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Photo of Manzanillo Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

7.6

Very good

Manzanillo Beach

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

The bar is located right on the Manzanillo Beach.There are 1 restaurants nearby.Makanas Beach Bungalows is the closest place located 4900 meters from the beach.

Arío, Costa Rica

#102 out of 233 in Bello Horizonte

7.6

Very good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located within the settlement

Bello Horizonte • 0.8 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Makanas Beach Bungalows

9.4 - Excellent 4.1km

Restaurant Florblanca Resort

8.6 - Excellent 4.3km

Restaurant OSA santa teresa, Restaurant

9.4 - Excellent 5.5km

Cafe El Patio Cafe

9.4 - Excellent 5.6km

Restaurant Believe Surf & Yoga Santa Teresa

9.6 - Exceptional 5.7km

Restaurant Hostel Dos Monos North

9.2 - Excellent 5.8km

Restaurant Muchacha - Mexican Food

9.2 - Excellent 5.8km

Restaurant Kika

8 - Very good 5.8km

Restaurant Ani's bowls and salads

9.2 - Excellent 5.9km

Tourist Attraction Punta Jelmuth

8 - Very good 100m

Tourist Attraction The Valley Ranch

810m

Tourist Attraction The Guanacasa

820m

Tourist Attraction La Loma

10 - Exceptional 3.8km

Tourist Attraction El Peñon

9.4 - Excellent 3.9km

Tourist Attraction Rachel Holmes Yoga & Experiences

10 - Exceptional 5.7km

Tourist Attraction Santa Teresa beach

9.2 - Excellent 5.9km

Tourist Attraction Playa Santa Teresa

6.7km

Tourist Attraction Santa Teresa sunset spot

10 - Exceptional 7km

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About

Manzanillo Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 102th place out of 233 beaches in the Costa Rica region 126.1 km away from its center, the city of El Da. It is one of the beaches of Bello Horizonte settlement, just 0.8 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 entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Manzanillo Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. .

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

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.

3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa Hermosa, which has a rating of 8.1.

Manzanillo Beach is located in Costa Rica within Bello Horizonte, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

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.

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 within the settlement

Bello Horizonte • 0.8 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Makanas Beach Bungalows

9.4 - Excellent 4.1km

Restaurant Florblanca Resort

8.6 - Excellent 4.3km

Restaurant OSA santa teresa, Restaurant

9.4 - Excellent 5.5km

Cafe El Patio Cafe

9.4 - Excellent 5.6km

Restaurant Believe Surf & Yoga Santa Teresa

9.6 - Exceptional 5.7km

Restaurant Hostel Dos Monos North

9.2 - Excellent 5.8km

Restaurant Muchacha - Mexican Food

9.2 - Excellent 5.8km

Restaurant Kika

8 - Very good 5.8km

Restaurant Ani's bowls and salads

9.2 - Excellent 5.9km

Tourist Attraction Punta Jelmuth

8 - Very good 100m

Tourist Attraction The Valley Ranch

810m

Tourist Attraction The Guanacasa

820m

Tourist Attraction La Loma

10 - Exceptional 3.8km

Tourist Attraction El Peñon

9.4 - Excellent 3.9km

Tourist Attraction Rachel Holmes Yoga & Experiences

10 - Exceptional 5.7km

Tourist Attraction Santa Teresa beach

9.2 - Excellent 5.9km

Tourist Attraction Playa Santa Teresa

6.7km

Tourist Attraction Santa Teresa sunset spot

10 - Exceptional 7km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.9 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

2.2km

Playa Divina Playa Divina

7.8 Very good

3.1km

Playa Hermosa Playa Hermosa

8.1 Very good

3.7km

Playa Ario Playa Ario

7.3 Good

6.6km

Santa Teresa Beach Santa Teresa Beach

8.2 Very good

11km

Playa Mar Azul Playa Mar Azul

7.9 Very good

11.2km

Coyote Beach Coyote Beach

8.2 Very good

12km

Mal Pais Beach Mal Pais Beach

7.7 Very good

12.6km

Playa Cuevas Playa Cuevas

8.1 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Bello Horizonte • 890m

Main locality of province

San Jose • 126.1km

Transport

Airport

TMU • 21.2km

Bus Station

Parque de La Mansion • 49.3km

Train Station

Estación de Tren Caldera • 59.3km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

7.6 Very good

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Average Reviews rating

7.6 Very good

Lena Martinez

10 Exceptional

I absolutely adore this beach in Costa Rica, it's my favorite! Highly recommended. 😍

April 2023

Searchify

10 Exceptional

The beach is stunning, and it's possible to drive your car along the northern stretch of it.

April 2023

Luisa Rodriguez

6 Pleasant

Stunning views of the surroundings.

April 2023

Nathan Nivelle

10 Exceptional

If you're looking for a serene beach, this one is beautiful and offers plenty of solitude. You can easily spend an entire day here without encountering anyone else. The water is warm and clean, although there are quite a few rocks. However, they're mostly flat and easy to walk on with water shoes or even barefoot.

April 2023

Maxwell Greene

10 Exceptional

This beach is fantastic! Although it's small, it's absolutely idyllic and simply beautiful. The people in the area are also very friendly. However, it's important to be mindful of the strong currents if you decide to go for a swim. There are plenty of dining options available nearby. Additionally, dogs are allowed to roam off-leash and drinking and fishing are permitted. Unfortunately, camping and driving vehicles are not allowed. Just be sure to exercise caution when in the water.

April 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Manzanillo Beach?

The coastline of Manzanillo Beach 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 Manzanillo Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Manzanillo 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.

Is the Manzanillo Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable.

Manzanillo Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

There are some boats in the bay.

Is the Manzanillo Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Manzanillo Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

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

The bar is located right on the Manzanillo Beach.

There are 1 restaurants nearby.Makanas Beach Bungalows is the closest place located 4900 meters from the beach.

How far is the Manzanillo Beach from parking?

The Manzanillo 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 Manzanillo Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Manzanillo Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Punta Jelmuth located in 0.9 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Manzanillo Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Manzanillo 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.