Bahia Esmeralda Boutique Hotel & Villas

Hotels
8.6 (307 reviews)
100 metros Este de la plaza de deportes Playa Potrero , Potrero , CR

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Comfortable and clean rooms
Pleasant amenities
Cons:
Service could be improved
Issues with wifi and TV functionality

Categories

Cleanliness
8.08
General cleanliness mentioned positively, but specific instances of issues were noted.
Service
8.85
Mixed feedback on service; improvement needed based on multiple reviews.
Location
9.09
Location is consistently highlighted as a strong point with good proximity to attractions.
Room Quality
8.54
Rooms described as comfortable and accommodating for groups, with minor wishes noted.
Amenities
8.57
Amenities such as the pool and breakfast were generally well-received, though some wished for more.
Value for Money
8.53
Perceived value aligns with the price point based on overall positive sentiment.
Food and Beverage
8.58
Food quality praised, though some criticism of portion sizes.
Overall Experience
8.55
Overall a positive experience, with room for improvement in service and amenities.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 03:16

Property Description

Tropical Paradise Getaway

Beach Proximity: Hotel Bahia Esmeralda, located just 200 meters from the stunning beach in Potrero, invites you to indulge in the beauty of Costa Rica's Guanacaste region.

Charming Accommodations: Nestled in bungalow-style buildings around a refreshing outdoor pool, the air-conditioned rooms with cable TV offer a comfortable retreat after a day of exploration.

Convenient Amenities: Enjoy the convenience of free Wi-Fi, on-site parking, and tour desk services for car or bicycle rentals. Embark on exciting excursions to nearby beaches, national parks, or opt for unique experiences like swimming with dolphins or scuba diving.

Book now for an unforgettable tropical getaway at Hotel Bahia Esmeralda!

Important information:

Check-in: 14:00 to 20:00. Check-out: 07:00 to 11:00. We do not make check-ins after the established time.

In the case of studios, apartments, villas and suites rentals, the property will ask for your credit card or debit card as form of guarantee for which a blank voucher will be created along with an inventory of the articles found within the booked room. At check-out, this voucher will be returned to you once a verification of incidentals has been made.

Once the check in is done, the hotel stay is NOT transferable, the guests who checked in must be the same throughout the stay until the time of check out.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: LIR

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 307 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.08
Service: 8.85
Location: 9.09
Room Quality: 8.54
Amenities: 8.57
Value for Money: 8.53
Food and Beverage: 8.58
Overall Experience: 8.55
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Andrea • solo_traveller • cr
10
Pros:

El aire acondicionado de la habitación

Cons:

El cuarto muchas camas y poco espacio

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Sebastian • solo_traveller • ar
10
Pros:

Muy comodo todo

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Adrien • extended_group • fr
9
Bon hôtel à Potrero avec un bon rapport qualité prix
Pros:

Hôtel avec un bon rapport qualité prix. C’était notre deuxième séjour ici et c'était très bien.Les chambres sont spacieuses, (des chambres avec cuisine sont également disponibles) il y a toujours de la place sur le parking et malgré qu'il soit situé proche de la rue il n'y a pas de bruits. L’hôtel est très bien situé proche de playa potrero et playa Penca. Le jardin et la piscine sont très agréables. Le personnel est aimable et disponible. Le petit déjeuner est correct, le restaurant est bien et le petit plus est la table de billard agréable le soir pour jouer entre amis.

Cons:

Une bouilloire serait un plus dans les chambres mais l'eau chaude est disponible au bar/restaurant de l’hôtel mais pas à toute heure.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Cordoba Barthley • solo_traveller • cr
8
Pros:

Las instalaciones son muy lindas y el servicio en general muy bueno.

Cons:

Que te pidan hacer un depósito, y el problema no es el depósito, el problema es que cuando haces el check out, no te lo devuelven inmediatamente, sino que únicamente cancelan el pago realizado (si se hizo en tarjeta) pero si ellos no realizan el cierre de su datáfono, el monto no se le ve reflejado en la cuenta. Llevo más de 4 días esperando que se reitengre mi dinero a la cuenta.
Mi recomendación háganlo en efectivo.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Ellen • couple • cr
10
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Roger • solo_traveller • cr
9
Pros:

La ubicacion

Cons:

La piscina estaba sucia

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Covers • couple • cr
9
Pros:

La habitación muy cómoda, limpia, acogedora. Las instalaciones muy cuidadas. Buen desayuno.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Carlos • solo_traveller • cr
9
Pros:

El personal y la ubicación.

Cons:

La nevera en la habitación no enfriaba lo suficiente, y la maquina de hacer hielo del hotel no estaba funcionando.

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Jaime • couple • cr
9
Muy bonito lugar y muy bien ubicado
Pros:

Excelente ubicación. La habitación es pequeña pero cómoda. La piscina muy bonita y las instalaciones llenas de arboles, muy agradable el lugar. El desayuno muy bueno. El personal muy atento.

Cons:

Todo me gustó.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Adrian • couple • cr
10
Pros:

excelente, muy comodo, ademas muy buena atencion

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Karkashian Córdoba • family_with_children • cr
5
2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Walter • family_with_children • cr
8
Pros:

En general todo estuvo muy bien.

Cons:

El desayuno.

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Martina • solo_traveller • ch
9
Pros:

Gepflegte Gartenanlage mit Pool, nicht überlaufen, sehr nettes Personal, bequeme Betten, kleiner Abstellraum im Zimmer

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Kimberly • family_with_children • cr
10
Excelente
Pros:

Desayuno variado
Instalaciones limpias
Ubicacion estrategica

Cons:

Na

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Jose • solo_traveller • cr
10
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Ana Paula • solo_traveller • br
9
Hotel agradável com boa localização.
Pros:

Localização perto da praia e em frente a um supermercado. Quartos limpos, café da manhã bom tipo prato feito e não buffet.

Cons:

Ficamos 1 dia no quarto 2 e o ar condicionado tinha cheiro forte de cigarro. No quarto familiar que ficamos no segundo dia, estava melhor.

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Karlen • family_with_children • cr
6
Pros:

La limpieza.

Cons:

El restaurante muy mala atención .

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Marcia • couple • cr
9
Agradable y bien ubicado
Pros:

La ubicación y la limpieza

Cons:

El perfil de los huéspedes. Llegaron grupos en buses, muy popular

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Johnston • solo_traveller • ca
10
Pros:

We loved the layout of the place with the plants and the pool. It was very beautiful and relaxing. We had a beautiful king bed and nice sized bathroom. The A/C in the room was lovely during the hot nights. We loved starting the day with the included breakfast. For breakfast, you order from the hotel restaurant's simple but yummy breakfast menu. The staff were helpful.

Cons:

Honestly loved every part.

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Daniela • solo_traveller • at
1
Pros:

Nichts

Cons:

So eine Behausung kann und darf man nicht vermieten!!!!!

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee