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Bahia Esmeralda

2.0 star property
Hotel near Penca Beach in Tempate

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Beach nearby, white sand, 2 beach bars
Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Garden View | Exterior
Family Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes
Classic Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette, Garden View | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Garden View | Bathroom | Shower, towels, soap, shampoo
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • BarBarBar
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the neighborhood

Map
100 metros Este de la Plaza Deportiva, Tempate, Guanacaste, 50308
  • Popular LocationPenca Beach12 min walk
  • Popular LocationPlaya Potrero13 min walk
  • Popular LocationPlaya Prieta3 min drive
  • AirportLiberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)63 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Economy Double Room

Economy Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Economy Double Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Ensuite

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Ensuite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Ensuite

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Garden View

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Garden View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Garden View

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Quadruple Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Economy Quadruple Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Garden View

Standard Studio, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Garden View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Standard Studio, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Garden View

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette, Garden View

Classic Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette, Garden View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Classic Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette, Garden View

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

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Deluxe Villa | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Deluxe Villa

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Garden View

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Garden View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Garden View

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden View

Family Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Family Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden View

  • 969 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Trundle Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Potrero

Oceanside stay.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Penca Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Playa Prieta with a stay here. Also, Danta Beach is within 3 miles (5 km) and Flamingo Beach is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Penca Beach - 12 min walk
  • Playa Potrero - 13 min walk
  • Playa Prieta - 3 min drive
  • Flamingo Beach - 8 min drive
  • Danta Beach - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • Coco Loco Bar & Restaurant - 10 min drive
  • Patagonia del Mar - 10 min drive
  • Angelina's - 8 min drive
  • Hemingway's - 19 min walk
  • Las Brisas - 7 min walk

About this property

Bahia Esmeralda

Hotel near Penca Beach in Tempate
As a guest of Bahia Esmeralda, you'll find an outdoor pool, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 beach bars. Bahia Esmeralda also features a garden, concierge services, and express check-out. Self parking is free.

This Tempate hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars on the beach
  • Built in 1996
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Bahia Esmeralda offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested.

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 beach bars

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor 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
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Bahia Esmeralda

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:

  • Breakage deposit: CRC 62000 per stay

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 credit card or 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 major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card 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 major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Eurocard, debit cards, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
    For guests' safety, the property includes window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Bahia Esmeralda Aparthotel
Bahia Esmeralda Aparthotel Potrero
Bahia Esmeralda Potrero
Bahia Esmeralda Costa Rica/Playa Potrero
Bahia Esmeralda Santa Cruz
Bahia Esmeralda Hotel Potrero
Bahia Esmeralda Hotel
Bahia Esmeralda Hotel
Bahia Esmeralda Tempate
Bahia Esmeralda Hotel Tempate

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bahia Esmeralda to the airport?

Bahia Esmeralda is 14.1 mi (36-min drive) away from the Tamarindo (TNO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bahia Esmeralda?

As of May 11, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bahia Esmeralda on May 23, 2024 start from $88.48, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Bahia Esmeralda have an airport shuttle?

Bahia Esmeralda offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Bahia Esmeralda to the beach?

This hotel is a short 12-minute walk from Penca Beach and 13-minute walk from Playa Potrero. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Bahia Esmeralda offer free breakfast?

Bahia Esmeralda does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bahia Esmeralda?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but El Coco Casino (8.2 mi) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Bahia Esmeralda?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

Is there free parking at Bahia Esmeralda?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Bahia Esmeralda have a pool?

Bahia Esmeralda features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Does Bahia Esmeralda have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Bahia Esmeralda to downtown Tempate?

Bahia Esmeralda is 0.3 mi away from Potrero.

Bahia Esmeralda Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 114 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 114 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 114 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 114 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 114 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice
Very nice place to stay, really enjoyed it.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

David Gonzalez

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Terrible Experience at Bahia “Hormigas”
I normally don’t write negative reviews but … you couldn’t pay me to stay at Bahia Esmeralda ever again. Should be called Bahia Pura Hormigas. Property looks nice in the pictures but unfortunately we couldn’t wait to leave this place. Terrible customer service. Terrible breakfast. Terrible insect problem. Terrible beds. Needs a lot of maintenance. Our room was full of bugs; particularly a ridiculous amount of large ants to the point where we didn’t feel comfortable sleeping under the covers or leaving our clothes out of our suitcases. And the beds were very uncomfortable and mattress was super thin. I could’ve dealt with the insects if the rest was good but it wasn’t. My family is from CR so I get that it’s a rainforest and can deal with some critters, but it was that bad. On top of it all the management was incredibly rude to my family, including my senior mom and gave us a hard time for the silliest things. We even got scolded for having my brother drop us off and assist my mom to the room while we carried stuff. And, after commenting on the treatment received, we were approached and confronted by staff. Super unprofessional and uncomfortable. The only positive was outside the rooms where the pool is is nice but we didn’t even use the pool during our 3 night stay because we avoided the hotel as much as possible. Do yourself a favor and pay a little extra to stay elsewhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Donald, Boulder

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo Rodriguez

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy buen anfitrión y explicación!! Y las habitaciones muy limpias y confortables.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.

10/10 Excellent

Hugo

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Appropriate. Great price. Very short distance to Penca beach. Very close to good restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023