Playa Los Coquitos is an attractive beach located within the municipality of Pepillo Salcedo, also known as Manzanillo, in the province of Montecristi, Dominican Republic. Positioned on the northern coastline, the beach is nestled in the scenic Bahía de Manzanillo and is recognized for its clear waters and spacious layout.
The beach's natural characteristics are appealing for visitors seeking a peaceful beach experience. Its waters are calm, providing a serene atmosphere for visitors to relax and enjoy the ocean breeze. Despite its remote location, the beach is a popular spot for seafarers, especially on the weekends, creating a lively environment. However, the beach is known for its balance between liveliness and tranquility, as it does not tend to get overly crowded.
Playa Los Coquitos offers a variety of reasonably priced amenities for visitors. These include the opportunity to enjoy a cold beer while taking in the ocean view. The beach is also renowned for its fantastic seafood, providing a fresh and delicious culinary experience for visitors.
Reaching Playa Los Coquitos can be a bit challenging due to its remote location, but the journey is often considered worthwhile due to the serene and beautiful environment that awaits. It is located in the vicinity of the Port of Manzanillo, one of the country's major ports, which adds to its potential as a tourist hotspot.
You can enjoy a refreshing drink at one of the bars situated on the beach.
You can enjoy one of the restaurants at the beach while soaking up the sun.
Visitor reviews highlight the cleanliness and spaciousness of the beach, as well as the calming effect of the ocean breeze. Many visitors also appreciate the tranquility of the location, despite it being somewhat remote and difficult to reach. However, some visitors have expressed dissatisfaction with the freshness of the seafood.
Most visitors to Playa Los Coquitos stay in the nearby town of Manzanillo, as it offers convenient access to the beach and other local attractions. For those who prefer more options, Monte Cristi is another popular choice, providing a variety of accommodations and easy day trips to the beach.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
Latitude: 19.7060808 / Longitude: -71.7467684
Playa Los Coquitos is located in Monte Cristi. The following map of Playa Los Coquitos shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 25.1°C/33.4°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 38°C |
| Sea Temperature | 28.7 °C |
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| Wave Height | 0.8 m |
| Rain Chance | 44% |
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| Rainfall | 0 mm |
| Rain Duration | 0 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 06:19/19:26 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 12.3 hrs |
| UV Index | 8.9 |
| Cloud Cover | 6% |
| Speed | 19.9 km/h |
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| Gusts | 43.2 km/h |
| Direction | NE |
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