Experts' Choice Award Playa Carrizalillo
What the experts agree on
Hidden down 157 stone steps, this sheltered cove offers turquoise waters and dramatic cliffs that keep crowds manageable. Perfect for swimming, snorkeling, and beginner surfers, with beachside eateries and free lounging options.
Fodor's "High cliffs that surround it ensure that it's never too crowded. The aquamarine water is clean, clear, and shallow—perfect for swimming and snorkeling...sometimes waves large enough to lure surfers" Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Set in a sheltered cove west of the center that's reached by a stairway of 157 steps. It’s popular for swimming and bodyboarding, and is the place for beginner surfers." Full review
Lonely Planet "At the bottom of a steep 157-step stone staircase sits lovely Playa Carrizalillo, a sheltered cove with soft sand, turquoise waters and dramatic cliffs all around. The gentle waves make..."
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