Manuel Antonio / Quepos → Playa Hermosa (Guanacaste)
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Direct, non-stop service from Manuel Antonio / Quepos to Playa Hermosa (Guanacaste), operated by a professional bilingual driver in a modern air-conditioned private vehicle.
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Pick the vehicle for your group, the date and time, and tell us where to meet you.
Travel notes: Playa HermosaWhat to expect, the ride from Manuel Antonio, local tips and related routes
About Playa Hermosa
Playa Hermosa, the Guanacaste one, is a curved, calm, grey-sand bay north of Playas del Coco, with hotels and rentals set back under the trees and some of the gentlest swimming water on the coast. It is quiet, safe for children and known for its sunsets and beachfront restaurants.
Do not confuse it with Playa Hermosa near Jacó, a heavy surf beach on the Central Pacific.
The ride from Manuel Antonio
Liberia Airport to Playa Hermosa is about 30 minutes via Route 1 and the Sardinal road, then north past Coco, fully paved. Papagayo is 10 minutes away, Tamarindo about an hour. Rentals here are spread along two access roads; give the driver the property name and he will take you to the door.
Good to know before you arrive
- The bay is calm enough for paddleboarding and kayaking almost every day.
- Restaurants on the sand serve dinner at sunset; book the front tables in high season.
- Groceries, ATMs and pharmacies are in Playas del Coco, five minutes away.
- Water-sports rentals sit at the south end of the beach.
Related private shuttles
- Return trip: Playa Hermosa (Guanacaste) → Manuel Antonio / Queposfrom $415
- LIR - Liberia Int. Airport → Playa Hermosa (Guanacaste)from $105
- SJO - Juan Santamaria Int. Airport → Playa Hermosa (Guanacaste)from $335
- Manuel Antonio / Quepos → LIR - Liberia Int. Airportfrom $370
- Manuel Antonio / Quepos → SJO - Juan Santamaria Int. Airportfrom $215
- Manuel Antonio / Quepos → La Fortuna (Arenal)from $325
- Manuel Antonio / Quepos → Monteverde (Cloud Forest)from $305
- La Fortuna (Arenal) → Playa Hermosa (Guanacaste)from $275
- Manuel Antonio / Quepos → Conchal (Guanacaste)from $405
Questions about Manuel Antonio to Playa HermosaDuration, price, meeting point, stops, child seats, delays and cancellations
- How long does the private shuttle from Manuel Antonio to Playa Hermosa take?
- About 6 hours 30 minutes door to door. That is a realistic figure for Costa Rican roads, not the fastest time a map app shows. The service is direct, with no other passengers, so there are no detours to drop anyone else off.
- How much does a private shuttle from Manuel Antonio to Playa Hermosa cost?
- $415 for 1 to 5 passengers, $455 for 6 to 9 passengers and $540 for 10 to 12 passengers, per vehicle. The price is per vehicle, not per person, and includes the driver, fuel, tolls and 13% VAT. There is nothing to pay at pickup.
- Where does the driver pick me up in Manuel Antonio?
- At the door of your hotel, villa or rental in Manuel Antonio, at the time you choose. Give us the property name or a map pin when you book and the driver comes to the entrance.
- Can we stop along the way from Manuel Antonio to Playa Hermosa?
- Yes. Short stops for food, a supermarket, an ATM or photos are part of the service. Longer detours, such as a waterfall or a second town, are quoted in advance so there are no surprises.
- Do you have child seats for the trip to Playa Hermosa?
- Yes, and they are free. Costa Rican law requires a car seat or booster for children under 12 or shorter than 1.45 m (4 ft 9 in), so tell us the ages when you book and the right seats are installed before pickup.
- Can I travel from Manuel Antonio to Playa Hermosa at night or very early?
- Yes. We run 24 hours a day, every day of the year, with no night surcharge. Early departures for morning flights and late arrivals are routine.
- What is the cancellation policy for this shuttle?
- Cancel more than 48 hours before pickup for a full refund minus the 13% tax. Within 48 hours the trip is non-refundable. Changes to date, time or address are free up to 48 hours before, subject to availability.