See all properties

The Backyard Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for The Backyard Hotel

On the beach, black sand, beach towels, beach volleyball
Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Reception
Standard Room (Near Parking, No View) | Terrace/patio
Standard Room (Near Parking, No View) | Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

Explore the area

View in a map
Playa Hermosa, Jacó, Puntarenas, 4023
  • Place, Hermosa Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Jacó Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, El Miro
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tambor (TMU)

Room options

View all photos for Quadruple Room Standard

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Quadruple Room Standard

  • Sleeps 4

View all photos for Family Suite -6 guests- Standard

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Family Suite -6 guests- Standard

  • Sleeps 6

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 22 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite

Superior Suite | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 43 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Standard Room (Near Parking, No View)

Standard Room (Near Parking, No View) | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room (Near Parking, No View)

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

View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Pool View

Deluxe Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Pool View | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 22 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

You may also like

Ad
4 outdoor pools, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort

Jacó
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Kids pool
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 933 reviews
$285 nightly
The price is $322
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Total with taxes and fees
Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort

About the neighborhood

Jacó

The Backyard Hotel places you next to Hermosa Beach and within a 3 miles (5 km) of El Miro. This 8-room, 3-star hotel has in-room conveniences like balconies, minibars, and espresso makers.

What's nearby

  • Hermosa Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Jacó Beach - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Jacó Walk Shopping Center - 9 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • El Miro - 10 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Rainforest Adventures Jaco - 19 min drive - 9.0 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 104 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hola India Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Soda Marea Alta - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪PuddleFish Brewery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Vida Hermosa - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Tramonto - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Backyard Hotel

Hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
Guests of The Backyard Hotel have access to an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and free WiFi in public areas. For transportation, you can make use of an airport shuttle during limited hours for USD 130 per vehicle one way, as well as an area shuttle for a fee. Front-desk staff can assist with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and concierge services. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a garden.
Guests can expect 42-inch TVs with cable channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Balconies, minibars, and espresso makers are other standard amenities.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site.

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

Similar properties

Beach bar

Hotel South Beach

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Kids pool
  • Parking included
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 789 reviews
Hotel South Beach

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

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
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (44 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 130 per vehicle (one way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 130
  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee.

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.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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 credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is 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

What's there to do within easy reach of The Backyard Hotel?

Based on positive ratings, guests enjoy the hotel's beach location in Jacó, and it's just steps from Hermosa Beach. You'll also find Jacó Beach and El Miro within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Backyard Hotel?

As of Oct 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Backyard Hotel on Oct 12, 2025 start from $75.21, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at The Backyard Hotel?

Yes, there is accessible parking available.

Does The Backyard Hotel include a casino on the premises?

No, The Backyard Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Backyard Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is The Backyard Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront hotel include a minibar and free Internet access in each guestroom with some featuring ocean views.

Are there hot tubs at The Backyard Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Backyard Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, The Backyard Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Backyard Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at The Backyard Hotel for a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night.

Does The Backyard Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Backyard Hotel?

Yes, every guestroom at The Backyard Hotel comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean or pool views.

The Backyard Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 205 out of 300 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 67 out of 300 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 300 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 300 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 300 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Luis

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mohammed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia, Middletown

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The photos accurately depict the property. Casual environment with a limited number of rooms provide a quiet retreat right at the beach. There are a few restaurants conveniently located near by but downtown Jaco is a short drive away.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was great. Nice pool, comfortable beds. Cold air. Safe. There is no restaurant or bar on property. You have to walk a short distance to other hotels if you want to eat. Good experience
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot for surfing and fun on the beach! The room was very clean and the bed was very comfortable. Staff were helpful and attentive. Beautiful place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, comfortable bed and pillows, great a/c and you sleep with the sound of the ocean!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teri

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Backyard hotel was a quaint, quiet, and well kept property right on the beach and within walking distance to a few dining options. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melisa

Liked: Cleanliness
This property is very well kept, Draco one of the dogs loves playing with Sticks. My son had the best time playing with him. The breakfast they cooked and delivered to the room was fresh and amazing. Close to the town.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

DeLonn

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

juan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great spot for a beach day

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guilherme

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good option! Great for kids

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Julie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
DO NOT STAY IN ROOM 205!!! THE HOTEL IS LOCATED ON THE HWY AND ROOM 205 IS THE NOISE BUFFER FOR THE ENTIRE PROPERTY. TRUCKS WERE ENGINE BRAKING ALL NIGHT LONG. MOTORCYCLES SCREAMING BY ALL NIGHT LONG. IT WAS NOT A VACATION. IF YOU ARE MAKING A RESERVATION, CONFIRM WITH THE HOTEL YOU ARE NOT STAYING IN ROOM 205. I CONTACTED THE MANAGER AND THEY DID NOT REPLY. THEY DO NOT CARE. Otherwise as long as you’re ok with hanging out with large iguanas and python snakes, you should be fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenjoany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property right on the ocean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

JON

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very nice. Staff barely made eye contact and very little to say.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Marlene, Charlotte

Traveled with family
The people were friendly but we did have many ants in our room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
Great staff and pool easy walk to wonderful restaurants! Will visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean, but right on the highway and the walls are very thin, no restaurant or anything available, but right on the beach, so great for surfing. Just a bare- bones kinda place. Ok for one night, but if I owned the place I would sound-proof the walls more. Don’t recommend the room we had, 205, upstairs facing the highway. I would think for that price they would give us a better room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Traveled with partner
Beautiful hotel and location, accommodating staff, nice sized rooms and amazing location. Could use some updating. Will stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

KIM, Delaware

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Our door broke our first night.. we had to leave the door unlocked for our first evening.. but security was good and the problem was resolved the next day.. staff was friendly and room was clean! Nothing fancy but we wanted to be directly on the beach!

8/10 Good

Kiersten

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great!

Great location & service. Would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisa, Raleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

Hotels

Villas New Hampshire
Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive
Hotel Arya, BW Premier Collection
Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio
Tuscany Suites & Casino
Hotels with Hot Tubs in Shelbyville
The Falls Resort at Manuel Antonio
Kid Friendly Hotels in Kathmandu Valley
Hotel Costa Verde
JW Marriott Austin
Hotel Manuel Antonio
Historic Hotels in Durban
Hotels in Okeechobee
Hotel Villas Lirio
Tulemar Resort
Cabin Rentals Bangor
Pet Friendly Hotels in Biloxi

Flights

Flights from Savannah to Washington
Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to London (LHR)
Flights from Monterrey to Cancun
Flights from Fort Lauderdale to Santiago de los Caballeros
Flights from Phoenix to San Juan
Flights from Grand Rapids to Louisville
Flights from Greenville - Spartanburg to Cleveland
Flights from Newark to Tuscaloosa
Flights from Charleston to Milwaukee
Flights from Indianapolis to Minneapolis - St. Paul
Flights from Albuquerque to Grand Rapids
Flights from Detroit to Monterey

Cars

Car rentals in Mexico