With a nearly four-mile crescent stretch of sand, legendarily strong tides, and waves that draw surfers from all over the world, the oceanside town of Jacó has spent decades welcoming visitors to cute condos and beach rentals. Less than an hour and a half from the airport, this town of roughly 10,000 residents has made a name for itself with vibrant nightlife, an impressive variety of outdoor recreation, and its close proximity to the capital city of San José. Leave the stresses of city life far behind and escape to one of our Jacó vacation rentals, where you'll find sun, sand, and surf.
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Yes, 13 of our Jaco homes allow dogs—so feel free to bring Fido along. (Just make sure to check individual home listings for any limits on the number and size of dogs they allow).
Browse dog-friendly homes >Yes. 103 of our Jaco vacation rentals have internet access, so you can stay connected throughout your trip.
Browse homes with internet access >Absolutely. Our local Jaco team includes professional housekeepers who care for all our homes here. They’ll clean thoroughly and restock amenities, so everything is ready for your arrival—and all you have to do is settle in and relax.
Learn more about Vacasa Premium Clean >At a mere 60 miles southwest of San José - less than two hours away by car - Jacó is the closest major beach town to the capital. The broad, arc-shaped Playa Jacó sits in the center of the coastal region of Puntarenas, at the convergence of the Gulf of Nicoya and the great Pacific Ocean. You'll be just six miles north of Playa Hermosa, six miles south of Playa Herradura, and 13 miles south of Carara National Park.
Outdoor activities abound in Jacó, as visitors easily find opportunities for ATV tours, boating, kayaking, horseback riding, and deep sea fishing. But this laid-back resort town is all about the beach, whether you're building sandcastles, soaking in the sun, or paddling out to catch seven-foot waves.
The clean, calm, and scenic Playa Jacó is a favorite among sandcastle builders and sunbathers, whereas Playa Herradura to the north offers a more mountainous and tranquil landscape, as well as a 200-slip marina and 18-hole golf course. Perhaps the most famous beach among surfers, though, is Playa Hermosa to the south, which has hosted International Quicksilver Championships and the International Surfing Association World Surfing Games.
After a day on the sand, join the rest of the beach-goers and backpackers at Jacó's many bars and restaurants. You'll find the freshest fish tacos at the Taco Bar, a constantly changing menu of international cuisine at Lemon Zest, and one of the most scenic settings for sunset cocktails at El Hicaco.
Thanks to their convenient position on the central Pacific coast, our Jacó condo rentals provide visitors with easy access to some of Costa Rica's most celebrated national parks.
Head 20 miles north to reach Carara National Park, where you can watch crocodiles from the Tárcoles River Bridge or observe a thriving population of wild scarlet macaws. You could also drive 49 miles southeast to Manuel Antonio National Park, where visitors can explore tropical forests and white sand beaches, admire 184 species of birds, and glimpse up to 109 species of mammals that include howler monkeys, endangered squirrel monkeys, and three-toed sloths.
Enjoy one of the most scenic landscapes in all of Central America. Our Jacó vacation rentals will bring your tropical dreams to life.
