Apartotel Gaviotas

2.5 star property
Hotel near Jaco Beach in Jaco

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5 outdoor pools
Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Refrigerator & Microwave
Beach nearby, black sand, beach shuttle, 5 beach bars
Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen | View from room
Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen | Private kitchen

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
75 Este de La Pops, Jaco, Puntarenas
  • Neo Fauna
    3 min walk
  • Teatro Jaco
    7 min walk
  • Jacó Walk Shopping Center
    8 min walk
  • Tambor (TMU)
    270 min drive

Room options

Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Large Twin Sofa Beds

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Jaco

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

What's nearby

  • Neo Fauna - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Jacó Walk Shopping Center - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Jaco Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Rainforest Adventures Costa Rica Pacific Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Marina Los Sueños - 14 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 85 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 Jaco Beach in Jaco
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 Jaco 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

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 5 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • 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
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

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.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Double sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

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

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 Jaco
Apartotel Gaviotas Hotel
Apartotel Gaviotas Hotel Jaco

Apartotel Gaviotas Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 25 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

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

2/10 Terrible

Edward

Travelled 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 traveller
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 traveller

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 traveller

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 traveller

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 traveller

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

kenneth

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Guylaine

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Un lugar muy cómodo
Excelente, mucha comodidad a parte que la ubicación le ayuda a uno a tener todo a la mano.