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Bahia Esmeralda

2.0 star property
Bayside hotel with beach bars and outdoor pool
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Bahia Esmeralda

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Ecotours
32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Garden View | Exterior
Family Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden View
Classic Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette, Garden View | Living area

Overview of Bahia Esmeralda

Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • BarBarBar
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
The price is AU$137
Price available on 26/4/2024

Explore the area

Map
100 metros Este de la Plaza Deportiva, Tempate, Guanacaste, 50308
  • Popular LocationPenca Beach12 min walk
  • Popular LocationPlaya Potrero13 min walk
  • Popular LocationPlaya Prieta3 min drive
  • AirportLiberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)63 min drive
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Room options

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Economy Double Room

Economy Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Wardrobe
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Ensuite

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Ensuite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Garden View

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Garden View

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Garden View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Wardrobe
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Quadruple Room

Economy Quadruple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Wardrobe
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Garden View

Standard Studio, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Garden View

Standard Studio, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Studio

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette, Garden View

Classic Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette, Garden View

Classic Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Sofa Beds

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Deluxe Villa

Deluxe Villa

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Living room
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Garden View

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Garden View

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden View

Family Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden View

Family Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 90 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Trundle Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Potrero

Located in Tempate, Bahia Esmeralda is in the city centre and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Penca Beach and Playa Prieta. Danta Beach and Flamingo Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and ziplining.
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What's nearby

  • Penca Beach - 12 min walk
  • Playa Potrero - 13 min walk
  • Playa Prieta - 3 min drive
  • Flamingo Beach - 8 min drive
  • Danta Beach - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • Coco Loco Bar & Restaurant - 10 min drive
  • Patagonia del Mar - 10 min drive
  • Angelina's - 8 min drive
  • Hemingway's - 19 min walk
  • Las Brisas - 7 min walk

About this property

Bahia Esmeralda

Hotel near Penca Beach
Located close to Playa Prieta and Danta Beach, Bahia Esmeralda provides 2 beach bars, a garden and car hire on-site. Adventurous travellers may like the cycling at this hotel. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and express check-out
  • Tour/ticket information, a billiards/pool table and laundry services
  • Guest reviews say good things about the location
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished and boast comforts, such as air conditioning.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and shampoo
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 beach bars

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

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 (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Built in 1996
  • Communal living room
  • Floor
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: CRC 62000 per stay

We have included 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 credit 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
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 major credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include window guards

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Bahia Esmeralda Aparthotel
Bahia Esmeralda Aparthotel Potrero
Bahia Esmeralda Potrero
Bahia Esmeralda Costa Rica/Playa Potrero
Bahia Esmeralda Santa Cruz
Bahia Esmeralda Hotel Potrero
Bahia Esmeralda Hotel
Bahia Esmeralda Hotel
Bahia Esmeralda Tempate
Bahia Esmeralda Hotel Tempate

Frequently asked questions

Does Bahia Esmeralda have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Bahia Esmeralda?

As of 18 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bahia Esmeralda on 26 Apr 2024 start from AU$136.73, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Bahia Esmeralda pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bahia Esmeralda?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bahia Esmeralda?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Bahia Esmeralda?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Bahia Esmeralda provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Bahia Esmeralda located?

Located in the heart of Tempate, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Penca Beach and Playa Prieta. Danta Beach and Flamingo Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Bahia Esmeralda Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 113 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 113 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 113 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 113 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 113 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nadine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and helpful Breakfast was ok
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Naomi Siqiniq

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Walter

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the landscaping and the very clean pool. Our room was made up each time we asked; very nice. We wish there were hammocks, pepper at breakfast, a bar. The cats are special
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Gerry

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Terrible Experience at Bahia “Hormigas”
I normally don’t write negative reviews but … you couldn’t pay me to stay at Bahia Esmeralda ever again. Should be called Bahia Pura Hormigas. Property looks nice in the pictures but unfortunately we couldn’t wait to leave this place. Terrible customer service. Terrible breakfast. Terrible insect problem. Terrible beds. Needs a lot of maintenance. Our room was full of bugs; particularly a ridiculous amount of large ants to the point where we didn’t feel comfortable sleeping under the covers or leaving our clothes out of our suitcases. And the beds were very uncomfortable and mattress was super thin. I could’ve dealt with the insects if the rest was good but it wasn’t. My family is from CR so I get that it’s a rainforest and can deal with some critters, but it was that bad. On top of it all the management was incredibly rude to my family, including my senior mom and gave us a hard time for the silliest things. We even got scolded for having my brother drop us off and assist my mom to the room while we carried stuff. And, after commenting on the treatment received, we were approached and confronted by staff. Super unprofessional and uncomfortable. The only positive was outside the rooms where the pool is is nice but we didn’t even use the pool during our 3 night stay because we avoided the hotel as much as possible. Do yourself a favor and pay a little extra to stay elsewhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Donald, Boulder

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff and service were excellent with everything. Very clean and well maintained. Quiet. Nice typical breakfast, if not much variety. Dining area has a nice new bar but it was never open. Would have been nice to have a place to sit and have a drink. Car is needed. Las Brisas was only walkable dining option, great local place. Good thing we liked it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo Rodriguez

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy buen anfitrión y explicación!! Y las habitaciones muy limpias y confortables.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, great location for a chill vacation. Easy walk to sodas, beach, a small super. Room was in great shape, service was friendly. We wanted a relaxed vacation and it was perfect for that. There are a few things that were odd, all very minor but would be easy improvements 1. They had us wear wristbands the whole visit. This was odd - it wasnt a HS spring break trip. I don't like having to wear something making me obviously a tourist for security. We didnt see any other hotels doing this 2 - There were any washcloths. We bought one, but it was odd since towels were provided 3 - Our unit had a small kitchen (well appointed) but it would be nice if they provided some basics - salt, pepper, maybe sugar for coffee. The local supers don't sell super small quantities for travelers.

10/10 Excellent

Hugo

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Appropriate. Great price. Very short distance to Penca beach. Very close to good restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023