Playa Hermosa Costa Rica — travel information & destination guide provides what you'll need to know to go to Hermosa. Located some 5-km (3 mi) from Jaco, Playa Hermosa is a quiet travel destination. Hermosa's beach is pounded by massive waves and it is here where the pros come to surf. The surf on this 10-km (6 mi)-long beach can only be recommended for advanced surfers. Please note that there are strong rip tides and this beach is dangerous for swimming.

There's an annual surf competition in Playa Hermosa in August and it's worth a stop even for spectators. The dates for this event vary, however, it's heavily advertised throughout Costa Rica. Check in Jaco for event details.

Playa Hermosa Costa Rica offers a number of activities such as surfing, atv-ing, motor cross excursions, water sports, golf, and guided jungle tours. You can also get out on horseback, in a jeep and on a boat. One of the local hotels offers a full service tour desk where they list travel activities, rates and destinations.

The most popular Playa Hermosa Costa Rica — travel activity is surfing. For more surfing info, please see the following link:

• Surfing: This surf is not for beginners.

Playa Hermosa Costa Rica — hotels and accommodations are listed below:

• Playa Hermosa Costa Rica — Hotels: Backyard Hotel is a beachfront hotel offering rooms and suites. The list of amenities includes air conditioning, cable tv, Internet access, telephone, safety deposit box, private bath with hot water, hiar dryer, mini bridge, coffee maker, alarm clock and so on. There's a pool. The room are nicely appointed. High season rates start at US$110/double.
• Playa Hermosa Costa Rica — Hotels: Canciones del Mar is only seconds from the beachfront and offers nicely appointed rooms with air conditioning, cable tv, safety deposit box, telephone, BBQ area, and more. There's a pool and restaurant. Breakfast is included in the rate. Rates start at US$115/double.
• Playa Hermosa Costa Rica — Hotels: Las Olas Cabinas is a a small beachfront hotel on this surfers dream beach. The cabins are basic but charming. The main house has a few guest rooms. There's a restaurant and Jacuzzi tub. Other services such as transportation arrangements, massage and book trade are available. Guest room rates start at US$45. Cabinas start at US$100.
• Playa Hermosa Costa Rica — Hotels: Marea Brava is a small boutique hotel located on 5 acres of land. This beachfront hotel is contemporary and secluded. There are rooms and suites. The latter have small kitchenettes. They have condos apartments with full kitchens. Amenities include a lovely pull and list of services. High season rates start at US$135/double.
• Playa Hermosa Costa Rica — Hotels: Terraza del Pacifico is on the beachfront and offers 62 large rooms with an impressive list of amenities including air conditioning, cable tv, phone, private bath with hot water, mini bar, safety deposit box and Internet access. There's a bar, restaurant and pool on site. The hotel overlooks some massive waves.