Is the Sandy Beach West 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 Sandy Beach West secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Sandy Beach West?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Sandy Beach West.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Jack’s Shack is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.

How far is the Sandy Beach West from parking?

The Sandy Beach West 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.

Are there any attractions nearby Sandy Beach West?

There are 4 attractions near Sandy Beach West that are popular with travelers. The nearest are RD2H eco tours located in 0.5 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Sandy Beach West?

The month with the highest temperature in Sandy Beach West is August. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 27°C and water 27°C. See more details in weather section.