Is parking available at the hotel?

Free self-parking is available on-site, but it is limited. No reservation is required.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee, approximately CRC 4500 to 10000 for adults and children.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

Are airport shuttle services available?

A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge. Guests can arrange the transfer through the hotel.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details regarding room accessibility should be confirmed with the hotel prior to arrival.

What is the hotel's location in relation to nearby attractions?

The hotel is located in the heart of Tempate, within a 5-minute drive of Penca Beach and Playa Prieta. It is approximately 2.8 miles from Danta Beach and 3.2 miles from Flamingo Beach.

Does the hotel have a swimming pool?

Yes, the hotel features an outdoor pool, which is operational from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. The pool is seasonal.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age, which should be confirmed with the hotel.

Bahia Esmeralda Boutique Hotel & Villas

What guests think

Across reviews, Bahia Esmeralda Boutique Hotel & Villas is praised for friendly staff, leafy gardens with a pleasant pool, and a convenient setting near Potrero’s beaches and eateries, creating a calm, good‑value base for exploring the area.

Guests consistently note clean rooms and well‑kept common areas, with housekeeping responsive to requests. Drawbacks include small or basic rooms without fridges, occasional traffic or event noise, and a bar that is often closed alongside a breakfast many find modest. Overall, it suits travelers seeking simplicity and beach access over extensive amenities.

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Facilities

Lush gardens and a small but pleasant pool are recurring highlights. Several reviews note the bar is closed or not operating, so on-site drink options are limited.

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Ramona

1 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I had high hopes for this property, but it was very average. The bar was completely closed, no refrigerator in the rooms and the breakfasts were marginal. We won't be returning.

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Laura

26 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable stay. Rooms were clean and the pool was fantastic. Walking distance to some nice beaches and some pretty decent restaurants so it was okay for us not having a vehicle. We were only there for one night in transit but the town seems really cute. The person who checked us in was very informative.

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Diego

7 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice place nice garden.

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Matthew

18 Mar 2023

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Stayed 7 nights

What a great experience! Very relaxing, super friendly staff. Lots of filtered water and Wifi available. The pool was kinda small but still nice. And you can definitely have an adventure if you walk out into the streets. I would stay at Bahia Esmeralda again.

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Martine

8 Mar 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Nous avons fait un séjour merveilleux à la villa. La piscine, les arbres, les fleurs, tout était féerique! Nous recommandons à 💯.

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Walter

17 Feb 2024

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Stayed 9 nights

We loved the landscaping and the very clean pool. Our room was made up each time we asked; very nice. We wish there were hammocks, pepper at breakfast, a bar. The cats are special

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elizabeth

11 May 2023

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Stayed 9 nights

The courtyard gardens were maintained and fit the need for privacy and enhanced the living spaces. The apartments were clean and simple. Basic living with amenities if wanted. The area local not tourist but close to basic needs. Staff was amazing

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Donald

9 Jan 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Staff and service were excellent with everything. Very clean and well maintained. Quiet. Nice typical breakfast, if not much variety. Dining area has a nice new bar but it was never open. Would have been nice to have a place to sit and have a drink. Car is needed. Las Brisas was only walkable dining option, great local place. Good thing we liked it.

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Olger

8 Nov 2022

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Atención y limpieza. Hermosas zonas verdes y piscina

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Rebecca

24 Feb 2026

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Stayed 5 nights

Lovely hotel with rooms situated around a centrll garden and pool. Extremely kind staff.

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Cleanliness

Reviews frequently praise very clean rooms and well-kept grounds. Housekeeping is responsive, with daily service and quick towel or supply refills.

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Gregory

25 Dec 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The classic villa was exactly what we (five adults) needed for our stay in Potrero - clean and spacious. The staff were great and responded quickly to our requests for supply refills, fresh towels, etc. One recommendation I would encourage before placing a reservation is to inquire about weekend activities. We endured a few hours of exceedingly loud karaoke/open mic festivities on Friday evening - not at all what I wanted for vacation, especially with a six-hour drive ahead of us the next day.

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Joselyn

20 Mar 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

It's close to Potrero and Penca beach. It is very clean and room distribution it's excellent to spend for long periods of time. I totally recommend staying at this place.

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Guillermo

18 Jan 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

En el lugar se nos ofrece la limpieza diaria (como parte de la tarifa), se aprovecha la facilidad y me pareció muy bien.

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Jgor

18 Sept 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Hotel molto pulito, personale molto competente e disponibile

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Sylvia

17 Mar 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Within walking distance of 6 beaches. Easy uber access to local attractions. Clean, comfortable and friendly. Grocery store and fresh fruit/ veg market across the street.

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Hugo

20 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean. Appropriate. Great price. Very short distance to Penca beach. Very close to good restaurants.

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Eduardo Rodriguez

4 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Muy buen anfitrión y explicación!! Y las habitaciones muy limpias y confortables.

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Walter

17 Feb 2024

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Stayed 9 nights

We loved the landscaping and the very clean pool. Our room was made up each time we asked; very nice. We wish there were hammocks, pepper at breakfast, a bar. The cats are special

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elizabeth

11 May 2023

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Stayed 9 nights

The courtyard gardens were maintained and fit the need for privacy and enhanced the living spaces. The apartments were clean and simple. Basic living with amenities if wanted. The area local not tourist but close to basic needs. Staff was amazing

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Milagro

4 May 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Limpieza y la piscina excelente

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Rooms

Rooms are simple and can be small, with some units lacking fridges; villas offer more space. Several guests reported road or event noise and firm, smaller beds.

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Gregory

25 Dec 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The classic villa was exactly what we (five adults) needed for our stay in Potrero - clean and spacious. The staff were great and responded quickly to our requests for supply refills, fresh towels, etc. One recommendation I would encourage before placing a reservation is to inquire about weekend activities. We endured a few hours of exceedingly loud karaoke/open mic festivities on Friday evening - not at all what I wanted for vacation, especially with a six-hour drive ahead of us the next day.

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Ramona

1 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I had high hopes for this property, but it was very average. The bar was completely closed, no refrigerator in the rooms and the breakfasts were marginal. We won't be returning.

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Joselyne

25 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Lugar tranquilo, pero se ve mejor en fotos. En las habitaciones hace falta un espejo grande. El personal de la cocina podría mejorar en servicio al cliente.

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Alain-Robert

25 Mar 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Disappointed for the cost per night: very small room with no fridge. No ice available, no restaurant, no safe, no towels for the pool. The breakfast very light, not generous (exemple: only one slice of bread, no jam, etc.) Extremely noisy caused by trucks during the night and morning.

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Richard

15 Aug 2023

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Beautiful property, great location for a chill vacation. Easy walk to sodas, beach, a small super. Room was in great shape, service was friendly. We wanted a relaxed vacation and it was perfect for that. There are a few things that were odd, all very minor but would be easy improvements 1. They had us wear wristbands the whole visit. This was odd - it wasnt a HS spring break trip. I don't like having to wear something making me obviously a tourist for security. We didnt see any other hotels doing this 2 - There were any washcloths. We bought one, but it was odd since towels were provided 3 - Our unit had a small kitchen (well appointed) but it would be nice if they provided some basics - salt, pepper, maybe sugar for coffee. The local supers don't sell super small quantities for travelers.

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John

24 Dec 2022

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Stayed 19,349 nights

The room was very small and difficult to manuver arounbd in.

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Fr

9 Aug 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Personnel, secure parking, location-- all positive Television...nothing in English...not even CNN--negative

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Andreina

2 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We really enjoyed our stay here. Cute hotel. Confortable beds. All we needed to tour around Potrero area. The pizzas were fabulous!

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Federica

19 Feb 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

Our room was very simple but clean. Loved the garden and the location. I would like to go back but will probably look for a bigger room.

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Ward

27 Mar 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

We liked the area, close to stores, restaurants and beaches. A bit noisy due to the road. Beds need to be updated, very firm and small. It’s a great little resort.

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Service

Staff are widely described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, with smooth check-in and attention to requests. A few guests mention strict policies and wristbands affecting the experience.

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Gregory

25 Dec 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The classic villa was exactly what we (five adults) needed for our stay in Potrero - clean and spacious. The staff were great and responded quickly to our requests for supply refills, fresh towels, etc. One recommendation I would encourage before placing a reservation is to inquire about weekend activities. We endured a few hours of exceedingly loud karaoke/open mic festivities on Friday evening - not at all what I wanted for vacation, especially with a six-hour drive ahead of us the next day.

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Laura

26 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable stay. Rooms were clean and the pool was fantastic. Walking distance to some nice beaches and some pretty decent restaurants so it was okay for us not having a vehicle. We were only there for one night in transit but the town seems really cute. The person who checked us in was very informative.

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Christina

16 Apr 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Wonderful stay, staff was very helpful and accommodating!!

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Michael

21 Jan 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff is very friendly! The location is a short distance from the beach, and in the middle of local restaurants. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. This is not a high-end location. The rooms, surroundings and pool are just enough. Practical and reasonable. Not intended for higher-end tastes. Great location and staff to have an understanding of the local community. Feels like a mom-and-pop business. Welcoming.

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Nadine

4 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was friendly and helpful Breakfast was ok

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elizabeth

11 May 2023

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Stayed 9 nights

The courtyard gardens were maintained and fit the need for privacy and enhanced the living spaces. The apartments were clean and simple. Basic living with amenities if wanted. The area local not tourist but close to basic needs. Staff was amazing

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Diego

6 Sept 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

Place was ok. Policies and the training to apply them are unique, no other hotel gives this much emphasis on policy enforcement, and is affecting the experience. Awful service due to the lack of criteria of when something is common sense and when is not.

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robert

14 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice people

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Peter

25 Dec 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

A gem in Potrero, pretty calm area, near lots of sodas to eat in, close walking distance to Potrero Beach. Service impeccable, great staff.

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Rebecca

24 Feb 2026

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Stayed 5 nights

Lovely hotel with rooms situated around a centrll garden and pool. Extremely kind staff.

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Location

Within walking distance of Potrero and nearby beaches, shops, and local eateries for many guests. Some found it a bit isolated or preferred having a car, and road noise was reported by a few.

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Laura

26 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable stay. Rooms were clean and the pool was fantastic. Walking distance to some nice beaches and some pretty decent restaurants so it was okay for us not having a vehicle. We were only there for one night in transit but the town seems really cute. The person who checked us in was very informative.

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Alain-Robert

25 Mar 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Disappointed for the cost per night: very small room with no fridge. No ice available, no restaurant, no safe, no towels for the pool. The breakfast very light, not generous (exemple: only one slice of bread, no jam, etc.) Extremely noisy caused by trucks during the night and morning.

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Richard

15 Aug 2023

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Beautiful property, great location for a chill vacation. Easy walk to sodas, beach, a small super. Room was in great shape, service was friendly. We wanted a relaxed vacation and it was perfect for that. There are a few things that were odd, all very minor but would be easy improvements 1. They had us wear wristbands the whole visit. This was odd - it wasnt a HS spring break trip. I don't like having to wear something making me obviously a tourist for security. We didnt see any other hotels doing this 2 - There were any washcloths. We bought one, but it was odd since towels were provided 3 - Our unit had a small kitchen (well appointed) but it would be nice if they provided some basics - salt, pepper, maybe sugar for coffee. The local supers don't sell super small quantities for travelers.

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MARY

21 Feb 2023

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Stayed 10 nights

Rey nice accomodations and property. Pool area was nice too. Just a little to isolated for my liking. A golf cart or vehicle is recommended.

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Sylvia

17 Mar 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Within walking distance of 6 beaches. Easy uber access to local attractions. Clean, comfortable and friendly. Grocery store and fresh fruit/ veg market across the street.

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Michael

21 Jan 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff is very friendly! The location is a short distance from the beach, and in the middle of local restaurants. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. This is not a high-end location. The rooms, surroundings and pool are just enough. Practical and reasonable. Not intended for higher-end tastes. Great location and staff to have an understanding of the local community. Feels like a mom-and-pop business. Welcoming.

10

Hugo

20 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean. Appropriate. Great price. Very short distance to Penca beach. Very close to good restaurants.

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Donald

9 Jan 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Staff and service were excellent with everything. Very clean and well maintained. Quiet. Nice typical breakfast, if not much variety. Dining area has a nice new bar but it was never open. Would have been nice to have a place to sit and have a drink. Car is needed. Las Brisas was only walkable dining option, great local place. Good thing we liked it.

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Ward

27 Mar 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

We liked the area, close to stores, restaurants and beaches. A bit noisy due to the road. Beds need to be updated, very firm and small. It’s a great little resort.

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Peter

25 Dec 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

A gem in Potrero, pretty calm area, near lots of sodas to eat in, close walking distance to Potrero Beach. Service impeccable, great staff.

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Dining

Breakfast quality and variety are often described as modest to below average. Multiple reviews mention the bar being closed or never open, though one guest enjoyed pizzas during their stay.

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Ramona

1 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I had high hopes for this property, but it was very average. The bar was completely closed, no refrigerator in the rooms and the breakfasts were marginal. We won't be returning.

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Alain-Robert

25 Mar 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Disappointed for the cost per night: very small room with no fridge. No ice available, no restaurant, no safe, no towels for the pool. The breakfast very light, not generous (exemple: only one slice of bread, no jam, etc.) Extremely noisy caused by trucks during the night and morning.

8

Richard

15 Aug 2023

·

Beautiful property, great location for a chill vacation. Easy walk to sodas, beach, a small super. Room was in great shape, service was friendly. We wanted a relaxed vacation and it was perfect for that. There are a few things that were odd, all very minor but would be easy improvements 1. They had us wear wristbands the whole visit. This was odd - it wasnt a HS spring break trip. I don't like having to wear something making me obviously a tourist for security. We didnt see any other hotels doing this 2 - There were any washcloths. We bought one, but it was odd since towels were provided 3 - Our unit had a small kitchen (well appointed) but it would be nice if they provided some basics - salt, pepper, maybe sugar for coffee. The local supers don't sell super small quantities for travelers.

10

Andreina

2 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We really enjoyed our stay here. Cute hotel. Confortable beds. All we needed to tour around Potrero area. The pizzas were fabulous!

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Nadine

4 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was friendly and helpful Breakfast was ok

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Walter

17 Feb 2024

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Stayed 9 nights

We loved the landscaping and the very clean pool. Our room was made up each time we asked; very nice. We wish there were hammocks, pepper at breakfast, a bar. The cats are special

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Donald

9 Jan 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Staff and service were excellent with everything. Very clean and well maintained. Quiet. Nice typical breakfast, if not much variety. Dining area has a nice new bar but it was never open. Would have been nice to have a place to sit and have a drink. Car is needed. Las Brisas was only walkable dining option, great local place. Good thing we liked it.

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Anthony

20 Mar 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

Simple and quiet setting. A little bit too basic, but acceptable. The breakfast isn't great, better buy groceries in a local tienda and cook something simple yourself. The best beach in the area is in Flamingo by Margaritaville

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Bahia Esmeralda Boutique Hotel & Villas

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Family Villa, Garden View

Family Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Pool View

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Pool View

Deluxe Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Pool View

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Ensuite

Premium Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Tower

Premium Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Ground Floor

Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

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Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Garden View

Basic Double Room

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