Playa Panama is located in the scenic Gulf of Papagayo in the Guanacaste Province, on the southern point of Culebra Bay. Panama Beach is situated at a very short distance away from Playa Hermosa. Playa Panamahas the Blue Flag certification and is known as one of the most sanitary beaches in Costa Rica. It is one of the most gorgeous beaches in the area. As it very close to Liberia, Panama beach is easy to get throughout year as a new road that has been built and connecting the beach directly with Liberia.
Only a five-minute drive can take you to the marvelous beaches of Playa Hermosa and Playas del Coco, Playa Panama provide visitors dazzling ocean views and beautiful beaches and few of the country’s greatest national parks that are close to this place such as the Marino las Baulas de Guanacaste and as the Refugio Costa Esmeralda. A main advantage to this beach is that it lies very near to the airport; with international flights regularly landing from cities such as Atlanta, Hawaii, Houston, Madrid, Toronto and so on.
A distinctive characteristic of the inner bay beach is that Playa Panama Costa Rica has slate grey sand and beautiful blue waters, making it very attractive. There are no rocks or even stones, this beach are one of the finest places to swim. The water currents are mild and most of the time tide remains quite low. Approximately two kilometers in length, Playa Panama is encircled by a tropical forest of Sarno, Brazil wood, Manchineel mesquite and Panama trees and vegetation. However, you will see only a few Panama trees nowadays.
Playa Panama is a tranquil and peaceful and the friendliest places on the northern Guanacaste coast, the locals here are mix easily with visitors to make an environment that is ideal for those visitors who want some peaceful and quiet place. It is an Ideal place for vacationers who long walk along the coast, enjoy sunbathing, and a tranquil atmosphere. Playa Panama has a series of luxury resorts and condominiums, in addition to affordable accommodations also. In the nearby beach, the grand Four Seasons Hotel having famous Arnold Palmer championship golf course. The presence of this hotel alone makes Playa Panama a regular place of visit for the rich and famous.
The civic amenities here are in abundant; there are several local restaurants, bars and shopping places. It carries prefect weather most of the year; this beach is excellent for all kinds of water sports activities and fishing. Kayaking, Surfing, Snorkeling, and Sailing are also popular at this area. During your stay at Playa Panama, you must make a visit to the Rocha estuary with its lovely mangrove marsh and the closely dry forest; both of the places are within walking distance from the beach. The Neighboring beaches and cities are also can be visited to explore the beauty of the Guanacaste province in Costa Rica. The places are Golfo de Papagayo, Playa Hermosa, Playa del Coco, Playa Ocotal, Liberia, and Liberia Intl Airport.
Accommodation
As Playa Panama is very close to the Liberia Airport a vast variety of different kinds of accommodations are available and many other amenities are very close by, including great restaurants, shopping and tour companies. Playa Panama is the perfect location for a great Costa Rica beach vacation without having to travel far from the airport.
Casa Conde del Mar- Playa Panama
Hotel Casa Conde del Mar is located in Playa Panama and it is only 20 minutes from the Liberia International Airport. This hotel is located on the beach and offers beautiful accommodations in a comfortable and relaxing environment. Hotel Casa Conde del Mar has Two Mini Suites, Four Junior Suites, and Twenty Double Suites. They also has two restaurants and a bar. Enjoy many water sports including fishing, swimming, and windsurfing on this beautiful stretch of beach.
Sol Papagayo – Playa Panama
Sol Papagayo is a Costa Rican Beach Resort and Hotel that has been offering its services for over ten years and provides special Wedding and Honeymoon packages. They ensure and provide everything to guarantee pleasant stay of the guests. The hotel is located at Playa Panama and stretching a mile long in the Gulf of Papagayo. Beautiful gardens, amazing vegetation and large grassy areas are the perfect settings that complement an unforgettable beach experience for all the family to enjoy.
The hotel also has a direct access to Playa Chorotega which has been declared an archaeological site of interest, in this beach you can still see fish traps made out of stone by our natives hundreds of years ago.
Activities / Thing to do in and around Playa Panama
Playa Panama is located in an area which carries one of the most tranquil climates and there are several activities takes place in the region.
Spa and Beauty –The travelers can enjoy a full range of luxurious treatments at several places in the comfort.
Boat Hire and Snorkeling Trips – you can hire a boat for the day and make picnic on private and tranquil white sand beaches.
Wave Runners and Jet Skis – There are several places that provide Jet skis on rental basis by the hours or day to drive within a particular area.
Deep Sea Fishing/Fishing – Make an experience with some of the best fishing in the world.
Golf – The area has several International golf courses to enjoy.
Surfing – The best surf Breaks and World-class surfing available with guided tours from Coco Beach.
White Water Rafting – Enjoy with white water rafting as the mountainous area makes this a thrilling excursion.
Canopy (Tree tops) Tours – This is an exciting and a superb way to get knowledge about the wildlife of Costa Rica.
Bird Watching – Tremendous over 893 bird species have been recorded in the Costa Rica, you can watch some these by yourself.
Horseback Riding – This is an ideal way to observe Costa Rica’s magnificent landscape.
National Parks / Volcano – You will have an experience of the rich diversity of flora and fauna in one of the many local parks.
Evening Entertainment – After a day long tour, relax and enjoy superb sunsets on your private terrace or on a beach.
Mix and Match your dining requirements with a visit to the village of Coco, where you can get a variety of local restaurants, which is a 20 minutes drive away. After the sun goes down, Coco comes alive with vibrant bars and discos; you can even try your luck at the casino.
Getting to Playa Panama, Costa Rica
By Plane – The nearest airport with regular flight in Liberia, Costa Rica, From there you can take a taxi to bring you Playa Panama. This journey takes about 25 minutes and should cost you around $40 – $50.
By Car – Follow the directions for getting to Liberia and then head west toward Santa Cruz. The turnoff for the Papagayo Peninsula is prominently marked 8km (5 miles) south of the Liberia airport. At the corner here you will see a massive Do It Center hardware store and lumber yard. If you are going on to Playa Hermosa, continue on a little farther and, just past the village of Comunidad, turn right. In about 11km. you will come to a fork in the road; take the right fork. The drive takes about 4 1/2 hours from San José.
If you are going to Playa Panama, you can either take the paved roads all the way, by heading first to Playa Hermosa, and continuing on to Playa Panama. Or, you can take a dirt road shortcut that leads from a turnoff on the Papagayo Peninsula road, just beyond the Do It Center, directly to the beach here.
By Bus – An express bus leaves San Jose daily at 3pm from Calle 20 and Avenida 3, stopping at Playa Hermosa and Playa Panama.
