Jaco / Jaco Beach

[QUOTE=Mr Jetsetter;1111660]The beaches just a few kilometers south of Jaco, e.g., Playa Hermosa, are quite nice, really. Having read about pollution counts and sewage runoff, I can't imagine ever swimming again in the immediate Jaco area![/QUOTE]I am in agreement with Mr Jetsetter about the beaches just South of Jaco. I have in the past rented a motor scooter for a few hours or the day and taken a day trip South of Jaco to a couple of the small towns with nicer beaches, and had a good beach experience there. For better swimming and all around better experience than trying to swim on Jaco Beach.

The town of Jaco still has a good vibe, but they really need to clean up the beach in Jaco. If the beach had some regular maintenance , I believe the whole town would prosper more. It's a shame that the "city fathers", & the mayor (if they actually have one) do not seem to be able to see this..........

Although the new building in Jaco the last 3-4 years has really taken off. But with the slower economy now, there are lots and lots of started ------ but still unfinished building projects in and near Jaco Beach.

Who knows if they will ever be finished.

The last time I went to CR I was with my friend who is a Tico, I got to see a lot of CR that most people don't get a chance to see. Like all good wing-men he got married. So it look like its just me and the advice I can get here. I have a couple question. BTW I am not new to the traveling scene so I know the rules basic. But I have some questions:

1) the best beach to for ACTION and Swimming (west coast)

2) price for ACTION (don't want to drive up the prices for the next guy)

3) hotel to stay at the recommended beach

4) Best bar and club in local girl San Jose and and recommended beach (I speak Spanish with a PR accent)

5) if the is a Good dating website to meet a GF for me Trip (don't mind the GF experience)

6) and any thing else you want to share

[QUOTE=RickyDC; 1124312]The last time I went to CR I was with my friend who is a Tico, I got to see a lot of CR that most people don't get a chance to see. Like all good wing-men he got married. So it look like its just me and the advice I can get here. I have a couple question. BTW I am not new to the traveling scene so I know the rules basic. But I have some questions:

1) the best beach to for ACTION and Swimming (west coast)

2) price for ACTION (don't want to drive up the prices for the next guy)

3) hotel to stay at the recommended beach

4) Best bar and club in local girl San Jose and and recommended beach (I speak Spanish with a PR accent)

5) if the is a Good dating website to meet a GF for me Trip (don't mind the GF experience)

6) and any thing else you want to share[/QUOTE]I could make some recommendations for you for areas to visit, hotel, girls, club, and such. Where do you want to go. To the beach or are you staying in San Jose. Maybe both. Give me an idea.

Steve

[QUOTE=Stevewxly; 1124659]I could make some recommendations for you for areas to visit, hotel, girls, club, and such. Where do you want to go. To the beach or are you staying in San Jose. Maybe both. Give me an idea.

Steve[/QUOTE]I too have traveled to Jaco, Cartago, Turrialba with a Tico buddy. Sure beats riding a bus. I am headed to CR next week and we plan on heading north for the first time toward Managua. Steve, please contact me via email. Not a member anymore to receive pm's. I really need some advice on Managua. I know your feelings on it, but want to check it out myself.

I was in CR 7 times last year. I am about to catch up with you Mr. Stevewxly. If you don't have my email, you can find it on my web site if you remember. Whos Your Coach.

[QUOTE=Stevewxly; 1124659]I could make some recommendations for you for areas to visit, hotel, girls, club, and such. Where do you want to go. To the beach or are you staying in San Jose. Maybe both. Give me an idea.

Steve[/QUOTE]First, I want to thank you and sorry for the typos. I land in San Jose' on a Wednesday and will like to go to the beach on a Friday afternoon then return from the beach back to San Jose on Monday morning and then leave on that Wednesday.

Thanks

[quote=rickydc; 1124733]first, i want to thank you and sorry for the typos. i land in san jose' on a wednesday and will like to go to the beach on a friday afternoon then return from the beach back to san jose on monday morning and then leave on that wednesday.

thanks[/quote]rickydc,

here are some recommendations for you for your trip to cr:

jaco beach is the best place for action on the west coast-pacific side. there are several clubs in jaco. like the famous beatle bar, the monkey bar, etc. for action.

many of the gals who work the p4p scene in san jose will go to jaco to work for the weekend.

if you speak spanish. take the regular bus on friday morning from sj to jaco. keep your eyes peeled for p4p gals. and you can always tell them from the reg. tica's. chat them up and get yourself a date. for when you land in jaco.

another good trick. go to the colonial restaurant right in the center of jaco around 11:30-12:30 pm. lunch time. get a table right next to the sidewalk. outside patio. and you will see quite a few of the young p4p lovelies walking up and down the sidewalk. as they have nothing else to do in the early afternoon. make eye contact with one that peeks your interest. invite her for a drink. and go from there.

you can usually score some puss this way. and it should be cheaper for a nooner. than getting the same gal out of a club at night.

there are also several good hotels in jaco for you to stay in.

and i would recommend you check out the los four grandes hotel (chica friendly) with is on the premises of the beatle bar. just about 50 yards distant. nice big king sized rooms, with remote ac and tv, private bath, normally around $ 60-70. 00 a night. but the rainy season (now) should be able to get in for around $ 35. 00-40. 00.

there of course other hotels up and down the main drag. like main street. with similar type rates and such.

it is good to go to jaco for the weekend. as more folks will be there verses the week days. but any time is ok.

jaco beach is not great for swimming. they simply do not clean it up much or maintain it very well. for swimming. get transport. taxi, rent a motor scooter (for cheap) or whatever and go about 8-10 miles south of jaco (on the main highway) to a couple of the other small villages for swimming at the beach. there will be a few small bars right on the beach for a drink and snacks.

lots of good restaurants in jaco. all within walking distance.

transport from san jose.

regular bus. cheap. about $ 2-3. 00. takes about 3 hours. give or take. new highway. leave from the coca cola bus station in san jose. take a taxi. goes 3-4 times a day. keep your eye on your belongings. as they will steal you blind. if you don't watch your luggage.

other ways. a taxi will set your back about $ 80-100. 00 from sj to jaco. not recommended.

grey line. mini bus

(7-8 passengers) with ac. about $ 22-25. 00.

or interbus. same deal. and either will pick you up at your hotel and deliver you to your (choice) hotel in jaco. highly recommend this way.

you will need a prior reservation. but any hotel will make this reservation for you the previous day for free.

although i have taken the regular bus many, many times from sj to jaco and back without any problems. and again for cheap.

cheap hotel in san jose. nuevo johnson hotel. center of town. $ 10-12. 00 a night. private room with bath, double bed, color tv. fans. no air conditioning. chica friendly.

right next to the central market. marcado central. check it out. daytime only. lots of good small restaurants. called soda's to eat for cheap. and pretty good too.

upgrade hotels.

the hotel castillo, the sportsman's lodge, the la amastad hotel. you will need reservations at these hotels. all have websites.

all chica friendly, no extra fees to bring a gal for a session. and all within 8-10 blocks. walking or taxi from the center of action. the hotel del rey & blue marlin bar. and key largo night club. across the street.

ho's there will ask $ 100. 00 for an hour. you should be able to talk to the gals (with your spanish...and get some better bargains.....usually about $ 40-50.00 an hour.
and with the sagging economy everywhere...it is a buyers market now in cr.....so do not pay $ 100.00 to get laid there.
you can get it for $ 25. 00 and up in most of the massage parlors or little small bars around town. get a taxi and he will take you to lots of the mp's. or simply ask around in the del rey of other gringo. you will get some tips.

mp's - new fantasy, osasis, veronicas, bar idem, etc....ask around.....

there are several dating sites for escorts, and regular gals in cr. and i have tried but never had any success at all doing that. usually a waste of time and money.

good luck and have fun. steve

I guess everybody is entitled to his opinion, but you sound like a pretty negative person. What would you even post this for, who asked you? Did you think it was going to be 70 and breezy in Costa Rica? Go to Alaska, and as you put it bang some fuking eskimos.

[QUOTE=Runner Up;1112844]The last time I was there I remeber sitting at the bus station in Jaco with a friend sweating my balls off and couldn't wait to get the hell out of there. Costa Rica sucks and haven't been back in 3 years! I was banging non pros too from escazu, alejuela, san jose, jaco. To name a few. The only reason I would return is to surf in Nosara. All else blows chunks.[/QUOTE]

I just got back from a 2 week trip to CR. The beach in Jaco isn't very nice. The food isn't very good. Everything is way overpriced (United States prices). Beatle Bar is the only place for action. There is no daytime action at all. And the girl are $80-$100 bucks for an hour or two. I will never return. San Jose was ok.

[QUOTE=Beerdrinker;1129708]I just got back from a 2 week trip to CR. The beach in Jaco isn't very nice. The food isn't very good. Everything is way overpriced (United States prices). Beatle Bar is the only place for action. There is no daytime action at all. And the girl are $80-$100 bucks for an hour or two. I will never return. San Jose was ok.[/QUOTE]Beerdrinker,

Your first time in CR. Huh? Next trip do a little trip planning and research then you won't have to go to the crappy beaches, eat in the shitty restaurants, over pay for everything, and only find action at the Beatle Bar in Jaco. As there are perhaps 6-7 other joints where one can find P4P gals in and around Jaco. And have fun.

I have only paid $ 100. 00 USD to get laid in CR once. In my life. That was.......like you. ..... on my first trip and I simply didn't know any better.

Now I know where to get it for around $ 25. 00 (an hour) in San Jose. And how to find Nooners in Jaco for around $ 30-40. 00 a pop.

But I have been going now for 10 years and have a little "mileage on my tires", and a couple of "spares in the trunk"

Pura Vida

Stevewxly,

This is very helpful, thanks. I'm considering a few nights in SJ staying at the DelRay, just for the experience as a first timer there. I like to write up about such experiences. Then based on your recommendation bus down to Jaco for a long weekend, returning to JS maybe Monday and staying last few nights in Sportsman lodge. Any thoughts?

[QUOTE=SirMarjAlot; 1139237]Stevewxly,

This is very helpful, thanks. I'm considering a few nights in SJ staying at the DelRay, just for the experience as a first timer there. I like to write up about such experiences. Then based on your recommendation bus down to Jaco for a long weekend, returning to JS maybe Monday and staying last few nights in Sportsman lodge. Any thoughts? [/QUOTE]Hello,

Maybe some useful tips for you. The Del Rey Hotel is a great place for a guy to go to look around, see all the working gals, meet other mongers, and just in general hang out.

It's like Disneyland for 'old farts'. It draws me back every time I visit San Jose. Time after time. But I really would not want to stay there in the hotel. Its way overpriced, and sort of old. It works for a lot of first timers who do not know of any other place to stay. But there are hundreds of better places to stay.

You might check out a couple of places that I like. The Sportsman's Hotel, or the Castillo Hotel. Both within walking distance from the gulch and the Del Rey (about 7-8 blocks). But don't walk it at night. Take a taxi. To be on the safe side.

Jaco is a good choice to go to check out the beach scene. But the beach itself is not much for swimming or girl watching. They simply do not clean it up or maintain it like we are used to seeing in American beaches.

Have a good trip.

[QUOTE=Stevewxly; 1139522]Hello,

Maybe some useful tips for you. The Del Rey Hotel is a great place for a guy to go to look around, see all the working gals, meet other mongers, and just in general hang out.

It's like Disneyland for 'old farts'. It draws me back every time I visit San Jose. Time after time. But I really would not want to stay there in the hotel. Its way overpriced, and sort of old. It works for a lot of first timers who do not know of any other place to stay. But there are hundreds of better places to stay.

You might check out a couple of places that I like. The Sportsman's Hotel, or the Castillo Hotel. Both within walking distance from the gulch and the Del Rey (about 7-8 blocks). But don't walk it at night. Take a taxi. To be on the safe side.

Jaco is a good choice to go to check out the beach scene. But the beach itself is not much for swimming or girl watching. They simply do not clean it up or maintain it like we are used to seeing in American beaches.

Have a good trip.[/QUOTE]Thanks, I will return to SJ on the Monday and look into your hotel recommendations.

I can't wait to see the Pacific ocean for first time. I assume it is a beach you can relax on in the daytime? Even if a bit dirty and not really good for swimming. On the Sunday will take your advice and travel further along. Surely Jaco beach can't be worse than Pattaya?

Was just in Jaco last week. I stopped by the Los Four Grandes Hotel to check it out. A really nice older man (guess he is the manager. Forgot to ask) showed me several rooms and they all looked really nice to me. He quoted me $50 per night. I really wish I had stayed there instead of Claritas. I'll address Claritas in a separate post.

Many people have asked, so here is the official contact info:

Phone number: 2634-2215.

Email: [email]beatlehoteljaco@racsa.co.cr[/email]

The real name of the hotel is The Beatles Hotel, but they still have "Los Four Grandes Hotel" on their sign. I guess the Beatle Bar bought the hotel?

I told the manager he needed a website and it just so happened that he was meeting, at that very moment, with two guys who are going to create his website. One guy was from Arizona and the other was a Costa Rican.

If your primary goal is mongering, this seems like a perfect spot. But I definitely would not go to Jaco primarily to monger. Whatever you think of San Jose, it is a hundred times better than Jaco for mongering.

[QUOTE=Yardbird123; 1140940]Was just in Jaco last week. I stopped by the Los Four Grandes Hotel to check it out. A really nice older man (guess he is the manager. Forgot to ask) showed me several rooms and they all looked really nice to me. He quoted me $50 per night. I really wish I had stayed there instead of Claritas. I'll address Claritas in a separate post.

Many people have asked, so here is the official contact info:

Phone number: 2634-2215.

Email: [email]beatlehoteljaco@racsa.co.cr[/email]

The real name of the hotel is The Beatles Hotel, but they still have "Los Four Grandes Hotel" on their sign. I guess the Beatle Bar bought the hotel?

I told the manager he needed a website and it just so happened that he was meeting, at that very moment, with two guys who are going to create his website. One guy was from Arizona and the other was a Costa Rican.

If your primary goal is mongering, this seems like a perfect spot. But I definitely would not go to Jaco primarily to monger. Whatever you think of San Jose, it is a hundred times better than Jaco for mongering.[/QUOTE]I was planning on staying at the Claritas, would be interested on your report on this place, liked the idea of it being on the beach with a swimming pool, BBQs etc and plus on another forum are supposed to be girls available in the daytime?