Ranked by the OnlyBeaches Index (OBI) — a 1-10 score blending water purity, conditions, crowd levels and vibe. Updated every 30 minutes.
Playa Escondida
A secluded break and cove-like beach south of Jacó, best known among surfers and locals.
Playa Jacó
Costa Rica's best-known central Pacific beach town with surf, nightlife, and easy San José access.
Playa Madrigales
A quieter sandy stretch south of central Jacó, useful for a more local coastal inventory.
Playa Roca Loca
A rocky surf landmark just outside Jacó with strong local identity despite limited beach space.
Jacó sits in Puntarenas, 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 Jacó or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.
