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.Playa Negra Fine Foods is the closest place located 2500 meters from the beach.

Good for Relax

6.9

/ 10 Good

#131 out of 224
in Isabel Segunda

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Playa Grande is located on the Caribbean Sea (part of South Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 131th place out of 224 beaches in the Puerto Rico region 76.2 km away from its center, the city of San Juan. It is one of the beaches of Isabel Segunda settlement, just 10.1 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 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. .

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.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Black Sand beach, which has a rating of 7.7.

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Historical

+27 ^oC +26 ^oC

Air temperature

7.4 M/S

Wind

+27 ^oC

Water temperature

1.3 M

Wave height

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Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Pleasant

6.2/10

Cleanliness

Tolerable

4.5/10

Amenities

Bad

1/10

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Playa Grande is located in Puerto Rico within Isabel Segunda, 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 coast of the Vieques island, 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

"This beach is stunning, but not ideal for swimming. It's perfect for sunbathing and strolling, however the entrance is rocky and we ended up getting pricked by sea urchins as we tried to leave the water. We should have brought our snorkeling gear to explore the marine life and a better way to get out of the ocean."

Lila Beaumont-Carver

"This beach is one of the most secluded on the island, so a 4WD is highly recommended for access. There is plenty of parking at the entrance, but as you go further in, it becomes more and more remote with fewer parking spots. The waves here are usually quite strong."

Kazimierz Kowalski

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
occupancy
- Moderate in high season
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach
size&shape
- Length - very long, more than 1 km
- Width - sufficient

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Beach surroundings

Restaurants Attractions Transport Localities

Restaurants

Playa Negra Fine Foo...• 2.5km
Carambola Restaurant• 3km
Robin’s Mojito Bar &...• 3.2km
Cositas Ricas• 3.7km

Attractions

Black sand beach• 2.4km
Rope Swing• 3.3km
Palm Tree swing• 4km
Mount Pirata Observa...• 4.1km

Transport

VQS• 5.4km
Terminal de Guaguas• 38.9km
Río Piedras• 66.5km

Localities

Isabel Segunda• 10.1km
San Juan• 76.2km

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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.

Is the Playa Grande good for swimming?

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

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

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?

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 Playa Grande?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa Grande.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Playa Negra Fine Foods is the closest place located 2500 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. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Playa Grande?

There are 4 attractions near Playa Grande that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Black sand beach located in 2.4 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 September. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is March with air temperature 26°C and water 26°C. See more details in weather section.