Las Catalinas
Las Catalinas is a car-free, New Urbanist beach town, stone streets, trail networks, and striking contemporary architecture.
A car-free beach town, built around the outdoors. Las Catalinas is a walkable, car-free village with distinctive Amalfi Coast–styled architecture, shops, restaurants and services you reach on foot, with 35 km of biking and hiking trails through dry forest starting right at the edge of town. Ideal for families and couples who enjoy luxury vacation options: luxury hotels and spas, 10 food and beverage options, tennis and pickleball courts, a soccer field, child minding, a medical center and a pharmacy. Watersport rentals on the beach include paddleboards, kayaks, jet foils and snorkeling gear.
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Things to do
- Hike or ride the 35 km trail network, among the best anywhere
- Swim and paddle at Playa Danta and Playa Dantita
- Rent paddleboards, kayaks, jet foils or snorkeling gear on the beach
- Play tennis or pickleball, or join a soccer game
- Finish the day with the best cup of coffee in the region at Pura Vida Ride, grab an outdoor chair and watch the village go by
CRV insider tip: Be active, go for a long bike ride or hike, then come back to Pura Vida Ride for the best cup of coffee in this region and sit in the outdoor chairs and watch people enjoying this wonderful spot.
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