Bahia Esmeralda
Hotel in Guanacaste Province
2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Air conditioner and more
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About this hotel
Bayside hotel with beach bars and an outdoor pool
This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and 2 beach bars. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include concierge services, express check-out, and tour/ticket assistance.
Change of towels is available on request.
Bahia Esmeralda offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and 2 beach bars. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include concierge services, express check-out, and tour/ticket assistance.
Change of towels is available on request.
Bahia Esmeralda offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Internet / Wifi
Parking
TV
Garden
Map of Guanacaste Province
Available Rooms
Economy Quadruple Room
Beds not specified • 323 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Classic Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette, Garden View
Beds not specified • 646 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Family Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden View
Beds not specified • 969 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Garden View
Beds not specified • 431 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Economy Double Room
Beds not specified • 215 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
Very nice people
5.0 / 10.0
We really enjoyed our stay here. Cute hotel. Confortable beds. All we needed to tour around Potrero area. The pizzas were fabulous!
5.0 / 10.0
We really enjoyed our stay here. Cute hotel. Confortable beds. All we needed to tour around Potrero area. The pizzas were fabulous!
6.0 / 10.0
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.
6.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
Nice place nice garden.
10.0 / 10.0
Nice place nice garden.
10.0 / 10.0
Staff was friendly and helpful
Breakfast was ok
10.0 / 10.0
Staff was friendly and helpful
Breakfast was ok
8.0 / 10.0
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
8.0 / 10.0
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
5.0 / 10.0
Very nice place to stay, really enjoyed it.
5.0 / 10.0
Very nice place to stay, really enjoyed it.
1.0 / 10.0
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.
1.0 / 10.0
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.
8.0 / 10.0
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.
8.0 / 10.0
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.
5.0 / 10.0
A gem in Potrero, pretty calm area, near lots of sodas to eat in, close walking distance to Potrero Beach. Service impeccable, great staff.
5.0 / 10.0
A gem in Potrero, pretty calm area, near lots of sodas to eat in, close walking distance to Potrero Beach. Service impeccable, great staff.
8.0 / 10.0
Beautiful property, great location for a chill vacation. Easy walk to sodas, beach, a small super. Room was in great shape, service was friendly. We wanted a relaxed vacation and it was perfect for that.
There are a few things that were odd, all very minor but would be easy improvements
1. They had us wear wristbands the whole visit. This was odd - it wasnt a HS spring break trip. I don't like having to wear something making me obviously a tourist for security. We didnt see any other hotels doing this
2 - There were any washcloths. We bought one, but it was odd since towels were provided
3 - Our unit had a small kitchen (well appointed) but it would be nice if they provided some basics - salt, pepper, maybe sugar for coffee. The local supers don't sell super small quantities for travelers.
8.0 / 10.0
Beautiful property, great location for a chill vacation. Easy walk to sodas, beach, a small super. Room was in great shape, service was friendly. We wanted a relaxed vacation and it was perfect for that.
There are a few things that were odd, all very minor but would be easy improvements
1. They had us wear wristbands the whole visit. This was odd - it wasnt a HS spring break trip. I don't like having to wear something making me obviously a tourist for security. We didnt see any other hotels doing this
2 - There were any washcloths. We bought one, but it was odd since towels were provided
3 - Our unit had a small kitchen (well appointed) but it would be nice if they provided some basics - salt, pepper, maybe sugar for coffee. The local supers don't sell super small quantities for travelers.
8.0 / 10.0
Personnel, secure parking, location-- all positive
Television...nothing in English...not even CNN--negative
8.0 / 10.0
Personnel, secure parking, location-- all positive
Television...nothing in English...not even CNN--negative
10.0 / 10.0
Very clean. Appropriate. Great price. Very short distance to Penca beach. Very close to good restaurants.
10.0 / 10.0
Very clean. Appropriate. Great price. Very short distance to Penca beach. Very close to good restaurants.
10.0 / 10.0
The courtyard gardens were maintained and fit the need for privacy and enhanced the living spaces. The apartments were clean and simple. Basic living with amenities if wanted. The area local not tourist but close to basic needs. Staff was amazing
10.0 / 10.0
The courtyard gardens were maintained and fit the need for privacy and enhanced the living spaces. The apartments were clean and simple. Basic living with amenities if wanted. The area local not tourist but close to basic needs. Staff was amazing
8.0 / 10.0
Wonderful stay, staff was very helpful and accommodating!!
8.0 / 10.0
Wonderful stay, staff was very helpful and accommodating!!
8.0 / 10.0
We liked the area, close to stores, restaurants and beaches. A bit noisy due to the road. Beds need to be updated, very firm and small.
It’s a great little resort.
8.0 / 10.0
We liked the area, close to stores, restaurants and beaches. A bit noisy due to the road. Beds need to be updated, very firm and small.
It’s a great little resort.
4.0 / 10.0
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.
4.0 / 10.0
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.
8.0 / 10.0
Simple and quiet setting. A little bit too basic, but acceptable. The breakfast isn't great, better buy groceries in a local tienda and cook something simple yourself. The best beach in the area is in Flamingo by Margaritaville
8.0 / 10.0
Simple and quiet setting. A little bit too basic, but acceptable. The breakfast isn't great, better buy groceries in a local tienda and cook something simple yourself. The best beach in the area is in Flamingo by Margaritaville
10.0 / 10.0
It's close to Potrero and Penca beach. It is very clean and room distribution it's excellent to spend for long periods of time. I totally recommend staying at this place.
10.0 / 10.0
It's close to Potrero and Penca beach. It is very clean and room distribution it's excellent to spend for long periods of time. I totally recommend staying at this place.
10.0 / 10.0
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.
FAQs
How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Guanacaste Province?
The average price for a rental in Guanacaste Province is R 3,526 per night. This rental is R 1,125 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this hotel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Bahia Esmeralda. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hotel?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Bahia Esmeralda. Enjoy the water!
Is Bahia Esmeralda pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Bahia Esmeralda?
We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, internet / wifi, parking, and tv.
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