At first glance, Playa del Coco seems less impressive than other Nicoya Peninsula beaches. The dark brown beach is hardly among Costa Rica’s finest, and the town’s main street is cluttered and congested. But the wide, sheltered bay reveals the town’s big draw: boats and boating. If you’re interested in all things nautical—sailing, sportfishing, scuba diving—Playa del Coco is one of Costa Rica’s top destinations.
★ = Recommended
$ = Good Value
🐸 = Sustainable
Playa del Coco Hotels – Luxury
★ Villa Buena Onda
★ Bahia Pez Vela
★ Bosque del Mar
★ Villa del Sueño
Vista Azul
Playa del Coco Hotels – Moderately Priced
★ La Puerta del Sol
★ Hotel Chantel
Toro Blanco
Villa del Sol
Hotel Colono
Coco Beach Hotel
Cafe de Playa
Playa del Coco Hotels – Budget
★ Laura’s House B&B
★ Villa Casa Blanca
★ M&M Garden House
Claudio & Gloria Beachfront Rooms
Casa Lora
Cabinas Coco Azul
Hotel M&M Garden House
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