Day 5 in Costa Rica was chill. We decided to explore nearby Hermosa beach and just take a day to relax in between the tours and treks. Before we headed to Playa Hermosa (Hermosa means “beautiful” in Spanish), we took a stroll into Coco Beach town to purchase our sunset cruise for day 6. I also had a hidden agenda: check out a gelato shop that’s legendary in the area. We bought our cruise tickets at Coconutz restaurant which has the coolest surfer vibe decor pictured below.
One important detail I do want to point out regarding Hermosa beach, is that there are actually two Playa Hermosas. One is situated in the Guanacaste region between Playa del Coco and Playa Panama (this is the beach that we visited) and the other being in the Central Pacific Coast near Jaco. Now that that’s cleared up, dream away my friends!
Nothing better on a hot day (average temp in Playa Del Coco: 32 degrees) than a refreshing gelato. I had the lactose free lemon and coconut sorbet. Dad had coffee and coconut and chocolate chip. So yummy!
After our sweet treat, we were ready to hop in a cab to Hermosa. We were delighted by the view that greeted us when we set foot on the beach.
You know I can’t resist a good surfer pic… or sunset. ;)
Hermosa beach really is a little piece of paradise. It’s much quieter than other regions we visited and it was a nice break. I would recommended bringing a good book and just lounging all day without a care in the world. Sounds pretty good no?
Now I would like to go to Costa Rica more than ever! We need to talk. I’d love to hear more!
@christie You would love it! I’d be happy to chat about our trip. Let me know if you have some free time this weekend! Big hug. xx