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The Backyard Hotel

3.0 star property

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Exterior
Superior Suite | Terrace/patio
Deluxe Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Superior Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Standard Room (Near Parking, No View) | Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is $124
includes taxes & fees
May 24 - May 25

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Playa Hermosa, Jacó, Puntarenas, 4023
  • Place, Hermosa Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Jacó Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Marina Los Sueños
    ‪32 min drive‬

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)
  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room (Near Parking, No View) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room (Near Parking, No View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Pool View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

The Backyard Hotel

3-star Jacó hotel with outdoor pool
At The Backyard Hotel, relax by an outdoor pool or hit the beach where you can enjoy volleyball.
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.

An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The Backyard Hotel features an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. For a surcharge, the property provides an airport shuttle during limited hours and an area shuttle. This beach hotel also offers a terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden.

The Backyard Hotel has designated areas for smoking.

Property amenities

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

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • 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 elevator
  • 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 crib

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 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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from May 11 2026 to May 14 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Swimming pool
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets 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 44 lbs per pet)

Pets cannot be left unattended

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Free cribs are available on request at the property

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, 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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The Backyard Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 218 out of 320 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 320 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 320 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 320 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 320 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melania

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room, beachfront, amazing sunsets and super friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Beth

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice, but had a few problems like the sliding door difficult to close, tv was broken, bugs in the bathroom. Lots of road noise in room 205 and 206. Location was great. g Great pool and beach. Next door restaurants/bars had greatfood and fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Art

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was beautiful. Very clean. But it is right on the highway and we heard traffic and noise all night.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

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

albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean and in very good condition. However, there were a couple of notable exceptions. There are two switches in the bathroom, one for the light and one for the ventilation fan. The switch for the vent fan does not seem to work as there is no vent fan in the ceiling. There is a round white plate in the ceiling where a vent fan may have been. Between the bunk beds and the queen bed, there is a single double switch on the wall. One must be for a Zombie repellent and the other is a Chupacabra repellent. They worked very well as I did not see any Zombies or Chupacabras while there. Some of the wood furniture could use a touch up pen due to wear. The staff were very nice and helpful. I would recommend to visit, as I plan to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Stayed 1 night in Oct 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

Michael

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

Mauricio

Traveled with family
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

8/10 Good

EDILIA

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mark

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and private, big rooms. Walking to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeremiah

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Small parking lot with a gate, kind of a pain. Right off main highway noisy. Positive is it’s right on Playa Hermosa so good place for solid waves to share with locals and gringo boomers who are glad to tell you how long they’ve been coming down there ;)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANAYANCI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pretty nice place for a quite time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

ANDREA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A small desk was missing if you need to work remotely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justen, Nashville

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can’t say enough good words about this place. Right on the ocean, great break right out in the back yard. Walkable to several restaurants down the beach. Will absolutely be coming back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
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

8/10 Good

Manuel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Buena ubicación para practicar el surfing!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Luis

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mohammed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025