Barrio Las Playitas Travel Guide
Puntarenas





Visit Barrio Las Playitas
Popular places to visit
Puntarenas Marine Park
You can find out about the history of Puntarenas with a stop at Puntarenas Marine Park. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
Puntarenas Pier
Puntarenas Pier is just one of the places to see in Puntarenas, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
Playa Pochote
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Pochote during your trip to Puntarenas? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Playa Angostura
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Angostura during your trip to Puntarenas? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
La Casa de la Cultura
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at La Casa de la Cultura during your travels in Puntarenas. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
Puntarenas Cathedral
After visiting Puntarenas Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Puntarenas. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
Things to do

Puntarenas Shore Excursion: Rainforest Skywalk & Tarcoles River

Puntarenas Highlights 6 in 1 Shore Excursion

Manuel Antonio: Boat Mangrove Tour to See Animals

Full Day Excursion to Tortuga Island from Puntarenas

Tortuga Island Paradise with Snorkeling Included
Top hotels in Barrio Las Playitas

Hotel Cayuga
Very clean and modern; a bit of an oasis in a rather economically distressed town. Excellent shower/bathroom. Very friendly and helpful staff, very good restaurant/bar, and a very nice pool.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive
El aseo es bastante bueno Y el personal muy amable
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Eco Boutique Hotel Vista Las Islas Reserva Natural
Beautiful view, comfortable rooms, clean, friendly staff, amazing pool
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Hotel Cerro Lodge
Great place to stay, easy reach of the airport at San Jose but far enough away to be surrounded by birds and wildlife
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Jane's Beach Resort
I never stayed . My reservation was the wrong dates , despite reaching out to them, I never heard back and got charged anyway … so I paid for a room that I never stayed in .I can’t really leave an honest review on the room … the communication gets 1 star . Ty
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

OPacifico Hotel Boutique
Staff were kind, honest, and super helpful. They always had a warm smile for us. When I accidentally left my bag, it was kept safe and returned. The trees near the beach are something truly special. Enjoyed the hammocks and tables on the beach. The food in the restaurant was absolutely excellent! ...
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

