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Bahia Esmeralda

2.0 star property
Bayfront hotel with 2 beach bars, near Penca Beach

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Located near Penca Beach, Bahia Esmeralda offers a vibrant retreat with 2 beach bars and an outdoor pool surrounded by sun loungers. Cycle through the scenic surroundings or explore the nearby Danta Beach and Playa Prieta. With free WiFi, bike rentals, and helpful staff on hand to assist you.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and 2 beach bars
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Airport shuttle
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Car rentals on site
  • Communal living room
  • Water dispenser
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Laundry service
  • Premium bedding
  • Free self parking

Room options

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

Economy Quadruple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Classic Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette, Garden View | Terrace/patio

Classic Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Ceiling fan
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

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Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Pool View | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Pool View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Double Room | Terrace/patio

Economy Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden View | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 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)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Pool View | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Deluxe Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Pool View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Pool View | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Pool View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Pool View | Living area

Family Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Pool View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
3 bedrooms
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Premium Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Ground Floor

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Premium Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Tower | Living area

Premium Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Tower

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Down duvet
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
100 metros Este de la Plaza Deportiva, Tempate, Guanacaste, 50308

What's nearby

  • Penca Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Playa Potrero - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Playa Prieta - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Flamingo Beach - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Danta Beach - 12 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 36 min drive
  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 63 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Pleamar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Shack - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Beach House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Soda Marcell - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Surf Box - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Bahia Esmeralda

At Bahia Esmeralda, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Playa Potrero and Flamingo Beach. You can splash around at the outdoor pool, visit the restaurant for a bite to eat, or unwind with a drink at one of the 2 beach bars. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 18 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free secured, uncovered onsite self parking
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Hosted evening meals each Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday for a surcharge (reservations required)
  • 2 beach bars
  • Restaurant
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • On-site car rental
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Built in 1996
  • Garden
  • Mosquito nets
  • Communal living room
  • An outdoor pool
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Breakage deposit: CRC 62000 per stay

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CRC 4500 to 10000 for adults, and CRC 4500 to 10000 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Hosted evening meal costs CRC 10000

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Policies

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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's window guards on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Eurocard
Cashless transactions are available.

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

Is there a pool at Bahia Esmeralda?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Bahia Esmeralda?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Bahia Esmeralda?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Bahia Esmeralda?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Bahia Esmeralda?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Bahia Esmeralda?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but El Coco Casino (8.2 mi) is nearby.

What is there to do at Bahia Esmeralda and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, boat tours, and fishing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include 2 beach bars and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Bahia Esmeralda?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Bahia Esmeralda like?

Bahia Esmeralda is in the heart of Tempate, a short 13-minute walk from Playa Potrero and 12 minutes' walk from Penca Beach.

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Bahia Esmeralda Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Room
Beach
Breakfast
Location
Car
Amenities
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What guests liked

  • The pool area was clean and nice, a pleasant feature of the property. (4 reviews)
  • The property is a short walk from the excellent Penca Beach. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Bahia Esmeralda

Great place great service great area ended up staying extra because we liked it so much

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place nice garden.
Diego, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Tranquility
Elvia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything good. A place to stay twice.

8/10 Very good

Cute, well mantained spot 🌴

Very comfortable stay. Rooms were clean and the pool was fantastic. Walking distance to some nice beaches and some pretty decent restaurants so it was okay for us not having a vehicle. We were only there for one night in transit but the town seems really cute. The person who checked us in was very informative.
Laura, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I thought the hotel was nice and away from everything. It was minutes away from a grocery stop and a restaurant that I enjoyed a lot. If I was going back I would probably go back to the same place.
Michael, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean. Appropriate. Great price. Very short distance to Penca beach. Very close to good restaurants.
Hugo, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

What a great experience! Very relaxing, super friendly staff. Lots of filtered water and Wifi available. The pool was kinda small but still nice. And you can definitely have an adventure if you walk out into the streets. I would stay at Bahia Esmeralda again.
Matthew, 7-night trip

8/10 Very good

The staff is very friendly! The location is a short distance from the beach, and in the middle of local restaurants. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. This is not a high-end location. The rooms, surroundings and pool are just enough. Practical and reasonable. Not intended for higher-end tastes. Great location and staff to have an understanding of the local community. Feels like a mom-and-pop business. Welcoming.
Michael, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

I had high hopes for this property, but it was very average. The bar was completely closed, no refrigerator in the rooms and the breakfasts were marginal. We won't be returning.
Ramona, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The room was very small and difficult to manuver arounbd in.

4/10 Fair

Disappointed for the cost per night: very small room with no fridge. No ice available, no restaurant, no safe, no towels for the pool. The breakfast very light, not generous (exemple: only one slice of bread, no jam, etc.) Extremely noisy caused by trucks during the night and morning.
Alain-Robert, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Within walking distance of 6 beaches. Easy uber access to local attractions. Clean, comfortable and friendly. Grocery store and fresh fruit/ veg market across the street.
Sylvia, 7-night trip

6/10 Good

Lugar tranquilo, pero se ve mejor en fotos. En las habitaciones hace falta un espejo grande. El personal de la cocina podría mejorar en servicio al cliente.
Joselyne, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice people
robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We really enjoyed our stay here. Cute hotel. Confortable beds. All we needed to tour around Potrero area. The pizzas were fabulous!
Andreina, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Gorgeous place and affordable, not far from Las Catalinas which prices a bit higher. Walking distance from supermarkets and Liquor stores. Holler monkeys will give you a show at night and will wake you up in the morning but it’s safe specially if anyone is traveling with kids which I did. You will need a Car to go out if you’re planning to have a decent night out but it’s only 13 minutes away. Love this place I’m definitely coming back in December to enjoy the beginning of the summer and scape the winter here in NY.
Jorge, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was friendly and helpful Breakfast was ok
Nadine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nous avons fait un séjour merveilleux à la villa. La piscine, les arbres, les fleurs, tout était féerique! Nous recommandons à 💯.
Martine, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Encontré todo de acuerdo con las expectativas
Mauricio, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

We loved the landscaping and the very clean pool. Our room was made up each time we asked; very nice. We wish there were hammocks, pepper at breakfast, a bar. The cats are special
Walter, 9-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice

Very nice place to stay, really enjoyed it.
William, 3-night trip

2/10 Poor

Terrible Experience at Bahia “Hormigas”

I normally don’t write negative reviews but … you couldn’t pay me to stay at Bahia Esmeralda ever again. Should be called Bahia Pura Hormigas. Property looks nice in the pictures but unfortunately we couldn’t wait to leave this place. Terrible customer service. Terrible breakfast. Terrible insect problem. Terrible beds. Needs a lot of maintenance. Our room was full of bugs; particularly a ridiculous amount of large ants to the point where we didn’t feel comfortable sleeping under the covers or leaving our clothes out of our suitcases. And the beds were very uncomfortable and mattress was super thin. I could’ve dealt with the insects if the rest was good but it wasn’t. My family is from CR so I get that it’s a rainforest and can deal with some critters, but it was that bad. On top of it all the management was incredibly rude to my family, including my senior mom and gave us a hard time for the silliest things. We even got scolded for having my brother drop us off and assist my mom to the room while we carried stuff. And, after commenting on the treatment received, we were approached and confronted by staff. Super unprofessional and uncomfortable. The only positive was outside the rooms where the pool is is nice but we didn’t even use the pool during our 3 night stay because we avoided the hotel as much as possible. Do yourself a favor and pay a little extra to stay elsewhere.
3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff and service were excellent with everything. Very clean and well maintained. Quiet. Nice typical breakfast, if not much variety. Dining area has a nice new bar but it was never open. Would have been nice to have a place to sit and have a drink. Car is needed. Las Brisas was only walkable dining option, great local place. Good thing we liked it.
Donald, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Bahia Esmeralda 👍😃❤️

A gem in Potrero, pretty calm area, near lots of sodas to eat in, close walking distance to Potrero Beach. Service impeccable, great staff.
Peter, 3-night trip