Photo of Playa Maria La Gorda with bright sand & rocks surface © Alessandro Mologni Google
Photo of Playa Maria La Gorda with turquoise pure water surface © Alessandro Mologni Google
Photo of Playa Maria La Gorda with long straight shore © Belén Menéndez Solar Google
Photo of Playa Maria La Gorda with partly clean level of cleanliness © András Kiszely Google
Photo of Playa Maria La Gorda amenities area © Tudor Maxim Google
Photo of Playa Maria La Gorda and the settlement © Belén Menéndez Solar Google
Photo of Playa Maria La Gorda with bright sand & rocks surface © Alessandro Mologni Google
Photo of Playa Maria La Gorda with turquoise pure water surface © Alessandro Mologni Google
Photo of Playa Maria La Gorda with long straight shore © Belén Menéndez Solar Google
Photo of Playa Maria La Gorda with partly clean level of cleanliness © András Kiszely Google
Photo of Playa Maria La Gorda amenities area © Tudor Maxim Google
Photo of Playa Maria La Gorda and the settlement © Belén Menéndez Solar Google
Photo of Playa Maria La Gorda - popular place among relax connoisseurs © R G A Google
6.9
Good

Playa Maria La Gorda

Playa MarĂ­a La Gorda

MarĂ­a la Gorda, Cuba
#3 out of 4 in Pinar del Rio
6.9
Good
Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Short walking distance Parking nearby
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Located within the settlement
La Bajada • 11.8 km
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About

Playa Maria La Gorda is located on the Caribbean Sea (part of South Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 3th place out of 4 beaches in the Pinar del Rio region 105.6 km away from its center, the city of Pinar del Rio. It is one of the beaches of La Bajada settlement, just 11.8 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 & rocks 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, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Playa Maria La Gorda coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, changing rooms, showers, toilets. .

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 Maria La Gorda is located in Pinar del Rio within La Bajada, 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

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+33 o C +26 o C
Air temperature
3.2 M/S
Wind
+31 o C
Water temperature
0.5 M
Wave height

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Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.7 (Very good)

Playa Maria La Gorda is located in Pinar del Rio within La Bajada, 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.

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Nearest Beaches

Playa del Mar
11.8km
Playa del Mar Playa del Mar
7.7 Very good

Localities

La Bajada  •  11.8km
Pinar del Rio  •  105.6km

Transport

SNJ  •  47.1km
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6.9 Good
LD
Liam Denvort
User status • Novice Beachgoer
2 Very poor

I would advise avoiding this destination! I visited in November and unfortunately, there were no diving opportunities available. The food was extremely disappointing and I encountered some questionable practices. It's worth mentioning that everything was priced in Peso, however, the only accepted payment methods were Euros or dollars, with an unfair exchange rate of 24, whereas the usual rate is 120.

9 months ago
JR
Julian Rivers
User status • Novice Beachgoer
10 Exceptional

I visited the beach in 2005 and stayed there for a week, anchoring my boat while waiting for calm weather to travel 217 miles to Grand Cayman. The chefs, hotel staff, and scuba crew were incredibly friendly. The reefs in the bay reminded me of what the Florida Keys looked like forty years ago, with plenty of sea turtles. I'm already looking forward to returning on my next trip with my Irish passport. This place is like paradise for divers. Long live the revolution!

9 months ago
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beachy Benny
User status • Novice Beachgoer
10 Exceptional

The beach at Paradise is absolutely stunning, with its crystal clear water and breathtaking sunsets. There's also a charming little bar where you can enjoy yourself, and they even have a pool table.

9 months ago
NT
Nico Trensch
User status • Novice Beachgoer
6 Pleasant

The beach is absolutely stunning, offering crystal-clear waters and a vibrant shoreline. The hotel is decent, although the rooms could be better. As for the food, it's alright in terms of both variety and quality.

9 months ago
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Zarina
User status • Novice Beachgoer
6 Pleasant

The beach is stunning, but the service does not justify the cost. While we were there, 70% of the items on the menu were unavailable and the ones that were available were not flavorful (such as pasta with tomato sauce, a tiny portion of fish, and a pizza with only cheese and nothing else). However, I still highly recommend Maria La Gorda for divers looking for a unique experience away from the typical tourist spots in Cuba.

9 months ago

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