Marbella · Guanacaste
Discover a quieter side of Guanacaste.
Marbella is a small coastal community on Costa Rica's Pacific coast. Away from the busier resort towns, it offers beaches, surf, wildlife, and a slower, more local atmosphere.
Your guide to the area
Playa Marbella
The main beach: character, waves, tide notes, and what to expect when you arrive.
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Surf & Beaches
Local breaks, nearby beaches, surf reports, and where to rent boards or take a lesson.
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Restaurants & Dining
Trusted local spots for sodas, seafood, cafés, and sunset dinners in and around town.
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Wildlife & Nature
Birds, howler monkeys, sea turtles, and the dry-forest ecology of the Guanacaste coast.
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Day Trips
Nosara, Sámara, Playa Junquillal, waterfalls, and national parks within easy reach.
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Getting Here
Flying into Liberia (LIR), driving routes, road conditions, and transfer options.
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