Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Excellent location (waterfront, near Corcovado NP)
Very friendly and helpful staff; helpful hosts (upgrades, luggage/car storage)
Free kayaks and bikes included
Comfortable beds and good AC in rooms
Sea views and pleasant terraces for some rooms
Good value and recommended by many guests
Cons:
Some rooms are small
Water ingress under room door when it rains (room 14 reported)
Shower temperature issues (can be very warm)
Bikes need repair; some amenities show wear
Pool is small
Card reader/payment issues; occasional small equipment complaints (short coffee cable)
Bright lights/noise for rooms near reception

Categories

Cleanliness
8.8
Multiple reviewers explicitly praised cleanliness (e.g., 'Todo impecable', 'Everything was impeccable'), indicating generally very good housekeeping and room upkeep.
Service
8.8
Service is frequently highlighted as a strength: very friendly, helpful staff; hosts offering upgrades and storing luggage/car for Corcovado trips; overall consistently praised.
Location
9
Location is a major positive: right on the water, sea views, convenient for Puerto Jimenez and as a starting point for Corcovado National Park — repeatedly noted as excellent.
Room Quality
7.6
Room quality is mixed: comfortable beds and good AC reported, some guests received upgraded larger rooms and terraces, but several mention small rooms, bright lights/noise near reception, shower temperature issues and water ingress under a door when it rains.
Amenities
8.2
Amenities are a clear plus (free kayaks and bikes, luggage/car storage), though some negatives noted: bikes need repair, small pool, card reader/payment issue and minor equipment complaints (e.g., short coffee machine cable).
Value for Money
8.6
Good value is frequently suggested: free extras (bikes/kayaks), helpful service and reasonably priced/local dining (Aqua Luna) contribute to a positive value perception.
Food and Beverage
7.8
Limited but positive mentions of food: the on-site/nearby Aqua Luna restaurant was praised as delicious and not expensive; overall sparse data so rated moderately positive.
Overall Experience
8.4
Overall experience is positive and many guests recommend the property for location, staff and extras. A few practical issues (small rooms, occasional maintenance problems) temper the experience but do not dominate reviews.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 12:57

Property Description

Luxury Beachfront Hotel with Exciting Activities

Outdoor Pool and Beach Access: Enjoy a refreshing dip in our outdoor pool or take a short stroll to the stunning Gulfo Dulce beach right at your doorstep.

Comfortable Accommodation with Modern Amenities: Each room at Cabinas Jimenez is equipped with a coffee maker, fridge, kitchenware, and microwave. Relax in the seating areas inside or step outside to your private terrace/balcony.

Exciting Tours and Complimentary Activities: Arrange thrilling whale and dolphin tours, snorkeling adventures, horseback riding, and hiking trips through our reception. Explore the area with free bicycle and kayak rentals, or let us assist with your car hire needs.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at Cabinas Jimenez!

Important information:

Payment is preferred in Cash in either Colones at the current exchange, or USD. Payment in full is due at the time of check in. There is a 6% fee charged for all credit card payments. No travelers Checks.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: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SJO

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 1218 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.8
Service: 8.8
Location: 9
Room Quality: 7.6
Amenities: 8.2
Value for Money: 8.6
Food and Beverage: 7.8
Overall Experience: 8.4
M
Michael • couple • cr
9
right in town but private & accessible to everything
Pros:

Excellent place. We stayed in a waterfront suite with balcony, very private and comfortable. Just what we wanted

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Johanna • family_with_children • de
9
Pros:

Gemütliches Appartement mit Außenküche, 2 Schlafzimmer, Klimaanlage vorhanden, toller Blick von der Terrasse auf das Meer. Die Anlage ist mit vielen Details und viel Charme eingerichtet.

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Kammerer • solo_traveller • de
10
Schöne Unterkunft und tolle Angebote
Pros:

Sehr freundliches Personal/Inhaber! Hotel mit direktem Meerzugang. Außerdem können Kajaks und Fahrräder kostenlos ausgeliehen werden. Wir haben die Unterkunft als Ausgangspunkt für eine zweitägige Corcovadotour genutzt. Eine Lagerung unseres Gepäcks und der Stellplatz für uns Auto war für die Zeit der Tour ohne Probleme möglich. Wir würden jederzeit wieder diese Unterkunft buchen.

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
C
Christine S • extended_group • ca
9
Pros:

view and staff

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
V
Varsha • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Location near town and airport

Cons:

Room too small

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
B
Benedikt • couple • de
8
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
A
Andrea • extended_group • de
5
Es wird geklaut! Tolle Lage, tolle Sicht.
Pros:

Die Lage und der Blick direkt aufs Meer. Kurze Wege zum Hafen für den Corcovado Trip am frühen Morgen.

Cons:

Und wurden in der Nacht direkt vor dem Zimmer ein Poncho, Sportschuhe und Stirnlampen geklaut. Obwohl uns Personal mehrfach versucht wurde, dass es hier super sicher sei und wir die kostenlosen Fahrräder nicht anschließen müssen, wurden sie nachts von Hotel angeschlossen.

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
A
ANABEL PUYAL • solo_traveller • es
8
Pros:

La ubicación

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
S
Scheidegger • family_with_children • ch
7
Pros:

Gratisnutzung der Kayaks, Velos, sehr nette Personal, Möglichkeiten zum selber kochen vor Ort, Nutzung der Pool 24 Stunden / 7 Tage Woche

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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RP • solo_traveller • nl
10
Pros:

The staff was really friendly! We were upgraded our first night to a better room, that was a nice surprise. They took care of our suitcases and other stuff during the hike journey. The location is perfect in a city and the view is beautiful.

Cons:

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2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
R
Roberto • extended_group • cr
9
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Jenny • family_with_children • de
8
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
V
Valeria_nz • solo_traveller • it
9
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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vickie • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Amazing place to stay! Superb location and the staff are so lovely and helpful! Our favourite place that we stayed in Costa Rica!!

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Yolanda • solo_traveller • es
10
Pros:

Las vistas de la habitación.La.limpieza

Cons:

Nada

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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stefano • solo_traveller • it
7
Pros:

Posizione della struttura, la nostra camera affacciava sulla baia
Possibilità di usufruire di bici e kayak offerti gratuitamente dalla struttura
Staff molto gentile e disponibile. Dopo aver creduto di aver perso il portafoglio e contattati, la proprietaria si è mossa subito per aiutarci e ci ha ritrovato il portafoglio e restituito con la massima serietà.

Cons:

Nella nostra camera non funzionava l'acqua calda
Servirebbe una pulizia più approfondita

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Simona • solo_traveller • fr
7
Pros:

La nature et les animaux.

Cons:

Le bruit et les chiens qui aboient toute la nuit

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
P
Philippe • couple • be
9
Parfait pour découvrir le Golfo Dulce
Pros:

Emplacement idéal, accueil parfait, kayaks et vélos à disposition gratuitement

Cons:

Pas de penderie dans notre chambre m

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • solo_traveller • de
8
Ausreichend für eine Nacht
Pros:

Nähe zum Meer, Restaurants, zum Dorf

Cons:

Vor dem Fenster war ein regal, was es schwer machte / unmöglich machte das Fenster zu öffnen

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Christophe • couple • fr
9
Pros:

à notre arrivée nous avons été surclassés dans une chambre avec vue sur piscine : plus grande, avec une cuisine. Simple mais très pratique. L'extérieur avec la petite piscine et surtout la vue sur la mer avec les cocotiers, rafraîchis par les alizés est paradisiaque. La possibilité d'emprunter un kayak pour explorer la baie ou des vélos pour faire un tour rajoute au plaisir du lieu. Vraiment un must !

Cons:

Nous n'avons pas réussi à obtenir de l'eau chaude à la douche. Elle était tiède et agréable vu les températures extérieures donc ce n'était pas très grave.

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee