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Tropical Beach

3.0 star property
3-star beach hotel with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine, pool views
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine, pool views
Exterior
Townhome, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View | Garden view

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Bahia Ballena, Uvita, Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas, 60504
  • Place, Uvita Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Colonia
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Marino Ballena National Park
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Townhome, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Townhome, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Classic Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Uvita

Oceanside stay.You'll find Playa Colonia and Uvita Beach within a 15-minute walk of this Bahía Ballena hotel. Marino Ballena National Park and Punta Uvita are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Uvita Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Playa Colonia - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Marino Ballena National Park - 12 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Punta Uvita - 15 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Nauyaca Waterfalls - 41 min drive - 23.5 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪La Choza de Alejo - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sibu - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kinsu - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Fernando’s Restaurante - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Tropical Beach

3-star beach hotel with outdoor pool
Tropical Beach offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the family-friendly Tropical Beach. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Bahía Ballena hotel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Tropical Beach offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. This Bahía Ballena hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 9 to 12 for adults and USD 9 to 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Surf lessons
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 9 to 12 for adults, and USD 9 to 12 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 130.00 per vehicle (one-way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Tropical Beach Apartment Ballena
Tropical Beach Ballena
Tropical Beach Hotel
Tropical Beach Ballena
Tropical Beach Hotel Ballena

Frequently asked questions

How close is Tropical Beach to the airport?

Tropical Beach is 91.6 mi (186-min drive) away from the Drake Bay (DRK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Tropical Beach?

As of Apr 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tropical Beach on Apr 28, 2026 start from $52, 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 Tropical Beach have an airport shuttle?

Tropical Beach offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 130.00 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Tropical Beach to the beach?

This hotel is a short 11-minute walk from Playa Colonia and 12-minute walk from Uvita Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Tropical Beach offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Tropical Beach, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 9 and 12 for adults, USD 9 and 12 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Tropical Beach?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Tropical Beach?

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

Is there free parking at Tropical Beach?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Tropical Beach have a pool?

Tropical Beach features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Tropical Beach have a restaurant?

Tropical Beach is home to jaffa, which features Mediterranean cuisine, pool views, and a poolside location.

Does Tropical Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Tropical Beach to downtown Bahía Ballena?

Tropical Beach is 0.7 mi away from Uvita.

Tropical Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 158 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 158 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 158 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 158 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 158 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Maria Venetia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
OK hotel near the beach, rooms near the pool are a bit small (bed is almost against the wall on one side and there's no bedside table or lamp on the other side, as there's no space), but overall a good option for staying in Uvita. Breakfast is an extra 5000 colones and has 3 options: granola with yogurt & fruit (they call is muesli but it's granola), Costa Rican (gallo pinto with eggs), and American style (eggs, bacon & toast)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Emilie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Un endroit magnifique et calme à quelque minutes à pied de la plage. Très bon restaurant avec un excellent service et des prix raisonnable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a gem. Our room cabin number 1 was huge. Ac and hot water worked perfectly. The host was extremely helpful. We were steps from the beach, parrots flying in the early morning. The room had everything you could need. There were restaurants very nearby. And one on site. Our favorite was the Native bar next to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice hotel very close to NP Ballena beach entrance. Rooms basic but clean and friendly staff. Jaffa restaurant on site serves excellent cocktails beers and dinner, although breakfast service was distinctly slow.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Andres

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Los controles del TV y Aire acondicionado no funcionaban, cama un poco incomoda pero la relacion de precio para lo que dan es acoorde
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oleksandr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geovanny, Miami Spring

Very good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with partner
Great location, clean rooms, Efficient staff and the restaurant on site is amazing. Accomodation was very reasonable too. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about our stay at Tropical Beach was excellent. We arrived late due to a delayed flight and they made arrangements for us to park and receive our key after hours. The room was spotless and had everything we needed. The staff was friendly and helpful and went out of their way to help us with anything we needed. The pool was a nice respite from the heat and humidity and the restaurant on site was delicious. All that and it was affordable, comfortable, and, yes, they have hot water (I know this is an issue at some other places). We truly enjoyed our stay.
Morning visitor
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

KEITH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sofia

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Emma

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria De Carvalho

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis Alonso

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

Amazing

The staff is really nice, super clean hotel good location, restaurant, pool... We will come back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

meihua

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
We love hotel tropical. The staff are friendly and it is close to the beach. The Jaffe restaurant right on the property is yummy. The rooms are starting to show their age. Lots of minor broken things, a ceiling fan, the window lock, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall satisfactory experience Suggest the use cleaner towels (the ones we used were worn out and stained)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location, great staff, Great restaurant! Very clean. Fun vibe!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy, Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spot Great restaurant
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Jana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Room was ok. But the bed was very bad. Me and my friend were had a problem to fall a sleep in this bed. Matress was very incomodous.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Compton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a really nice stay and the front desk was able to help with special requests and information
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mieko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Omi

Traveled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025