Located in Ballena, Bamboo River House is within a 5-minute drive of Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding and Playa Barú. .This aparthotel is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Playa Dominical and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons.
Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles
Hacienda Baru - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge - 9 min drive - 4.7 miles
Nauyaca Waterfalls - 13 min drive - 6.7 miles
Getting around
Quepos (XQP) - 38 min drive
Restaurants
Scala - 13 min drive
Tortilla Flats - 4 min drive
Restaurante La Parcela - 8 min drive
Coco's Restaurant - 4 min drive
Fuego Brew Company - 18 min walk
About this property
Bamboo River House
Aparthotel units in Ballena with kitchens and furnished patios
Bamboo River House offers 4 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to furnished patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer refrigerators, stovetops, separate dining areas, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers.
This Ballena aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an outdoor pool.
Make yourself at home in one of the 4 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchens with refrigerators and stovetops. Rooms have private furnished patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include desks and separate sitting areas, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. This aparthotel also features complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.
Featured amenities include multilingual staff and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Languages
English, Spanish
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Outdoor pool
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free uncovered self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Freezer
Kitchen island
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster oven
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Rollaway/extra bed: USD 20 per day
Bathroom
1 private bathroom
Free toiletries
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Outdoor areas
Furnished patio
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Walkway to water
Yard
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Work spaces
Desk chair
Laptop workspace
Pets
No pets or service animals
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
1 accessible parking space
No elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Security system
General
4 units
Access via exterior corridors
Connecting units available
Garden
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Property does not allow children
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Renovations and closures
This property is closed from March 7 2023 to April 30 2023 (dates subject to change).
Access methods
Lockbox, private entrance
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 12 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Deposit: USD 100.0 per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a security system
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Property is also known as
Bamboo River House Ballena
Bamboo River House Aparthotel
Bamboo River House Aparthotel Ballena
Bamboo River House Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
My stay at Bamboo River House was amazing. Great spot, super comfortable, the pool was awesome, there was lots of birdwatching. Great spot to swim in the river right across from the property and I could walk into town and back at night.
Ryland
2/10 Terrible
C
Mar 18, 2020
Disliked: Room comfort
Not as shown.
This hotel is not where it is shown on the map. It’s about 1.5 kms from Dominical, along a dirt road. Not walkable. It’s also not close to the river. The host - or someone I assume was the host, as he never introduced himself - was quite rude to me, and not at all welcoming. As a result we didn’t stay, but found another place right in the village.
C
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Feb 16, 2020
Liked: Amenities
Beautiful, new and mpdern place. Great people good vibes and made me fall in love with Domical all over again. Id hate of if everyone rents here because id rent again and again. Give credit where it is due the owners and people of Dominical really make you feel amazing.I visit again without a doubt. Bes
Verified traveler
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
Jan 8, 2020
Disliked: Amenities
The location is magical but difficult to access without double traction vehicle. The closest restaurant, bar or grocery is located 1.5 km along of a rocky road. At my arrival I was allowed to check in only after 8 pm because the room wasn’t done; Incredible, isn’t it?
Phone number provided on reservation confirmation worked perfectly on WhatsApp to communicate with the host swiftly! Host went out of the way to ensure I had everything needed, even gave me a ride, local taxi information, and recommendations for sightseeing and bird watching. Host respected my privacy and I had a most excellent, relaxing time. I enjoyed taking care of myself and not having maid service everyday. The kitchen had everything I needed, the fans were pleasant in the humidity and the hammock was a most wonderful touch on the deck for reading.