Playa Hermosa · Costa Rica
Your unhurried guide to everything nearby
pure vida
Welcome to Sloth Life. You're front row on one of Costa Rica's finest surf breaks, surrounded by 5 miles of pristine beach and more wildlife than you can count. We've hand-picked only our most trusted spots — places with stellar reviews and the Sloth Life stamp of approval.
Look out for the ✦ Sloth Life Partner badge — these are operators we personally know and trust, who offer our guests a special price. Just mention SlothLife when you book.
🏡 Your House Guide
Everything you need to know about Sloth Life Beach House — from WiFi to filtered ice cubes.
💧 Filtered Water & Ice — Every Floor
PREMIUM TOUCH
One of our favorite details: filtered water is available on every floor of the house — drink straight from the tap anywhere. And every fridge has filtered ice cubes. No bottled water needed. No ice trays. Just pure, clean water the moment you want it, wherever you are in the house.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Bring a reusable water bottle and fill it up before every adventure. You're set from the moment you arrive.
📶 WiFi & Internet
Two Connections
We have two independent internet connections — fiber optic and cable — so you should never have any connectivity issues. Smart TVs are in every room with cable television and VPN included. The WiFi credentials are posted in each room and on the fridge.
🦥 Sloth Tip: If one connection is slow, switch to the other. Both passwords are posted in the kitchen. Works and streams from every corner of the house.
👤 Brian Engstrom — Your Concierge
On Property
Brian is our Property Manager and Customer Experience Manager — your first call for anything. From excursions and restaurant reservations to house questions and local tips, Brian has you covered. He knows every operator, every shortcut, and every secret spot worth knowing.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Contact Brian before your trip to pre-arrange excursions — top operators fill up fast in high season. He speaks the language of Pura Vida fluently.
📞 Brian Engstrom · Property Manager
Contact details provided at check-in · Available daily
🔒 Security & Check-In
Safe & Easy
The community has onsite armed security every night — you'll see them on the grounds. Check-in is contactless with a keypad — instructions are sent before arrival. The house faces west with no obstructions to the Pacific, and the gated community adds an extra layer of peace of mind.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Check-in after 4 PM, checkout before 10 AM. Uber picks up directly from the house — works reliably in this area.
🍳 The Kitchens
Two Full Kitchens
Two complete kitchens — one per main floor grouping — with gas stoves, dishwashers, high-end appliances, and filtered water at every tap. Fully stocked with cookware, utensils, coffee equipment, and everything you need. Perfect for big group meals or quiet breakfasts before a surf session.
🦥 Sloth Tip: "I love to cook and this kitchen helped make our meals events." — Pat Swan, guest. Stock up at Auto Mercado or Mas x Menos and cook at least one big dinner. The roasted chicken from Auto Mercado is a cheat code.
🏊 The Pool
Community · No Reservation
The community pool and pavilion are available to all guests — no reservation needed. Head over any time. Perfect for the midday heat between surf sessions or as a cooling-down spot after a morning adventure.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Mid-morning and late afternoon are the sweet spots — sunny but not peak heat. Towels available at the house.
🌅 Sunsets — Every Evening
West Facing
The house faces due west. Every evening the Pacific puts on a private sunset show directly in front of you — from any deck on any floor. No agenda needed. The best seat in the house is whichever deck you choose.
🦥 Sloth Tip: "The view of the sunsets is perfect." — Stanley Goldberg, guest. Get on the deck 20 minutes before sunset with a drink. That's the whole instruction.
🌊 Live Beach Conditions
Real-time data so you know exactly what's waiting for you before you step outside.
Beach Conditions Dashboard
Live · Updated Continuously
We built a live conditions page just for our guests — surf heights, tide charts, swell forecasts, moon phase, water temperature, sunrise/sunset times, and a live beach camera (coming soon). Check it before you paddle out, plan your day around the tides, or just watch the sunset countdown.
🦥 Sloth Tip: The 7-day swell forecast is your best friend for planning surf days. The tide chart tells you when the beach is at its widest and most walkable. Bookmark this page on your phone before you arrive.
🌊 Live Beach Conditions
slothhousecr.com/info · Updated in real time · Optimized for mobile
🏔️ Sightseeing
The views and places that make you stop scrolling and just stare.
El Miro
HikE
A moderate hike above Playa Jaco with spectacular lookout views over the coastline. The ruins at the top are covered in remarkable graffiti art. Go for sunrise or sunset — both are extraordinary. Walk from our place (+2 hrs there and back) or drive. Two access points: the mountain road near our place, or across from the Delta Gas station in Jaco. Small fee to the parking attendant means he watches your car.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Grab a cold coconut water from the street vendor at the base. Watch for monkeys near the top — curious and shameless about snacks.
★ 4.7 · 1,798 reviews 🆓 Free ⏰ Open 24 hrs
Jaco Beach
Beach Day
Jaco Beach is a whole vibe — great for long walks, beach restaurants, frolicking in the ocean, surf lessons, cold drinks, and watching the sun melt into the Pacific. The main strip buzzes with energy day and night. Come for the afternoon and let the evening unfold naturally.
🦥 Sloth Tip: The northern end is quieter. Center and south have the restaurants and the scene. These waves are powerful — respect them.
★ 4.4 · 1,908 reviews 🚗 ~5 min 🏄 World-class surf
Villa Caletas
Sunset Destination
A stunning clifftop hotel perched above the jungle with one of the most dramatic panoramic sunset views in all of Costa Rica. Come for cocktails at the amphitheater terrace as the sun drops — you don't need to be a guest. Lush gardens, incredible service, and food that matches the setting.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Drive up for sunset cocktails — the views are extraordinary and worth the detour. The narrow lane up is very Costa Rica, totally worth it.
★ 4.6 · 1,348 reviews 🚗 ~20 min north ⏰ Open 24 hrs
Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort
Resort & Marina
Affluent oceanside neighborhood with 5-star luxury, the picturesque La Iguana Golf Course, golden-sand Bahía Herradura, a full marina, deep-sea fishing, village shopping, cafes, eateries, and a great steakhouse.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Even if you're not staying, the marina walk and village shops make a lovely afternoon. Golf course views are among the most scenic in Costa Rica.
★ 4.7 · 5,901 reviews 🚗 ~15 min north ⛳ La Iguana Golf Course
🌿 Nature & Tours
Costa Rica's wildlife doesn't wait — and neither should you. Our partner operators offer Sloth Life guests a special price — just say who sent you.
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Vamos Jacó Tours
ATV · Jet Ski · Surf
Our go-to adventure operator — they own their fleet of ATVs, jet skis, side-by-sides, and surf equipment, so the quality is consistently exceptional. The ATV tours wind through mountain jungle, stop at waterfalls, a mango farm, local sodas, and offer views of the Pacific that you'll talk about for years. Guides Gabriel and Pachi are legends. Also offer jet ski tours and surf lessons with pickup from Hermosa, Jaco, and Herradura.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Ask for Pachi or Gabriel by name. Tell them you're from Sloth Life Beach House for your special rate. The full-day ATV is worth every minute.
📞 Book Direct
+506 8774 7250 · vamosjacotours.com
Mon–Sun 8 AM–5 PM (phone support until 8 PM)
★ 5.0 · 20 reviews 🚗 Pickup from Hermosa ⏰ 8 AM–5 PM daily
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Mangrove Monkey Tour / Chino
Wildlife Boat
A beautiful boat tour through the mangroves of Isla Damas — wild sloths, monkeys, crocodiles, toucans, iguanas, bats, turtles, and birds in their natural habitat. Chino and his guides know the monkeys by name. The monkeys climb right onto the boat. One of the most magical wildlife experiences in Costa Rica. Gift shop and empanadas on site. Look for signs on Costanera 34 saying "Monkey Mangrove Tour."
🦥 Sloth Tip: Wild sloths in their natural habitat — this one is non-negotiable. Mention Sloth Life Beach House when you book for our special rate.
📞 Book Direct
+506 7299 8122 · Cash only on site
Daily 8 AM–3:30 PM · Costanera 34, Isla Damas
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Planet Dolphin Catamaran
Catamaran · Manuel Antonio
A spectacular full-day catamaran experience out of Marina Pez Vela in Quepos — the perfect add-on to a Manuel Antonio day trip. Their own catamaran with boat slides, snorkeling, open bar, fresh food, and a crew that guests describe as exceptional. Dolphins are a regular sighting; humpback whales show up too when the season is right. The crew will have you feeling like a celebrity from the moment you step on board.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Combine with a Manuel Antonio park morning and finish the day on the water. Mention Sloth Life Beach House when you book for our special rate. Great for families and groups.
📞 Book Direct
+506 8417 6449 · Marina Pez Vela, Quepos
Daily 8 AM–8 PM
★ 4.6 · 226 reviews 🚗 ~1.5 hrs south (Quepos)
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Manuel Antonio National Park
Day Trip · Ask for Ricardo
One of Costa Rica's most famous national parks — rainforest trails lead to white-sand beaches with crystal-clear water. Monkeys, sloths, toucans, scarlet macaws, and more. Tickets sell out so buy online in advance. We have a personal connection with Ricardo Rodriguez, a certified guide with over 30 years of experience at the park. He knows every corner, every animal family, and will show you things you would never find on your own.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Request Ricardo directly — contact him before your visit, mention Sloth Life, and he'll take care of you. Closed Tuesdays. Head to the second beach on the trail for fewer crowds and more beauty.
🌿 Ricardo Rodriguez — Your Guide
📧 rirobarth7@gmail.com · WhatsApp Business
Mon–Sun 7 AM–4 PM · 30+ years at Manuel Antonio
★ 4.5 · 24,406 park reviews 🚗 ~1.5 hrs south ⏰ Wed–Mon 7 AM–3 PM
Vista Los Sueños Adventure Park
Adventure Park
Ten minutes outside Jaco — horseback riding, ATV tours through jungle and mountains, canyoning, chocolate tours, and 12-zip ziplining with a 1,500-meter top line. They own the park and all the trails. The ATV tour passes through Jacó Falls and stops at Rancho Shadday for Marta's legendary empanadas.
🦥 Sloth Tip: The ATV + Jaco Falls + Rancho Shadday combo is the perfect mountain morning. Book ahead — fills fast in high season.
★ 4.8 · 1,662 reviews 🚗 ~10 min (near Herradura) ⏰ 7 AM–5 PM daily
Rainmaker
Waterfall Hike
Waterfalls, tide pools, a great hike, and a spot for lunch. Natural swimming pools beneath the falls, hanging bridges over the treetops, and that wonderful jungle quiet. Wear your swimsuit. Restaurant on site.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Spend at least 2 hours here. Bring water shoes. The swimming holes are the payoff — take your time getting there.
★4.7 · 1,323 reviews 🚗 ~1 hr south ⏰ 7:30 AM–6 PM daily
José's Crocodile River Tour
River Safari
All kinds of birds and crocs on the Tárcoles River. The guides are funny, deeply knowledgeable, and have named the crocodiles like old friends. Guests regularly see 20+ crocs per tour — one of the best wildlife experiences on the entire Central Pacific.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Morning tours are best for birdlife. Ask for Jesus as your guide — he's legendary.
★ 4.8 · 1,106 reviews 🚗 ~40 min north in Tárcoles ⏰ 6 AM–6 PM daily
Jacó Falls
Hidden Gem
Primary jungle, real waterfalls you can walk behind, and the kind of forest quiet that only exists deep in the wild. Free entry — sign a waiver. Best reached as part of an ATV tour from Vista Los Sueños.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Combine with Rancho Shadday for empanadas and mountain views. The perfect mountain morning.
★ 4.7 · Hidden gem 🆓 Free (sign waiver) 🚗 ~15 min by ATV from Jaco
🍽️ Food Scene
Every place on this list has earned its spot. Only stellar reviews make the cut.
Steps Away · 4.9★
Right here in Playa Hermosa — a beautiful healthy café serving açaí bowls, Buddha bowls, pitaya smoothies, fresh juices, and kava lattes. The entire menu is 100% gluten-free. Clean ingredients, real flavors, relaxed atmosphere. One of the best breakfast and lunch spots in the area and practically on your doorstep.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Start your morning here before a surf session or yoga. The pitaya smoothie and Buddha bowl are the move. Closed Tuesdays.
★ 4.9 · 314 reviews 🚶 Steps from the house ⏰ Wed–Mon 8 AM–5 PM
Animal Restaurant
Playa Hermosa · 4.8★
Modern, stylish, and completely relaxed — right here in Playa Hermosa. The tuna tataki is sensational, the steak is extraordinary, and the passion fruit cheesecake is unforgettable. Entirely gluten-free kitchen. Garden dining, kids' trampoline, great wine list. One of the best restaurants in the whole area.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Walk over for a special dinner. The tuna tataki and pork belly are highlights. Reserve on weekends. Closed Tuesdays.
★ 4.8 · 150 reviews 🚶 Right in Playa Hermosa ⏰ Wed–Mon Noon–10 PM
✦ Sloth Life Partner
Free Chili Guaro Shot
Vida Hermosa Bar & Restaurant
Beachfront Here
Weekly pro surf competitions on Saturday afternoons — grab a drink and watch the sunset from the patio. Epic beach parties in high season. Some of the best ceviche on the Central Pacific, fresh sushi, and cocktails that match the setting. Practically in your front yard.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Mention Sloth Life Beach House and get a free chili guaro shot on arrival. Saturday afternoons with the surf comp are electric. Say hi to the pig.
🎁 Your Sloth Life Perk
Mention "Sloth Life Beach House" for a complimentary chili guaro shot!
★ 4.5 · 1,611 reviews 🚶 Walking distance ⏰ 7 AM–10/11 PM
Cafetería Brioche
Breakfast · 4.8★
A beautiful French-style café in Jaco with exceptional coffee, fresh-baked pastries, breakfast sandwiches, and the best chocolate pistachio croissant you'll find outside of Paris. The chai latte, BLT, pesto bread, and nutella cookie are all outstanding. Owner Brenda is exceptionally warm.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Go on a slow morning when you want to sit, sip, and take your time. Order more than you think you need.
★4.8 · 206 reviews 🚗 ~8 min (north Jaco) ⏰ Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
Koko
Beachfront · Jaco
A great beachfront restaurant with good food and great views of Jaco Beach. Request a table on the sand when you reserve. Live music on weekends. Coconut shrimp, ceviche, and tuna bowl are perennial favorites while the Pacific puts on its nightly show.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Reserve ahead — it fills up at sunset. Arrive at golden hour for a drink first..
★ 4.6 · 1,085 reviews 🚗 ~5 min ⏰ 7:30 AM–10 PM daily
Graffiti Wine Bistro
Upscale Dinner
The most acclaimed upscale dinner spot in Jaco, inside Jaco Walk. Fresh seafood, great wine, exceptional cocktails, and service that makes you feel like a regular from the first visit. The filet, fresh catch, and pork belly are standouts. NYC-level food, Costa Rica setting.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Make a reservation. Order the key lime pie. Dinner only, 5 PM onwards.
★ 4.6 · 450 reviews 🚗 ~5 min (inside Jaco Walk) ⏰ 5–10 PM daily
Lemon Zest
Dinner · Jaco
A great dinner spot on the second floor in Jaco with a lovely tropical atmosphere. The Dorado in lemon sauce is exceptional, lobster francaise is a repeat-visit staple, and owners Richard and Nellie come out to chat after your meal. Regulars come back night after night.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Lobster bites and enchiladas with mole sauce are standouts. Above Amancio's Pizza, 50m south of Mas x Menos..
★ 4.5 · 176 reviews 🚗 ~5 min ⏰ 5–10 PM daily
Jerah Restaurant
Dinner · Jaco
Delicious Thai food with a bakery too. Cash only. Open-air second-floor sanctuary with a breeze and the best yellow curry and pad thai in Costa Rica. Generous portions. Entirely gluten-free kitchen. Cats roam freely — this is a feature.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Cash only. Ask for Patrick. The herbal teas are genuinely special.
★4.7 · 967 reviews 💵 Cash only ⏰ Noon–10 PM daily
Marea Alta
Locals' Choice
This is where you come for the real authentic chifrijo — beans, rice, pork, fresh pico de gallo, and chips done exactly the way it should be. Locals point here without hesitation when asked where to find the best chifrijo in Jaco. Great for breakfast too. Open 24 hours, always there for you.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Order the chifrijo. You cannot come to Costa Rica and leave without having a proper chifrijo — this is the place to do it.
★4.3 · 1,121 reviews 🚗 ~5 min ⏰ Open 24 hours
Restaurant Los Almendros
Hidden Gem · 4.8★
A hidden gem in Esterillos Oeste, about 30 minutes down the coast. Inventive menu, gorgeous decor, attentive staff, and some of the best poke bowls anywhere. Caribbean stew chicken with a secret recipe, fresh cocktails, and a genuine community heart. Reservation recommended for dinner.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Combine with a scenic drive to the quieter beaches south of Hermosa. Earns every rave review it gets.
★4.8 · 725 reviews 🚗 ~30 min south, Esterillos Oeste ⏰ Wed–Mon Noon–9 PM
The Pizza Shop Costa Rica
Pizza
We love this pizza place and usually go pick it up in Jaco. Build your own pizza or calzone, local craft beers on tap, great thin crust. Open late on weekends. Gluten-free options. Widely considered the best pizza in Costa Rica.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Order the wings too. Call ahead for pickup on busy nights.
★4.6 · 767 reviews 🚗 ~5 min ⏰ Tue–Sun from 11:30 AM
Soda Garabito
Authentic Tico
On "Pops Road" (Calle Lapa Verde) — cafeteria-style typical Costa Rican cooking. Huge portions, incredible value, authentic flavors: rice, beans, fresh meats, and chilero you'll want to bottle and take home.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Go hungry. Double meat for $13 is the best deal in the entire area.
★4.6 · 2,344 reviews 💲 Very affordable ⏰ 6 AM–9 PM daily
Empanadas Argentinas CR
Quick Bite · 4.9★
Great empanadas right here in Playa Hermosa, on the highway between Elixir Bar and Cowboy BBQ. About 10 flavors — baked or fried. One of the highest-rated spots in the entire area. People walk back for seconds before they reach the car.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Get 6 and try multiple flavors. Closed Wednesdays.
★4.9 · 452 reviews 🚶 Walking distance ⏰ 11 AM–8 PM (closed Wed)
Cowboy BBQ CR
BBQ · 4.9★
Texas-level great BBQ right here in Playa Hermosa. The brisket is fall-off-the-bone tender and smoky, the Texas chili is legendary, and owner James makes you feel like a regular from your very first visit.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Get the brisket AND the chili. Wed–Sun only. If you go on your last day, you'll regret not going sooner.
★4.9 · 125 reviews 🚶 Near the house ⏰ Wed–Sun 11 AM–8 PM
Rancho Shadday
Mountain Soda · 4.8★
A local soda with fantastic views about 15 minutes up into the mountains from Jaco. Señora Marta cooks traditional Tico food over a wood fire — extraordinary empanadas, breathtaking mountain panoramas, and an experience that feels like a secret only locals know. Best reached by ATV or 4WD.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Combine with Jaco Falls. Marta smiles in every language — her empanadas are the stuff of legend.
★4.8 · 243 reviews 🚗 ~15 min up the mountain ⏰ 8 AM–8 PM daily
Indian · 4.7★
Hola India Restaurant
Inside Jaco Walk — genuinely great Indian food. Butter chicken, black lentil dal, saag paneer, garlic naan, and the Indian Summer margarita. Authentic kitchen, warm service, lovely outdoor patio. Delivery via WhatsApp too.
🦥Sloth Tip: The lamb and saag paneer are standouts. Ask for Dhanveer — everyone says he makes the whole experience.
★4.3 · 1,159 reviews 🚗 ~5 min on main drag ⏰ 10 AM–10 PM daily
Pops Jacó
Ice Cream
The local ice cream institution on Jaco's main drag. Dulce de leche, banana splits, cono triple in a waffle cone, and vegan options. When the heat is doing what Costa Rica heat does, Pops is the answer. Also a reliable landmark — "meet me at Pops" is understood by everyone.
🦥 Sloth Tip: The Pie de Limón flavor is the one. Free samples. No judgment.
★4.3 · 1,159 reviews 🚗 ~5 min on main drag ⏰ 10 AM–10 PM daily
🧘 Wellness & Activities
For when the hammock isn't enough — or when you need to go even deeper into relaxation.
Vida Asana School of Yoga
5 Min Away · 4.8★
Just 5 minutes from Sloth Life Beach House on Calle Hermosa. Daily 9 AM drop-in classes, $15 for 90 minutes. Bring your mat or rent one. Set in a beautiful jungle retreat with a pool, bikes to borrow, gluten-free food, and one of the most serene atmospheres you'll find anywhere. A genuine yoga sanctuary.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Practically on our doorstep. Roll out of bed, walk over, start your day the right way. No reservation needed for drop-in.
★4.8 · 52 reviews 🚶 ~5 min from the house ⏰ Daily 9 AM drop-in · $15/class
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Aloha Josi Surf School
Surf Lessons · Jaco
Our recommended surf school in Jaco — the instructors here are patient, fun, professional, and genuinely gifted at getting first-timers standing on a board fast. They accommodate every level, adjust board sizes on the fly, and build in breaks when you need them. Transfer available if you're coming from Hermosa. Water, sunscreen, and t-shirts included. One of the highest-rated surf schools in the area.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Mention Sloth Life Beach House when you book for your discounted rate. Ask for Josh — he and the team come up by name constantly in reviews. Early morning sessions are the best conditions.
📞 Book Direct
+506 8553 8933 · Calle Hidalgo, Jaco
Daily 6:30 AM–6 PM · Transfer from Hermosa available
★4.9 · 120 reviews 🚗 ~5 min to Jaco ⏰ Daily 6:30 AM–6 PM
Acqua Salon & Spa
Spa · 4.7★
A full-service spa and hair salon at the north end of Jaco. Impeccably clean, professional, and genuinely luxurious — facials, massages, hair, nails. Great specials for pedicures and manicures. The kind of place locals trust and visitors rave about.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Book ahead — they fill up on weekends. Ask for the deluxe facial. A proper treat-yourself afternoon.
★4.7 · 72 reviews 🚗 ~8 min (north Jaco) ⏰ Mon–Sat 10 AM–7 PM
🛍️ Shopping & Errands
From gourmet groceries to genuine local art — everything you need, no stress required.
Jacó Walk Open Air Shopping Center
One-Stop
Open-air mall with practically everything: ATM, restaurants, coffee shops, fitness studio, yoga studio, Apple Store, Radio Shack, pharmacy, medical spa, eye doctor, IV therapy, dentist, jewelry, shoes, clothes, and more. Dog friendly. Your first stop for anything you forgot to pack.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Hola India and Graffiti Wine Bistro are both inside here. Frozen yogurt does 2-for-1 on Wednesdays.
★ 4.6 · 1,999 reviews 🚗 ~5 min ⏰ 8 AM–10 PM daily
Tico Pod Art House & Gifts
Local Art · 4.8★
Original paintings, handmade silver jewelry, Boruca masks, wooden puzzles, domino sets, and art prints — all by local Costa Rican artists at fair prices. Stewart the owner is passionate and knowledgeable. A Jaco icon worth visiting even if you're not buying.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Take home something that actually means something. Pura vida in retail form.
★4.8 · 85 reviews 🚗 ~5 min on main drag ⏰ 9 AM–8 PM daily
Jacó Farmers Market
Fresh Market
Thursdays and Fridays at the NEW location as of May 2026 — Johannes Dankers Recreation Park, North Jaco. Fresh produce, eggs, meats, cheese, bread, empanadas, local art, used books, coconut water, jams, and more.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Go Friday morning early. Bring cash and a reusable bag. Buy more fruit than you think you need.
★4.5 · 153 reviews 🚗 ~5 min ⏰ Thu 9 AM–8 PM · Fri 6–11 AM
Mas X Menos
GROCERY
The largest grocery store in Jaco — stock up here for your stay. Produce, meat, beer, wine, frozen goods, fresh baked bread, and self-checkout. Your first stop upon arrival.
🦥 Sloth Tip: Go early in your trip and load up. Great wine and local beer selection.
★4.4 · 3,195 reviews 🚗 ~5 min ⏰ Mon–Sat 7 AM–10 PM · Sun –9 PM
Auto Mercado Herradura
Upscale Grocery
In Herradura, just before Jaco — upscale grocery with practically everything for gourmet cooking. Imported goods from North America and Europe, outstanding tropical fruits, excellent roasted chicken, and a wonderful bakery.
🦥 Sloth Tip: The roasted chicken is a cheat code for an effortless great dinner at the house.
★4.6 · 2,598 reviews 🚗 ~15 min north in Herradura ⏰ Mon–Thu 7 AM–9 PM · Fri–Sat –10 PM
Sloth Life Beach House
Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica
Front row on the Pacific. Five miles of pristine beach.
Slow down. You're already here.
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