The town of Jaco is located in the Central Pacific coast, approximately an hour and 45 minutes from Juan Santamaria International Airport. Jaco's close proximity to the airport and the central valley (where the capital city is located and most of the population lives) has made it a popular beach destination for Costa Rican and international tourists. Jaco is an ideal location for travelers that want to live and explore up and down the Pacific coast. It has a wide variety of restaurants, shops, banks, hotels, internet cafes, and grocery stores.