Rainforest Adventures Costa Rica Pacific Park - 3 min drive
Herradura Beach - 14 min drive
Marina Los Sueños - 14 min drive
Getting around
San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 85 min drive
San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 112 min drive
Tambor (TMU) - 28.3 miles/45.6 km
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
El Point - 9 min walk
Soda Garabito - 19 min walk
Green Room - 12 min walk
Morales House - 9 min walk
Hola India Restaurant - 8 min walk
About this property
Hotel Amapola Resort
Hotel Amapola Resort features a casino and puts you within a 15-minute walk of Jaco Beach. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at El Mediterraneo, one of 2 restaurants, which serves Italian cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights include 10 beach bars, a poolside bar and a children's pool. The helpful staff and overall property condition get good marks from fellow travellers.
Languages
English, Italian, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
70 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
One child (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Supervised childcare*
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 1 total, up to 7 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Free on-site extended parking
Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (during limited hours)*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning 4:00 AM–10:00 AM
2 restaurants
10 beach bars
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Swim-up bar
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Children's pool
Water slide
Playground
Supervised childcare (surcharge)
Children's menu
What to do
Tennis
Basketball
Pool table
Ping pong
Beach nearby
Discount at nearby fitness centre
Bike rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Rafting nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Scooter/moped hire nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers
Facilities
8 buildings/towers
Garden
Terrace
Television in common areas
An outdoor pool
Casino
2 casino gaming tables
10 casino slot machines
Casino VIP room
Water slide
Banquet hall
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
2 on-site accessible parking spaces
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Front entrance ramp
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Window screens
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
In-room massage
Individually furnished
Freshen up
Shower only
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Food and drink
Fridge
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
El Mediterraneo – This poolside restaurant specialises in Italian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
Airport shuttle service for children between the ages of 2 and 6 costs CRC 10.00
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: CRC 50000 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CRC 7000 per pet, per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Long-term renters welcome.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Also known as
Amapola Hotel
Amapola Jaco
Hotel Amapola
Hotel Amapola Jaco
Hotel Amapola
Hotel Amapola Resort Jaco
Hotel Amapola Resort Hotel
Hotel Amapola Resort Hotel Jaco
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Amapola Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Amapola Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel Amapola Resort?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Amapola Resort?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 7 kg per pet. There's a charge of CRC 7000 per pet, per night, and there's also a deposit of CRC 50000 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Amapola Resort?
Yes, there's free self and extended parking. Free motorhome/bus/lorry parking is available.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Amapola Resort?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Amapola Resort?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.
Is there an on-site casino at Hotel Amapola Resort?
Yes, the 1025 square-foot casino features 10 slot machines and 2 gaming tables.
What is there to do at Hotel Amapola Resort and nearby?
Practise your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation on-site includes basketball. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include 10 beach bars and a casino. Hotel Amapola Resort also has a water slide and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Amapola Resort?
Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring Italian cuisine, garden views and poolside dining.
What's the area around Hotel Amapola Resort like?
Hotel Amapola Resort is a short 14-minute walk from Jaco Beach and 8 minutes' walk from Jacó Walk Shopping Center.
Hotel Amapola Resort Reviews
Reviews
7.8
Good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
7.6/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
2/10 Poor
5 Nov 2024
lorena
lorena, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 Oct 2024
Bryan
Bryan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
27 May 2024
Johnathan
Johnathan, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 Apr 2024
Comfortable, relaxed, family oasis!
Nice comfortable stay with very friendly staff. Kids enjoyed the game area.
Thomas
Thomas, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 Feb 2024
Great place to enjoy the day/night
Mayra
Mayra, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
12 Feb 2024
We are a party of 6 that stayed in 3 Junior Suites. Rooms are nice and service is good. Property urgently needs updating and repairs. According to the information displayed in Expedia, Breakfast was supposed to be free but, the hotel staff said that it was not included in the rate. So we had no complimentary breakfast.
Mauricio
Mauricio, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
9 Feb 2024
allison
allison, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
4 Feb 2024
Room was excellent and the property was beautiful. Perhaps the best resort I've stayed at in Costa Rica. My only complaint was that service was slow. Check in took forever. Service at the pool bar was painfully slow.
Bruce
Bruce, 1-night romance trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 Jan 2024
Really a nice hotel. The pool was exceptional. The counter staff that I interfaced with or knowledgeable, efficient and very friendly, certainly customer orientated individuals work at this place
Glenn
Glenn, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 Jan 2024
Pedro
Pedro, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
8 Jan 2024
Juan Pablo
Juan Pablo, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 Dec 2023
Mercedes
Mercedes, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
3 Nov 2023
Not available towels in the check in and the jacuzzi was out of service.
Marco
Marco, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
26 Oct 2023
The property is nice but need to be updated a little. The pool is amazing they have a game room cool restaurant is open 24 hours. Breakfast is the same everyday. The hotel is like a 10 min walk to Jaco Way and the beach
Jalita
Jalita, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 Oct 2023
Jaime
Jaime, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
17 Oct 2023
Cristian
Cristian, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
6 Oct 2023
The staff is very welcoming and eficiente. The only thing I wish it could have more nature or green spaces inside. Everything else is very nice
MARIA
MARIA, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
1 Oct 2023
Not a 4 stars hotel, most likely a 3 stars. Is limited, prices are affourdable, pool is open til 5am in the morning, music must go down by 10 pm. Parking is limited.
Hotel is not beach front but is some minutes away from it
Adrian
Adrian, 1-night romance trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 Sep 2023
Erick
Erick, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
19 Sep 2023
IOAN-FLORIN
IOAN-FLORIN, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 Sep 2023
Brayan
Brayan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
28 Aug 2023
Hector Ivan
Hector Ivan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
16 May 2023
Breakfast included was great! Food ordered and delivered poolside was excellent! Good value for money.
Julie
Julie, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
24 Mar 2023
Very nice staff
Sileny
Sileny, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 Mar 2023
Sofia at the reception was the best. Pool and surroundings were very well maintained and cleaned on a daily basis.