I stumbled upon this place about 4 years ago, and I come back every year! Its quiet and just far enough away from the hussle and bussle of Jaco. You can relax and enjoy the beach, thats just steps from your room Or enjoy a short walk in to town for dinner, nightlife, and shopping. Its by far the safest... more

My friends and I absolutely loved Hotel Catalina. It is a great option for moderate budget travelers looking for a nice, quiet place to stay on the quieter (and in my opinion MUCH nicer) end of Jaco Beach. There were four of us and we rented two rooms, two in each room. There were two beds-a single and a double,... more

Quiet well positioned spot on the beachfront. All clean, well kept large roomed accomodation. Naomi is a wonderful hostess with nothing too much trouble not that was anything out of place. Being able to walk 10 yards onto the quiet end of the beach was great and it's a perfect retreat when Jaco gets busy. more

I have been going to Jaco almost every year since 1994 and I can't imagine staying anywhere other than the Hotel Catalina. I still can't believe I found this place tucked away at the south end of the beach away from all the noise of downtown Jaco. And it was exactly as the website described it. Naomi and Sandra are... more

I was excited for my second trip to Costa Rica and as I drove down the beachfront street that lead to Hotel Catalina the view was beautiful just as I remembered it. When I arrived in front of the hotel I was instantly embraced by the gorgeous atmosphere and welcoming owners. The kind faces of Sandra and Naomi put me... more

I am so glad I looked at all of the reviews for Hotel Catalina before booking. I could tell that it was a great place by the people who had a good experience there. It was everything they said. All I can say is that if you didn't have the experience you were hoping for, then don't blame it on... more

My husband and I enjoyed our stay, for six days, at Hotel Catalina so much that we intend to return there next year. The owners, Naomi and her mother, Sandra, made us feel so comfortable. We immediately felt at home, despite our "real" home being in Buffalo, New York. It helped us to be staying at a place which is... more

Bottom line, TERRIBLE customer service, shabby bare bones rooms, nice spot on the beach, but not worth the unfriendly atmosphere. We have been traveling in Costa Rica for several months and have not had a single bad experience with hotels until now. We have always left as friends and very happy. To hear the story of how insanely badly we... more

My wife and I spent 4 nights at Hotel Catalina and were completely satisfied w/ the hotel and the management. The rooms are very clean, the location is prime and everyone at the hotel is friendly and inviting. An added bonus are the kitchen and refrigerator in each room. Keep a supply of light snacks and drinks bought at the... more