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Vista Ballena

★★★ 17 KM al sur de Playa Dominical, sobre la Costanera, Jardines del Morete, Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas, 60504, Ballena, CR

8.4 guest rating· 52 reviews

About this hotel

Relaxation and Recreation Amenities : Indulge in onsite massages and unwind by the outdoor pool during your stay at Vista Ballena. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, concierge services, and even wedding services for a memorable experience.

Dining and Drinking Options : Treat yourself to delicious meals at the restaurant or opt for convenient room service. Don't miss the chance to unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Start your day right with a complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast each morning.

Convenient Facilities and Nearby Attractions : Benefit from multilingual staff, laundry services, and a safe deposit box. With a roundtrip airport shuttle and free valet parking, your stay is made hassle-free. Explore nearby sights like Secret Lau Pool and Uvita Beach for a true getaway experience.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at Vista Ballena!

Rooms & rates

Standard Room

Sleeps 3 · 18 m² · King bed, Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room

Sleeps 2 · 18 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

Superior Double Room

Sleeps 3 · 18 m² · King bed, Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Free valet parking
  • Free breakfast
  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Airport transportation - drop-off (surcharge)
  • Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
  • Concierge service
  • Ecotours on site
  • Garden
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  • Mosquito nets
  • Multilingual staff
  • Picnic area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Terrace
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services
  • Wheelchair accessible

Location

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17 KM al sur de Playa Dominical, sobre la Costanera, Jardines del Morete, Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas, 60504, Ballena, CR

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say8.452 reviews

+ Great view+ Nice employeesDifficult locationBreakfast not filling
Cleanliness7.8
Service9.3
Location7.3
Room Quality8.3
Amenities8.8
Value for Money8.8

Amazing view but the hotel has some flaws.

6.0

My stay was good overall, this hotel is located in a rough place to get to which caught me off guard. It’s up a hill with terrible roads. The hotel itself however has the best view I’ve ever had. The rooms are decent. It’s a bit older construction. The breakfast is ok it didn’t fill me up. All the service was great, the employees were nice. However the communication between myself and the hotel for tour information and pricing was a bit weird/not really clear.

Angel · 2025-09-21

Guest review

8.0

I did not like the drive up to the property. The road is in terrible shape. I see why some driver's refused to take us up there.

Esteban · 2025-06-22

Linda vista

10.0

El lugar es bonito, ya he estado en otras ocasiones

Mario · 2025-04-04

Guest review

6.0

I trully enjoyed the stunning views, the pool and lovely restaurant and bar area. The staff was welcoming and eager to assist. However our room was dated and the shower area was moldy and could use some attention. We had to request towels, (we had 1 for 3 ppl) someone to refill up the coffee pods etc. The drive to the property is challenging and you could literally lose a tire on the way there. It only takes a bit of effort to cover these holes. The food was decent but nothing spectacular. Overall with a few little improvements this could be a trully remarkable experience! I booked 2 standard rooms for 2 nights, my friends received an upgrade as their AC was not working and the presence of geckoes and other insects disrupted their sleep in the first night.

Simona · 2025-03-18

Nice view

8.0

We walked into our room there was no toilet paper or towels. Everything seemed clean. Just makes you wonder. The restaurant was pricey but very good and efficient.

Gilles · 2025-01-30

Guest review

6.0

Don’t throw toilet paper in the toilet but in the trash can? Ridiculous, that happened in Costa Ric sin the 1980s but not in 2024. The hotel is very outdated, and there is no parking near the rooms so you must walk in incredible amount of stairs. Not for older people or with bad lunch. The staff is incredibly helpful and the food is pretty decent. That makes up for a lot. The view at the pool, terrace, bar, and rooms is to die for.

Carl · 2024-09-06

Good to know

Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Pets

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Children and extra beds

No rollaway/extra beds available

Check-in & Check-out

Contactless check-out is available

Accessibility

No elevators

General

Professional property host/manager

Check-in & Check-out

Contactless check-in is available

Children and extra beds

No cribs (infant beds) available

Pets

Service animals are allowed