This small town has a shaded park in the center of town, shops along the main cobbletone street, and two large restaurants with inside seating, as well as palapas on the beach. It's about a mile from the highway bus stop to the beach. A second class bus goes right into the center of town. After Rincon de Guayabitos, I made my headquarters in this tourist town, which has more of a funky atmosphere than Rincon de Guayabitos. Barra attracts adventure-spirited travelers from the U.S. and Canada.
Hotels are plentiful on both waterfronts.
Since everything is within a few minutes walk, strolling around town was my favorite pastime. The beach, while wide with white, warm sand, had a strong undertow, which discouraged me from swimming. For breakfast, I liked the tropical garden atmosphere of the Hotel Delfin on the lagoon side. You'll find a variety of hotels along the beach. The bus terminal is at the north end of town.