Food Scene
Surf Box
Restaurante Coco Loco
Flamingo Beach RoadRight on the beach in Flamingo. Absolutely stunning.
Most affordable food in town and high quality. Enjoy the local scene in Brasilito while eating a Casado.
9 locals recommend
Soda Brasilito
Beach FrontMost affordable food in town and high quality. Enjoy the local scene in Brasilito while eating a Casado.
Upscale restaurant on the beach at Playa Danta in a high class new community called Las Catalinas.
64 locals recommend
Limonada Restaurant
Camino Las CatalinasUpscale restaurant on the beach at Playa Danta in a high class new community called Las Catalinas.
El Castillo
Excellent pub fare from a longtime expat in the area.
Locally owned and operated Restaurant on the beach.
98 locals recommend
Las Brisas Potrero Restaurante Bar
Locally owned and operated Restaurant on the beach.
Angelina's
Fanciest restaurant in the area with stunning views.
17 locals recommend
Casa Chameleon at Las Catalinas
Fanciest restaurant in the area with stunning views.
Soda El Guanacaste
Ruta Nacional Secundaria 180Typical Costa Rican Food in downtown Huacas opposite the Super Market.
This is simply the best beach restaurant in Guanacaste located on one of the most beautiful beaches. The 45 minute drive is well worth it.
110 locals recommend
Lola's
This is simply the best beach restaurant in Guanacaste located on one of the most beautiful beaches. The 45 minute drive is well worth it.
Seasons by Shlomy
500 Av CentralBest restaurant in Tamarindo!
This is a 5 minute walk from the Casita! Enjoy the infinity pool, incredible food and a stunning view of the Pacific.
82 locals recommend
Gracia At Mar Vista
This is a 5 minute walk from the Casita! Enjoy the infinity pool, incredible food and a stunning view of the Pacific.
Entertainment & Activities
Rent a kayak, paddle board, or sailboat then enjoy a beach side beverage and tasty meal while you reflect on your adventure.
44 locals recommend
Costa Rica Sailing Center
Paseo Surf Side Rent a kayak, paddle board, or sailboat then enjoy a beach side beverage and tasty meal while you reflect on your adventure.
Fully equipped water sports and bike shop on the beach at Playa Danta. A bit pricey but well worth it.
19 locals recommend
Pura Vida Ride
Fully equipped water sports and bike shop on the beach at Playa Danta. A bit pricey but well worth it.
This is the best Canopy tour in the area. Beautiful Drive into the Tropical Dry Forest.
34 locals recommend
The Congo Trail
This is the best Canopy tour in the area. Beautiful Drive into the Tropical Dry Forest.
Get out on the water on the nicest yacht in the harbor. A bit pricey but well worth it!
Serendipity Charters
Get out on the water on the nicest yacht in the harbor. A bit pricey but well worth it!
Whether you enjoy sport fishing or SCUBA, Brindisi is well-equipped to safely get you out on the water.
Brindisi Group Sport Fishing
Whether you enjoy sport fishing or SCUBA, Brindisi is well-equipped to safely get you out on the water.
Sightseeing
Most beautiful beach in Guanacaste! Keep walking all the way to the end to have a private section all to yourself.
197 locals recommend
Playa Conchal
Most beautiful beach in Guanacaste! Keep walking all the way to the end to have a private section all to yourself.
Playa Penca
A hidden gem of a beach. Take a picnic lunch and stay all day!
Hotel Bahia De Los Piratas
Beautiful secluded beach that is worth the drive!
A quick ride to Flamingo Beach and you'll be happy that you picked Guanacaste for your vacation.
Flamingo Beach Road
Flamingo Beach RoadA quick ride to Flamingo Beach and you'll be happy that you picked Guanacaste for your vacation.
Essentials
Super Massai Grocery
Brasilito to PotreroEverything you need here.
Drinks & Nightlife
La Perla Restaurant
Brasilito to PotreroDon Brasilitos
Karaoke on Friday nights in what is very much a locals scene.
Cerveceria Independiente
Brand new brewery that is very much worth the stop.
Parks & Nature
Playa Grande
This is where you surf! Also, you can organize turtle tours.
Organize a trip up the estuary or do a turtle patrol.
60 locals recommend
Marino Las Baulas National Park
Organize a trip up the estuary or do a turtle patrol.
Cool off up in the volcano region less than 2 hours away. Lots of mud baths and hikes on the way up to the park.
175 locals recommend
Rincon de la Vieja National Park
Cool off up in the volcano region less than 2 hours away. Lots of mud baths and hikes on the way up to the park.
Unbelievable waterfall and swimming hole just over 1 hour drive from our area. Stop off in the "city of" Liberia along the way to enjoy some typical food at a local restaurant.
40 locals recommend
Llanos de Cortés
Unbelievable waterfall and swimming hole just over 1 hour drive from our area. Stop off in the "city of" Liberia along the way to enjoy some typical food at a local restaurant.
Endless hiking trails offer some of the best views of the Pacific and coastline. Don't miss this experience but make sure to bring lots of water. Cool off at Playa Danta when you are done hiking and have a beverage at Limonada.
78 locals recommend
Las Catalinas
Camino Las CatalinasEndless hiking trails offer some of the best views of the Pacific and coastline. Don't miss this experience but make sure to bring lots of water. Cool off at Playa Danta when you are done hiking and have a beverage at Limonada.
Arts & Culture
Take a drive inland to see how most of the Guanacastecans live. There are two restaurant/bars off the plaza that make for enjoyable experiences with the locals. Almost guaranteed to not see any tourists.
Tempate District
Take a drive inland to see how most of the Guanacastecans live. There are two restaurant/bars off the plaza that make for enjoyable experiences with the locals. Almost guaranteed to not see any tourists.
Take a tour of the local La Paz Community School on Tuesdays or Thursdays at 9am. Contact 2654-6087 or admissions@lapazschool.org to reserve your place. You will leave wishing that this was the school you had attended in primary and secondary.
La Paz Community School
Take a tour of the local La Paz Community School on Tuesdays or Thursdays at 9am. Contact 2654-6087 or admissions@lapazschool.org to reserve your place. You will leave wishing that this was the school you had attended in primary and secondary.