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Hotel Amapola Resort

3.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 2 restaurants and a casino

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Building design
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished
Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Garden View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished
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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished
Hotel Amapola Resort offers a tropical getaway with beach bars serving Italian cuisine. Guests start their day with a full breakfast, then choose between the swim-up bar, casino VIP room, tennis courts, or waterslide. Previous visitors particularly appreciate the attentive staff.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly

Room options

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Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Garden View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Garden View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Standard Apartment | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

Standard Apartment

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 70 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Playa Jaco, Jacó, Puntarenas, 61101

What's nearby

  • Jacó Walk Shopping Center - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Jacó Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • El Miro - 6 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Rainforest Adventures Jaco - 12 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Herradura Beach - 17 min drive - 6.6 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Soda Marea Alta - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hola India Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪El Point - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Morales House - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Jet Fuel - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hotel Amapola Resort

Family-friendly hotel near El Miro
Located close to Rainforest Adventures Jaco, Hotel Amapola Resort provides free full breakfast, a casino, and 10 beach bars. Hit the jackpot at this hotel with amenities such as 2 casino gaming tables, a casino VIP room, and 10 slot machines. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and Italian cuisine. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a swim-up bar and a poolside bar.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with a waterslide, sun loungers, and a swim-up bar
  • Free self parking and extended parking
  • Tennis courts, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a banquet hall
  • Wedding services, multilingual staff, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 61 individually furnished rooms feature thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like safes.
More amenities include:
  • Showers, bidets, and free toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking; reservations required
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) during limited hours on request
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 10 beach bars
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar

Restaurants on site

  • El Mediterraneo

Things to do

  • 10 slot machines
  • 2 gaming tables
  • Basketball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Casino (1,025 square feet of space)
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • 8 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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 - 10:30 PM
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with 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
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CRC 7000 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of CRC 50000 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 15 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room; children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee per child: CRC 10.00 (from 2 to 6 years old)
  • Pet deposit: CRC 50000 per stay
  • Pet fee: CRC 7000 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 and cash
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Amapola Hotel
Amapola Jaco
Hotel Amapola
Hotel Amapola Jaco
Hotel Amapola
Hotel Amapola Resort Jacó
Hotel Amapola Resort Hotel
Hotel Amapola Resort Hotel Jacó

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Amapola Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–11:00 PM.

Is Hotel Amapola Resort pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 15 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of CRC 50000 per stay and a fee of CRC 7000 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Hotel Amapola Resort?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Amapola Resort?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Amapola Resort?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Hotel Amapola Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is Hotel Amapola Resort located?

This family-friendly Jacó hotel is located near the airport, 1.9 mi (3 km) from El Miro, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Rainforest Adventures Jaco and Herradura Beach. Carara National Park is 14.8 mi (23.9 km) away.

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