Photo of Papaturro beach with light sand & pebble surface

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7.2

Good

Papaturro beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Papaturro beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Papaturro beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Blue Dream Take Away food service & Bar is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.

Playa Copel, Costa Rica

#140 out of 233 in San Buenaventura

7.2

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Light sand & pebble Sand & Pebbles bottom Kite or windsurfing Short walking distance

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Located outside the settlement

San Buenaventura • 0.5 km

Map of beach

Cafe Blue Dream Take Away food service & Bar

9.4 - Excellent 330m

Restaurant Pollo Frito La Casona

9.6 - Exceptional 450m

Restaurant El fogon de Juana

9.2 - Excellent 1.1km

Restaurant Restaurante La Copaleña

9.4 - Excellent 1.3km

Restaurant Mariscos Soley

8.8 - Excellent 1.7km

Restaurant Bar/Restaurante El Puente

8.2 - Very good 1.9km

Restaurant Restaurante y Bar La Esquina

8.4 - Very good 2.4km

Restaurant Cabinas, Bar, Salón de baile y restaurante El Pirata

7.4 - Good 3.1km

Restaurant El Indio Bar & Grill

9.4 - Excellent 3.3km

Hiking Area Estero

1.9km

Park Reserva Los Cangrejos

2.5km

Park Playa Bolaños

2.6km

Hiking Area Isleta Maura

3.2km

Park Playa Rajada

5.4km

Park Refugio de Vida Silvestre Junquillal

6.9km

Park O Parks, Wildlife, & Recreation

9.3km

Playground Playa Copal

1km

Playground Puerto Soley

3.5km

Playground Mirador manglar y playa el jobo

4.3km

Playground Playa Esmeralda

5.2km

Supermarket Mini Super Arena

3.5km

Supermarket Mini Super Los Almendros

3.6km

Supermarket Minisuper Y Carnicería Victoria

3.6km

Store Britt Shop Dreams Las Mareas

9.8 - Exceptional 4.1km

Tourist Attraction Playa Papaturro, La Cruz

10 - Exceptional 80m

Tourist Attraction Playa Morro, La Cruz.

8.6 - Excellent 1.4km

Tourist Attraction Puerto Soley Guanacaste

2.5km

Tourist Attraction 4x4 Tours CR

3.3km

Tourist Attraction Punta Descartes

3.7km

Tourist Attraction Playa Morimar

3.9km

Tourist Attraction Jairo's tour in Costa Rica

10 - Exceptional 4.4km

Tourist Attraction Playa El Jobo

4.4km

Tourist Attraction Hacienda El Cenizaro Tours & Adventures

4.6km

Historical Landmark Puerto Viejo

4.1km

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About

Papaturro beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 140th place out of 233 beaches in the Costa Rica region 213.7 km away from its center, the city of San Jose. It is one of the beaches of San Buenaventura settlement, just 0.5 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a long lasting coastline with turquoise water and light sand & pebble cover, 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.

Papaturro beach 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 popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

6 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Rajada beach, which has a rating of 7.6.

Papaturro beach (Costa Rica) is located outside the San Buenaventura 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 Papaturro beach 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.

Weather

history

+29 ^o C +23 ^o C

Air temperature

3.4 M/S

Wind

+29 ^o C

Water temperature

0.1 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

San Buenaventura • 0.5 km

Map of beach

Cafe Blue Dream Take Away food service & Bar

9.4 - Excellent 330m

Restaurant Pollo Frito La Casona

9.6 - Exceptional 450m

Restaurant El fogon de Juana

9.2 - Excellent 1.1km

Restaurant Restaurante La Copaleña

9.4 - Excellent 1.3km

Restaurant Mariscos Soley

8.8 - Excellent 1.7km

Restaurant Bar/Restaurante El Puente

8.2 - Very good 1.9km

Restaurant Restaurante y Bar La Esquina

8.4 - Very good 2.4km

Restaurant Cabinas, Bar, Salón de baile y restaurante El Pirata

7.4 - Good 3.1km

Restaurant El Indio Bar & Grill

9.4 - Excellent 3.3km

Hiking Area Estero

1.9km

Park Reserva Los Cangrejos

2.5km

Park Playa Bolaños

2.6km

Hiking Area Isleta Maura

3.2km

Park Playa Rajada

5.4km

Park Refugio de Vida Silvestre Junquillal

6.9km

Park O Parks, Wildlife, & Recreation

9.3km

Playground Playa Copal

1km

Playground Puerto Soley

3.5km

Playground Mirador manglar y playa el jobo

4.3km

Playground Playa Esmeralda

5.2km

Supermarket Mini Super Arena

3.5km

Supermarket Mini Super Los Almendros

3.6km

Supermarket Minisuper Y Carnicería Victoria

3.6km

Store Britt Shop Dreams Las Mareas

9.8 - Exceptional 4.1km

Tourist Attraction Playa Papaturro, La Cruz

10 - Exceptional 80m

Tourist Attraction Playa Morro, La Cruz.

8.6 - Excellent 1.4km

Tourist Attraction Puerto Soley Guanacaste

2.5km

Tourist Attraction 4x4 Tours CR

3.3km

Tourist Attraction Punta Descartes

3.7km

Tourist Attraction Playa Morimar

3.9km

Tourist Attraction Jairo's tour in Costa Rica

10 - Exceptional 4.4km

Tourist Attraction Playa El Jobo

4.4km

Tourist Attraction Hacienda El Cenizaro Tours & Adventures

4.6km

Historical Landmark Puerto Viejo

4.1km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.7 (Good)

What to do in Papaturro beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Papaturro beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.

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Nearest Beaches

1.5km 20 min walk

Copal beach Copal beach

6.9 Good

2.3km

Morro beach Morro beach

5.9 Pleasant

3.8km

Pochotes beach II Pochotes beach II

7.1 Good

4.1km

Montrencal beach Montrencal beach

5.8 Pleasant

4.1km

Rajada beach Rajada beach

7.6 Very good

4.2km

Pochotes beach Pochotes beach

5.9 Pleasant

5.3km

Jobo beach Jobo beach

5.8 Pleasant

5.5km

El Jobo beach El Jobo beach

8.3 Very good

Localities

Nearest

San Buenaventura • 570m

Main locality of province

San Jose • 213.7km

Transport

Airport

JAP • 19.6km

Bus Station

Terminal de Autobuses • 8km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

7.2 Good

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Average Reviews rating

7.2 Good

Bryson Alvarez

6 Pleasant

The beach is unwelcoming with no amenities in the vicinity. There is a presence of sea roaches causing itchiness, making it unsuitable for swimming. However, the beach boasts remarkable beauty.

October 2023

Asher Sullivan

10 Exceptional

The beach is absolutely stunning, with its long stretch of sand. It's not deserted on the weekends, but it's also not too crowded. The swimming and walking experience is enjoyable. Although, there have been sightings of a crocodile in the water, but I personally didn't see it. So, it's advisable to be cautious. Encounters like these are common in Costa Rica, just like anywhere else. However, unlike Australia, there are very few incidents reported in CR.

October 2023

Lorena Valdez Mendoza

8 Very good

The beach is pleasant and secluded, with gentle waves, although there are indications of hazardous currents.

October 2023

Lara Sanchez

10 Exceptional

This beach is an incredible spot to relax and soak up the sun!

October 2023

Profe Carlos Martin

10 Exceptional

The view is absolutely breathtaking, and it's incredibly peaceful. It's a great place to unwind and find tranquility. Ideal for a relaxing getaway.

October 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Papaturro beach?

Papaturro beach has a light sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Papaturro beach?

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

Kite and windsurfing

Is the Papaturro beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable.

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

Is the Papaturro beach 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 mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Papaturro beach 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.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Papaturro beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Papaturro beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Blue Dream Take Away food service & Bar is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.

How far is the Papaturro beach from parking?

The Papaturro beach 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 Papaturro beach?

There are 4 attractions near Papaturro beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Playa Papaturro, La Cruz located in 0.1 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Papaturro beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Papaturro beach is March. Its average value reaches 34°C. The warmest sea is in April, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is October with air temperature 28°C and water 27°C. See more details in weather section.