Jacó · Costa Rica
Where to Stay in Jacó Centro, Jacó
The main strip along Avenida Pastor Díaz, packed with bars, restaurants, and surf shops. This is where most first-time visitors end up.
✦ The vibe
Loud, touristy, and lively — expect constant music and crowds.
👤 Best for
Nightlife lovers, solo travellers, and anyone who wants everything on their doorstep.
🏨 Where to stay
Mid-range hotels and hostels; budget-friendly, with beachfront options around $80–150 a night.
🚇 Getting around
Walkable — everything is on or just off the main road. A 20-min taxi to the centre; 1.5 hours to SJO airport.
📍 Nearby
Plaza de Jacó, the main beach entrance at Calle Hidalgo.
Best hotels in Jacó Centro
17 hotels ranked by how close they are to Jacó Centro
Hotel Buddha House
121 m from Jacó Centro
View intelligence briefing →Paraíso del Sol Hotel
251 m from Jacó Centro
View intelligence briefing →Cabinas Mar del Plata
256 m from Jacó Centro
View intelligence briefing →Hotel Mónaco
407 m from Jacó Centro
View intelligence briefing →Cadillac Rock
681 m from Jacó Centro
View intelligence briefing →Hacienda Garcia
735 m from Jacó Centro
View intelligence briefing →Hotel Bahía Azul
826 m from Jacó Centro
View intelligence briefing →Jacó VIP
1.0 km from Jacó Centro
View intelligence briefing →El Jardín
1.3 km from Jacó Centro
View intelligence briefing →Cabinas Antonio
1.4 km from Jacó Centro
View intelligence briefing →Hotel Pochote
1.6 km from Jacó Centro
View intelligence briefing →Hotel y Casino Croc´s
1.7 km from Jacó Centro
View intelligence briefing →Hotel Doce Lunas
1.9 km from Jacó Centro
View intelligence briefing →Jaco Laguna Resort
1.9 km from Jacó Centro
View intelligence briefing →Vacacionando
2.0 km from Jacó Centro
View intelligence briefing →Condominio Monterrey
2.0 km from Jacó Centro
View intelligence briefing →Club Del Sol
2.1 km from Jacó Centro
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