Name: Hotel Los Ranchos
Address: Calle Las Olas, Jacó, Costa Rica, Jacó, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica
Rating: 8.95

What guests think

Across recent reviews, Hotel Los Ranchos stands out for its walkable location near the beach and restaurants, friendly staff (often praising manager Eric), a well kept pool amid lush gardens, and generally clean, comfortable rooms with effective air conditioning.

Breakfast is widely liked and is often delivered to rooms. Common drawbacks include noise from adjacent construction, firm mattresses, and occasional hot water or water pressure and showerhead issues, plus a few small maintenance lapses. Overall, expect a friendly, good value base in Jaco.

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Facilities

Guests consistently praise the attractive pool and lush, secure grounds; on-site parking is available. Some minor pool quibbles appear (limited loungers or strict rules), but overall facilities feel well kept.

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Kathryn

Feb 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed at this beautiful oasis for only a night and wish we were here longer. We were greeted by Eric who was pleasant, accommodating and gave us some great recommendations for food in the area. The pool area was well maintained and clean. The rooms were large and overlooked the pool area; the room had working air condition and was very quiet so we slept well. It was a one minute walk to the beach and the strip was right there with ample restaurants and shops. There was parking as well which made things easy. Breakfast and coffee in the morning were delicious! Thanks for having us and we hope to be back one day!

10

Timothy

Feb 26, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent, friendly staff. A nice pool. Close to the beach.

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Jennifer

Apr 21, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

What a great stay. Staff was very attentive and accommodated our breakfast choices each day. Pool was great and maintained well. Grounds well-kept; work was being done on them constantly. Easy check in process. Great location.

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Michael

Sep 12, 2025

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Stayed 13 nights

Nice family owned ,friendly great tico breakfast clean pool and grounds.

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Timothy

Feb 25, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

I always enjoy my stay at the hotel. Nice pool. Extremely friendly staff. Perfect location - a short walk to the beach.

10

Jackie

Mar 7, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location! Only a block to the beautiful beach for daily walks. Easy walk to stores, grocery and restaurants. Property and unit was very nice, well kept property. Pool and sound of waterfall very relaxing. Will definitely recommend to my friends. Great find!

10

Timothy

Feb 26, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice pool. Close to the beach.

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Daniel J

Apr 18, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Great location in Jaco - just a minute’s walk from the beach. Beautiful plants & trees & flowers in the hotel grounds. A lovely pool to cool off in. The room was nice & clean & breakfast was lovely. The staff are very friendly & helpful.

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Carol

Mar 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely, secure grounds

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Ronald

Mar 13, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Tucked away and quiet. Like an Oasis, clean well maintained pool and property. Close to the beach.

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Cleanliness

Rooms and grounds are generally very clean and well maintained. A few reviews mention odors or unresolved maintenance issues.

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Irene

Aug 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great staff. Needs to improve cleanliness of the rooms and upgrade the facilities

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Aaron

Jan 30, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The property was very clean and staff were all amazing

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Joerg

Feb 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Ordentliches Hotel. Großes Zimmer mit Klima. Bad ohne Ablagen, kein Fön. Eigentlich war alles sehr sauber, bis auf das Problem mit der Toilettenspülung. Diese war sofort verstopft und wurde trotz unseres Hinweises nicht repariert. Der Pool ist sehr schön. Das Auto steht sicher auf dem Gelände. Frühstück ist sehr einfach. Der Strand (steinig und dreckig) ist schnell zu Fuß erreicht.

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James

Nov 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean with yummy coffee and beverages

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AARON

Sep 29, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Los Ranchos is extremely clean, the landscaping and staff are impeccable while offering a delightful charm.

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Kathleen

Dec 16, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Negatives: The room had a sewer odor that did not go away. The TV did not work. There was no hot water. A dog barked all night. You can hear everything in the next room from inside the room. No curtain on a window that faces the rear of the building where anyone can see in. Positives: nice breakfast delivered to your room in the morning for free. Very large room. Cozy balcony to sit out on. Very close to the beach. You can walk to everything from this location.

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David

Aug 18, 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

Great hotel with beautiful surroundings! Excellent service from everyone on hotel staff. Wonderful morning breakfast delivered to your room included in the stay. Will stay here every time in Jaco.

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Daniel J

Apr 18, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Great location in Jaco - just a minute’s walk from the beach. Beautiful plants & trees & flowers in the hotel grounds. A lovely pool to cool off in. The room was nice & clean & breakfast was lovely. The staff are very friendly & helpful.

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James

Nov 27, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent facility with clean rooms and exterior grounds.

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Jeffrey

Feb 7, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean, friendly people, beautiful property and a great pool. Very good breakfast too. Perfect location for the beach and shopping with a lot of dining choices and shopping close by. We really enjoyed our stay there and would highly recommend it.

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Rooms

Many find rooms comfortable and spacious with effective air conditioning, and some units include kitchens. Downsides cited are very firm mattresses, inconsistent hot water or low water pressure, showerhead problems, and noise from next-door construction affecting rest.

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Josh

Dec 25, 2023

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Stayed 7 nights

Good staff, and decent breakfast every morning, with free coffee all day. But the mattresses are very uncomfortable, and the construction right next door starting at 6am EVERY day, and lasting well into the night was unbearable. Very difficult to get any sleep. Would stay again once construction is finished, the staff was very helpful.

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John

Jun 10, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Located near the beach but also in walking distance to restaurants, shops, bars, and clubs, it’s a great find at an affordable price. The gounds are well-kept and the staff were friendly and knowledgeable. The front desk clerk even walked us to our rooms upon checking in! As for the room itself, it’s very spacious and cleaned daily. My only complaint is the AC could not keep up with the June heat during the day. We had to leave the room by 10am, which didn’t bother us. It was a great excuse to get out and explore Jaco!

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Kathryn

Feb 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed at this beautiful oasis for only a night and wish we were here longer. We were greeted by Eric who was pleasant, accommodating and gave us some great recommendations for food in the area. The pool area was well maintained and clean. The rooms were large and overlooked the pool area; the room had working air condition and was very quiet so we slept well. It was a one minute walk to the beach and the strip was right there with ample restaurants and shops. There was parking as well which made things easy. Breakfast and coffee in the morning were delicious! Thanks for having us and we hope to be back one day!

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Nick

Jul 10, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Great location, friendly staff, comfortable rooms with good a/c. Great stay all round.

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Donald

Nov 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was very clean. The only downside was the shower head and hot water

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susan

Dec 29, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

I’m not sure how to review this place because the information provided by Expedia concerning the room was completely different from reality. The apartment was listed as having a separate bedroom. It did not. It was also supposed to have premium bedding, a rain shower shower head, a garden view, toiletries. It had none of these. The staff tried hard to provide a more comfy bed by getting us a mattress topper. The staff were lovely. The pool was nice and was clean. Parking was sometimes a challenge. The location is great. Nonetheless, I would not stay again.

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Jeffrey

Sep 19, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I am usually not one to complain as there is too much negativity in comments already so I am just going to share the good and bad. The good: Close to everything and centrally located. Bedding was nice. Bid kitchen with full size fridge Ac works great The bad: Beds are like concrete Shower heads either spray everywhere or fall apart No water pressure. According to the front desk only 1 pillow per person, we asked for extra and were denied. Some rooms have safes and others don’t. Overall: We very much enjoyed the area but I would not stay here again due to the amount of pain I was in after trying to sleep on the beds. We stayed in 2 separate rooms so I know it was not just the one room we were in.

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Clarence

Dec 14, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

This property is very good. Only complaint is the air conditioner unit secured to the building on my unit. It was very loud at night it had a vibrating noise and kept waking me up. Water pressure in the shower was extremely low it was hard to take a decent shower. The bathroom sink had lots of pressure. Staff were amazing

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Kathleen

Dec 16, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Negatives: The room had a sewer odor that did not go away. The TV did not work. There was no hot water. A dog barked all night. You can hear everything in the next room from inside the room. No curtain on a window that faces the rear of the building where anyone can see in. Positives: nice breakfast delivered to your room in the morning for free. Very large room. Cozy balcony to sit out on. Very close to the beach. You can walk to everything from this location.

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Lisa

Dec 28, 2023

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Stayed 10 nights

There is a very large property being built right next door. The noise is terrible and we had to move out of this hotel.

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Service

Staff are widely described as friendly, attentive, and accommodating, with repeated praise for manager Eric. Occasional hiccups include a room or towel mix-up and a curt front-desk interaction.

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Melvin

Aug 31, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Las instalaciones son un poco viejas, al ser de madera en su mayoria la privacidad es complicada. sabanas incomodas diria que hasta rasposas en mi caso. bannos pquennos. para una noche esta pasable pero no mas. creo que el joven que me atendio fue un poco grosero al llegar temprano solo le dije que tenia reserva y ver si era posible que hubiera campo, la respuesta fue sarcasmoo burla y de mala gana decirme que era muy temprano que estaban en limpieza. lo cual por mi esta bien solo que su forma de dirigirse a mi fue molesta. con decir no por ahora no hay habitaciones era suficiente. Lo bueno - aire acondicionados nuevo y funcional - cerca de la playa a unos pasos y a basicamente del centro de jaco

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Mark

Jan 23, 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

This was a great experience, fom the moment we arrived till we left. Eric, the manager is super! He bent over backwards to accomodate us with any little request. This hotel compound is like a little communty. The food was excellent, the chef was a pleasure to be around. The swimming pool was always clean and cool

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Timothy

Feb 26, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent, friendly staff. A nice pool. Close to the beach.

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Greg

Jan 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Staff were 10/10, great breakfast in the morning. The pool was cozy and easy location for the beach.

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Katrina

Feb 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The location is great. Walkable to the beach and to the Main Street vendors. Our room wasn’t ready when we arrived, which was to be expected since we were early. They did let us use the pool until we could check in which is nice, but would not supply towels, even when asked. They then gave us the wrong room. We are 4 adults and booked a room with a queen and 2 twin beds. They originally gave us two doubles but did move us when I talked to them at the reception. Even though we had to pay extra for 4 adults to share a room, room only has two towels! The pool is nice and deep, with a lot of rules to make sure there is no fun. Lol

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Kelvin

May 21, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The manager Eric was outstanding

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Sally

Mar 9, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The staff is wonderful. Eric was very kind and hospitable. The grounds are beautiful so is the pool. Steps from the beach. We enjoyed the breakfast every morning. Five stars.

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Susan

Jan 24, 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

We we absolutely love the breakfast options. Eric was a gracious host..

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Mary

Jan 13, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful staff and property very accommodating and friendly

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brandon

Apr 1, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

The manager and staff were amazing

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Location

Excellent, walkable location a short stroll to the beach and Jaco’s main strip with shops and restaurants nearby. Construction next door creates daytime noise for some stays.

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Josh

Dec 25, 2023

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Stayed 7 nights

Good staff, and decent breakfast every morning, with free coffee all day. But the mattresses are very uncomfortable, and the construction right next door starting at 6am EVERY day, and lasting well into the night was unbearable. Very difficult to get any sleep. Would stay again once construction is finished, the staff was very helpful.

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Mike

Feb 22, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice spot aside from noise from nearby hotel construction during the day. These are the kind of hotels Jaco needs more of.

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Kathryn

Feb 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed at this beautiful oasis for only a night and wish we were here longer. We were greeted by Eric who was pleasant, accommodating and gave us some great recommendations for food in the area. The pool area was well maintained and clean. The rooms were large and overlooked the pool area; the room had working air condition and was very quiet so we slept well. It was a one minute walk to the beach and the strip was right there with ample restaurants and shops. There was parking as well which made things easy. Breakfast and coffee in the morning were delicious! Thanks for having us and we hope to be back one day!

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Lucinda

Jan 3, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

The ocean was a 5 minute at most walk from the hotel. Hotel is in the best location for beach and restaurants and shops. Great breakfast traditional or fruit and pancakes. Staff super friendly. Would return in a heartbeat.

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Zachary

Feb 21, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

For us it was a great location, close to the beach and to the main street with plenty of options for food, and shopping. The staff were awesome and very professional. The work site next door isnt ideal, it was noisy, but we got used to it.

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Varton

Feb 10, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect place to stay. Right in the middle of town, steps to the beach. Awesome helpful friendly staff.

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Jackie

Mar 7, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location! Only a block to the beautiful beach for daily walks. Easy walk to stores, grocery and restaurants. Property and unit was very nice, well kept property. Pool and sound of waterfall very relaxing. Will definitely recommend to my friends. Great find!

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Daniel J

Apr 18, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Great location in Jaco - just a minute’s walk from the beach. Beautiful plants & trees & flowers in the hotel grounds. A lovely pool to cool off in. The room was nice & clean & breakfast was lovely. The staff are very friendly & helpful.

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David

Mar 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful staff and very nice accommodations. A few minor repairs needed but nothing significant. Very close to the beach. Noisy due to construction of condominiums adjacent to the property. We would definitely stay here again.

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Lisa

Dec 28, 2023

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Stayed 10 nights

There is a very large property being built right next door. The noise is terrible and we had to move out of this hotel.

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Dining

Breakfast is a highlight—tasty and frequently delivered to rooms. There is no on-site restaurant and choices can be simple or repetitive over longer stays; one review found breakfast inadequate.

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Michael

Dec 29, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

The room was very small only two towels no smoke alarms only Spanish language tv the breakfast was inadequate not up to standard no hot water the toilet seat was broke there wasn’t any chairs or table in the room only two wooden chairs outside the beds were well worn

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Sergio

Apr 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excelente trato , la ubicación buena . Solo que no dicen que no tienen restaurante , el desayuno lo llevan a tu cuarto y lo cocinan en otro lado , solo dos opciones a escoger

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Lucinda

Jan 3, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

The ocean was a 5 minute at most walk from the hotel. Hotel is in the best location for beach and restaurants and shops. Great breakfast traditional or fruit and pancakes. Staff super friendly. Would return in a heartbeat.

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Jennifer

Apr 21, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

What a great stay. Staff was very attentive and accommodated our breakfast choices each day. Pool was great and maintained well. Grounds well-kept; work was being done on them constantly. Easy check in process. Great location.

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Sandra

Jan 6, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We enjoyed every minute at this hotel. Clean, comfortable rooms. Nice pool area. Easy access to ocean beach and shops. Delicious breakfast brought to our room. We will be back!

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David

Aug 18, 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

Great hotel with beautiful surroundings! Excellent service from everyone on hotel staff. Wonderful morning breakfast delivered to your room included in the stay. Will stay here every time in Jaco.

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Daniel J

Apr 18, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Great location in Jaco - just a minute’s walk from the beach. Beautiful plants & trees & flowers in the hotel grounds. A lovely pool to cool off in. The room was nice & clean & breakfast was lovely. The staff are very friendly & helpful.

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France

Feb 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Très bel endroit où rester, près de la mer et des restaurants, petits déjeuners excellents! Je recommande!

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Thomas

Jan 22, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Bra hotell nära stranden. God frukost Ingen resturang Rent och fräscht.

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Jeffrey

Feb 7, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean, friendly people, beautiful property and a great pool. Very good breakfast too. Perfect location for the beach and shopping with a lot of dining choices and shopping close by. We really enjoyed our stay there and would highly recommend it.

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