Hotels in Playa de Jaco
Because Playa Herradura, Playa Hermosa de Jacó (not to be confused with either Playa Hermosa in Guanacaste or Playa Hermosa on the Nicoya Peninsula), Playa Esterillos, and Playa Bejuco are close, many people choose accommodations in these beach towns as well.
In addition to the places listed below, the oceanfront Apartotel Girasol (tel. 800/923-2779 in U.S. or Canada or 2643-1591 in Costa Rica), with 16 fully equipped one-bedroom apartments, is a smart option for longer stays, as is Vacasa (tel. 8178-5585), which has dozens of condo rentals throughout Jacó. Hotel Poseidon (tel. 2643-1642) is a pretty boutique hotel in the heart of downtown, while Hotel Pumillo (tel. 2643-5678) is on the outskirts of town, right the edge of the jungle. Canciones del Mar (tel. 888/260-1523 in the U.S./Canada, or 2643-3273 in Costa Rica) is a good option on the beachfront
There are quite a few backpacker hostels around town, so if you’re looking to stay here on the cheap, walk the strip and see who’s got the best room at the best price. Decent options include Buddha House (tel. 2643-3615), a “boutique hostel” in the heart of Jacó, the Jacó Inn (tel. 2643-1935), which calls itself “the perfect balance between tranquilidad and fiesta,” and the low-key Perico Azul (tel. 2643-1341), a few blocks from the beach.
If you’re looking for something remote and undeveloped, head to Playa Esterillos Este and the Hotel Pelicano (tel. 2778-8105), a homey, beachfront bed-and-breakfast.
Note: Playa Esterillos and Playa Bejuco are about midway between Jacó and Manuel Antonio, so it’s very useful to have a rental car if staying here.
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Alma del Pacifico Hotel
This upscale boutique hotel is a hidden gem on an undiscovered patch of sand. Originally built as a sister resort to Xandari, it now has separate owners and management. Still, the individual villas here feature the same artsy sensibility, which means they’re oversized, with white…$$$Playa Hermosa
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Best Western Jacó Beach Resort
A no-frills all-inclusive, the Best Western is popular with large charter groups but feels a bit dated. Still, room upkeep has been good over the years, and the Best Western offers decent value for those looking for an affordable all-inclusive option in Jacó. And it’s in a great…$$Around Town - Hotel
Club del Mar
A great option on the outskirts of Jacó, Club del Mar is located at the far southern end of the beach, so it feels far removed from the crowds and craziness in the thick of town. This is also one of the safest parts of the beach for swimming, as it’s somewhat protected by the rocky…$$Around Town - Hotel
Croc’s Casino Resort
This 17-story, 152-room behemoth, which opened in 2015, has been a game-changer in Jacó, and not just for the skyline. The luxurious rooms are decorated in a modern, not-too-splashy style, and the ocean views are awesome. You can choose from four restaurants: Adacus, with…$$$Around Town - Hotel
Hotel Mar de Luz
This family-friendly hotel about a half-block or so inland from the main street feels like an oasis amidst the hustle and bustle of busy Jacó. Owner Victor Keulen runs a tight ship, and provides excellent value. Rooms are kept very clean, and the common areas are cozy and inviting.…$Around Town - Hotel
Hotel Perico Azul
Located a couple blocks inland from the water, on the south end of Jacó, this hotel is a favorite of surfers, backpackers, and budget travelers of all stripes. Clean, well-kept rooms surround a central courtyard with a popular—albeit small—plunge pool. A couple of rooms come with…$Around Town - Hotel
Hotel Playa Bejuco
This hotel is a throwback to another era. Some of the rooms look like they could have been decorated in the 1970s (although they’re immaculate and quite spacious), and the area has yet to be touched by the rampant development of Jacó. If you come here, be aware that besides the…$$Playa Bejuco - Hotel
Monte Carlo Luxury Condominiums
These stylish condos with a pretty pool, located in the heart of Jacó, offer 16 luxury units for rent by the night, week, or month. All have two bedrooms, with a king-size bed in the master bedroom and a queen bed or two twin-size beds in the second room. All have two bathrooms, one…$$Around Town - Hotel
Oceano Boutique Hotel & Residence
This boutique hotel is beautifully designed and has an impressive array of room choices and amenities. The six-story hotel (with a seventh-floor tanning deck) has an art gallery, a convenience store, a souvenir shop, a bistro bar/cafe, a swimming pool with hot tub and kids’ pool, and…$$Around Town - Hotel
Pochote Grande
German owned and operated, this decades old hotel is popular among German tourists of a certain age who like to lounge around a pool in a Speedo or bikini, converse with other guests in their own language, and order rouladen off the menu. Rooms feature whitewashed walls and tie-dyed…$$$Around Town - Hostel
Room2Board
This hip hostel at the southern end of Jacó beach can make an old guy feel young again, with happy, drinking 20-somethings filling the pool and bar as if it’s perpetually spring break. Despite the gaudy wave-like outcroppings on the exterior of the four-story building, the hotel has…$Around Town - Hotel
Selina Jaco
Right on the Jacó beachfront, this funky hostel feels more like a resort, with its surprisingly large pool and grassy lawn sided by one of the better hotel bars and restaurants in the area. The Selina holds regular free hostel gatherings like meditation sessions, hikes, and salsa…$Around Town - Hotel
The Backyard
The Backyard is run by and for surfers, though it is comfy enough to attract the casual beach goer too. Rooms are simple and unadorned, aside from framed photos of tropical beach scenes. The restaurant and bar are pretty much the only game in town, and are jam-packed most nights,…$$Playa Hermosa
