Casa Marlin guidebook
Food scene
Amazing and very unique flavors. Small place but one of best restaurants in town.
11 locals recommend
zona K
Amazing and very unique flavors. Small place but one of best restaurants in town.
Tsunami Sushi
Best sushi in town.
Lemon Zest
Great food and great customer service.
Amancio's Pizza
Authentic italian food. Excellent.
excellent costa rican food, dine in or to go. Cheap and tasty. Locals eat here.
34 locals recommend
Soda Jacó Rústico
excellent costa rican food, dine in or to go. Cheap and tasty. Locals eat here.
Heladeria El Barco
Avenida Pastor DíazDelicious italian gelato.
Neighborhoods
Los Sueños Resort and Marina
Traveler advice
Getting around
When walking in downtown , don't carry valuables with you.
Always carry a copy of your passport with you.
Beach is gorgeous but save the beach walks only during the day. Don't expose yourself to dangerous situations.
Getting around
Be aware of rip currents.
If swimming in the ocean.
Useful phrases
Pura Vida (Pure life) Gracias (thank you) Por favor (please)
Muy bueno (very good)
What to pack
Sunscreen, mosquito repellent , you will need lots them.
Spray mosquito repellent in the morning and afternoon , specially if you have sensitive skin. Because of our tropical weather mosquitos can be anywhere at any time.
Customs and culture
Jaco farmer's market
Every friday from 9am-5pm located next to the Jaco clinic (Ebais)
Getting around
Taxi rates may cost from $2-$10 depending on distance
local taxi service call # 26433030, 26432121
For private transportation call Gerald 88117528, he is very honest , responsible and speaks english.
Directions for Casa Marlin:
in spanish: si viene por calle la Nación, la calle antes de Escuela Inmaculada a la izquierda , Casa #22 (Casa Marlin)
if coming from calle la Nacion,the street after " Escuela Inmaculada" to the left ,casa #22 (Casa Marlin)
Ways to save
Carry some "colones " with you
American dollars are accepted in 80% of the country but the the exchange rate is not regulated for the government so in some places you may get less for your money if you pay in dollars.
Book before you go
Tours
A planned vacation is a stress free vacation, specially during the high season months in Jaco beach, you may not be able to fit in some desired hours for your tours.
We can help you coordinate in advance :
Zip lining (Canopy Vista Los Suenos, the best in town)
ATV tour
Horseback riding
Surf lessons
Private chef services including grocery shopping (Emeril Lagasse's chef every time he comes to Jaco is available for you) and she can cook for you
- Conveniently most of these companies will come pick you up at the house and bring you back after the tour is over.
Getting around
Transportation
Because of the location of the house, we highly recommend renting a car , golf cart, Scouter or any other way of transportation that may facilite you and your party from going back and forth to the beach and downtown.
We can arrange this for you as well, they will deliver your car , etc right at Casa Marlin whenever you want.