Costa Rica means “Rich Coast†and once you see Playa Grande (“Big Beachâ€) you will know why. The beach is three miles long and nearly untouched because we are a National Park created to protect the endangered Leatherback Turtles. Nature’s playground is only steps away from our hotel where you can take your pick of waves. Take a stroll north and you’ll discover the ultra-secluded Playa Ventana and the black sand beach of Playa Carbon.Across the estuary lies Playa Tamarindo, a tourist Mecca where you will find a multitude of restaurants, shops, bars, discos and of course more surf. So, at the RipJack Inn, you have access to the “city†and the serenity and seclusion of Playa Grande.
The hotel features Restaurante Pan that boasts a panoramic ocean view and some of the finest cuisine in all of Costa Rica. During your stay, take advantage of our onsite yoga, massage and surf lessons. We will also help you arrange a multitude of activities including sailing, golfing, diving, scuba and much much more. We also strongly recommend a lot of time set aside for some good old-fashioned relaxation - Costa Rican style at the RipJack Inn
Playa Grande, as the name indicates, is a huge, long beach and has one of the most consistent waves in Central America. It’s a fast, barreling beach break with off-shore winds most of the year. The surf breaks best at high tide, as do most of the breaks in the area.
Other breaks in the area that are easily accessible:
Playa Tamarindo is one of the most popular surf spots in Costa Rica. It’s a slightly easier wave and located just across a river mouth from Grande. You can paddle across from the south end of the beach or drive in about 25 minutes.
Playa Langosta is just south of Tamarindo, and accessed by a long walk or a thirty minute drive. It has a river mouth break, as well as sever.
Playa Avellanas has beach, river mouth, and reef. breaks, and is approximately 45 minutes south of Grande.
Playa Negra is a famous right reef break with fast hollow barrels. This break is for the more experienced surfer. There are several other breaks going south.
Witch’s Rock and Ollie’s Point are world-famous surf spots usually accessed by boat. There are several options in boats, from simple to luxurious, with varying price levels.
Contact: Rip Jack Inn
Destination: Costa Rica
E-mail: info@ripjackinn.com
URL: www.ripjackinn.com
Phone: 506.653.0480, 800.808.4605
Fax: 506.653.0575
