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Hotel South Beach

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel near Jacó Beach

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Lake
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine
Meeting facility
Aerial view

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Calle Moreno, Jacó, Puntarenas
  • Place, Jacó Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Jacó Walk Shopping Center
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Neo Fauna
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tambor (TMU)

Room options

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Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View, Garden Area | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View, Garden Area

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(54 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View, Poolside | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View, Poolside

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(46 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Jacó

On the beach.Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Jacó Beach and Jacó Walk Shopping Center. Also, Neo Fauna is within 2 miles (3 km) and Hermosa Beach is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Jacó Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • El Miro - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Jacó Walk Shopping Center - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Neo Fauna - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Teatro Jacó - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 107 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moka Café - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jet Fuel - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Jaco Sabor - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪PuddleFish Brewery - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Rhythmos Café - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Hotel South Beach

3-star beachfront hotel near Jacó Beach
Hotel South Beach offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

You'll find a business center on site. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel South Beach. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Jacó hotel is smoke free.

  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Hotel South Beach offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 8 to 12 for adults and USD 8 to 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 12 for adults, and USD 8 to 12 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 100 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 8)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A 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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

Property is also known as

Hotel South Beach Jaco
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Jaco Hotel South Beach Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel South Beach to the airport?

Hotel South Beach is 71.8 mi (203-min drive) away from the Tambor (TMU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hotel South Beach have an airport shuttle?

Hotel South Beach offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of USD 100 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Hotel South Beach to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel South Beach offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Hotel South Beach, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 8 and 12 for adults, USD 8 and 12 for children. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel South Beach?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel South Beach?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel South Beach?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel South Beach have a pool?

Hotel South Beach features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Hotel South Beach have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hotel South Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel South Beach to downtown Jacó?

Hotel South Beach is 0.8 mi away from Jacó.

Hotel South Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 456 out of 875 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 245 out of 875 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 875 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 875 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 875 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JACOB, Aliso Viejo

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This place was amazing. The staff were great. Traveled with 2 young kids and the staff were very welcoming and friendly. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sergey

Outdated property, old, peeling wall and window paint, horrible ancient furniture, dou
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

robert

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Had a good vacation. My 5th year visit. Staff very friendly and accommodating. All good.
Stayed 17 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was nothing fancy, but the hotel is right at the beach. The pool/beach bar was great! The employees were all very friendly. Surf biard rentals and surf lessons right on the beach at the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo Rodriguez

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great. I was able to walk in town. It took about 15 minutes. Nice beach bar. Free breakfast was Costa Rican breakfast that included beans and rice, plantains, sausage and scrambled eggs. The other option was the American breakfast that included pancakes and fruit. Coffee was amazing!
Waking to room
Where you enter
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Mirania, Santa Rosa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
This is an old hotel that needs improvements, but overall is a good place, next to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Business traveler
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good

Good safe hotel on the beach
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nick

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Two ladies that work in the front desk are very rude. This is not our first time staying in this hotel. We have been here a couple more times but this time will be the last one. Wrong accusation of smoking in the room and as soon as she knocks on the door, we opened she was asking for $100 fine. And this new management this place is not worth to stay a night so I highly recommended you guys to stay away from this place. They some bas rules we were overcharged for an extra guest the manager is very rude Stay away from this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ariss

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Aaron

Traveled with group
If you are looking for just your standard budget friendly place, this place works. Staff was great, food was decent, rooms are basic, beach is nice and pool was good. Just enough outside of town to relax, but not close enough to walk into town.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Hannah

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Hotel South beach is a good hotel in a great location- beach front, about 5 minutes from downtown Jaco, close to El Miro and several excursions such as zip lining, ATVs, etc. Unfortunately, we were hit with some extreme rain from a close by hurricane while staying here, causing the town and our first floor rooms flooded. The staff was so incredible at moving us up swiftly. All of the staff here are so kind, big shout out to the bar tender Efrain who kept us entertained in the rain. For the price of the hotel, the rooms are to be expected. But I would highly highly recommend staying here if you want to go surfing, be one with nature, and be around down to earth people. Pura vida!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Paloma

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Overall great, cleanliness could use some help
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mauren

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Los desayunos terribles y limitados
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

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

Great for beach access

Room was spacious and fairly clean with strong AC and amazing water pressure. The pool was really nice, and we regularly saw beautiful parrots fly overhead while we swam. Staff was lovely once you get past the check-in where they were pretty aggressive about selling tours. Restaurant and bar were great, and the breakfast was perfect for an active day. Unfortunately, their policy is to charge $20/hour for late check out, but when the electricity and water went out 3 hours before our check out leaving us without a shower that day, they offered no compensation or extra time to clean ourselves. Really, the only flaw of this place was the reception staff. Otherwise, lovely place!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Randy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Personnel was efficient, but a few items need to be addressed. Shower had a very slow drain. I ended up having 2” of standing water. Bathroom sink didn’t have much water coming out of spickit I saw 2 spiders in my room. TV didn’t have any stations that was speaking English. I tried to watch Netflix and Utube. Wouldn’t work.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

daniel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The people here are amazing, from the front end to the kitchen, and the surf school on site. Can't wait to return!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ferough

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Over all a good place for the price. Staff at the bar and restaurant are wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Karri

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mimeo

Tony was great when we checked in.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff, on the Beach But would have like someone to carry bags to room
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice people
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025