Beach Break Resort

Average

Excellent location right on the beach, and SUCH a cute property! Very clean, and the staff was super-friendly -- especially Nina, who helped us with everything. Only downside is NO food or drink on the property, not even a mini mart to buy water bottles or snacks. Such a shame! Also a shame that the swim up pool bar and outdoor cafe seem to be permanently closed. If those were open, this would be the PERFECT stay!

Internet barely working. Everything is very old. The only good thing is the beach and cold A/C.

Didn’t stay at property, after diving by and see the property and area I would feel safe at that area.

The beach is a few steps away from the hotel rooms. No need to drive or walk far. You are literally on the beach once you leave the property. The hotel grounds are quaint with a Costa Rican flare. There is abundant vegetation all around. We saw macaws fly while in the pool in the evening. It was quite a view!! The hotel does not provide food services; however, they provide express service if you need anything from the grocery store, pharmacy, or restaurants. We drove into Jaco where you find a variety of restaurants, bars, bakeries, shops, and even a karaoke bar. Staff at the hotel were friendly and treated us like family. It is the slow season in CR now so it was quiet at the hotel. We did see other guests that were there for surfing and yoga. We were told the hotel is busier in high season so plan ahead. The hotel is rated as a three star hotel, however, the easy access to beach, within a few feet from the rooms, made it an unforgettable experience worth our time and money. We are definitely going back!

Great stay at BBR. Very clean; by the beach; and very attentive staff, specially Yurgen Araya and Junior at the Reception. Staff is welcoming. Great location near everything. Main Street with great restaurants and bars is just few blocks away. The only negative thing is that after the pandemic they closed their onsite food and drink services. So, if you want something you either grab it yourself or order delivery.

No restaurant anymore and general the hotel is not what is used to be. Very disappointed

Wooow.. I don't write reviews often, but after staying 2 nights with an Explorica group at Beach Break "resort", I felt obligated to leave one. Upon arrival the place looks fine, a bit run down but nothing alarming.... I had a 100 room by the main pool. The room (s) definitely need updating and my room was INFESTED with mosquitoes. The 2 windows did not close fully and a large gap between the front door and the floor. I first thought the mosquitoes were mainly in the bathroom so I kept the door shut and thought that would work, but I was wrong. I left this place with easily 30 bites all over. I sprayed bug spray on my body and sheets before sleeping but was still basically ate alive. Another adult who was in the room next to mine saw what she thought were bed bugs along her mattress and moved rooms to the farther side ... I should have moved rooms immediately after seeing all the mosquitoes. We hiked all over Arenal and Monteverde prior to Jaco and I had no issues with mosquitoes, maybe 2 or 3 bites total. I checked my mattress and didn't see any evidence of bed bugs. The bed every time I sat down on it made cracking noises and sounded like it would break. A different adult said her shower door was moldy and falling off its hinges. Her bathroom also flooded during our stay. 2 other adults (shared room) in our group had to move rooms because of an ant infestation in theirs (200 hallway). The section of the hotel by the farther second pool looks like its been renovated, so I'd definitely request a room on that side if you have to stay at this property. The WiFi barely worked, mostly didn't work in my room... the only area with reliable service was by the front desk. There was a big storm our first night and a transformer blew so we went without electricity / AC for a whole night (be prepared with a flashlight and a portable phone charger). We heard power outages were pretty common in Jaco. You can see the reminats of better days at this place.. an abandoned swim up bar. Signs for a restaurant that doesn't exist. The room has no mini fridge. There is no ice machine or vending machine. Breakfast/dinner is catered in and was pretty tasty.. however, no fans in the outdoor dinning area and there was this high pitch humming noise during dinner that about drove me mad. Jaco Beach itself is awful. From a distance it looks ok but up close its covered in rocks, plant debris, trash, broken glass/ceramic pieces. Kids who spent time playing on the beach had bites all over their legs.. possibly sand fleas. The waves are huge and rough, rip tides, so don't expect to swim. You also cannot walk down the beach to other hotels because of a river next to this hotel... it rained A LOT during our trip.. so maybe during dryer times the river isn't as full and you can cross.. not sure. This hotel definitely has a contract with Explorica and World Strides. Almost everyone there was with a tour group. If you have any control over your itinerary I would 100% stay

The place has a lot of space and well kept, the pools are nice and clean and the beach is very near although not to swim, just to walk and hang out. Jaco beaches to swim are close though. We saw iguanas, racoons and squirrels :) Staff is pretty friendly and helpful. The rooms are clean, a little small, but comfortable. AC worked perfectly and there was cable tv. Improve opportunities: there isn't a restaurant in place so you need to order in or go to a restaurant. Bring lots and lots of repellent since mosquitoes are relentless.