Jaco accommodation from NZ$135

Herradura is an area that is 7 kilometres from the middle of Jaco and has the biggest selection of accommodation options in Jaco. Places to base yourself in Herradura are the Los Sueños Resort & Marina by HRG Vacation and Los Suenos Resort Villas and Condos.

Interested in checking out the sights? The Daystar Bahia Encantada and Jacó Laguna Resort and Beach Club are close to the Neo Fauna. Alternatively, the DayStar Diamante del Sol and Hotel Green might be a good choice. The Hotel Club Del Mar and Club Del Sol are nearby to the Planetarium Arcade. Finally, if your focus is on the Jaco Beach, your closest hotel options include the Terraza Del Pacifico Hotel and Hotel Poseidon.

The Zephyr Palace is positioned 9 kilometres from the middle of Jaco. Or, alternatively, the Forest Hills Suites is situated 6 kilometres away. Another option is to book a bed at the Pumilio Mountain & Ocean Hotel or the Hotel La Dolce Vita.

If you plan to discover even more of this fabulous part of Costa Rica, it's worth staying a few extra nights in the Central Pacific Coast region. Lose yourself amid beaches, forests and mountains, enjoy an afternoon of hiking and sunbathing, or simply visit the attractions big and small. Central Pacific Coast has something for everyone.

It's well known that Australians are pretty chilled, so consider staying a little longer and check out the Victoria Park, Puntarenas Pier and Puntarenas Cathedral, in Puntarenas, 45 kilometres to the northwest of Jaco. The Puerto Azul Hotel & Club Náutico and Cabinas Madeleine are some of the great accommodation options in Puntarenas. Or, you could stay in Quepos, 55 kilometres to the east of Jaco, where you'll find the Hotel Mandarina and Pacifico Lunada. Should you choose to stay in Quepos, be sure to explore the Manuel Antonio National Park, Manuel Antonio Beach and ADR Adventure Park.

Just because you are travelling in Central Pacific Coast, doesn't mean you can't enjoy your obsession for all things sport. You'll find Saprissa Stadium 70 kilometres to the northeast of Jaco. Planning to stay near the action? The Hotel Bougainvillea and the Isla Los Angeles Costa Rica could both be perfect.

Juan Santamaria International Airport is the most convenient gateway to Jaco. Nearby hotels include the Hampton Inn and Suites San Jose Airport and the Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport.