Playa Avellana

Playa Avellana is located on the “Golden Coast”, the sunny province of Guanacaste, just minutes from the popular beach town of Tamarindo. Guanacaste is renowned for its outstanding beauty, gorgeous beaches and sunny radiance as well as fascinating national parks like, Las Baulas and the Ostional Wildlife Refuge, both important nesting sites for sea turtles.

Playa Avellana, referred to by locals as “little Hawaii”, packs extraordinary off shore waves that have been known to reach up to eighteen feet, thus making this an ideal choice for experienced surfers from around the world. This secluded white sand beach invites tranquility, peace and a great spot to take some time out of the hustle and bustle to sit by the Beachfront bar and take in the sights and sounds of the ocean. A very special feature of the beach is “Lola”, the 400 kg pig that will be there to welcome you at the beach bar or in the shallow parts of the surf.

The popular surf town and beach of Tamarindo is just a short drive away from Playa Avellana, and is definitely worth checking out. In Tamarindo you will find wonderful restaurants, bakeries, boutique shops and spas, as well as an assortment of budget to luxury lodging accommodations. Visitors will find endless activities such as water sports, Horseback riding, golfing, Scuba Diving, snorkeling and much more all in close proximity. In the evenings Tamarindo becomes alive with festivity, and the sound of Latin music streams from the corner bars. So whether you are looking for a surf vacation, relaxation, nightlife, or adventure, it’s all available here at Playa Avellana.