Playa Hermosa, Guanacaste, Costa Rica

With grey sands and clear waters, Playa Hermosa, Guanacaste has been given the prize of “Bandera Azul” for upholding high environmental standards. It has gorgeous scenery, surrounded by mountains and lush vegetation so if you’re looking for a quiet beach in Guanacaste, Playa Hermosa is a top choice. Playa Hermosa is a lovely beach that offers all the amenities plus the added bonus of not being overcrowded. The care that has been given to this beach, the cleanliness and the friendliness of the locals makes this one a big favorite in Guanacaste. The tide is fairly calm and since it rarely gets crowded, there is plenty of space underneath the trees to grab a spot. Stretching 2 kilometers, dark grey sands contrast brilliantly with the blue waters and dark green vegetation and it is easy to spot monkeys, colorful birds and butterflies around. © Flickr/Caffeine-obsessed