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Hotel El Tecal

★★ 300 metros del parque Marino Ballena, Sector Chaman, Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas, 00011, Ballena, CR

8.4 guest rating· 49 reviews

About this hotel

Relaxation and Recreation

Enjoy a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool or unwind in the serene garden setting at Hotel El Tecal. Take in the breathtaking views while basking in the sun or enjoying a leisurely stroll around the picnic area.

Complimentary Amenities

Start your day right with a delicious full breakfast served daily and stay connected effortlessly with the complimentary wireless internet access provided. Benefit from tour/ticket assistance for exploring the vicinity hassle-free and make use of the convenient free self-parking offered on-site.

Prime Location

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Playa Colonia and Uvita Beach located just a short walk away, with Marino Ballena National Park also in close proximity. Book your stay at Hotel El Tecal for a seaside getaway like no other.

Rooms & rates

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Deluxe Studio Suite

Sleeps 4 · 55 m² · 2× King bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • TV
  • Refrigerator

<p><strong>2 King Beds</strong></p><p>592-sq-foot room with pool views </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, and rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and fresh towels every 2 days</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Housekeeping on request, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Superior Triple Room

Sleeps 4 · 40 m² · King bed, Queen Bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi
  • TV
  • Refrigerator

<p><strong>1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed</strong></p><p>431-sq-foot room, balcony with garden views </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator and coffee/tea maker </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Bathtub or shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and fresh towels every 2 days</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Housekeeping on request, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Standard Quadruple Room

Sleeps 4 · 38 m² · 2× Double bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Bathroom grab bars
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>2 Double Beds</strong></p><p>409-sq-foot room with garden views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate dining area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator and coffee/tea maker </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, and rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and fresh towels every 2 days</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Roll-in shower</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Housekeeping on request, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Superior Quadruple Room

Sleeps 4 · 72 m² · 2× Queen Bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • TV
  • Refrigerator

<p><strong>2 Queen Beds</strong></p><p>772 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, and rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and fresh towels every 2 days</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Housekeeping on request, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Economy Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

Sleeps 3 · 32 m² · Twin bed, Queen Bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi
  • TV
  • Refrigerator

<p><strong>1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed</strong></p><p>344-sq-foot room with garden views </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator and coffee/tea maker </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Bathtub or shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and fresh towels every 2 days</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Housekeeping on request, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Standard Quadruple Room

Sleeps 4 · 1160 m² · 2× Double bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • TV
  • Refrigerator
  • Toilet paper

<p><strong>2 Double Beds</strong></p><p>12486 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Bathtub or shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and fresh towels every 2 days</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Housekeeping on request, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Deluxe Apartment

Sleeps 8 · 120 m² · 2× Queen Bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • TV
  • Refrigerator
  • Oven

<p><strong>2 Queen Beds</strong></p><p>1292-sq-foot room, located on the top floor, garden views</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - 2 bedrooms and living room</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - 3 bathrooms, bathtub or shower, and rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and fresh towels every 2 days</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Housekeeping on request, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Family Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom

Sleeps 7 · 80 m² · 3× Double bed, Bunk bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • TV
  • Refrigerator

<p><strong>3 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed</strong></p><p>861-sq-foot room with garden views </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchen with refrigerator </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - 2 bathrooms, bathtub or shower, and rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and fresh towels every 2 days</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Wheelchair accessible</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Housekeeping on request, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Superior Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 55 m² · Double bed

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

<p><strong>1 Double Bed</strong></p><p>592 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator and coffee/tea maker </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathtub or shower, and rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and fresh towels every 2 days</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Housekeeping on request, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Family Apartment

Sleeps 16 · 75 m² · 6× Queen Bed, 2× Bunk bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • TV
  • Refrigerator
  • Toilet paper

<p><strong>6 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds</strong></p><p>807-sq-foot room with garden views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - 4 bedrooms </p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Bathtub or shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and fresh towels every 2 days</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Housekeeping on request, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Free breakfast
  • Free full breakfast
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Accessible shuttle
  • Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
  • Banquet hall
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping on request
  • No accessible shuttle
  • Picnic area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tours/ticket assistance
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  • Wheelchair accessible

Location

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300 metros del parque Marino Ballena, Sector Chaman, Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas, 00011, Ballena, CR

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

What guests say8.449 reviews

+ Location+ Friendly staff+ View from balcony− Room comfort due to lack of seating− Maintenance issue with air conditioning
Cleanliness7.5
Service8.9
Location9.0
Room Quality7.4
Amenities8.5
Value for Money8.4

Guest review

8.0

La posizione vicina al parco

− Colazione a buffet poco varia e sotto una enorme tettoia un po' triste

ilaria · IT · 2026-07-25

Guest review

9.0

Un lugar limpio cercano al parque nacional marino Ballena

− Un poco de ruidoso

Pablo · CR · 2026-07-18

En general fue excelente la estancia

10.0

En general la habitacion estaba bien y cumplio las expectativas , en cuanto a la comida muy buena y el personal del restaurtante fue excelente con muy buena atencion y tambien tenían para cargar carro electrico con un toma de 220V y por ser huespedes no cobraban

Laura · CR · 2026-07-17

turismo por costa rica

8.0

La habitación tenia dos camas; el recinto cuenta con piscina pero no es facil al salir sentarse en algun lado. La habitacion cuenta con cocina y nevera, lo cual se agradece. La actividad de avistamiento de fauna maritima es muy recomendable pero eso no es del hotel, si no de los toures cercanos.

− Falta un secador en la habitación; el hotel podría dar información antes de la llegada, les escribi 3 veces pero no contestaron. No sabíamos que para Corcovado hacia falta reservar 15 o mas dias antes y no pudimos ir. Para acceder a la playa solo se puede pagando y eso limita las posibilidades de hacer turismo desde la zona.

Juana María · ES · 2026-07-17

Excelente alojamiento, altamente recomendado.

10.0

Excelente el servicio de las personas, trataron de que nos sintieramos a gusto y abiertos a dejarnos estár un tiempo más para disfrutar de las instalaciones luego de visitar la cola de la ballena.

Bryan · CR · 2026-07-07

El lugar es bonito pero creo que el precio es alto para la relación

8.0

Creí que iba a ser mejor

− La cama matrimonial la sentí pequeña

Vasquez · CR · 2026-07-06

Good to know

There is no hot water on site.

Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.

Contactless check-in is available.

›Children and extra beds

No rollaway/extra beds available

›Accessibility

No elevators

›Pets

Pets allowed

›General

No hot water onsite

›General

Professional property host/manager

›Check-in & Check-out

Contactless check-in is available

›Children and extra beds

No cribs (infant beds) available

›Pets

Maximum number of pets per room 1

›Pets

Only dogs are allowed