Flamingo Beach is one of the most pristine and exclusive beach communities in Costa Rica. Gorgeous million dollar homes dot the hillsides overlooking incredible white sand beaches. Flamingo Beach is one of only a few to win the coveted blue flag, an award given to only the finest beaches in Costa Rica. Playa Flamingo and Playa Potrero are located on the Gold Coast of the Guanacaste province of Costa Rica. The majestic mountains that surround the ocean bays makes this one of the most beautiful oceanside sites in the world.

Flamingo has been an exclusive North American destination since the 1970’s when many Hollywood superstars called Flamingo home. The immediate area around Flamingo and Potrero offers some of the best ocean view properties anywhere in Costa Rica.

The Flamingo Marina was the first full service marina on the Pacific Coast between Acapulco and Panama. Long known as the sport fishing capital of the gold coast, Flamingo has provided angler access to some of the best sail, marlin and game fishing in the world.

Flamingo offers the visitor or resident access to fine dining, shopping, scuba diving, snorkeling, horseback riding, ATV exploration, boating, golf, canopy tours or just soaking up the gold coast rays. Day trips to the rain forest, cloud forests and volcanoes are easily arranged. Flamingo/Potrero is a vacation destination with something for all whether you want loads of activity or desire to do nothing at all, Flamingo Beach is the ideal vacation spot.

The gourmet restaurants in Flamingo, Brasilito, and Potrero are in itself, worth the stay. Mar y Sol Restaurant is located on the northridge of Flamingo. Here you can enjoy panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and Playa Flamingo. Partake of succulent seafood fresh as the day, grilled over a wood fire or prepared with a sophisticated sauce. Or savor meats and vegetables grown naturally, and fine wines and cocktails served at sunset or under the stars. Happy Snapper is known for wonderful seafood dishes and has live entertainment every weekend.

"Marie's" restaurant is where you will find many of the locals. This open-air restaurant is furnished with sliced-tree-trunk tables painted with sea creatures where you can settle back at lunch or dinner for generous helpings of fresh seafood at reasonable prices. There's delightful ceviche and a delicious plato de mariscos (shrimp, lobster, and fish fillets served with garlic butter, potatoes, and salad). Be sure to save room for the dark and delicious deserts. Breakfasts feature unusual papaya pancakes and French toast made with cream cheese and jam.

Other favorites include Las Brisas bar and restaurant on the beach in Potrero, Marco Polo Italian restaurant, El Castillo famous for breakfast, Bahia del Sol on the beach, and the list goes on...

The nightlife in Flamingo Beach is also unrivaled. A popular hang out among many is Amberes Restaurant Bar and Casino in the heart of Playa Flamingo. Here you can move to the beat in the disco, roll the dice in the casino, or slip out to the terrace for a romantic dinner and drink under the stars. There are also local hotels nearby that offer nightlife and casinos.

Monte Carlo in Surfside is a popular spot for Saturday night life music and Tuesday karaoke. Live music every Saturday by Carlos from Argentina and his band. Las Brisas sponsors the popular Wednesday Ladies' Night. Best to arrive early if you want a table. Other local bars and restaurants sponsor events throughout the year for nightly entertainment.