ANDAZ COSTA RICA RESORT AT PENINSULA PAPAGAYO > BEACH EXPERIENCE
RENOVATION ALERT
RENOVATION ALERT
Andaz Beach House restaurant will be closed for a redesign from July 10-December 15, 2023. Andaz guests will continue to enjoy access to 3 pristine beaches during their stay.
BEACH EXPERIENCE
Drift away – in both mind and body – exploring secluded beaches, pristine turquoise waters and vibrant coral gardens.
EXPLORE BAHÍA CULEBRA
Sail to Nacascolo, an expansive beach just 10 minutes from the resort, taking our complimentary private Nimbu boat transfer.
Kayak or stand-up paddle, complimentary amenities for our guests, available at Sombrero Oscuro or Nacascolo, our activity beaches. Discover the abundant marine life that surrounds us and take in the views of Peninsula Papagayo
Take advantage of complimentary snorkel gear to explore the calm waters and our very own coral garden. Perhaps you will spot Chico, a sea turtle that made our coral garden his home. Snorkeling can be enjoyed on own or guided at scheduled times, found on the weekly activity schedule.
WHERE THE ADVENTURE BEGINS
Sombrero Oscuro, our activities beach
A three-minute walk below the main resort pools, this volcanic sand beach offers beach lounge chairs and day beds under the protective shade of the tropical forest.
Food and beverage service
Enhanced beach lounge chair and daybed seating under the forest canopy
Papagayo Explorers water activities, including snorkeling, stand up paddle and kayaks
Boat transfers to Nacascolo beach
Restrooms are available at the main pool area
Please note: there are stairs to this location, so this beach is not wheelchair accessible
THE NATURE TO CORAL TRAIL
Immerse in nature with a quick walk and discover the local wildlife. Visit a coral nursery and see the ocean from another perspective. 100% of the cost of the activity is donated to our Coral Restoration Program.
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UNWIND ON THE WHITE SAND
Sombrero Claro, our relaxation beach
This intimate white sand beach is a five-minute walk from the OSTRA adults pool or Sombrero Oscuro beach. This is the starting point of our coral snorkeling circuit. Larger map can be downloaded at the bottom of this page
Towel and water station at OSTRA pool area
This is a natural beach with no resort services
Restrooms are available at the OSTRA pool area
This beach is not wheelchair accessible
WANDER OUT INTO PARADISE
Nacascolo Beach
Catch the resort’s boat to enjoy this expansive beach, located 10 minutes from the resort. Lounge chairs under the mangrove forest and picnic style food offerings will make you feel as though you landed on a remote island.