Flamingo

Playa Flamingo is an upscale beach community on Guanacaste's Gold Coast, built around a stunning white-sand beach with calm, turquoise waters. It's known for its marina, sport fishing, and resort-style living. The area attracts retirees, sport fishers, and families seeking a quieter alternative to Tamarindo.

By Plane

Daniel Oduber International (LIR) in Liberia, about 55 km northeast (1 hour).

By Train

Costa Rica has no passenger rail service to this area.

By Car / Road

From Liberia, 55 km via Route 21 and local roads. From San José, about 305 km (5 hours).

Walking is feasible within Flamingo. Car useful for exploring the coast.

• Playa Flamingo — Pristine white-sand crescent beach

• Flamingo Marina — Full-service marina for sport fishing

• Sunset views — Spectacular Pacific sunsets from the beach

• World-class sport fishing (marlin, sailfish, mahi-mahi)

• Scuba diving and snorkeling

• Kayaking and paddleboarding

• Sunset cruises

Several quality restaurants. Café de Playa for international cuisine with ocean views. Angelina's for seafood.

Beach bars and hotel lounges. Marina bar for post-fishing drinks.

• Mid-range: Hotel Flamingo US$80-120/night
• Upscale: Margaritaville Beach Resort US$200-350/night
• Luxury: Private villas US$300+/night

Small shops and boutiques. Marina has fishing gear and supplies.

• Brasilito — 3 km south, budget beach town
• Playa Conchal — 4 km south
• Tamarindo — 18 km south
• Potrero — 5 km north, quiet beach