About this break
A powerful, fast beach break just south of Jacó that holds size and hosts national competitions. Playa Hermosa is an advanced-level A-frame beach break in Costa Rica, delivering world-class waves for experienced surfers and confident chargers. It is most consistent from March to October (south swells). All tides; sandbar-dependent. Rip currents form between the sandbars — always check conditions before paddling out. Dreaming of waking up to Playa Hermosa? International Surf Properties lists homes, villas and land for sale near Costa Rica — own your spot beside the wave.
Spot Characteristics
- Location
- H9GP+CR Puntarenas Province, Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica
- Type
- Beach break
- Wave Direction
- A-frame peaks (lefts and rights)
- Wave Quality
- World-class
- Tides
- All tides; sandbar-dependent
- Consistency
- Very consistent on swell
- Best Season
- March to October (south swells)
- Suitable For
- Intermediate to Advanced
Considerations
Crowds: Experienced crowd spread out up and down the beach — respect the lineup and locals
Rip currents form between the sandbars — always check conditions before paddling out.
Properties near Playa Hermosa
FOR SALE$295,000
Playa Hermosa Amapola Condos
Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica
4 bd · 4 ba · Hotels Surf Resorts & Camps
FOR SALE$35,000
Playa Hermosa Lots with a Resort
Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica
0 bd · 0 ba · Lots & Land
FOR SALE$879,000
Las Brisas Resort & Villas (SOLD)
Jaco, Costa Rica
14 bd · 11 ba · Hotels Surf Resorts & Camps
FOR SALE$155,000
Casa Colapinto – Las Brisas
Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica
3 bd · 2 ba · Villas
FOR SALE$3,490,000
Luxury Beachfront Hermosa Palms Villa
Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica
6 bd · 5 ba · Villas
FOR SALE$415,000
Arineto Del Mar
Jacó, Costa Rica
4 bd · 4 ba · Hotels Surf Resorts & Camps