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Playa de Americanas

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa de Americanas?

The bar is located right on the Playa de Americanas.There are 1 restaurants nearby.El Cabo Restaurant is the closest place located 600 meters from the beach.

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#6 out of 5 in Granma

6.7

Good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Good for swimming Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located within the settlement

Cabo Cruz • 0.3 km

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Restaurant El Cabo Restaurant

9.2 - Excellent 580m

Tourist Attraction Sendero Arquelógico Natural El Guafe

2km

Historical Landmark Monumento al Gramma

8.6km

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About

Playa de Americanas is located on the Caribbean Sea (part of South Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 6th place out of 5 beaches in the Granma region 126.7 km away from its center, the city of Bayamo. It is one of the beaches of Cabo Cruz settlement, just 0.3 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 spacious coastline with turquoise water and bright sand & rocks cover, so it is recommended to wear 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 not crowded place during the season.

Playa de Americanas coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, sun umbrellas, beach restaurant, toilets. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

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.

Playa de Americanas is located in Granma within Cabo Cruz, 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 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

+31 ^o C +23 ^o C

Air temperature

6.3 M/S

Wind

+30 ^o C

Water temperature

0.8 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Cabo Cruz • 0.3 km

Map of beach

Restaurant El Cabo Restaurant

9.2 - Excellent 580m

Tourist Attraction Sendero Arquelógico Natural El Guafe

2km

Historical Landmark Monumento al Gramma

8.6km

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Area

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Localities

Nearest

Cabo Cruz • 310m

Main locality of province

Bayamo • 126.7km

Transport

Airport

MZO • 82.7km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Playa de Americanas?

The beach has a sandy and rocky covering of gold color. 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 rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Playa de Americanas?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are umbrellas on the beach, which are provided free of charge, but there are no sunbeds and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

Is the Playa de Americanas good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

The waves in the Playa de Americanas are usually strong.

So the overall recommendation of the Playa de Americanas for swimming is positive.

Is the Playa de Americanas 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 mixture of sand and stones and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Playa de Americanas 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 de Americanas?

The bar is located right on the Playa de Americanas.

There are 1 restaurants nearby.El Cabo Restaurant is the closest place located 600 meters from the beach.

How far is the Playa de Americanas from parking?

The Playa de Americanas 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 de Americanas?

There are 1 attractions near Playa de Americanas that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Sendero Arquelógico Natural El Guafe located in 2 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Playa de Americanas?

The month with the highest temperature in Playa de Americanas is August. Its average value reaches 31°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 31°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 28°C and water 27°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Playa de Americanas (Granma) is not just a great place to relax and swim, everything is created there for sunbathing. You can even call Playa de Americanas a sunbathing beach. Comfortable sun loungers with umbrellas and for the most sophisticated tourists - a natural shade along the beach. A beautiful tan after taking a few sunbaths on this beach is ensured. The main thing is not to forget to use sunscreen and do not overdo with time spent in the sun. If in doubt, look at the user photos above.