The Backyard Hotel is located on the central Pacific coast of Costa Rica in Playa Hermosa, 4 kms south of Jaco Beach. This tropical paradise boasts one of the country's most well-known surfing and sunbathing beaches. The Backyard offers you luxury accomodations in a spectacular ocean-front setting. Your ocean-front room or suite overlooks the Refugio de Vida Silvestre National Park and has breathtaking whitewater views of the Pacific Ocean. Playa Hermosa has some of the most consistent surfing in the country and is centrally located to the best beaches and activities on the Pacific coast.

Playa Hermosa literally means "Beautiful Beach" in Spanish. The location of this seaside hamlet is unique as it offers access to the fantastic night life, shopping, restaurants, discotheques, bars, night clubs, surf spots, beaches and outdoor activities of Jaco Beach; yet is far enough away to allow for peaceful nights without the hustle and sounds of Jaco Beach.

The Backyard name comes from the initial location adjacent to the hotel. The Backyard Bar is a locally-famous restaurant/bar that features some of the best food and action in town. Here you can find everything from sandwiches, BBQ chicken and steaks, burgers, authentic NY pizza, and a very festive atmosphere. Also, don't miss ladies night (every Friday night).