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The Backyard Hotel

3.0 star property
Travelers unwind at a private oceanfront paradise where attentive staff provide loungers and umbrellas for soaking up every moment of relaxation

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The Backyard Hotel near Jaco Beach features a black sand shoreline and volleyball court. Guests enjoy an outdoor pool with a separate children's pool, a sunny terrace, and practical amenities like dry cleaning and in-room WiFi for a comfortable beach getaway.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Suite

Superior Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Standard Room (Near Parking, No View)

Standard Room (Near Parking, No View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Pool View

Deluxe Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
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About the area

Located in Jacó, The Backyard Hotel is on the beach. Jacó Beach and Hermosa Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Neo Fauna and Hacienda las Agujas. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, rafting and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding. Visit our Jacó travel guide
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Playa Hermosa, Jacó, Puntarenas, 4023

What's nearby

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    2 min walk - 0.2 km
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    6 min drive - 5.7 km
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    17 min drive - 14.8 km
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    Herradura Beach
    24 min drive - 20.7 km
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    Marina Los Sueños
    25 min drive - 21.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Moka Café
    7 min drive
  • Jet Fuel
    8 min drive
  • Jaco Sabor
    7 min drive
  • Restaurante Vida Hermosa
    3 min walk
  • PuddleFish Brewery
    5 min drive

About this property

The Backyard Hotel

Hotel near Jacó Beach
At The Backyard Hotel, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden and a playground. With amenities such as a beachfront location 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, along 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:
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 42-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, balconies and free infant beds

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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
  • In-room cot
  • 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
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

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

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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.

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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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 Jacó Viewpoint are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

The Backyard Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 215 out of 314 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 314 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 314 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 314 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 314 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My 2 week stay was great staying here the location was ideal the grounds were well maintained the staff, very friendly and helpful hotel car service was top notch = on time for pickup and my return to airport stopping at his recommended soda for breakfast i plan on returning in March I never wrote a review but this hotel i felt needed to be publicly appreciated
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was amazing!! Right on the beach. Walking distance to excellent dining!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms great staff. Very relaxing and quiet
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right on a beautiful beach, friendly and helpful staff, spacious room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great, perfect for a couple days at the beach. Two-three restaurants and a minisuper in walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Backyard hotel was a quaint, quiet, and well kept property right on the beach and within walking distance to a few dining options. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mauricio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is simple, it is clean and it is accesible. It is a pretty place and a nice beach for surfing. It is not one of Costa Rica's most beautiful beaches, but to see friends and spend some time close to the city, this place is very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

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

10/10 Excellent

luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
the view the stay is beautiful and private
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and service. Location great too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful big wave beach and lovely clean place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, comfortable bed and pillows, great a/c and you sleep with the sound of the ocean!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot for surfing and fun on the beach! The room was very clean and the bed was very comfortable. Staff were helpful and attentive. Beautiful place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

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

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

Stephen

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

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The photos accurately depict the property. Casual environment with a limited number of rooms provide a quiet retreat right at the beach. There are a few restaurants conveniently located near by but downtown Jaco is a short drive away.
Stayed 6 nights in May 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

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie L

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

jeffrey

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

Andrew

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

Great!

Great location & service. Would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

juan

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

Great spot for a beach day

Stayed here with my family of 4. We had a great time. Staff was very friendly, restaurants and convenience stores nearby. Beach is literally right outside, beware of rip currents. Surfers paradise!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

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

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful ocean view, close to restaurants, they use to have surfing competitions there.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

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

10/10 Excellent

Erika

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