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Golden Pineapple Villas

Golden Pineapple Villas

4 out of 5
3km East of Banco Costa Rica, Camino a Racho Pacifico, Ballena, Puntarenas
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Enjoy the gym and free perks like cooked-to-order breakfast and free self parking. There's ...
"The place was an absolute dream stunning views in every direction!! Highly recommend it for couples my wife me I loved every minute of it! Staff and restaurant were top notch all around excellent 10 stars!!"

Reviewed on May 2, 2025

Golden Pineapple Villas
Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa

Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa

4.5 out of 5
1.5 KM Noroeste del catarata, 4x4 vehicle ONLY, Ballena, Puntarenas
A full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant are all featured at this luxury resort. Relax with a drink at the bar/lounge and enjoy free perks like ...
"Experience of feeling like you are in the middle of a jungle when you are are not…😉 Staff was excellent and very accommodating. Shout out to Manuel who helped my husband find several species of frogs."

Reviewed on May 31, 2025

Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa
La Cusinga Lodge

La Cusinga Lodge

3 out of 5
Km166 Costarena Sur, Ballena, Puntarenas
A full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant are all featured at this smoke-free lodge. There's no skimping on freebies - guests receive free full breakfast, ...
"Beautiful eco lodge with walks on property and ocean views. Natural landscaping - Birds, monkeys butterflies etc."

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2024

La Cusinga Lodge
Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa

Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa

3 out of 5
7 km al Sur de Uvita, Costa Ballena, Ballena, Puntarenas
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
A full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant are all featured at this Mediterranean resort. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center, ...
"The location of the property is beautiful, set back from the road and elevated for a great view of the Pacific. We particularly enjoyed the Happy Hour each day at 5:00 to enjoy the fabulous sunsets. The pool, the colorful plants, the toucans, tanagers, orapendulas and numerous other birds added so ..."

Reviewed on Apr 17, 2025

Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa
Hotel Ballena REY

Hotel Ballena REY

3 out of 5
el mariposario, 89428009, Ballena, Provincia de Puntarenas
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
An area shuttle and free self parking are featured at this hotel, along with an outdoor pool. Guests will appreciate free perks like buffet breakfast and WiFi ...
"Hotel was clean, staff were friendly and helpful. Room was quiet. We enjoyed breakfast by the pool."

Reviewed on May 26, 2025

Hotel Ballena REY
Villas Alturas

Villas Alturas

3.5 out of 5
San Martin Norte, Ballena, Puntarenas
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
This resort features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Relax with a drink at the poolside bar and enjoy free perks like cooked-to-order breakfast ...
"This property is very relaxed and welcoming. The staff are highly attentive and really take care of you while you are on site. The addition of the animal sanctuary makes it a very eco-friendly destination. We stayed for one week during which the surrounding jungle and wildlife were the stars of the ..."

Reviewed on May 30, 2025

Villas Alturas
Hotel Cuna Del Angel

Hotel Cuna Del Angel

3.5 out of 5
9 kms south of Dominical Beach, Ballena, Puntarenas
A full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant are all featured at this smoke-free hotel. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public ...
"We liked the hotel overall. The bedroom was spacious and comfortable. The breakfast was limited but really good. The pool is perfect. Regarding the hotel’s location it’s both good and bad. Good because it’s easy to get to Uvita but bad because of the noise coming from the highway."

Reviewed on May 30, 2025

Hotel Cuna Del Angel
Villas Rio Mar

Villas Rio Mar

3 out of 5
Dominical Beach, Ballena, Puntarenas
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
This smoke-free hotel features 2 outdoor pools, an outdoor tennis court, and a restaurant. Relax with a drink at the bar/lounge and enjoy free perks like full ...
"A nice stay at this hotel. Was better than expected and the food at the Crocodile restaurant was awesome."

Reviewed on Jun 17, 2025

Villas Rio Mar
Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa

Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa

3.5 out of 5
12km South of Dominical, Ballena, Puntarenas
A full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant are all featured at this smoke-free aparthotel. Relax with a drink at the bar/lounge and enjoy free perks ...
"Had a free weekend with the girlies during our month-long study abroad trip, and we could not have made a better choice than Tiki Villas!! The hotel staff, the view, the pool and spa services—absolutely no complaints from any of us. From the get go, we were treated so kindly; Nancy upgraded our hotel ..."

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2025

Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa
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Villas Rio Mar

Villas Rio Mar

Dominical Beach, Ballena, Puntarenas
8.8/10 Excellent! (603 reviews)
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Ballena Hotel & Travel Guide\n

When you come to deciding where to spend the night while exploring Ballena, you will have a wide range of perfect options. Our up-to-date hotel guide is where you can discover 30 accommodations within a 6-mile (10-kilometer) radius of the center of Ballena.

Despite the fact that Ballena doesn't boast having a wide selection of places to base yourself within a short walk of its urban core, Hotel Resort & Spa Cristal Ballena is central enough to satiate enlightened visitors.

4 miles (6 kilometers) away from downtown Ballena, you will find the Kura Design Villas. Alternatively, the Rancho Pacifico can be found approximately 5 miles (8 kilometers) away. More options here include the Villas Tekoa as well as the Río Magnolia Nature Lodge.

Why don't you get close to some more of the beaches and forests located in Central Pacific Coast? Plan to spend some extra time in some of the other parts of Central Pacific Coast. Wise travelers should travel to regional diverse attractions or try hiking and afterwards locate a nearby Travelocity-registered base for the night.

The closest places to stay in Dominical include Uvita and San Gerardo de Dota. Uvita is 4 miles (6 kilometers) to the northwest of Ballena, while San Gerardo de Dota is 35 miles (53 kilometers) to the northwest. Hotels and apartments in Uvita are the Oxygen Jungle Villas and Hotel Bahia Azul. The Dantica Cloud Forest Lodge and Hotel de Montaña Suria are a selection of the Travelocity-registered hotel options in San Gerardo de Dota.

Prior to saying your goodbyes to Dominical, make sure you join the locals watching some fast-paced sport. Get to Fortunato Atencio Stadium, which you can find to the southeast of Ballena. Wise travelers who are interested in locating a hotel close to the game, make a reservation in the Hotel Casa Roland Golfito Resort or Fish Hook Marina & Lodge.

Tobias Bolanos International Airport is a practical airport, and is situated 65 miles (104 kilometers) away from central Ballena. Accommodation options nearby include Real InterContinental Costa Rica at Multiplaza Mall and Costa Rica Marriott Hotel San Jose.

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What are the top kid-friendly hotels in Ballena?
From unique amenities to larger rooms, kid-friendly hotels come with features that can help turn a routine family vacation into an extraordinary one. These Ballena properties make traveling with the youngsters easier: Your gang will enjoy staying at Beautiful open-air suite with large balcony & mountain views. A king bed and animal viewing activities are among the things that help make this property a popular option. Also look up Contemporary ground-level suite with large patio, walk to the beach. It comes with a nearby beach, a king bed and lots of opportunities to hang out as a family.
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When is the best time to visit Ballena?
If you want the joy of a fun-filled trip in peak season, visit Ballena during January, March and November. If you'd prefer the peace of off-season, book a stay during quieter months, such as May, June and August.
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Based on historic data is usually the cheapest month to visit Ballena. However, we have incredible deals all year round, so we're confident you'll find a room in your budget whenever you choose to travel.
Are there any great family-friendly hotels in Ballena?
There are multiple hotels in Ballena that will please the whole family. Do you need adjoining rooms, babysitting services or a swimming pool? We've got you covered. Use our family filter to narrow your search down and use guest reviews to help you pick the perfect place for your next family trip to Ballena. We have plenty of kid-friendly hotels in Ballena to choose from on Travelocity!
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