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Bahia Esmeralda

2.0 star property
Bayside hotel with beach bars and outdoor pool

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Beach nearby, white sand, 2 beach bars
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Superior Room, Garden View | View from room
Front of property
Superior Room | View from room

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept

Explore the area

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100 metros Este de la Plaza Deportiva, Tempate, Guanacaste, 50308
  • Penca Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Playa Potrero
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Flamingo Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

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Economy Double Room

Economy Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Ensuite

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

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Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Comfort Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Quadruple Room

Economy Quadruple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room | View from room

Superior Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette, Garden View

Classic Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

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Deluxe Villa

Deluxe Villa

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, Garden View

Superior Room, Garden View

Superior Room, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden View

Family Suite, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 90 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Trundle Bed and 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Potrero

Bahia Esmeralda places you in the centre of Tempate, within a 30-minute stroll of Penca Beach and Playa Prieta. Highlights at this hotel include 2 beach bars, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a garden. Plus you'll find express check-out, multilingual staff and luggage storage. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Tempate hotel include Flamingo Beach and Danta Beach.

What's nearby

  • Penca Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Playa Potrero - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Playa Prieta - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Flamingo Beach - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Danta Beach - 12 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Forketta Food - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Shack - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Pleamar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Las Brisas - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hemingway's - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Bahia Esmeralda

Bayside hotel with beach bars and outdoor pool
There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 beach bars. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Bahia Esmeralda. Self parking is free.

This Tempate hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars on the beach
  • Built in 1996
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Dining venue
Bahia Esmeralda offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: CRC 4,500 to 10,000 for adults and CRC 4,500 to 10,000 for children
  • 2 beach bars
  • A restaurant
  • Hosted evening meal available on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday for a fee of CRC 10,000; reservation required

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1996
  • Communal living room
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Bahia Esmeralda

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: CRC 62000 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CRC 4500 to 10000 for adults and CRC 4500 to 10000 for children
  • Hosted evening meal: CRC 10000

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Eurocard, debit cards and cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
    For guests' safety, the property includes window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Bahia Esmeralda Aparthotel
Bahia Esmeralda Aparthotel Potrero
Bahia Esmeralda Potrero
Bahia Esmeralda Costa Rica/Playa Potrero
Bahia Esmeralda Santa Cruz
Bahia Esmeralda Hotel Potrero
Bahia Esmeralda Hotel
Bahia Esmeralda Hotel
Bahia Esmeralda Tempate
Bahia Esmeralda Hotel Tempate

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Bahia Esmeralda?

Yep, Bahia Esmeralda has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Bahia Esmeralda?

As of 18 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bahia Esmeralda on 21 Sept 2025 start from AU$132.47, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Bahia Esmeralda?

Yep, Bahia Esmeralda is a short 13-minute walk from Playa Potrero. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, surfing and snorkelling. You can also find boat tours.

Does Bahia Esmeralda have a pool?

Bahia Esmeralda has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Does Bahia Esmeralda serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order brekkie is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bahia Esmeralda?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Bahia Esmeralda?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Bahia Esmeralda's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Bahia Esmeralda?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Bahia Esmeralda?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.