Playa Hermosa is known for its sun kissed palm fringed beach whose, clear and warm water offers fabulous opportunities for diving, fishing sailing, beachcombing and snorkeling. Playa Hermosa Beach is one of the best surfing havens for professionals both national and international, in the country. With world class waves, the town hosts the International Quicksilver Surf Championships every year in August that attracts hundreds of expert surfers from all over the globe. There are a plethora of Playa Hermosa condo rentals, eating joints, and economical surf board rental shops on the beach as well that stow gear and rent out surfboards. Located just a short drive from the town the village of Jaco , that offers waves for both beginners and experienced surfers to enjoy. For those who want something beyond surfing can lounge in the sun or enjoy succulent sea food with refreshing drink at a beach side bistro. If you prefer, you can also take a day excursion to the famous national park, Manuel Antonio National Park or Playa Hermosa Wildlife Refuge, which protects the Olive Ridley sea turtles that come to nest here every year.

Playa Hermosa boasts a fine selection of dining establishments which cater to all palates and pockets. Leave up the warm comforts of your Playa Hermosa house rental or Playa Hermosa villas to sample out the authentic Costa Rican delights at the elegant bistros, eateries and restaurants of the town. Dine at one of the specialty restaurants of Playa Hermosa where you can treat yourself to some of the exotic world famous delicacies from Italian to Mexican and Spanish. Live music dance clubs, discotheques, pubs and bars which promise to spice up your nights in Playa Hermosa.