Playa El Ostional, Pacific beach in San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua.
The sandy beach stretches along the Pacific coastline near the Costa Rica border, offering extensive spaces for swimming and walking.
The name originates from the Spanish word for oyster, reflecting the abundance of shellfish that drew indigenous peoples to settle in this area.
Local fishing cooperatives maintain traditional practices while organizing recreational activities such as boat tours, fishing trips, and horseback rides.
Visitors can reach El Ostional by taking a bus from San Juan del Sur municipal market or following road signs when driving from the main town.
The beach served as a filming location for multiple seasons of the television series Survivor between 2010 and 2011.
Address: Playa El Ostional, Nicaragua
GPS coordinates: 11.10619,-85.76058
Latest update: March 6, 2025 10:40
Nicaragua features active volcanoes, beaches stretching from the Pacific to the Caribbean, tropical islands, volcanic lakes, and colonial buildings. The country includes natural reserves with rainforests and mangroves, museums in historic homes, traditional fishing ports, and waterfalls accessible via marked trails. Colonial churches and cathedrals showcase religious architecture from the 17th and 18th centuries.
Rincón de la Vieja Volcano
55.5 km
Concepción
50.5 km
Hacienda Santa Rosa
34.3 km
Solentiname Archipelago National Monument
80.1 km
Maderas
46.4 km
Parque nacional Volcán Mombacho
84 km
Las Baulas National Marine Park
88.5 km
Santa Rosa National Park
24.8 km
Christ of the Mercy
21.8 km
Orosí Volcano
34.7 km
Rincón de la Vieja National Park
56.8 km
Guanacaste National Park
56.8 km
Zapatera
70.6 km
Playa Conchal
78.9 km
Ojo de Agua
50.6 km
Area de Conservación Guanacaste World Heritage Site
32.6 km
Miravalles National Park
80.6 km
Río Orosí
41.9 km
Chacocente Wildlife Refuge
69.9 km
Junquillal Bay Wildlife Refuge
17.9 km
Llanos de Cortés Waterfall
82.1 km
Playa Virador
55.5 km
Playa San Juan del Sur
21 km
San JFaro San Juan del Suruan del Sur Lighthouse
20.1 km
Cascada de San Ramón
45.9 km
Tamarindo Beach
90.5 km
Hermosa Beach
60 km
Playa Arenilla
57.4 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes