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A hotel with a pool, palm trees, and a sunset view.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering views of the city.

A rooftop terrace with a sofa, chairs, and tables, featuring a sunset view.

A modern bathroom with a bathtub, a shower, and a large mirror.

1. Clarita's Beach Bar & Resort, WorldHotels Elite

Barrio Los Villalobos, 1.7 km from Playa Balsal

Calvin

฿5,227

฿5,907 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.

A covered outdoor seating area with a thatched roof, surrounded by palm trees and a wooden fence.

An outdoor patio with a thatched roof, seating areas, and potted plants.

2. Club Ibiza - Party Hotel & Beach Club

2.7 km from Playa Balsal

Aaron

฿2,167

฿2,449 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A pool area with multiple lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with a red-tiled roof.

A courtyard with a central fountain, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A kitchen with a granite countertop, a built-in island, wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a tiled floor.

A balcony with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a swimming pool and lush greenery.

3. Monte Carlo Luxury Condominiums

2.7 km from Playa Balsal

Monica

฿5,843

฿10,245 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

A resort with multiple swimming pools, lush greenery, and a view of the sea.

A spacious living area with a grand piano, wooden flooring, and a view of the outdoors.

A poolside dining area with a table set for two, surrounded by lush greenery.

An outdoor dining area with tables set for a meal, surrounded by trees and string lights.

4. Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort

3.2 km from Playa Balsal

emilia navarro

฿5,456

฿7,276 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a view of the ocean through floor-to-ceiling windows, and a ceiling fan.

A multi-story hotel with a central atrium, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained lawn.

A table set for two with wine glasses and a candle, overlooking a pool and palm trees at sunset.

5. Crocs Resort & Casino

1.4 km from Playa Balsal

paul

฿5,229

฿5,909 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

An indoor pool area with lounge chairs, a bar, and a thatched roof.

A dimly lit room with a thatched ceiling, wooden furniture, and neon lights on the walls.

A bar with a stage for live music, tables, chairs, and a DJ booth.

A kitchen area with chefs preparing food, including burgers and fries, and various cooking utensils and equipment.

6. Republik Hotel, Bistro and Disco on Site

3 km from Playa Balsal

Abelardo

฿3,528

฿3,987 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, with buildings and trees in the background.

A bedroom with a stone wall, a bed with a decorative headboard, a bench, and a window with a view.

A room with a stone wall, a bed with a quilt, a refrigerator, and a window with curtains.

A two-story building with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a large tree in the foreground.

7. Hotel Mar de Luz

2.7 km from Playa Balsal

Arunkumar

฿2,958

฿3,342 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

A coastal cityscape with a beach, buildings, and hills.

A hotel room with two beds, a wardrobe, a desk with a chair, and an air conditioning unit.

An interior with a tiled floor, a bar area, stools, and hanging decorations.

A spacious room with a tiled floor, wicker furniture, a bar area, and a ceiling fan.

8. Hotel Cabinas Jacomar

2.8 km from Playa Balsal

Cesar

฿2,012

฿2,273 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a two-story building with balconies.

A coastal resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a beach view.

A covered outdoor area with a pathway lined with plants and a building with multiple arches and brick accents.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a television on the left.

9. Hotel Pochote Grande

Barrio Los Villalobos, 1.5 km from Playa Balsal

Lorraine

฿3,267

฿3,692 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A pool area with lounge chairs and palm trees, overlooking a body of water.

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a painting, a view of palm trees, and a balcony.

A reception desk with a marble top, a digital tablet, and a framed abstract painting on the wall.

A beach view with palm trees, a parking area, and a distant shoreline.

10. Paradise Jaco Beach Front

2.7 km from Playa Balsal

Deysi

฿3,216

฿3,634 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A wooden deck with a table set for dining, surrounded by yellow cushioned stools, overlooking a beach with palm trees.

A modern room with a large window overlooking a beach, a wooden reception desk, and a display of decorative vases.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a swimming pool, surrounded by palm trees and a building with multiple balconies.

A balcony with a view of a beach and palm trees.

11. Lia Hotel Jaco - Exclusively for Adults, WorldHotels Crafted

2.3 km from Playa Balsal

Erica

฿3,528

฿3,987 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A sunset over the ocean with palm trees silhouetted against the sky.

A rustic bar area with wooden furniture and a view of palm trees.

A beach view with palm trees and a sunset.

A rectangular swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a low white fence, palm trees, and a small patio area with outdoor furniture.

12. Gallina E Palo Beachfront Hotel

3 km from Playa Balsal

Reuben

฿2,793

฿3,157 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of a swimming pool.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a hanging light fixture, and a view of a bathroom.

A pool area with a clear blue pool, a covered seating area with chairs, and surrounding tropical plants.

A spacious indoor area with a pool table, comfortable seating, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

13. Ela Kosher Hotel and Jewish Center

3.1 km from Playa Balsal

Asaf

฿2,986

฿3,374 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

A hotel with a sign reading "Rock Hotel Los 4 Grandes" and outdoor seating areas with tables and chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a painting, and a ceiling fan.

A wooden table with a tree stump base, surrounded by a vase of flowers, a parrot figurine, and a few books.

A covered corridor with wooden beams, potted plants, and a tiled floor.

14. Cadillac Rock Hotel - Adults Only

2.4 km from Playa Balsal

James

฿2,483

฿2,806 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A nighttime swimming pool with blue lighting, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and an umbrella, overlooking a cityscape.

A spacious living area with a dining table, chairs, a glass coffee table, a ceiling fan, and a TV mounted on the wall.

15. Jaco Sol Quad Plex

2.6 km from Playa Balsal

฿9,801

฿13,035 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a sunset sky.

A person receiving a massage outdoors with a lake and greenery in the background.

A room with a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the sea and palm trees.

A spacious living area with a round wooden table, comfortable seating, a ceiling fan, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

16. Hotel Club Del Mar

4.8 km from Playa Balsal

William

฿5,822

฿6,579 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A room with a bed, a chair, and a view of the ocean.

An aerial view of a resort with multiple bungalow-style accommodations, arranged in rows with a beach view.

A room with a bed, a sofa, a small table with glasses, and a TV.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a thatched umbrella, and a view of the sea.

17. Amarena Canvas Beach Hotel

Hermosa Palms, 10.3 km from Playa Balsal

Mindy

฿8,777

฿9,918 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A hotel with a pool surrounded by rocks and plants, a balcony with a railing, and a well-lit interior.

A multi-story building with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a rock garden.

A modern building with a flat roof and triangular windows.

A modern bathroom with a glass door leading to a private outdoor area, a shower, and a small seating area with a table and chairs.

18. Pumilio Mountain & Ocean Hotel

4.6 km from Playa Balsal

Sarita

฿3,763

฿4,252 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

19. Casa Jungla Hostel

4.4 km from Playa Balsal

Hendrika

฿1,572

฿1,776 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A wooden table set with breakfast, including eggs, toast, and a fruit salad, with a view of greenery in the background.

A room with a bed and a view of a lush garden and a pond.

A house with a thatched roof, a waterfall, and lush greenery.

A rustic house with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a small waterfall.

20. Macaw Lodge

18.6 km from Playa Balsal

Romin

฿3,696

฿4,667 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

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Compare popular hotels close to Playa Balsal

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Clarita's Beach Bar & Resort, WorldHotels Elite	9.4 Exceptional 35 reviews	View
Club Ibiza - Party Hotel & Beach Club	9.2 Wonderful 561 reviews	View
Monte Carlo Luxury Condominiums	9.4 Exceptional 103 reviews	View
Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Crocs Resort & Casino	8.8 Excellent 1,019 reviews	View

Top Playa Balsal Hotel Reviews

Crocs Resort & Casino

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome place Highly recommend Service 10/10 BUENA VIDA"

Claritas Beach Bar & Resort, Worldhotels Elite

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic room with no noise from air conditioning but nice chilly space to rest in after time out in the hot humid weather. Pools were nice with comfortable seating. If I was going to complain about anything, the pricing in the restaurant was a bit steep - but you are right on the beach. About a 5-7 minute walk to the busy town area which is perfect to keep the space quiet while still being convenient."

Océano Boutique Hotel & Bistró

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel stay was once jd the best we have had in Costa Rica! Zero complaints or areas of improvement . We had a Mountain View with kitchen and it was worth every cent ! Can’t wait to go back!! Thank you for great memories ! Saw scarlet macaws from the balcony - truly magical !"

Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Great resort …Breakfast is awesome but rest if the food is mediocre."

Lia Hotel Jaco - Exclusively for Adults, WorldHotels Crafted

8/10 Good

"Big changes made from old property. Like a South Beach hotel now."

Viva Jaco

10/10 Excellent

"Enough room for 4 people plus the couch, perfect location and view in Jaco, 2 minute walk to beach 11 minute drive to rainforest waterfall tour. J Good pools, enough space and home comforts. Good spot to explore the region and gated security."

Contemporary Viva Jaco Residences Suite With Pool

8/10 Good

"Property was clean, pool area was immaculate"

Other attractions near Playa Balsal

A green parrot with a red face and white beak perched on a chain.

Neo Fauna

8.4/10 (159 reviews)

See the exotic and native animals who live at Neo Fauna during your travels in Jacó. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.

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A coastal landscape with a beach, a town, and surrounding hills.

Jacó Beach

8.6/10 (2,737 reviews)

Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Jacó Beach, a popular beach in Jacó. You can seek out the surfing spots and local tours in this relaxing area.

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A beach with waves, a forested hill, and boats in the water.

Herradura Beach

8.4/10 (1,060 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Herradura Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Herradura. Stroll along the marina in this relaxing area or seek out the golf courses.

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Teatro Jacó

8.6/10 (113 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Teatro Jacó on your trip to Jacó. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the surfing spots.

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Jacó Walk Shopping Center

9.0/10 (85 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Jacó Walk Shopping Center during your stay in Jacó. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.

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Auto Mercado Herradura

9.2/10 (400 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Auto Mercado Herradura during your trip to Herradura. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Jacó Viewpoint

Learn about the local history of Jacó when you spend time at Jacó Viewpoint. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or seek out the surfing spots.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Playa Balsal?

Playa Balsal is located in Jacó. Travellers love the area for its beautiful beaches, bar scene and surfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 77 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Playa Balsal?

Crocs Resort & Casino is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a casino. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Playa Balsal. Other good options within a few miles include Best Western Jaco Beach All-Inclusive Resort and Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort.

How many hotels are there near Playa Balsal?

Expedia has 77 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Playa Balsal.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Playa Balsal, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Playa Balsal.

What can I see and do near Playa Balsal?

Lounge by the water at Jacó Beach and Herradura Beach. Explore nature at Rainforest Adventures Jaco and Herradura Bay. A trip to Jacó Walk Shopping Center and Auto Mercado Herradura might be just the ticket for souvenir shopping.

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Our top choices for Playa Balsal hotels

1. Clarita's Beach Bar & Resort, WorldHotels Elite

2. Club Ibiza - Party Hotel & Beach Club

3. Monte Carlo Luxury Condominiums

4. Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort

5. Crocs Resort & Casino

6. Republik Hotel, Bistro and Disco on Site

7. Hotel Mar de Luz

8. Hotel Cabinas Jacomar

9. Hotel Pochote Grande

10. Paradise Jaco Beach Front

11. Lia Hotel Jaco - Exclusively for Adults, WorldHotels Crafted

12. Gallina E Palo Beachfront Hotel

13. Ela Kosher Hotel and Jewish Center

14. Cadillac Rock Hotel - Adults Only

15. Jaco Sol Quad Plex

16. Hotel Club Del Mar

17. Amarena Canvas Beach Hotel

18. Pumilio Mountain & Ocean Hotel

19. Casa Jungla Hostel

20. Macaw Lodge

Compare popular hotels close to Playa Balsal

Top Playa Balsal Hotel Reviews

Crocs Resort & Casino

Claritas Beach Bar & Resort, Worldhotels Elite

Océano Boutique Hotel & Bistró

Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort

Lia Hotel Jaco - Exclusively for Adults, WorldHotels Crafted

Viva Jaco

Contemporary Viva Jaco Residences Suite With Pool

Other attractions near Playa Balsal

Neo Fauna

Jacó Beach

Herradura Beach

Teatro Jacó

Jacó Walk Shopping Center

Auto Mercado Herradura

Jacó Viewpoint

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