Playa Montezuma
Beach · Nicoya Peninsula
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The palm-lined beach of bohemian Montezuma, with rocky coves strung north along a coastal path through the forest.
- Cost
- Free
- Time there
- 1.5 h
- Best time
- morning
- Kids
- 5 / 10
- View
- 8 / 10
- Crowds
- 6 / 10
- Swimming
- 4 / 10
- Effort
- 1 / 10
- Location
- 9.65638, -85.06451 — Google Maps
Tip
Follow the beach path north out of town for a string of quieter coves and better spots to swim.
Be careful
Strong currents and rocks in front of town — swim only in sheltered spots and when locals say it's calm.
Places nearby
- Soda La NaranjaSodas & Local FoodFamily-owned soda in Montezuma serving authentic Costa Rican plates: orange chicken, ceviche, fish tacos and mango smoothies in generous portions at reasonable prices.
- Soda El ArtesanoSodas & Local FoodSimple local soda in the centre of Montezuma, right next door to Soda La Naranja, serving typical plates and fish at some of the lowest prices in town.
- Ylang Ylang Beach ResortStays · from $224Beachfront jungle resort a short walk from Montezuma village.
- Ice Dream Gelato & Coffee ShopFood & CoffeeLittle café in the middle of Montezuma for coffee, breakfast and gelato - the easy cool-down stop between the beach and the falls.
- Restaurante Montezuma Latino Beach FoodFood & CoffeeA casual beachfront spot in the center of Montezuma for fish and shrimp tacos, patacones with guacamole and whole fried snapper, with mojitos, coco locos and passion fruit margaritas and an ocean view.
- Sano Banano Restaurant & BarFood & CoffeeLong-running vegetarian-friendly restaurant a few steps from Montezuma beach, with a leafy patio, vegan and gluten-free plates and a mixed menu (mushroom pasta, tofu curry, seafood).
Sources: OpenStreetMap way/108283455 · https://nicoyapeninsula.com/montezuma/ · https://www.twoweeksincostarica.com/montezuma-waterfalls/