Jaco Beach

As of May 2026, Jaco, Herradura, Playa Hermosa have 2,899 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 0% increase from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Jaco Beach generates CRC15.8M per year. High-performing properties earn CRC57.2M/year, while low-performing properties earn CRC5.1M/year. This massive disparity suggests that income in this market is highly concentrated, reflecting a divergence between assets that capture premium demand and those struggling to gain traction amidst flat supply growth.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Jaco Beach. Average annual revenue is CRC15.8M with 25% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to CRC57.2M/year. The 25% occupancy rate indicates a low-utilization environment, signaling that top-tier earnings are driven by aggressive pricing power rather than consistent high-volume bookings.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Jaco Beach is 25%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of CRC173K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of CRC35K per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Jaco Beach, with annual revenue of CRC43.8M. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Jaco Beach market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Jaco Beach area. Jaco: Lenient. No specific STR permits required beyond general business license. No owner-occupancy rules or density limits. Minimal enforcement, operates largely unregulated with many hosts operating informally. Herradura: Lenient. Basic tourism business registration recommended but rarely enforced. No occupancy requirements or caps. Very light enforcement, most properties operate without formal compliance. Playa Hermosa: Lenient. General business permit suggested, no STR-specific regulations. No owner-occupancy or rental restrictions. Minimal enforcement, hosts commonly operate without permits. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Jaco Beach Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has grown 0% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 11%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. Despite stagnant supply, the drop in RevPAR suggests that current market volume is insufficient to sustain previous revenue levels, pointing to softening consumer willingness to pay.

Launch around December, 2-3 months before peak winter season (March peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -63% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (November-October) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Jaco Beach listings include: Air Conditioning (98%), Kitchen (95%), Pool (85%), Tv (80%), Washing Machine (79%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Air Conditioning, Hot Tub, Pool, with Air Conditioning properties earning approximately 77% more (CRC25.0M/year vs CRC14.1M/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Jaco Beach over the last 12 months: May: CRC862K, June: CRC799K, July: CRC1.1M, August: CRC843K, September: CRC614K, October: CRC535K, November: CRC739K, December: CRC1.3M, January: CRC1.6M, February: CRC1.3M, March: CRC1.7M, April: CRC1.3M. These figures are based on RevPAR (revenue per available room) multiplied by the number of days in each month.

The overall average nightly rate in Jaco Beach is CRC173K, up 4% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average CRC61K/night, 2-bedroom properties average CRC87K/night, 3-bedroom properties average CRC151K/night, 4+ bedroom properties average CRC437K/night. Rates peak in March and are lowest in November.

Guests in Jaco Beach book an average of 34 days in advance, down 16% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 26 days, 2-bedroom: 28 days, 3-bedroom: 35 days, 4+ bedroom: 48 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Jaco Beach Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 0%, revenue per listing decreased 11%, occupancy fell 7%, average nightly rates increased 4%, and lead time decreased 16%. These metrics reveal a market shifting toward shorter booking windows, where hosts are attempting to offset lower occupancy by raising rates despite weakening demand.

In Jaco Beach, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Thursday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 48% higher occupancy than weekdays.