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There's a small fishing pueblo at Potrero, just beyond the northern end of the eponym-
ous beach. This is where the bus line ends, so you won't see the weekend rush found at
Brasilito.
Sleeping
Hotel Isolina HOTEL
( 2654-4333; www.isolinabeach.com ; d/tr/q incl breakfast from US$80/90/102; )
Surrounded by tropical gardens, these attractive yellow buildings are a comfortable and af-
fordable option, with special amenities to welcome families. Simple rooms have plain
wood furniture and whitewashed walls; pay more for an in-room kitchenette. At the north
end of Playa Potrero, it's a short walk to Playa Penca, so that's a two-fer.
Cabinas Christina CABINA
( 2654-4006; www.cabinascristina.com ; d with/without kitchen US$68/57; )
The cheapest accommodations in town, these simple cabinas are scattered under a lovely
palm-grove garden. It's about 200m from the beach in Surfside.
Bahía del Sol RESORT
( 2654-4671; www.bahiadelsolhotel.com ; d/ste incl breakfast from US$180/275; )
With a prime beachfront location at Playa Potrero, this luxurious resort gets high marks for
four-star laid-back elegance. Large, tropically-themed rooms surround a garden with ham-
mocks, offering easy access to the on-site outdoor spa. Out front, the lawn leads to a beach
peppered with palapas (thatched shelters).
Eating & Drinking
Shack AMERICAN
( 2654-6038; mains US$5-17; 8am-11pm; )
Set beneath a stilted tin roof twirling with ceiling fans, this fabulous diner is Potrero's fa-
vorite spot to grab a bite. Come for breakfast when homemade bagels and sausages are
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