Croc's Resort & Casino is a four-pearl resort located on the northern end of Jaco Beach. The hotel’s 152 rooms are subtly stylish, and include mini-fridges, iPod docks, and flat-screen TVs, but some guests report outside rooms can suffer from nightclub noise and/or musty smells. True to its name, Croc’s showpiece is its casino, but the resort also includes a lagoon-shaped pool with arched wooden bridges, multiple restaurants and bars, a lovely spa, and a modern conference center. It offers little in the way of local character, but guests seeking an upscale resort with plenty of on-site entertainment will likely be satisfied. Travelers might want to compare rates and amenities with the nearby all-inclusive Best Western Jaco Beach, which is one of the area’s only other large resorts, but it's less polished overall.
Croc's Resort & Casino is a four-pearl resort located on the northern end of Jaco Beach. The hotel’s 152 rooms are subtly stylish, and include mini-fridges, iPod docks, and flat-screen TVs, but some guests report outside rooms can suffer from nightclub noise and/or musty smells. True to its name, Croc’s showpiece is its casino, but the resort also includes a lagoon-shaped pool with arched wooden bridges, multiple restaurants and bars, a lovely spa, and a modern conference center. It offers little in the way of local character, but guests seeking an upscale resort with plenty of on-site entertainment will likely be satisfied. Travelers might want to compare rates and amenities with the nearby all-inclusive Best Western Jaco Beach, which is one of the area’s only other large resorts, but it's less polished overall.
Beach Break Resort, formerly Morgan's Cove Resort, is a three-pearl hotel located on Jaco Beach. The hotel’s 80 guest rooms have coffee makers and big bathrooms, but the decor is dreary. Location is this hotel’s major advantage, with Jaco Beach accessible from the property and the bars and restaurants of downtown a short walk away. One of the two large pools has a swim-up bar, and there are two decent kids’ pools as well. Travelers may want to compare rates and amenities with nearby Hotel Club del Mar.
Beach Break Resort, formerly Morgan's Cove Resort, is a three-pearl hotel located on Jaco Beach. The hotel’s 80 guest rooms have coffee makers and big bathrooms, but the decor is dreary. Location is this hotel’s major advantage, with Jaco Beach accessible from the property and the bars and restaurants of downtown a short walk away. One of the two large pools has a swim-up bar, and there are two decent kids’ pools as well. Travelers may want to compare rates and amenities with nearby Hotel Club del Mar.
This small but spacious three-pearl, eco-friendly hotel has 20 rooms and suites. Spread out over five acres of jungle -- home to exotic birds and monkeys -- guests are a five-minute drive to Jaco's bars, restaurants, and beach. The laid-back and private vibe is ideal for groups who want the entire property; yogis in particular love having two studios: one indoors and one outdoors. Spacious rooms are spotless and have double-purified drinking water on tap. Free breakfast at the restaurant is followed by locally-sourced fare for lunch and dinner. Though it's stranded during the day, there's a nice outdoor pool for staying cool. Those who prefer a beach locale should consider Jaco Laguna Resort & Beach Club.
This small but spacious three-pearl, eco-friendly hotel has 20 rooms and suites. Spread out over five acres of jungle -- home to exotic birds and monkeys -- guests are a five-minute drive to Jaco's bars, restaurants, and beach. The laid-back and private vibe is ideal for groups who want the entire property; yogis in particular love having two studios: one indoors and one outdoors. Spacious rooms are spotless and have double-purified drinking water on tap. Free breakfast at the restaurant is followed by locally-sourced fare for lunch and dinner. Though it's stranded during the day, there's a nice outdoor pool for staying cool. Those who prefer a beach locale should consider Jaco Laguna Resort & Beach Club.
Open-minded singles and swingers of all ages will feel at home at this three-pearl, adults-only hotel on Jaco Beach with 33 rooms and suites and plans to expand. For a hint at the vibe, there are two pools: one clothing optional and one where nudity is required. The poolside sports bar, called the Naked Iguana, offers music or entertainment until the wee hours, and the restaurant serves all three meals. All-inclusive packages are available. Room decor is simple, and some have hot tubs, balconies, and full kitchens, but Standard Rooms are rather basic and could use some attention. For an all-inclusive option with a less naked party scene, consider the Hotel Club del Mar, farther down the beach.
Open-minded singles and swingers of all ages will feel at home at this three-pearl, adults-only hotel on Jaco Beach with 33 rooms and suites and plans to expand. For a hint at the vibe, there are two pools: one clothing optional and one where nudity is required. The poolside sports bar, called the Naked Iguana, offers music or entertainment until the wee hours, and the restaurant serves all three meals. All-inclusive packages are available. Room decor is simple, and some have hot tubs, balconies, and full kitchens, but Standard Rooms are rather basic and could use some attention. For an all-inclusive option with a less naked party scene, consider the Hotel Club del Mar, farther down the beach.
Hotel Tramonto is a three-pearl property outside the town of Jaco, located across the road from lovely Playa Hermosa. Some of its 76 spacious rooms include balconies and whirlpool tubs, and nice wood accents, against otherwise generic, neutral toned decor. A hot authentic Costa Rican breakfast -- along with more American-style fare -- is included in the room rate, and the hotel has an outdoor pool and deck with loungers. The restaurant, with views of the beach, serves Italian and international fare -- but there’s no other dining or nightlife within walking distance of the hotel. And the fitness center is tiny, with an exercise bike, treadmills, and elliptical machines that don't always work. Travelers seeking a hotel closer to the Jaco action might want to consider the Jaco Laguna Resort & Beach Club, although its rates don't include breakfast.
Hotel Tramonto is a three-pearl property outside the town of Jaco, located across the road from lovely Playa Hermosa. Some of its 76 spacious rooms include balconies and whirlpool tubs, and nice wood accents, against otherwise generic, neutral toned decor. A hot authentic Costa Rican breakfast -- along with more American-style fare -- is included in the room rate, and the hotel has an outdoor pool and deck with loungers. The restaurant, with views of the beach, serves Italian and international fare -- but there’s no other dining or nightlife within walking distance of the hotel. And the fitness center is tiny, with an exercise bike, treadmills, and elliptical machines that don't always work. Travelers seeking a hotel closer to the Jaco action might want to consider the Jaco Laguna Resort & Beach Club, although its rates don't include breakfast.
This 26-room mid-range boutique hotel is owned by a couple raising their young son, so it's no surprise that it attracts more of the same. Located on the far end of the beach, which boasts consistent beginner waves, this is indeed a place for laid-back families who want to see their kids get up on a board early (adults, too). Lessons for surfing and stand-up paddle boarding are provided by some of Playa Jaco's best teachers, and are cited as a major draw here. Otherwise, there are two outdoor pools (one that is kid-friendly) with day beds, and an open-air spa. Rooms are squeaky clean and very simply decorated; they have pillow-top mattresses, quality A/C units, and walk-in showers. The tiki bar and restaurant serves great seafood and pub fare next to the beach, but breakfast isn't included in the price, and there are no fridges for stocking items. It's just a short cab to restaurants and shops, though -- better yet, rent a red cruiser bike and pedal to town.
This 26-room mid-range boutique hotel is owned by a couple raising their young son, so it's no surprise that it attracts more of the same. Located on the far end of the beach, which boasts consistent beginner waves, this is indeed a place for laid-back families who want to see their kids get up on a board early (adults, too). Lessons for surfing and stand-up paddle boarding are provided by some of Playa Jaco's best teachers, and are cited as a major draw here. Otherwise, there are two outdoor pools (one that is kid-friendly) with day beds, and an open-air spa. Rooms are squeaky clean and very simply decorated; they have pillow-top mattresses, quality A/C units, and walk-in showers. The tiki bar and restaurant serves great seafood and pub fare next to the beach, but breakfast isn't included in the price, and there are no fridges for stocking items. It's just a short cab to restaurants and shops, though -- better yet, rent a red cruiser bike and pedal to town.
Hotel Mar de Luz is a two-and-a-half-pearl hotel located in the busy beach town of Jaco. This small hotel offers 30 clean, unfussy rooms, all of which have kitchenettes with microwaves and coffeemakers; a few have two-burner hot plates. Family-friendly is the ethos here -- there's a kids’ pool and a playground. The hotel also has two large pools for adults, and a relaxed common area. Decor is far from trendy, but with its natural woods and colors, it has tropical flair. Breakfast is included in the room rate, as is Wi-Fi, and the hotel’s central yet quiet location is tough to beat. Travelers might want to check out the nearby Aparthotel Vista Pacifico, which offers similarly affordable rates and low-key charm, but it doesn’t have Hotel Mar de Luz’s prime location.
Hotel Mar de Luz is a two-and-a-half-pearl hotel located in the busy beach town of Jaco. This small hotel offers 30 clean, unfussy rooms, all of which have kitchenettes with microwaves and coffeemakers; a few have two-burner hot plates. Family-friendly is the ethos here -- there's a kids’ pool and a playground. The hotel also has two large pools for adults, and a relaxed common area. Decor is far from trendy, but with its natural woods and colors, it has tropical flair. Breakfast is included in the room rate, as is Wi-Fi, and the hotel’s central yet quiet location is tough to beat. Travelers might want to check out the nearby Aparthotel Vista Pacifico, which offers similarly affordable rates and low-key charm, but it doesn’t have Hotel Mar de Luz’s prime location.
Hotel Pumilio is an upper-middle-range boutique hotel located just outside downtown Jaco. Its 10 guest rooms are delightful and modern, and all include outdoor kitchens. These cozy rooms, along with a picturesque pool and a peaceful spa, give the hotel the feel of a relaxing retreat. The only thing Hotel Pumilio doesn’t have going for it is location -- it’s about a 10-minute drive to downtown Jaco and its beach. Guests interested in vacations focused on nightlife and the beach may prefer Jaco Laguna Resort & Beach Club, which is set right on Playa Jaco, but its rooms are less stylish and it doesn’t offer free breakfast.
Hotel Pumilio is an upper-middle-range boutique hotel located just outside downtown Jaco. Its 10 guest rooms are delightful and modern, and all include outdoor kitchens. These cozy rooms, along with a picturesque pool and a peaceful spa, give the hotel the feel of a relaxing retreat. The only thing Hotel Pumilio doesn’t have going for it is location -- it’s about a 10-minute drive to downtown Jaco and its beach. Guests interested in vacations focused on nightlife and the beach may prefer Jaco Laguna Resort & Beach Club, which is set right on Playa Jaco, but its rooms are less stylish and it doesn’t offer free breakfast.
Oceano Boutique Hotel & Gallery is a four-pearl hotel with 64 suites, most of which have separate living areas and full kitchens with hot plates. Guests also have the option of dining at the hotel’s small restaurant, and there are plenty of other dining options in the surrounding area. Elegant on-site features include a pool, a spa, and a fitness center. This property’s main drawback is that it’s not located on the beach; however, buzzing Playa Jaco can be reached in about 10 minutes on foot. Nearby Hotel Pumilio is another boutique option that offers upscale rooms with kitchens, but it’s a bit less luxurious than Oceano and located farther from downtown Jaco.
Oceano Boutique Hotel & Gallery is a four-pearl hotel with 64 suites, most of which have separate living areas and full kitchens with hot plates. Guests also have the option of dining at the hotel’s small restaurant, and there are plenty of other dining options in the surrounding area. Elegant on-site features include a pool, a spa, and a fitness center. This property’s main drawback is that it’s not located on the beach; however, buzzing Playa Jaco can be reached in about 10 minutes on foot. Nearby Hotel Pumilio is another boutique option that offers upscale rooms with kitchens, but it’s a bit less luxurious than Oceano and located farther from downtown Jaco.
Despite the chain name, this mid-range, 125-room all-inclusive hotel is a family-owned gem on Jaco Beach with local personality. Simple rooms, which were remodeled in 2015, have light wooden furnishings, flat-screen TVs, and in most, Pacific Ocean views. Prices are reasonable, and rates include food and drinks at the open-air restaurant and two bars. In addition to the hotel's wide stretch of beach, there are two pools, a tennis court, and children's activities. Free Wi-Fi and parking make it a good value for a family getaway, but note that early check-ins and use of the in-room safe will incur a fee. It's also worth checking out the nearby 26-room Jaco Laguna Resort & Beach Club, another family-run property that also has a spa, but it's not all-inclusive.
Despite the chain name, this mid-range, 125-room all-inclusive hotel is a family-owned gem on Jaco Beach with local personality. Simple rooms, which were remodeled in 2015, have light wooden furnishings, flat-screen TVs, and in most, Pacific Ocean views. Prices are reasonable, and rates include food and drinks at the open-air restaurant and two bars. In addition to the hotel's wide stretch of beach, there are two pools, a tennis court, and children's activities. Free Wi-Fi and parking make it a good value for a family getaway, but note that early check-ins and use of the in-room safe will incur a fee. It's also worth checking out the nearby 26-room Jaco Laguna Resort & Beach Club, another family-run property that also has a spa, but it's not all-inclusive.