Villa Aves ~ Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica

enjoy the pura vida lifestyle

Things to do in the area

Area Beaches

  • Playa Flamingo: Your “home” beach—soft sand, beautiful sunsets, and generally calm water.
  • Other Beaches: Potrero, Brasilito, Conchal, and Tamarindo are an easy drive and all offer different vibes (from quiet and local to more lively and surf-oriented)

Groceries & Essentials

  • Supermarket: Supermercado Massai +506-2654-4258
  • Mini-mart / convenience store: 
    • Fofis Wine & Liquor Store Flamingo – WhatsApp:+506 8836-7783
    • Bodega75 – Flamingo Marina
  • ATM / Bank: Banco Nacional de Costa Rica 
  • Gas Station: Gasolinera Via Flamingo in Brasalito; open 24 hours
  • Monday Moonlight Market (Seasonal) Opens 5:30PM 
    • La Plaza Playa Flamingo, Provincia de Guanacaste, Santa Cruz, 50309, Costa Rica

Tours

There are many activities to do in and around Playa Flamingo. We are happy to help coordinate for you. However, if you want to book yourself – Viator and Trip Advisor list many tours for the Guanacaste and Northwest region with top activities including: 

Sunset Catamaran or Snorkel Tours, Ziplines, ATV tours, Surf Lessons, Hiking, Horseback Riding – and many other activities. 

Restaurants & Cafés

  1. Coco Loco (walkable) On the beach; beautiful at Sunset; delivery available
  2. Amigos Tacos y Beer – Tex-Mex; next to Flamingo Marina; WhatsApp +506 8869 3999
  3. JP’s Bar & Grill – next to Flamingo Marina – American
  4. Hibiscus bagel & café flamingo – next to Flamingo Marina;  breakfast, lunch, brunch @hibiscus_loungecr 
  5. Waffle Monkey – 50 metres before Banco Nacional Playa Flamingo; WhatsApp +506 7110 3976 Opens 7am 
  6. Hemingways (Playa Portrero/Surfside)15 M Sur de Hotel Bahia del Sol – Beachfront  
  7. Patagonia del Mar (Brasalito) Outdoor seating, Argentine; Seafood 
  8. Brothers of Ale (Huacas) Craft Brewery & Restaurant; WhatsApp +506 8481 2002
  9. The Shack Restaurant (Playa Portrero/Surfside) Rooftop bar; American   WhatsApp +506 2654-6038 
  10. Portrero Brewing Company (Playa Portrero/Surfside)  Craft Brewery WhatsApp +506 4080 3783 
  11. Gracia At Mar Vista – Off Route 180, Flamingo, 50308; happy hour & cocktails
  12. Castillo de Lilo Italian Mediterranean Castle  WhatsApp +506 8850-8999 
  13. Le Gourmet Panaderia & Cafe Bakery; Opens 7:30am – Le Triangle, en el cruce de Potrero-Flamingo WhatsApp +506 8898 1888

Rentals

  • Rent A Golf Cart Costa Rica – This is also our property managers company.  They are rated excellent by Trip Advisor. Chip and Jen can assist you with private transportation from the airport, golf cart rentals and tours. They have lived in the area for over 16 years and can offer a wealth of knowledge!
  • Economy Rent-A-Car located at the airport and Playa Flamingo. We suggest that you arrange private transport from the airport and pick up and drop-off your vehicle in Playa Flamingo.However, it’s your vacation and you can choose whichever you prefer.
  • Moto Rentals if you are on the more  adventurous side – everything you need to enjoy the Potrero/Flamingo area on motorcycle. They have several different colors, all automatic bikes to choose from. Rentals are for 24 hours, priced by the bike. Up to two people per bike. Includes helmet and a quick lesson on how to drive the bikes. 
  • Flamingo Adventures ATV Tours – Make sure you have closed-toe footwear, sunglasses, bug spray, sunscreen, and a clean t-shirt for after the tour (you might get dusty)
Playa Flamingo

Beautiful views all around

Approximate Distances:

From Playa Flamingo, you can reach several key destinations in the Guanacaste province within a short drive. Below are the road distances and approximate driving times for the locations you requested, along with other popular area attractions.

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