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The Backyard Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel with outdoor pool

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Standard Room (Near Parking, No View) | Terrace/patio
Deluxe Room
Superior Suite
Exterior
On the beach, black sand, beach towels, beach volleyball

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Playa Hermosa, Jacó, Puntarenas, 4023
  • Hermosa Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Rainforest Adventures Costa Rica Pacific Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Jacó Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Tambor (TMU)
    ‪206 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Suite

Superior Suite

  • Ocean view
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

  • Partial sea view
  • 2 sq m
  • 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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Standard Room (Near Parking, No View)

Standard Room (Near Parking, No View)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Jacó

On the beach.At this Jacó hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Hermosa Beach and 3 miles (5 km) of El Miro. Jacó Beach and Jacó Walk Shopping Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 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

3-star beachfront hotel with outdoor pool
The Backyard Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle during limited hours and an area shuttle are available for a fee. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at The Backyard Hotel.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Jacó hotel.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Backyard Hotel offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and espresso makers. Rooms open to balconies. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip 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

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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 available
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

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: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 44 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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.

  • 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

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, 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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 accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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The Backyard Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 189 out of 275 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 275 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 275 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 275 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 275 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

JON

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very nice. Staff barely made eye contact and very little to say.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

KIM, Delaware

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Our door broke our first night.. we had to leave the door unlocked for our first evening.. but security was good and the problem was resolved the next day.. staff was friendly and room was clean! Nothing fancy but we wanted to be directly on the beach!

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARY Ruth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Terri

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

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

Stephanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We absolutely loved our stay here. The room, swimming pool and grounds were clean and well maintained. The front desk employees were fantastic and went above and beyond to provide any assistance needed. They offered up dining recommendations and helped book tours. The location is walking distance to multiple good restaurants and you can walk the beach to get to some of them. The beach was a short distance from the rooms. The town of Jaco and supermarkets to buy groceries were a short drive. Two things we would have appreciated; less ants outside and inside and a microwave. Aside from that we had a wonderful stay!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jafeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Will

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

stephany

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is truly a nice getaway oasis. The rooms are nicely arranged and clean. Really relaxing swimming pool. Some decent restaurants nearby and Jaco is a short taxi ride away for more shopping stores. The best is staff. They are a very dedicated staff. Shout out to Chelsea for handling some changes to my reservation by phone. She made it easy. Oh, lastly, the view is amazing and if you surf you are going to be very happy.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sonia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful place. All the pictures represent how beautiful the grounds are. Staff are constantly cleaning the property outside and are friendly. Beautiful beach. The waves were sometimes 12 foot. It is not good for swimming due to riptides. However the water is warm and I would wade up to my thighs. The hotel is about 5-6 miles from Jaco. I chose this hotel because I wanted someplace quiet. Now that being said, there is noise from highway 34 competing with the sound of crashing waves. It didn’t bother us. There are three restaurants about 30 yards away with good food. The hotel owner told me about a small rainforest park named “The Rainmaker “. It was about an hour away and featured hanging brides and pools at the bottom of waterfalls. Self guided it took us about an hour and a half to complete. Pura Vida!
Hotel from the beach.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Tai

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

I would not recy

Hotel had cockroaches and ants all over the place. I was afraid to put my personal belongings anywhere.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen, Castle Rock

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

liran

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Esteban

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room had absolutely amazing views and was very clean and comfortable with good air conditioning. We were in one of the beach view rooms with a large patio and extra bedroom. The property was very quiet. I couldn't hear the noise from the road behind, only the ocean waves. The pool was clean and surrounded by lovely landscaping. The nearby restaurants and bars had a relaxed vibe and plenty of food options. We enjoyed walking down the beach for breakfast and other meals. The scenery was stunning. I highly recommend it, especially if you want a quieter beach than you'll find in Jaco.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful place. All the pictures represent how beautiful the grounds are. Staff are constantly cleaning the property outside and are friendly. Beautiful beach. The waves were sometimes 12 foot. It is not good for swimming due to riptides. However the water is warm and I would wade up to my thighs. The hotel is about 5-6 miles from Jaco. I chose this hotel because I wanted someplace quiet. Now that being said, there is noise from highway 34 competing with the sound of crashing waves. It didn’t bother us. There are three restaurants about 30 yards away with good food. The hotel owner told me about a small rainforest park named “The Rainmaker “. It was about an hour away and featured hanging brides and pools at the bottom of waterfalls. Self guided it took us about an hour and a half to complete. Pura Vida!
Hotel from the beach.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

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

Nice and Easy!

Perfect quick getaway. Room was clean, pool was relaxing, steps from the beach, and the staff were incredible! Chelsea can help you with whatever you need!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Joe

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
We came here because of the advertising for surfing beach. However when we arrived there was a permanent sign on the gate going to the beach with no swimming. Turns out this is for expert surfers. Not for family's. Morning staff not friendly. Had to bring a broken coffee maker to front desk because my machine was broke and she gave me another broken one. Then blamed it on me and walked me back to room to only discover it was broken. No apology. This place would be excellent for professional surfers.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Kyoko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Travelled with partner
Beautiful beach! Amazing sunsets!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
gated parking two restaurants next door for lunch and dinner 15 minutes to jaco downtown nice pool oceanfront
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024