La Perlita is a little gem, an abode situated in a verdant property just off Jaco's main downtown street. A small pool, relaxation and eating area rests outside the rooms, and the unit I stayed in was accomodating, tidy, homey, and well-supplied with kitchenette equipment, fridge and freezer, and safe. The property is a short distance from the beach, restaurants, and shops - far enough away that one does not feel impacted by the crowds, but easy walking distance. The property also feels quite safe. Iguanas abound and the happy decor of La Perlita makes one feel at home in the tropics. Marc and Pierrette are charming and friendly, always making certain I was comfortable and enjoying myself (I'm a solo traveller, so feeling welcome is important, and also experienced an ATV injury on my trip of which they were extremely solicitious), and truly seem to have the happiness of their guests at heart. One absolutely must indulge in Marc's outstanding european-style breakfasts; he makes his own breads, crepes and jams that one can enjoy poolside.
If you want to feel like a resident of Jaco for a time and experience honest hospitality, I can't recommend La Perlita enough.