Best beaches in Pinilla

4 ranked beaches in Pinilla, Guanacaste

Ranked by the OnlyBeaches Index (OBI) — a 1-10 score blending water purity, conditions, crowd levels and vibe. Updated every 30 minutes.

All beaches in Pinilla

1
Playa Avellanas
Major surf beach near Tamarindo known for Lola’s, long sands, and several wave peaks
7.0
2
Playa Bonita
Small scenic cove near Avellanas that feels more secluded than the main surf beaches
7.0
3
Playa Mansita
Resort-backed white-sand cove with calmer water near Hacienda Pinilla
7.0
4
Playa Zapotillal
Small low-profile bay near Pinilla that generic listings often miss
7.0

What makes Pinilla's beaches stand out?

Pinilla sits in Guanacaste, Costa Rica and is home to 4 ranked beaches on OnlyBeaches. Every beach here is scored by the OnlyBeaches Index — a 1-10 metric blending water purity, live conditions (waves, water temperature, wind), crowd intelligence and vibe.

Whether you're after the highest-scoring beach in Pinilla or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.