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Hotel Diuwak

3.0 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this 3-star Bahía Ballena hotel

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Photo gallery for Hotel Diuwak

A wooden staircase surrounded by lush greenery and plants.
A pool area with lounge chairs, a rock formation, and greenery.
A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.
An indoor restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by lush green plants.
A nighttime outdoor area with a rock formation, a small pool, and a seating area.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Frente a las oficinas del ICE, Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas
  • Place, Playa Dominical
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Marino Ballena National Park
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Uvita Beach
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Double Room

A hotel room with two beds, a small table with a lamp, a vase with flowers, and a chair.

Family Double Room

  • Sleeps 5

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A hotel room with a bed, a television, a wardrobe, a bathroom, and a small stool.

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 3

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A compact room with a kitchenette, two beds, a sofa, and a door.

Suite

  • Sleeps 6

View all photos for Family Double Room

A bedroom with two beds, a TV, a wardrobe, and a ceiling fan.

Family Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite | In-room safe, bed sheets

Junior Suite

  • 517 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A room with two beds, a sofa, a ceiling fan, and large windows.

Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 517 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

View all photos for Superior Room

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a ceiling fan, an air conditioner, and a view of greenery outside.

Superior Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Habitacion ESTANDAR MATRIMONIAL

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a door, and a wall-mounted shelf.

Habitacion ESTANDAR MATRIMONIAL

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A room with two beds, a wooden ceiling, a tiled floor, and a door.

Deluxe Room

  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small bench.

Standard Room

  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Bahía Ballena

Close to the beach.With a stay at this Bahía Ballena hotel, you'll be steps from Playa Dominical and a 5-minute walk from Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding. Also, Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons is within half a mile (1 km) and Playa Barú is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Playa Dominical - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Playa Dominicalito - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Nauyaca Waterfalls - 14 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Marino Ballena National Park - 29 min drive - 16.2 miles
  • Uvita Beach - 29 min drive - 15.6 miles

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante La Parcela - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Bakery - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Moromo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fuego Brew Company - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tortilla Flats - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Diuwak

Enjoy free breakfast at this 3-star Bahía Ballena hotel
Hotel Diuwak offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Hotel Diuwak also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and concierge services. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Bahía Ballena hotel is smoke free.

  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel Diuwak offers 36 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Cable television is provided. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 36-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Diuwak

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Diuwak to the airport?

Hotel Diuwak is 23.5 mi (33-min drive) away from the Quepos (XQP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Diuwak?

As of Aug 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Diuwak on Aug 6, 2026 start from $89, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel Diuwak have an airport shuttle?

Hotel Diuwak offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Hotel Diuwak to the beach?

This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Playa Dominical and 13.4 mi (25-min drive) from Uvita Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Diuwak offer free breakfast?

Hotel Diuwak offers free continental breakfast every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Diuwak?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Diuwak?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel Diuwak?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Diuwak have a pool?

Hotel Diuwak features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Hotel Diuwak have a restaurant?

Hotel Diuwak is home to Tu Lu, which features international cuisine.

Does Hotel Diuwak have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Diuwak to downtown Bahía Ballena?

Hotel Diuwak is 0.3 mi away from Dominical.

Hotel Diuwak Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 237 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 237 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 237 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 237 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 237 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel located right at the beach in Dominical. Very friendly staff and includes breakfast. However the hotel is a little bit old and might need some remodeling.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adrianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the staff, breakfast, birds, pool, location. Need better beds but that’s it
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms in a quiet area. Easy parking off the street. Good breakfast and pool.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the beach. Good free breakfast. Super nice staff. Nice pool.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kerrilyn

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very nice staff - we will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love Hotel Diuwak! Great location in such a cute and friendly town. Feels very private, yet it's just a short walk to nice restaurants and shops and steps to the beach. Rooms are clean, air conditioning and water works well, the pool is lovely, breakfast is plentiful and delicious. This was our 2nd time staying there, and we'll be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Nice pool. Great free breakfast. Warm showers. Very close to the beach. Super nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Roberta

Liked: Staff & service
Overall a great stay. Fabulous location, kids loved the pool. The greenery is so good! Much better than most hotels. Breakfast was nice (not amazing, though). Some things are getting a bit run down, but I imagine maintenance in the tropics is pretty challenging.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great in-town location, close to beach and all amenities in Dominical. No frills, a little worn, but charming. Lovely breakfast, wonderful staff. Front desk went above and beyond to accommodate our late check-in.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Not a fancy place, but a very good value and it was cool.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Burke

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

clinton Gouldbourne

Liked: Cleanliness
The breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Clifford

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was beautiful and so close to the beach. Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Bhavani

Liked: Staff & service
Lots of construction going on with workers talking loud in the morning. Other than that, the room was comfortable and the pool was OK.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and beautiful pool and garsens
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I'd stay again!

Beautiful grounds, nice staff. Excellent location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A block from the beach, good parking and I would return for a longer stay in a suite.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the beach and stores.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, plenty of parking, pool was great, close to the beach, conveniently priced for great service and rooms are in good shape considering the price, the AC system is on point
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Beautiful pool. Friendly staff and delicious breakfast. Less than 5 minutes to surf.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place close to the beach. Quiet and convenient. Friendly staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location, lovely breakfast with the birds

Lovely location, room was comfortable, but stand out was the friendly staff at breakfast. We didn't catch his name, but he was an excellent, told us about all the birds and showed us video of them and a sloth on his phone. Pool was nice too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ronnie the manager/receptionist/cook was very nice and helpful. Had a hard time finding the place because the name of hotel is behind us when we drove by the hotel. Had to ask someone where it was , we drove right past it
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property has obviously seen better days and it still has a charm to it and everything we needed to enjoy a relaxing time on the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024