Hermosa Beach Review
(Hermosa Beach close to Jacó Beach)
The “Look” of the Beach
1 = Ugly 2 = It´s ok 3 = Pretty/Cool 4 = Very Pretty/Cool 5 = Awesome!!
Grade = 3
Access to be Beach
We would like to be clear about one thing: roads in Costa Rica are tough but doable in most cases. Do not expect USA or Europe Highways. Most roads have only 2 lanes and are unmarked, which makes it tough to drive at night and when it´s raining. That being said, many people tourists drive and are fine with it.
1 = No Roads 2 = Very Tough 3 = Doable-Use caution 4 = Not Bad 5 = Easy
Grade = 5
Conveniences at the Beach
(Stores, Supermarkets, Pharmacies, Bars, Restaurants)
1 = Nothing around 2 = Very Limited 3 = Limited 4 = Acceptable 5 = Good
Grade = 4
Notes:
You can get to Hermosa Beach in only about 1 hour and 30 minutes from the Juan Santamaría International Airport in Alajuela, driving on Route 34, also called “la Costanera”. When you get to Jacó Beach, keep driving for about 10 more minutes and you are there.
Hermosa Beach or Playa Hermosa is a Surfer´s Spot; in fact, many International Surf Tournaments are held here.
There are big waves always, not nice to swim unless you want to Boogie Board or Surf, nevertheless, some people still go in the water, even their pets. Just practice caution.
You will find plenty of places to stay, with options for all budgets. Restaurants and a few places to shop for groceries. Although you don´t have as much available as you do over in Jacó, the easy part is that whatever you can´t find in Playa Hermosa, you will find just by driving back to Jacó, easy quick drive.