Located near Jaco Beach, The Backyard Hotel offers a laid-back vibe with a black sand beach and beach volleyball. Enjoy the outdoor pool, children's pool, or simply lounge on the sun-drenched terrace. With amenities like dry cleaning services and in-room WiFi, this hotel is perfect for those seeking sun-kissed relaxation.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Airport transfer
Pet friendly
Pool
Laundry facilities
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
On the beach
Outdoor pool
Beach towels
Children's pool
Airport shuttle
Area shuttle
Terrace
Air conditioning
Garden
Front-desk safe
Laundry service
Feel at home (6)
Children's pool
Playground on site
Private bathroom
Television
Garden
Terrace
Room options
Available filters for rooms
Showing 4 of 4 rooms
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Superior Suite
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
43 sq ft
Ocean view
Sleeps 6
1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
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Deluxe Room
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
22 sq ft
Partial sea view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Pool View
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
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Rainforest Adventures Costa Rica Pacific Park - 12 min drive - 10.5 km
Marina Los Sueños - 26 min drive - 17.9 km
Getting around
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 104 min drive
Tambor (TMU) - 30.3 miles/48.7 km
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
El Point - 9 min drive
PuddleFish Brewery - 5 min drive
Morales House - 9 min drive
Restaurante Vida Hermosa - 3 min walk
Hola India Restaurant - 9 min drive
About this property
The Backyard Hotel
At The Backyard Hotel, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Jacó Beach. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool, along with onsite volleyball. Other highlights include a children's pool, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and beach location.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
8 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
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 time is noon
Contactless check-out available
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 44 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite garage
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Transfers
Airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM*
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Offsite
Area shuttle*
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Traveling with children
Children's pool
Playground
What to do
On the beach
Beach volleyball
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Surfing/body boarding nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Beach towels
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Romance packages
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
An outdoor pool
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Room amenities
Be entertained
42-inch TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Minibar
Espresso maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Balcony
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 130 per vehicle (one way)
Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Airport shuttle service for children costs USD 130
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night
Policies
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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
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
Is there a pool at The Backyard Hotel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at The Backyard Hotel?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 44 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is airport shuttle service offered by The Backyard Hotel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM. The charge is USD 130 per vehicle one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Backyard Hotel?
You can check in starting at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Backyard Hotel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as volleyball. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden.
Does The Backyard Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around The Backyard Hotel like?
The Backyard Hotel is located a short 1-minute walk from Hermosa Beach.
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The Backyard Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Beach
Room
Restaurant
Service staff
Location
View
Ocean
Bed
Balcony
Black sand beach
Reviews
10/10
Clean, comfortable bed and pillows, great a/c and you sleep with the sound of the ocean!
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10
Right on a beautiful beach, friendly and helpful staff, spacious room.
Melinda
3-night trip
10/10
Great staff and pool easy walk to wonderful restaurants! Will visit again
Beth
3-night trip
10/10
the view the stay is beautiful and private
luis
2-night trip
10/10
Great staff and service. Location great too.
Garret
1-night trip
8/10
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!
juan
2-night trip
10/10
Nice property right on the ocean
Glenjoany
1-night trip
10/10
Beautiful hotel and location, accommodating staff, nice sized rooms and amazing location. Could use some updating. Will stay here again
Jesse
7-night trip
10/10
The backyard is really amazing, with a nice pool and wonderful view to the beach. Unfortunately they can’t offer breakfast. It isn’t a modern house but it’s in good conditions.
Guilherme
4-night trip
10/10
Great location & service. Would recommend!
Andrew
4-night trip
10/10
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.
Bonnie L
1-night trip
10/10
Property was very nice. Staff barely made eye contact and very little to say.
JON
2-night trip
10/10
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!
Erika
3-night trip
8/10
For the location it was great, especially with watching all the surfing. It’s right off the road. Our room was pointing towards the road so it made it really noisy. Right next to restaurants and could walk to them easily.
Kiersten
2-night trip
10/10
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
Jessica
1-night trip
10/10
Great location
Esteban
1-night trip
10/10
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.
Stephen
8-night trip
10/10
Beautiful big wave beach and lovely clean place to stay.
April
2-night trip
10/10
Friendly and helpful staff, helped us get reservations at the Manuel Antonio Park when we were having trouble with the site. Right off the beach enjoyed watching the surfers. Walk done the beach to several nice restaurants. Pleasant view from balcony with comfortable chairs.
Terri
6-night trip
10/10
This hotel has only 8 rooms, immaculate grounds (gates and shrubbery separate the bordering properties so it’s very secluded), a stones throw from the ocean, a staff that goes over and beyond to make sure you enjoy your stay. They arranged our massages, horseback ride on the beach and gave great advice on the best places to eat. We stayed in the upstairs oceanfront 2 bedroom suite. It had a wide “L” shaped balcony 25’ facing the ocean and about 20’ facing the pool with table, chairs and sofa. This is definitely our “GO TO” resort every year!
Elisa
8-night trip
10/10
Great hotel with awesome location. Staff is very helpful and the beachfront pool area is really nice. We will be back again soon.
jeffrey
3-night trip
10/10
Very comfy and tranquil easy access with a ocean view. It felt very secure. The beds were big and comfortable.
Jafeth
1-night trip
10/10
WE loved the Backyard Hotel. We wanted a beachfront hotel that had local flavor and that is exactly what it was.We could just sit on the balcony and watch the waves. Just a few steps down and you were on the beach.It was peaceful and quiet and away from all the noise and crowds. The staff were always very helpful.
MARY Ruth
7-night trip
8/10
This is a great place to stay. Nice grounds, access to the beach, and comfortable rooms.