Is Puerto Viejo Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

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Is Puerto Viejo worth visiting?

Overall rating

3.3 /5

based on 3 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

2.6/5

Safety

3.3/5

Food

3.3/5

Budget-friendly

2.3/5
Laura

Laura

United States

Group travel

It was beautiful a few years ago but now it became super gentrified and overrun with drugs and kinda dirty. Lots and lots of stores but the local vendors can’t compete with these comercial touristy markets anymore. On the good side, you do get to experience the slow moving Caribbean culture and authentic Caribbean food and you are close to a variety of cool beaches. Only spend 2/3 nights here.

Posted: June 7, 2025
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Solo travel

I felt very safe in Puerto Viejo! I stayed a bit outside of town near Playa Negra and rented a motorbike to get around. It’s a beautiful area; very laid-back vibes if you’re into that. There is a good mix of travelers and locals around town, which I appreciate. Apparently Ama Ser is closing, but one of the highlights of my trip was doing yoga at their studio. Really good vegan food in Puerto. I would love to go back one day!

Posted: May 14, 2025Experienced: December, 2024
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Solo travel

I love Puerto Viejo, I've been there alone a few times. The center is quite safe. Just take care of yourself and don't walk alone in the dark, there might be dangerous areas.

Posted: December 23, 2023
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