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Bahia Esmeralda

2.0 star property
Bayside hotel with beach bars and an outdoor pool

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Beach nearby, white sand, 2 beach bars
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Front of property
Superior Room | View from room
Superior Room, Garden View | View from room

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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100 metros Este de la Plaza Deportiva, Tempate, Guanacaste, 50308
  • Place, Penca Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Potrero
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Flamingo Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

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Economy Quadruple Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Economy Quadruple Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Classic Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette, Garden View | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Classic Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 646 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

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Family Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden View | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Family Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden View

  • 969 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Trundle Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, Garden View | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Superior Room, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Double Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Economy Double Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Ensuite

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Ensuite | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Villa | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Deluxe Villa

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Room | View from room

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Potrero

Penca Beach is a short stroll from Bahia Esmeralda, and other popular attractions like Playa Prieta are within a mile (2 km). This 18-room hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like an outdoor pool and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Penca Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Playa Potrero - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Playa Prieta - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Flamingo Beach - 7 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Danta Beach - 12 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Pleamar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Forketta Food - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Shack - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Beach House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Amigos Tacos y Beer - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Bahia Esmeralda

Bayside hotel with beach bars and an outdoor pool
Guests of Bahia Esmeralda enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and express check-out. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle for a fee. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with concierge services and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a garden, a water dispenser, and a communal living room.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels. Beds sport premium bedding and down comforters. Other standard amenities include ceiling fans and wardrobes or closets. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: CRC 4,500 to 10,000 for adults and CRC 4,500 to 10,000 for children
  • 2 beach bars
  • A restaurant
  • Hosted evening meal available on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday for a fee of CRC 10,000; reservation required

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

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 (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1996
  • Communal living room
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: CRC 62000 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CRC 4500 to 10000 for adults, and CRC 4500 to 10000 for children
  • Hosted evening meal: CRC 10000

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include window guards
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Bahia Esmeralda Aparthotel
Bahia Esmeralda Aparthotel Potrero
Bahia Esmeralda Potrero
Bahia Esmeralda Costa Rica/Playa Potrero
Bahia Esmeralda Santa Cruz
Bahia Esmeralda Hotel Potrero
Bahia Esmeralda Hotel
Bahia Esmeralda Hotel
Bahia Esmeralda Tempate
Bahia Esmeralda Hotel Tempate

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to Bahia Esmeralda?

This hotel is located in Tempate, a short 13-minute walk from Playa Potrero and also 12 minutes on foot from Penca Beach. You'll also find Flamingo Beach and Playa Brasilito within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Bahia Esmeralda?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Bahia Esmeralda have a casino on the premises?

No, Bahia Esmeralda doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Bahia Esmeralda?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about Bahia Esmeralda?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including 2 beach bars, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant.

Does Bahia Esmeralda have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Bahia Esmeralda feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Bahia Esmeralda serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Bahia Esmeralda allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Bahia Esmeralda.

Does Bahia Esmeralda have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Bahia Esmeralda?

The closest major airport to Bahia Esmeralda is Tamarindo (TNO), which is 14.1 mi away (36 minutes by car). Another top airport is Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR), which is located 24.7 mi away (63-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Bahia Esmeralda?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a furnished balcony or a deck where guests can enjoy garden or pool views.