RENOVATION ALERT

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.

Andaz boat transfers operate on a daily schedule (weather permitting) from Playa Sombrero Oscuro (below the main pool) to Nacascolo

Select food and beverage items will be available

Shuttle transfers will also operate daily on a schedule from the lobby. This is the recommended transportation option for guests with mobility issues

Beach lounge chair seating with sun protection available

This beach is not wheelchair accessible

Access to public restroom facilities

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