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Hotel Ballena REY

3.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Family Apartment, Non Smoking, Pool View | Terrace/patio
Front of property
Comfort Apartment, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View, Ground Floor | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
Free daily buffet breakfast

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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Map
el mariposario, 89428009, Ballena, Provincia de Puntarenas, 60504
  • Catarata uvita
    5 min drive
  • Uvita Beach
    7 min drive
  • Playa Colonia
    7 min drive
  • Buenos Aires (BAI)
    108 min drive

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Family Apartment

  • 517 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Comfort Apartment, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View, Ground Floor | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Comfort Apartment, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View, Ground Floor

  • 517 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Basic Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Basic Room

  • 517 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Apartment | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Traditional Apartment

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Family Apartment, Non Smoking, Pool View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Family Apartment, Non Smoking, Pool View

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Deluxe Apartment

  • 517 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 517 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Deluxe Room

  • 520 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Economy Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Economy Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Front of property

Canavida Villas & Resort

Pool
Kitchen
Pet friendly
Parking included
4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, (10)
The price is $179
per night
$202 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7
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About the neighborhood

Uvita

A stay at Hotel Ballena REY places you in the heart of Ballena, within a 5-minute drive of Arco Beach and Catarata uvita. .This hotel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Uvita Beach and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Playa Colonia.

What's nearby

  • Arco Beach - 5 min drive
  • Catarata uvita - 5 min drive
  • Marino Ballena National Park - 5 min drive
  • Uvita Beach - 7 min drive
  • Playa Hermosa - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizzeria La Fogata - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Scala - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sibu - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Time - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hotel Ballena REY

Bayside hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
Hotel Ballena REY offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished balconies. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include dining tables and kitchen islands. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels. Accommodations at this 3-star hotel have kitchenettes with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This Ballena hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and printers. Additionally, rooms include rice cookers and hair dryers. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 12 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and ovens. Your Select Comfort bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Rooms have private furnished balconies. 32-inch Smart televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance. Guests can get around on the shuttle (surcharge), which operates within 1 kilometers.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Guests may use a bus station shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 1 km
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 steps to reach entrance
  • 14 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible bus station shuttle
  • Area rugs in room
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Rice cooker
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Printer
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the bus station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 18.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 18.0 per night

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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
Property Registration Number 22345750

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
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
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Hotel Ballena REY Hotel
Hotel Ballena REY Ballena
Hotel Ballena REY Hotel Ballena

Hotel Ballena REY Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lyudmila

Traveled with family
Everything was beautiful!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the helpful staff, clean rooms and excellent breakfasts. We will definitely visit this beautiful property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel was lovely. The room was spacious and clean and had an excellent price. The Breakfast, which was included, was very good (had many options and was tasty), and the staff was very kind and friendly. Definitly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

marie andree

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Too good to be true
Gréât customer service. Pool is great. Breakfast is complete: coffee, juice, fruits, bacon, eggs, pancake, rice/bean, etc. Towels for pool, parking, ac, clean, mini kitchen, etc
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo Marie, GAINESVILLE

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff! Everyone was so pleasant and nice and genuinely care about their residents. They were quick to respond to any requests we had. The rooms were spacious and clean. They provide towels for the beach and pool. Easy parking with lots of space. Good location with easy access to groceries, restaurants, gas stations, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was great. The room nice and clean. We will definitely come back. Very good service.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rone, Cape Coral

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and cozy place. The rooms are AWESOME. The staff were super accommodating and happy to help. Will return!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julianna

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
10/10
Best hotel in Uvita!! Top tier customer service we love it here!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An Enjoyable Weekend
This is a lovely hotel, the staff were helpful, we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Margarita

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Evelyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location, breakfast and the staff at the kitchen were super nice. The receptionist was in a hurry and his service was regular. Simple rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Florian

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jean

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay here and would definitely recommend the hotel

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023