Bahia Encantada sits steps from Jaco Beach with pools, balconies and rooftop ocean views, well-maintained grounds and restaurants within walking distance. Units are modern and well-equipped, and management is generally responsive, though owner-run variations, occasional construction noise and some communication or HOA hiccups are reported; confirm pet policy.

• Beach access
• Pool
• Wi-Fi
• Parking
• LGBTQ+ friendly

The condo sits on a beautiful, well-maintained property with very clean, accessible accommodations. The setting feels pleasant and easy to navigate, and hosts make facilities straightforward to use.

• Pool
• Air conditioning
• Spa
• Wi-Fi

Vibrant lodging offering an outdoor pool, beach access & a restaurant, plus a rooftop lounge.

• Beach access
• Pool
• Air conditioning
• Wi-Fi
• LGBTQ+ friendly

Apartamentos Ganesha Jaco offers comfortable, air‑conditioned apartments with well‑equipped kitchens, a maintained pool and gated parking set in pleasant grounds. It sits a short walk from Jaco Beach, trails and shops, creating a relaxed, social atmosphere with responsive hosts, though occasional cleanliness issues are reported.

Informal property on tropical, beachfront grounds, offering an open-air eatery & outdoor pools.

• Pool
• Wi-Fi
• Parking

Ocean Beach Hotel Jaco offers spacious, budget-friendly rooms, a small pool and grounds in a conveniently walkable but slightly removed location from Jaco's main street, with friendly, attentive staff. Occasional issues include basic on-site amenities, animal noise and problems with plunge-pool privacy, mirrors or Wi‑Fi.

• Pool
• Air conditioning
• Wi-Fi

Low-key rooms in a laid-back surf hotel featuring a restaurant, a bar, a pool & direct beach access.

• Pool
• Air conditioning
• Airport shuttle
• Parking

Relaxed hostel offering colorful rooms & dorms, some with tropical views, plus a garden terrace.

• Pool
• Free breakfast
• Wi-Fi
• Parking

The Palms Ocean Club Resort features clean, well-equipped beachfront condos with large balconies and ocean views, and guests enjoy access to neighboring Crocs pool and amenities. The location is a pleasant, slightly quieter stretch about a 10-minute walk from downtown Jaco, and hosts are responsive and reachable by message.

• Pool
• Air conditioning
• Wi-Fi
• Parking

Casa y Villas Sueños del Paraíso features spacious, clean rooms and extensive, well-maintained green grounds with pool access; some accommodations have private pools while others share a smaller pool. The property feels safe and scenic, and hosts are generally attentive, though occasional shortages of in-room supplies and limited accessibility are reported.

Villa Montine offers spacious, private accommodations with nine en-suite bedrooms, a large kitchen, media room, and an open-air saltwater pool with direct beach access, a short walk from Jaco's bars and restaurants. The hosts provide attentive service and on-site meals, and minor issues are addressed promptly.

Condominio Villas Tropical sits a block from the beach on Jaco’s main street, with large warm pools, tidy grounds, pleasant community atmosphere and nearby restaurants. On-site security and responsive owners create a secure, relaxed feel, though some units are dated and may have inconsistent amenities such as Wi‑Fi, hot water or air conditioning.

Tropical Camas Surf Houses offers clean, comfortable rooms and tidy grounds with some ocean-view rooms, a pool and basic kitchen facilities. It sits steps from a quieter beach and nearby shops, and hosts are attentive and helpful, though guests note occasional booking or check-in communication issues and limited card/payment options.

• LGBTQ+ friendly

Hostel La Hacienda offers clean, cozy rooms with a shared kitchen and a large terrace, about a five-minute walk from the beach, shops and restaurants, creating a lively hostel atmosphere. Staff are generally friendly and provide breakfast and local tips, though guests sometimes report cold water, noise and occasional booking or transport issues.

• Pool
• Free breakfast
• Spa
• Wi-Fi
• Parking
• LGBTQ+ friendly

Vista Mar Condos sits steps from Jaco’s beach and party area, offering roomy units with strong ocean views and a quiet, mostly adult-oriented atmosphere that may not suit families with children. Hosts provide breakfasts and attentive care, but some guests occasionally note service or maintenance hiccups (AC or leaks, booking mix-ups) that are usually resolved.

• Wheelchair accessible

Villa Montana offers spacious units with sweeping ocean views and memorable sunsets. The building and grounds show signs of disrepair and limited safety features, and on-site service is minimal with little staff presence.

• Pool
• Air conditioning
• Wi-Fi
• Parking

Hostel de Haan sits on the beach and offers budget accommodation with a pool and basic kitchen; rooms and grounds are functional but cleanliness and maintenance are inconsistent, with reports of stained linens, imperfect locks, limited hot water and noisy street nightlife. Staff can be friendly and helpful, though reception service and amenities vary.

• Pool
• Wi-Fi
• Parking

Tres Regalos offers well-equipped, beachfront condos with great ocean views, a pleasant pool and comfortable, quiet grounds on the north end of Jaco beside Crocs Casino, a short walk or cheap taxi to downtown. Management is generally straightforward, though guests sometimes note inconsistent maintenance and occasional appliance or odor issues.

Clarita’s Beach Resort features comfortable accommodations and well-kept grounds that support a relaxed beachside atmosphere ideal for a vacation. Guests especially praise the on-site Japanese restaurant for delicious food and attentive, friendly service.

Warm rooms in a laid-back property offering a restaurant & an outdoor pool, plus a sports bar.

• Air conditioning
• Airport shuttle
• Pet friendly

Casa Los Sueños offers rooms and grounds with great views and a dreamy, relaxed atmosphere. Its location contributes to the peaceful vibe, and guests generally enjoy an easy, pleasant stay.

Macaws Ocean Club features large, clean two-bedroom condos with a private ~200m path to the south end of Jaco Beach and convenient walking access to town; top-floor units require many stairs, with a freight elevator for luggage. The property is quiet and family-friendly, with a small shaded pool and attentive 24-hour staff and hosts; tropical bird noise is common.

• Pool
• Wi-Fi
• Parking
• Wheelchair accessible

Jaco Bay offers spacious condo-style rooms with full kitchens, washers/dryers and pleasant grounds centered around a large warm pool, volleyball court and wooded areas frequented by macaws. It sits just outside the main strip within walking distance of shops, restaurants and the beach, and staff are often helpful, though guests sometimes report maintenance hiccups and occasional security or service lapses.

Hotel Casa Playa offers clean, comfortable rooms with well-equipped kitchens, laundry access, a tidy pool, and courtyard parking. It sits within easy walking distance of the beach and nearby cafes and restaurants, and the hosts provide friendly, attentive service that creates a welcoming, safe atmosphere.

• LGBTQ+ friendly

Acqua Residence offers spacious beachfront condos with clean common areas and pleasant grounds, though some units feel dated and only select rooms have true ocean views. The location is very walkable to Jaco's shops, restaurants and grocery, and staff are responsive and helpful; guests should note neighboring properties can cause late-night noise.

Hotel Loft Pacifico offers spacious, clean rooms—some with kitchens and strong air conditioning—and pleasant grounds with a pool and pet-friendly areas. Staff provide breakfast and friendly service, and the property sits just outside Jaco about 2–3 km from the beach (transport recommended), with occasional guest noise.

• Pool
• Air conditioning
• Wi-Fi
• Parking

Ela Kosher Hotel offers simple budget rooms and compact grounds with a pool and a community-style atmosphere; some guests praise cleanliness and homemade breakfast, while others report maintenance issues, pests, and occasional odors. It sits near downtown Jaco (sometimes listed as Izu’s Place) and staff are often helpful, though signage, payment handling, and access restrictions draw complaints.

The hotel offers clean, basic rooms and compact grounds with pools and easy beach access just steps away. Its central location puts guests within walking distance of Jaco's shops and nightlife, and the on-site staff and owners are friendly and helpful, though the attached bar and street noise can be loud at night.

Rooms and grounds are attractive and sit right on the beachfront, offering direct access to Jaco Beach. The location provides a relaxed beachside atmosphere close to town. Service and hosts are not widely commented on.

Rooms and grounds are spacious, clean, and feature a large pool with jacuzzi; the property sits within easy walking distance of Jaco beach and shops. The atmosphere is generally quiet and relaxed, with on-site management present, though some note occasional noisy visitors and suggest clearer pool rules.

Villas Costa Jacó offers clean, well-equipped villas and a relaxed vacation atmosphere. Common areas and the pool show maintenance and lighting issues, and occasional stray animals and other neglected details detract from the stay despite management’s efforts.

• Pool
• Air conditioning
• Wi-Fi
• Parking

Well-appointed rooms and lush grounds sit in a relaxed coastal setting in Jaco, with communal spaces and an ocean-facing yoga deck that support a wellness-focused atmosphere. Attentive hosts provide organized, personalized surf coaching, daily wellness programming and farm-to-table meals, creating a friendly, community-oriented experience.

• Pool
• Free breakfast
• Spa
• Wi-Fi
• Parking
• LGBTQ+ friendly

The property offers clean, quiet rooms and well-kept grounds with round-the-clock security. It sits right off the beach, providing easy access to the shore and a relaxed, peaceful atmosphere.

The Palms Penthouse features rooms and terraces with a lovely view, contributing to a calm, airy atmosphere. Hosts provide attentive, accommodating service to enhance the stay.

Casa Brisas del Mar offers spacious, comfortable accommodations with well-kept grounds and a large pool area suited to families and groups. Located in Jaco, it maintains a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere with hosts who are attentive, approachable, and helpful.

The villa offers roomy accommodations with en suite bathrooms, a well-kept pool and tropical landscaping that create a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere. An attentive on-site staff provides daily cleaning, laundry and upkeep, and hosts remain available to assist with requests.

• Wheelchair accessible

Casual apartments, an outdoor pool & BBQs in a tropical property a minute's walk from the beach.

• Air conditioning

Terraza 227 sits practically on the beach in Jacó, offering a casual, close-to-sea atmosphere with basic rooms and grounds. Staff are generally friendly and helpful, though guests note heat from no air conditioning, occasional cleanliness problems and some reservation inconsistencies.

Hotel Mirasol sits just steps from Jaco Beach with a small pool and recently renovated mini-apartment rooms, though room quality and furnishings can vary and some report noise from nearby bars and occasional maintenance or staffing issues. The owners are generally described as friendly and accommodating.

• Air conditioning
• LGBTQ+ friendly

Hotel Zabamar sits steps from the beach with private beach access and a lively central location; the grounds include a pool and basic, generally clean rooms. The staff are friendly and the property offers good value, though some guests note firm beds, variable hot water/AC, occasional noise and pool maintenance issues.

• Air conditioning

The hotel offers clean, comfortable rooms on a spacious property with a pleasant pool area and quiet atmosphere behind a modest exterior. It’s within easy walking distance of downtown Jaco and the casino, and hosts are attentive and accommodating, though some units lack small kitchen amenities and on-site dining can be unfinished.

• Pool
• Air conditioning
• Wi-Fi

Simple rooms, some with kitchenettes, in a low-key hotel offering an outdoor pool & a terrace.

• Air conditioning
• Airport shuttle
• Pet friendly

Hotel Tropical Garden offers renovated, clean rooms and a lush courtyard with a pool and abundant wildlife, and sits just steps from Jaco’s beach, restaurants and nightlife. Staff are friendly and accommodating, providing quick solutions when issues arise, though occasional maintenance or nighttime noise can occur.

• Beach access
• Pool
• Wi-Fi
• Parking

Casa Rio Mar features spacious beachfront villas with private bedrooms and baths, a pool, large outdoor areas and ocean views in a secure gated community. It is a short walk to the beach and a quick golf-cart ride to Jaco’s restaurants, and attentive hosts coordinate chefs, excursions and housekeeping while handling occasional maintenance quickly.