Coco Beach Costa Rica is only 40-km (25 mi) west of Liberia. You might ask 'why is this important?' The international airport in Liberia makes this an easy-to-access beach. And, Liberia's airport makes a great alternative to the airport in San Jose.

Coco Beach, Playas del Coco, is the largest village in the state of Guanacaste. Because it is close to Liberia, many international vacationers come for short visits. Coco Beach Costa Rica is also popular with locals. As a result, Playas del Coco has good services, amenities and infrastructure. Although it might not be considered as charming as some of the other beach destinations in this area of Costa Rica, it is great for a quick getaway.

Coco Beach is also the gateway for the legendary Ollie's Point & Witch's Rock — a fabulous surf destination. From Coco Beach Costa Rica, travelers can take a boat to this surf spot. Scuba diving is also offered by local outfitters and can be arranged in Coco Beach.

From Coco Beach, it's possible to travel to island destinations such as Pelonas, Catalina and Bat islands. Some of the highlights on these excursions include turtle, shark and octopus watching.

• snorkeling
• diving
• swimming
• sport fishing
• sailing
• kayaking
• boating excursions

Hotels in Coco Beach Costa Rica are as follows:

• Coco Dreams  — Coco Beach Costa Rica Hotels has rooms with air conditioning, cable tv, wireless Internet, mini bar, security box. The hotel has a swimming pool, restaurant, wheelchair access and security. High season rates start at US$120/double.
• Coco Palms — Coco Beach Costa Rica Hotels is only steps from the beach and offers 50 rooms of varying sizes and amenities. Rooms have air conditioning, cable tv, private bath with hot water, fans, wireless Internet. Some rooms have kitchens. There's a large swimming pool, cafe, restaurant and bar.
• Pato Loco Inn — Coco Beach Costa Rica Hotels is on the access road to the beach and offers spacious air conditioned rooms with cable tv, ceiling fans and private bath with hot water. There are also apartments with kitchen available. This budget-friendly hotel high season rates start at US$48/double.
• Villas del Sol — Coco Beach Costa Rica Hotels offers B & B accommodation with air conditioning, private bathroom, ceiling fans, furnished living room and a large balcony. Villa del Sol is located only 150m (500 ft) from the beach. Rates for B & B start at US$65/double. Villa del Sol also offers six studio apartments with air conditioning, kitchen, private bath, hot water and private phone line. Rates for apartments srart at US$99/double.
• Vista Azul — Coco Beach Costa Rica Hotels is located on the hillside with a fabulous view. The hotel offers seven rooms and two apartments with full kitchens. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, ceiling fans, safety depsoit box, and private bath. High season rates start at US$90/double.

Hotels Near Coco Beach Costa Rica

Hotels nearest to Coco Beach Costa Rica are in the neighboring beach of Playa Hermosa. It's only a couple of kilometers to Playa Hermosa.

• Bahia Pez Vela Resort — Playa Ocotal Costa Rica Hotels has 3-bedroom villas with fully equipped kitchens, 2.5 baths, laundry room, dining room and private balconies. There's cable tv, dvd player, wireless Internet, central air conditioning, and parking. There are several lovely pools. Rates start at US$285/double.
• Mangaby — Playa Hermosa Costa Rica Hotels is a charming hotel with a variety of room sizes and amenities. There are standard rooms and mini suites. All rooms have cable tv, air conditioning and private bath with hot water. Some have kitchens and balconies. Be sure to ask for these amenities. The hotel has a lovely pool surrounded by a garden. High season rates start at US$110/double.
• Villa Acacia — Playa Hermosa Costa Rica Hotels offers rooms, villas and apartments. It's located only 100m (300 ft) from the beach. Amenities include air conditioning, satellite tv, private bath with hot water and 24-hour security. High season rates start at US$100/double.
• Villa del Sueno — Playa Hermosa Costa Rica Hotels offers a variety of suite styles, sizes and amenities. All of the rooms come with air conditioning, private bath, ceiling fan and telephone. There's a pool, restaurant and bar. High season rates start at US$75/double.
• Villa Kokomo; Playa Hermosa Costa Rica Hotels is a small eco-friendly budget hotel with nine rooms. It's located on a hillside with outstanding views. Each room has air conditioning, fridge, ceiling fan, cable tv, private bath with hot water. High season rates start at US$45/double.