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Hotel South Beach

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel near Jacó Beach

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Beach bar
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Beach/ocean view
Fountain
BBQ/picnic area

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar

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, Rainforest Adventures Jaco
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tambor (TMU)

Room options

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

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(45 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(40 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

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 - 0.2 km
  • Jacó Walk Shopping Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Rainforest Adventures Jaco - 13 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Herradura Beach - 18 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Marina Los Sueños - 19 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hola India Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Soda Marea Alta - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪PuddleFish Brewery - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mahi Mahi Chill Out Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪El Point - ‬12 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: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

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)

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

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Hotel South Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 428 out of 791 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 219 out of 791 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 791 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 791 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 791 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michele, Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed the location of Hotel South Beach as the beach itself was less rocky then going south or north. There is a surfing school right on the beach front and the staff at the school was so amazing. The staff at the hotel were extremely kind, fun and always pleasant. The rooms are basic, but that is all I needed in this wonderful environment. It is walking distance to the down town, El Miro hike and the famous Jaco sign...I even extended my holiday!! Thank you to Hotel South Beach staff for making my trip so memorable!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Chaim

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was very beautiful and offered a lot to do at the resort. The food was amazing, and the staff were very friendly and hospitable. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wish I remembered the bartenders names he was hilarious and very personable. The breakfast is great, the beach and pool are really nice too
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trisha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was wonderful and the property was beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Inayat, Houston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property. Fantastic staff. I would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Theresa

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived. It felt slightly unsafe upon arrival but I do not know the area well like other parts of Costa Rica. The check-in area wasn't clean. Myself and my two boys, 12 and 15, and I had a bit of a disturbing feeling, and I decided it would be ok for one night. We checked in, got our keys, went directly to our room, and when we opened the door it smelled like mold. I kept telling myself this is ok. We are only here one night and we can play on the beach in the morning. We then opened the bathroom door, and there were giant roaches. Not one or two but everywhere in the bathroom. I stepped on a few before they ran into the main room and then slammed the door. They were built with armor. They were 1.5 inches long and took a big stomp to kill. Ugh I do not like killing things. Anyway, I kindly spoke to management about the roaches. I said I can not stay here due to the number of roaches. He first said This is the tropics. I said I understand we have been in Costa Rica for 9 days, but we have never experienced roaches at stays & not the numbers and size of these. He told the woman manager (she did not speak English). He interpreted for us to contact Expedia for a refund, and they will honor it. Expedia has attempted to negotiate with the hotel five time they will not honor the refund. I did not expect perfection from this place, but I do believe that cleanliness is a fundamental element that everyone deserves in a hotel stay, & if it is not there, a refund should be honored.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Shayla

Travelled with partner
Complimentary Breakfast is amazing!!! Older style hotel in terms of designing, but being right on the beach and having a balcony makes up for it. Centrally located so you can walk to downtown and explore the heart of Jaco. Also, we found that it was very helpful to stay at a hotel where most excursion were aware of the location. All of the excursions we booked offered complimentary pick up and drop off with bookings because it is a known area and hotel. Would 100% stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregg

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Amanda, at the front desk, was super!! Had a couple issues during check-in but she took care of us! The property was nice, the breakfasts were good.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

alex

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a good experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was nice and courteous, it has a cozy restaurant and bar, pool, it is at the beach, the room was nice and clean. If you like surfing and the beach life, you will enjoy this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Pool area was in good condition. No beach chairs on the beach. All chairs were in the shade. They did have surfboard rentals available. Overall, location was OK nothing to brag home about.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Trenton

Disliked: Staff & service
I have stayed in this hotel at least 10 times in the last few years and there’s one guy that works at the front desk named Joshua. Over the years he’s been sort of cold towards me and kind of rude, but this is probably the last time I’m gonna be staying here because he has really shown that he should not be working the front desk. He is very rude, not helpful with zero customer service skills. Just like today I asked the ladies not to clean my room, but to please leave coffee in the room for me to have coffee the next morning. He tells me that they don’t put coffee in the room every day that they only put it there the first day that you’re there as a welcome, which is not true. They’ve always put coffee in my room every single day when they clean my room. He just does not want to give me the coffee. It’s ridiculous. He acts like it’s gold. And every time you walk into the office, he acts if you’re bothering him. I know they changed management, but he is still there. Everyone at the hotel is fantastic at the bar and restaurant and the cleaning staff, but he is the bad apple. And it’s sad because he is at the front desk in the first person you see when you check into the hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

rosario

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Lauren

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We would not stay here again. There were people partying and yelling until 8am and paper-thin walls so no one got any sleep. The beds were rock hard and no blankets were provided. The staff was nice enough and the breakfast was ok. The pool area is very nice however walking around the property was slippery and dangerous because of the mildew on the tiles everywhere. We left two days early in search for a better place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brad

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Was a little weary for this trip after reading some negative reviews. Sure the place is rundown. But its still got a good vibe; staff was friendly and the location is beautiful. Beachfront is just .. wow.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property has a beautiful location right on the beach!! the pool is perfect. We loved our stay very much, we recommend rooms 14, 15...those in the back facing the pool that is right next to the bar, which is on the other side of the beach. You can't beat it!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Alexander John

Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

SAMIRAN

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was next to the beach..the owner of the property and staff were nuce and helpful.Pleasant experience
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Shanthi

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location is the best. Rest are not so good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025