Hotel South Beach

Hotels
Independent
8.6 (172 reviews)
Calle Moreno, Jacó, Puntarenas , Jaco , CR

Pets allowed

Facilities

Free breakfast
Free WiFi
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Continental breakfast
Concierge service
Wheelchair accessible
Picnic area
Scuba diving nearby
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great beach access
Nice pool and restaurant
Cons:
Issues with cleanliness
Reception staff experience

Categories

Cleanliness
7.68
Cleanliness could use some help as mentioned in multiple reviews.
Service
9.15
Staff was lovely and exceptional, though the reception experience was noted as aggressive.
Location
9.19
Great beach access and overall enjoyable location.
Room Quality
8.14
Room was spacious and fairly clean, but issues with the TV and insects noted.
Amenities
8.67
The pool and beach access were highlights.
Value for Money
9.13
A good place for the price, especially considering the amenities.
Food and Beverage
8.18
Restaurant and bar were great, though breakfast was criticized in one review.
Overall Experience
8.65
Overall good experience, overshadowed slightly by some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 04:36

Property Description

Beachfront Location

Immerse yourself in a beachfront paradise at Hotel South Beach in Jaco, just minutes away from popular attractions such as Jaco Beach and Jacó Walk Shopping Center.

Recreational Amenities and Dining Options

Indulge in the outdoor pool, rent a bicycle to explore the surroundings, and enjoy a delicious meal at the hotel's restaurant. Unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge or poolside bar, and don't miss the complimentary continental breakfast served daily.

Convenient Features and Services

Stay connected with complimentary wireless internet access, take advantage of concierge services, and make use of the business center. Other amenities include a picnic area, room service, and a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge.

Ready to experience the perfect beach getaway? Book your stay at Hotel South Beach now to create unforgettable memories in Jaco.

Important information:

  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: SJO

Property Policies

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • General

    Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer

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Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 172 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.68
Service: 9.15
Location: 9.19
Room Quality: 8.14
Amenities: 8.67
Value for Money: 9.13
Food and Beverage: 8.18
Overall Experience: 8.65
P
Paloma
8
Pros:

Overall great, cleanliness could use some help

2025-09-23 via Nuitee
M
Mauren
2
Pros:

Los desayunos terribles y limitados

2025-09-16 via Nuitee
J
Jessica
8
Great for beach access
Pros:

Room was spacious and fairly clean with strong AC and amazing water pressure. The pool was really nice, and we regularly saw beautiful parrots fly overhead while we swam. Staff was lovely once you get past the check-in where they were pretty aggressive about selling tours. Restaurant and bar were great, and the breakfast was perfect for an active day. Unfortunately, their policy is to charge $20/hour for late check out, but when the electricity and water went out 3 hours before our check out leaving us without a shower that day, they offered no compensation or extra time to clean ourselves. Really, the only flaw of this place was the reception staff. Otherwise, lovely place!

2025-09-15 via Nuitee
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Randy friends
6
Pros:

Personnel was efficient, but a few items need to be addressed.
Shower had a very slow drain. I ended up having 2” of standing water. Bathroom sink didn’t have much water coming out of spickit
I saw 2 spiders in my room.
TV didn’t have any stations that was speaking English. I tried to watch Netflix and Utube. Wouldn’t work.

2025-09-14 via Nuitee
D
daniel family
10
Pros:

The people here are amazing, from the front end to the kitchen, and the surf school on site. Can't wait to return!!

2025-09-12 via Nuitee
D
Dan
10
Pros:

Had a good time here... the staff was exceptional. Pool was nice and warm but not too warm. Bar and food was enough to not have to leave. It also has its own beach and surfboards to rent, if you surf.

2025-09-12 via Nuitee
F
Ferough
10
Pros:

Over all a good place for the price. Staff at the bar and restaurant are wonderful.

2025-09-11 via Nuitee
M
Mimeo
10
Pros:

Tony was great when we checked in.

2025-09-08 via Nuitee
D
David
8
Pros:

Staff, on the Beach
But would have like someone to carry bags to room

2025-09-05 via Nuitee
M
Michael
10
Pros:

Nice people

2025-08-30 via Nuitee
I
IVETTE family
10
Pros:

The place is a hiding Gem. Please do not let the entrance turn you off. Is totally different as you cross the small bridge. Beautiful pool, bar restaurant by the pool and walking to the beautiful beach

2025-08-29 via Nuitee
R
Rosanna partner
10
Pros:

Loved everything about this property. Well worth the money. They will definitely see me again.
Service was awesome, food was good, pool was great and right on the ocean was a plus.
Free parking on site.
Don't let the entrance scare you away. Park your car and let the good times begin. ❤️🇨🇦

2025-08-24 via Nuitee
S
sheila partner
4
Pros:

The property looked beautiful, but had a horrible musty odor in the rooms. If you have allergies, I would not stay here.

2025-08-23 via Nuitee
C
Chris partner
10
Pros:

great access to beach..secure access..good breakfast...nice rooms...

2025-08-23 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
8
Functional, better for young crowd
Pros:

Super cute hotel right on the beach, the reception woman is the sweetest person and helped us a lot! This would be good for a younger person I think, bar/pool area plays music pretty loud all day and a little late into the night. Definitely some ruckus outside from other guests late. Only other downside is there is no blankets on the beds, it just a sheet. Otherwise, very cute vibes and simple functional rooms

2025-08-19 via Nuitee
W
William partner
8
Pros:

Older beach hotel. Very convenient, lots of surf shops right outside. Rear exit right on the beach. Friendly and helpful staff!

2025-08-19 via Nuitee
E
ericka partner
4
Pros:

I was not okay with being locked out without someone opening the gates 2 night of the 3 that we were there. The girl at the front was not pleasant but all of the other staff was super kind. There were no blankets, just 1 sheet to sleep with. A lizard was in our room. No elevators or help to get our bags up to our room. The bar closed before 9pm. I usually leave good reviews but I can’t for this place. If I had not paid up front, I would have stayed somewhere else.

2025-08-16 via Nuitee
M
Miguel partner
10
Pros:

The ocean view was beautiful and staff was very nice!

2025-08-14 via Nuitee
T
Tatjana family
2
Pros:

Unsafe, Dirty, and Nothing Like the Photos

We booked this hotel for 4 nights and left after the second night due to unsafe and unsanitary conditions. The property is not at all as pictured on Expedia. Upon arrival, we saw cockroaches on the walls, mold in the bathrooms, outdated and musty rooms, no blankets, and a malfunctioning air conditioner. The pool was filthy.

This is not a place anyone—especially families with kids—should be staying. We spent days contacting Expedia and the hotel, only to be told by the hotel that it was up to Expedia and by Expedia that it was up to the hotel. In the end, the hotel’s management denied the refund request, despite the manager, Lenardo, originally saying they would work with Expedia.

We had to pay out of pocket to check into another hotel.
Avoid this property at all costs.

2025-08-10 via Nuitee
A
Ali
2
Pros:

Would not recommend for a family.
Hotel needs a lot of work

2025-08-09 via Nuitee