The pool is the best thing about this place. It is clean, comfortable and nice place to relax. Since Jaco beach is mainly for surfers, this is the main advantage of this hotel. On the down side, the place is very dated and small. We felt cramped. Bedspreads, towels and furnishings were threadbare. They were renovating, which is good, but we had to listen to construction on the roof for 2 days. The breakfast was adequate, but service was lacking. I always got my own coffee. The manager and service staff only came to clear your plate when you were done. This kind of service just didn't match with the rest of our experience with Tradewinds.
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Hotel Amapola
Good to Know
Hotel Amapola offers a convenient base in Jacó, providing a tranquil retreat just a short walk from the Pacific shore and the town's vibrant shops and entertainment. Guests can unwind in spacious rooms, by the tropical garden-edged swimming pool, or in Jacuzzi tubs. The hotel features an on-site restaurant serving local and international cuisine, alongside a casino for evening entertainment. It serves as an ideal hub for coastal adventures, town exploration, and comfortable relaxation.
A Jacó base with room to unwind
A walk to Jacó’s Pacific shore, a stroll past the town’s shops, then a return to a pool edged by tropical gardens: Hotel Amapola lets a beach-town day change pace. The beach is a short walk away rather than directly outside your room, while restaurants, shops and entertainment in Jacó help make the town itself part of the vacation.
A garden-framed return
Spacious rooms with modern comforts provide a welcoming retreat after exploring. Back on the grounds, the swimming pool and Jacuzzi tubs give you ways to unwind before the next outing. You can spend an active morning along the coast and still keep some of the afternoon for the gardens and hotel.
Evenings at the hotel, days around Jacó
An on-site restaurant serves local and international dishes, useful when you would like dinner without another trip into town. The hotel’s casino adds an evening option too. You can choose a meal and entertainment on the grounds, or venture back into Jacó’s lively streets for a different version of the night.
Surfing, zip-lining and rainforest hikes broaden the stay beyond a walk to the beach. Staff can answer questions and recommend local attractions, helping you match those possibilities to your own interests. Amapola works well when you want coastal adventures and town life alongside the familiar pleasure of returning for a swim, a comfortable room and a meal at the hotel.
Choosing a beach-town base in Jacó
- A short walk reaches Jacó’s Pacific shore; choose the hotel for beach-town access rather than a beachfront room.
- Spacious rooms with modern comforts provide a welcoming return after a day in town or outdoors.
- Tropical gardens frame the swimming pool, and Jacuzzi tubs add another way to unwind on the grounds.
- An on-site restaurant serves local and international dishes, letting dinner stay at the hotel when you prefer.
- The hotel’s casino gives you an evening option alongside Jacó’s restaurants and entertainment.
- Town shops, restaurants and lively streets are part of the attraction for travelers who want to explore the local culture.
- Surfing, zip-lining and rainforest hikes widen the itinerary; staff assistance and local recommendations help you choose outings.
Stay details
- Number of rooms
- 70
- Check-in
- 14:00
- Check-out
- 12:00
Hotel Styles
- Midrange
- Spa
- Sustainable
Hotel Amenities
- Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Room Service
- Pool
- Spa
- Fitness Room
- Casino
- Game Room
- Conference Room
- Handicap
- Parking
- WiFi
- WiFi Free
- Laundry Service
- Air Conditioning
- Cable TV
Hotel location
Jaco
Explore the hotel location on the map
Latitude: 9.610493; longitude: -84.620293
Guest ratings and reviews
Pacific Trade Winds customer ratings and reviews.
- Overall
- 73%4 guest ratings
- Cleanliness
- 70%
- Expectations
- 73%
- Staff
- 70%
- Comfort
- 68%
- Value
- 70%
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Wonderful accommodations, great location!
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Hotel Amapola located?
Hotel Amapola is located in Jacó, a short walk from the Pacific shore and the town's shops, restaurants, and entertainment.
What amenities are available at Hotel Amapola?
Hotel Amapola offers spacious rooms with modern comforts, a swimming pool framed by tropical gardens, Jacuzzi tubs, an on-site restaurant, and a casino.
Does Hotel Amapola have dining options?
Yes, Hotel Amapola features an on-site restaurant that serves both local and international dishes.
What activities can guests enjoy near Hotel Amapola?
Guests can enjoy surfing, zip-lining, rainforest hikes, and exploring Jacó's lively streets, shops, and entertainment. Hotel staff can also provide recommendations for local attractions.
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