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Apartotel Gaviotas

2.5 star property
Hotel near Jacó Beach in Jacó

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Relax by the pool surrounded by lush greenery and a covered patio.
Enjoy a serene beach experience surrounded by palm trees and a distant hill.
Relax in a serene outdoor space with a metal railing, two benches, and a peaceful atmosphere.
Enjoy a peaceful retreat with a comfortable bed and a view of lush greenery through the large window.
Relax in a serene outdoor space surrounded by lush greenery and a beautifully tiled floor.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
75 Este de La Pops, Jacó, Puntarenas
  • Jacó Walk Shopping Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Jacó Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Marina Los Sueños
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Tambor (TMU)

Room options

View all photos for Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Large Twin Sofa Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Refrigerator & Microwave | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Jacó

Walk to the beach.At this hotel, you'll be steps from Neo Fauna and within a 10-minute walk of Teatro Jacó. Also, Jacó Walk Shopping Center is within half a mile (1 km) and Jacó Beach is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Jacó Walk Shopping Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Jacó Beach - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Rainforest Adventures Jaco - 11 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Herradura Beach - 16 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Marina Los Sueños - 17 min drive - 5.9 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪XTC - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mary's Diner - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Green Room - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Koko Gastro Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Public House - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Apartotel Gaviotas

Hotel near Jacó Beach in Jacó
Apartotel Gaviotas offers its guests 5 outdoor swimming pools and a children's pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 5 beach bars. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at Apartotel Gaviotas.

This Jacó hotel is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 5 bars on the beach
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
Apartotel Gaviotas offers 15 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Accommodations are furnished with double sofa beds. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 5 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • 5 beach bars

Things to do

  • 5 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Double sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Weight limit: 33 lbs per pet

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash. Long-term renters welcome.
    Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Property is also known as

Apartotel Gaviotas Aparthotel Jaco
Apartotel Gaviotas Aparthotel
Apartotel Gaviotas Jaco
Apartotel Gaviotas
Apartotel Gaviotas Costa Rica/Jaco
Apartotel Gaviotas Jacó
Apartotel Gaviotas Hotel
Apartotel Gaviotas Hotel Jacó

Frequently asked questions

How close is Apartotel Gaviotas to the airport?

Apartotel Gaviotas is 71.1 mi (200-min drive) away from the Tambor (TMU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Apartotel Gaviotas have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Apartotel Gaviotas.

How close is Apartotel Gaviotas to the beach?

This hotel is 1.1 mi (6-min drive) from Jacó Beach and 4.1 mi (9-min drive) from Hermosa Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Apartotel Gaviotas offer free breakfast?

Apartotel Gaviotas does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Apartotel Gaviotas?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Apartotel Gaviotas?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Apartotel Gaviotas?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Apartotel Gaviotas have a pool?

Apartotel Gaviotas features 5 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Does Apartotel Gaviotas have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Apartotel Gaviotas to downtown Jacó?

Apartotel Gaviotas is 0.1 mi away from Jacó.

Apartotel Gaviotas Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 28 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great location

Budget hotel close to everything limited hot water
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Isaac

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Used and abused!

Grateful we were able to snag a couple rooms last minute as our flight out of CR was delayed. No hot water or shower heads. Beds were in rough shape. If I was 21 and traveling, I would have been stoked! But as an adult with teens, we made the best of it!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is an older property in need of some minor repairs. Everything was in working order and AC worked very well which was nice since it was hot. Friendly and helpful staff onsite. I would go again for a short trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Alberto, Escazu

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Estaba participando en un rally que termina a en Jaco, yo me hospedé en este hotel y al siguiente día llegaba otro participante del rally a desayunar y nos íbamos juntos al lugar de salida del día 2. El señor que estaba ese día nos dijo que la otra persona no podía entrar, que por política del hotel, lo cual arruinó la excelente experiencia que había tenido el día anterior con el parqueo, personal en ese momento, etc.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

jay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I stayed at this place in March 2024. My unit had a meeting area, a Bdrm with two double beds, closet, a private bath, and a small private backyard, plus AC & paid abt $30/night which was great. However, this unit needed some minor repairs. For ex., shower missed shower-head, or the front door had to be pulled in hard to lock. But I still recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Charles

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

francisco s

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel was very accomadting of our Teo dogs. The room had only one towel and fan in living area not working. With a little sprucing up of the rooms this hotel could really be a little gem In a gray location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Ronald

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I enjoyed the pool!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

2/10 Terrible

Edward

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Terrible hotel, avoid booking here!

Terrible hotel. How does Hotel.com charged $187 per night, while this hotel only asks for $60 per night? No towel in the room, no blanket, very dirty beds, the room smells. It scared my daughter and she refused to stay in that hotel. There are many better options around this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its was ok
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A true bargain in the heart of Jaco!

The staff is very friendly and always smiling! The location is great, less than a 5 minute walk and your feet will be in the warm ocean. Its located directly in the middle of the main strip of jaco. The grocery store is less than 2 minutes walking. The building is very secure, as is the parking lot. You will feel very safe here. The kitchen is equipped well, a good size refrigerator (not a mini fridge like most hotels), a 2 burner stove, microwave, and eating space. The front foyer room is comfortable for having a guest over. 2 small couches that can work as a bed for kids. The pool is very clean and has nice landscaping around it. I have stayed here 3 times and look forward to my fourth! I have stayed in 3 other hotels in jaco, and this on is the best....BY FAR!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sub Par and Lacking

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The apartment had good A/C which we needed and a very nice smallish pool. We managed to prepare most of our meals with only a fry pan and large pot. Everyone was friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place, great price, and extremely friendly staff. Jackie is great!!! Nice pool, secure grounds and parking. Steps to the beach and nightlife!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!

Great location, close to everything in Jaco. Short walk to the beach, Cocal Casino one block.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
the staff was very friendly and nice, helped me set up the room and a/c and make sure i was comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

“Apartotel Gaviotas met my expectations"

Before I left Alaska finding in Jaco, an affordable low key apartment/hotel with kitchen and swimming pool such as the Apartotel Gaviotas secure with a friendly trustworthy staff and is only about a 5 minute safe walk to the beach to enjoy the nightly sunset, was a feat in itself. Therefore, for you out there, the homework is already done. I give Apartotel Gaviotas a 5 star rating, not because it’s a 5 star hotel, it’s because “it met my expectations and beyond”. In the 7 days I spent there, Apartotel Gaviotas far exceeded my expectations by the private intimate atmosphere created by staff members that made me feel relaxed and comfortable. On Valentine’s Day, flowers and treats from the English speaking manager, personally herself at my door, I was impressed!! Coming from Alaska in the middle of the winter, the most exciting pleasure that I enjoyed was the closeness of the swimming pool right outside my door for my daily swim in the beautiful morning warm sunshine. A shower person I am the hot water spray was strong and plentiful. Bed was comfortable and I slept well each evening because it is a quiet place. To get to Jaco, I flew in on Alaska Airlines to San Jose, overnighted, than took EasyRide shuttle direct to Apartotel Gaviotas. In my stay I found tha

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

good location, great room

I spent 3 days in Jaco and was very pleased with almost everything about this hotel. The room was a great value for the price with the inclusion of a kitchen and living room in addition to the bedroom. If I had one complaint it would be that housekeeping never visited the room while I was there. I would most certainly stay here again if I was visiting Jaco and wanted a place to stay that it close to the nightlife that Jaco offers, but not filled with drunken tourists.

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Pia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy bonito, en una ubicación ideal, personal muy amable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria Pia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfecto en todo
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

kenneth

Stayed 1 night in May 2023