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The Backyard Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Superior Suite | Terrace/patio
Superior Suite
Exterior
On the beach, black sand, beach towels, beach volleyball
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is €117
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr

Room options

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Superior Suite

Superior Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 4 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • 2 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Pool View

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Standard Room (Near Parking, No View)

Standard Room (Near Parking, No View)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
Playa Hermosa, Jacó, Puntarenas, 4023

What's nearby

  • Hermosa Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • El Miro - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Rainforest Adventures Costa Rica Pacific Park - 9 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Jacó Beach - 10 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Marina Los Sueños - 21 min drive - 16.4 km

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 104 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Point - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪PuddleFish Brewery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Morales House - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Vida Hermosa - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hola India Restaurant - ‬9 min drive

About this property

The Backyard Hotel

Hotel near a boardwalk
At The Backyard Hotel, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden and a playground. With amenities such as a black sand beach and beach volleyball, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), a front desk safe and tour/ticket information
  • Luggage storage, concierge services and laundry services
  • Beach towels
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Backyard Hotel offer thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, balconies and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

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 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 20 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 130 per vehicle (one way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 130
  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Backyard Hotel
Backyard Hotel Jaco
Backyard Jaco
Hotel Backyard
The Backyard Hotel Jacó
The Backyard Hotel Hotel
The Backyard Hotel Hotel Jacó

Frequently asked questions

Does The Backyard Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Backyard Hotel?

As of 5 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Backyard Hotel on 6 Apr 2025 start from €116.85, including 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.

Is The Backyard Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What time is check-in at The Backyard Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Backyard Hotel?

Checkout is at noon.

Does The Backyard Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 130 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Backyard Hotel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Jacó hotel is steps from Hermosa Beach and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from El Miro. Jacó Beach and Rainforest Adventures Costa Rica Pacific Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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The Backyard Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 186 out of 272 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 272 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 272 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 272 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 272 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Great staff and pool easy walk to wonderful restaurants! Will visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Right on a beautiful beach, friendly and helpful staff, spacious room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garret

Great staff and service. Location great too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenjoany

Nice property right on the ocean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Beautiful hotel and location, accommodating staff, nice sized rooms and amazing location. Could use some updating. Will stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Marlene

The people were friendly but we did have many ants in our room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie L

Beautiful beachfront hotel with wonderful ocean view from our room. Just a few steps from the beach and is pet friendly. Vida Hermosa just a short walk and had excellent food and is dog friendly also. Staff was very pleasant and even helped with our luggage.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Nice location along Playa Hermosa, which has black sands and great waves for surfing. Nice pool for swimming - the beach itself is not a good swimming or snorkeling spot due to the strong waves, so pool access was great. Beautiful sunsets!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kiersten

For the location it was great, especially with watching all the surfing. It’s right off the road. Our room was pointing towards the road so it made it really noisy. Right next to restaurants and could walk to them easily.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Great location and secure ! Staff was very helpful and the ocean view and pool was awesome. Rooms were clean and cold AC. We will be booking again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elisa

This hotel has only 8 rooms, immaculate grounds (gates and shrubbery separate the bordering properties so it’s very secluded), a stones throw from the ocean, a staff that goes over and beyond to make sure you enjoy your stay. They arranged our massages, horseback ride on the beach and gave great advice on the best places to eat. We stayed in the upstairs oceanfront 2 bedroom suite. It had a wide “L” shaped balcony 25’ facing the ocean and about 20’ facing the pool with table, chairs and sofa. This is definitely our “GO TO” resort every year!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean, but right on the highway and the walls are very thin, no restaurant or anything available, but right on the beach, so great for surfing. Just a bare- bones kinda place. Ok for one night, but if I owned the place I would sound-proof the walls more. Don’t recommend the room we had, 205, upstairs facing the highway. I would think for that price they would give us a better room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Nice spot
Friendly and helpful staff, helped us get reservations at the Manuel Antonio Park when we were having trouble with the site. Right off the beach enjoyed watching the surfers. Walk done the beach to several nice restaurants. Pleasant view from balcony with comfortable chairs.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARY Ruth

WE loved the Backyard Hotel. We wanted a beachfront hotel that had local flavor and that is exactly what it was.We could just sit on the balcony and watch the waves. Just a few steps down and you were on the beach.It was peaceful and quiet and away from all the noise and crowds. The staff were always very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Esteban

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Excellent small hotel which the excellent staff made our stay feel like home. Great restaurants next door, clean property, beach access and 10min from Jaco.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jafeth

Very comfy and tranquil easy access with a ocean view. It felt very secure. The beds were big and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Julie

DO NOT STAY IN ROOM 205!!! THE HOTEL IS LOCATED ON THE HWY AND ROOM 205 IS THE NOISE BUFFER FOR THE ENTIRE PROPERTY. TRUCKS WERE ENGINE BRAKING ALL NIGHT LONG. MOTORCYCLES SCREAMING BY ALL NIGHT LONG. IT WAS NOT A VACATION. IF YOU ARE MAKING A RESERVATION, CONFIRM WITH THE HOTEL YOU ARE NOT STAYING IN ROOM 205. I CONTACTED THE MANAGER AND THEY DID NOT REPLY. THEY DO NOT CARE. Otherwise as long as you’re ok with hanging out with large iguanas and python snakes, you should be fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Beautiful big wave beach and lovely clean place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey

Great Beach Hotel
Great hotel with awesome location. Staff is very helpful and the beachfront pool area is really nice. We will be back again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Scott

Good Place in Playa Hermosa
This is a great place to stay. Nice grounds, access to the beach, and comfortable rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

mark

Great beach!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madolynne

The staff at the welcome desk were very friendly and helpful. The property is beautiful and right off the beach where you can walk along the water to find a good meal or drink to watch the surfers. The rooms are well maintained and the ocean waves are heard from the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Beautiful beach! Amazing sunsets!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn, Gatineau

Excellent location for Beach access and surrounding restaurants, clean and quiet and far away from downtown Jaco to reduce the noise from a busy beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023