Playa Hermosa Travel Guide

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Aerial View of Coco Beach in Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Aerial View of Coco Beach in Guanacaste, Costa Rica
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Hotel Tramonto

Hotel Tramonto

3.5 out of 5
Playa Hermosa Jacó Puntarenas
Stay at this beach hotel in Jacó. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (855 reviews)
Breakfast was good and had nice view of the Beach

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

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The Backyard Hotel

The Backyard Hotel

3 out of 5
Playa Hermosa Jacó Puntarenas
Stay at this beach hotel in Jacó. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (314 reviews)
Comfortable room, beachfront, amazing sunsets and super friendly staff!

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

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Cabinas Brisa Del Mar

Cabinas Brisa Del Mar

2 out of 5
50 mts frente escuela pochotal Jacó Provincia de Puntarenas
Stay at this hotel in Jacó. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Jacó Beach and Hermosa Beach are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (78 reviews)
Rooms are clean, nice pool and friendly staff. Very nice place to stay.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

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Spectacular Luxury Residence w/ Amazing Ocean Views & a Private Pool

Spectacular Luxury Residence w/ Amazing Ocean Views & a Private Pool

Playa Hermosa Pu
Stay at this holiday home in Jacó. Enjoy private pools, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Jacó Beach and Hermosa Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (63 reviews)
Beautiful place to stay. The road up to the casa is very steep not one you want to do in the dark. The drive from San Jose Airport took us over threes hours both ways so keep that in mind when trying to catch your connecting flight out. The views are breathtaking. We did find a driver that was more ...

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Spectacular Luxury Residence w/ Amazing Ocean Views & a Private Pool
Ocean Front Estate Casa # 3, Hermosa Palms, Playa Hermosa

Ocean Front Estate Casa # 3, Hermosa Palms, Playa Hermosa

Playa Hermosa Puntarenas Province
Stay at this beach holiday home in Jacó. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a garden. Popular attractions Jacó Beach and Hermosa Beach are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (41 reviews)
Amazing house! Rob was fantastic at helping me organize my buddy-moon. We had 18 of our closest friends join our honeymoon The community pool was great, everyone had something to do.

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Ocean Front Estate Casa # 3, Hermosa Palms, Playa Hermosa
Beachfront Casa Barracuda 3BR Luxury, pool w 1/3 acre, Playa Hermosa de Jaco!

Beachfront Casa Barracuda 3BR Luxury, pool w 1/3 acre, Playa Hermosa de Jaco!

Playa Hermosa Puntarenas Province
Stay at this beach holiday home in Jacó. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (121 reviews)
Great experience. Very clean and great location.Thanks so much for your hospitality.Hope to come back!

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Beachfront Casa Barracuda 3BR Luxury, pool w 1/3 acre, Playa Hermosa de Jaco!
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Popular places to visit

Aerial of Jaco Costa Rica, beach, The pacific coast.Rainforest sits in the forground

Jacó Beach

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Jacó Beach during your travels in Jacó? You can seek out the surfing spots and local tours in this relaxing area.

Jacó Beach
Los Sueños Marina Resort and Hotel in Jaco Beach, Playa Herradura, Costa Rica

Marina Los Sueños

Explore the waterfront of Marina Los Sueños and enjoy other activities such as surfing in Herradura. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

Marina Los Sueños
Pano of Playa Herradura, Beach, with turquoise water and some boats in Costa Rica

Herradura Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Herradura Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Herradura. Stroll along the marina in this relaxing area or seek out the golf courses.

Herradura Beach
Cable car cabin riding through the tropical rainforest near Jaco in Costa Rica

Rainforest Adventures Jaco

Explore the lovely green spaces of Rainforest Adventures Jaco and enjoy the surfing in Jacó. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.

Rainforest Adventures Jaco
pair of parakeets

Neo Fauna

See the exotic and native animals who live at Neo Fauna during your travels in Jacó. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.

Neo Fauna

Canopy Vista Los Suenos Adventure Park

Enjoy a trip to Canopy Vista Los Suenos Adventure Park and popular activities such as surfing in Jacó. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Canopy Vista Los Suenos Adventure Park

Activities

Jaco Horseback Riding Adventure Tours

Jaco Horseback Riding Adventure Tours

AU$84
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Jaco Horseback Riding Adventure Tours
Monkey, Crocodile, Sloths & Beach Experience

Monkey, Crocodile, Sloths & Beach Experience

AU$125
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monkey, Crocodile, Sloths & Beach Experience
Mountain View Zip-line Tour

Mountain View Zip-line Tour

AU$94
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Mountain View Zip-line Tour
Chocolate Experience

Chocolate Experience in Jaco Beach and Los Suenos

AU$64
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Chocolate Experience in Jaco Beach and Los Suenos
Self Guided Nature Hike with Ocean View Photo spots in Jaco

Self Guided Nature Hike with Ocean View Photo spots in Jaco

AU$35
per adult
Self Guided Nature Hike with Ocean View Photo spots in Jaco
Isla Tortuga Adventure tour from Jaco -full day

Isla Tortuga Adventure tour from Jaco -full day

AU$163
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Isla Tortuga Adventure tour from Jaco -full day
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